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Land Rover Defender 130 2.5 TDi (113 Hp)
Overall Rating
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)
130 Overview:
Land Rover Defender (130). With 265 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1980 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. The top speed reaches 128 km/h. A vehicle with an open cargo bed at the back, suitable for transporting goods. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.5 TDi (113 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A highly robust and torquey engine, perfectly suited for heavy-duty off-roading and utility work. On-road performance is modest, prioritizing reliability and pulling power over speed.
Fuel Economy
As a heavy 4x4 from its era, fuel economy is moderate, but acceptable given its capabilities and diesel nature. Expect practical rather than exceptionally efficient consumption.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Unrivaled off-road capability
- • Exceptional durability and reliability
- • High payload and towing capacity
- • Simple, repairable mechanics
- • Iconic design and strong community support
Cons:
- • Poor on-road comfort and refinement
- • Limited top speed and acceleration
- • Basic interior features
- • High fuel consumption for daily driving
- • Lack of modern safety features
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(110: 1990 - 1996).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Land Rover |
| Model: | Defender |
| Generation: | 130 |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.5 TDi (113 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1995 |
| End of production: | 1998 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Pick-up |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 113 Hp @ 4000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 45.3 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 265 Nm @ 1800 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 2496 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 90.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 97 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 19.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Maximum speed: | 128 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 17.5 kg/Hp, 57.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.5 kg/Nm, 133.8 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1980 |
| Max. weight: | 3500 |
| Max load: | 1520 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 5132 mm mm [694mm more] |
| Width: | 1790 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 2035 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 3226 mm mm [432mm more] |
| Front track: | 1511 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1511 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Front suspension | Rigid axle suspension |
| Rear suspension | Rigid axle suspension |
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