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Land Rover Defender 110 (L663) Hard Top 3.0 D300 (299 Hp) Mild Hybrid AWD Automatic
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Land Rover Defender:
The Land Rover Defender is a series of British off-road cars and pickup trucks. They have four-wheel drive, and were developed in the 1980s from the Land Rover series which was launched at the Amsterdam Motor Show in April 1948. Following the 1989 introduction of the Land Rover Discovery, "Land Rover" became the name of a broader marque, no longer the name of a specific model; thus, in 1990, Land Rover renamed them Defender 90, Defender 110 and Defender 130 respectively....(Read more on Wikipedia)
110 (L663) Overview:
Land Rover Defender (110 (L663)). With 650 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2380 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 7 s). The top speed reaches 191 km/h. A rugged vehicle built to handle rough terrains and challenging driving conditions. Seating for 2 makes it ideal for daily use.
Hard Top 3.0 D300 (299 Hp) Mild Hybrid AWD Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A powerful commercial variant with 299 Hp, offering excellent performance and torque for heavy-duty tasks and rapid progress.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel economy for a powerful commercial vehicle, achieving 7.8 l/100 km, supported by mild-hybrid technology.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional off-road capability and wading depth
- • Distinctive, iconic, and modern design
- • Luxurious, practical, and highly configurable interior
- • Wide range of powerful and efficient engine options, including PHEV
- • Advanced technology, infotainment, and safety features
- • High towing capacity and robust build quality
Cons:
- • High purchase price and potentially high running costs for top trims
- • Fuel consumption can be significant for petrol variants, especially the V8
- • Large dimensions can make urban maneuvering and parking challenging
- • Perceived reliability concerns, though improving with newer models
- • Some interior materials might not feel as premium as direct luxury rivals
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(110 (L663): September, 2019 - ).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Land Rover |
| Model: | Defender |
| Generation: | 110 (L663) |
| Modification (Engine): | Hard Top 3.0 D300 (299 Hp) Mild Hybrid AWD Automatic |
| Start of production: | September, 2020 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | MHEV (Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle, power-assist hybrid, battery-assisted hybrid vehicles, BAHV) |
| Body type: | Off-road vehicle |
| Seats: | 2-3 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 299 Hp @ 4000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 99.8 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 650 Nm @ 1500-2500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | Ingenium / DT306 More details about the engine Ingenium / DT306 |
| Engine displacement: | 2996 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 8.8 l |
| Coolant: | 11.6 l |
| Cylinder Bore: | 83.01 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 92.3 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 15.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Combined fuel consumption (WLTP): | 9.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (NEDC, WLTP equivalent): | 7.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.8 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6d-F |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 7 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 7 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 191 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.9 kg/Hp, 126.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.6 kg/Nm, 274.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 6.6 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2369-2392 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 2059 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 3500 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 89 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 22-27.8° |
| Wading depth: | 850-900 mm |
| Length: | 5018 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1996 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1967-1972 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 3022 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Width with mirrors folded: | 2008 mm |
| Width including mirrors: | 2105 mm |
| Front track: | 1701-1706 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1697-1702 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 218-291 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 13.1 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 30.1-37.5° |
| Departure angle: | 35.5-40° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) and the electric motor permanently drive the four wheels of the car with the ability to work only in mixed mode. |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 8 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Disc, 363 mm [above average] |
| Rear brakes | Disc, 350 mm [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 255/65 R19 |
| Wheel rims size | 8.0J x 19 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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