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Land Rover Defender 90 2.5 TD5 (122 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)
90 Overview:
Land Rover Defender (90). With 300 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11.9 l/100km). With a weight of 1870 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 17.5 s). The top speed reaches 130 km/h. A rugged vehicle built to handle rough terrains and challenging driving conditions. With seating for 6, it’s perfect for larger families.
2.5 TD5 (122 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A more modern and refined diesel engine, offering excellent power and torque delivery. Provides strong on-road performance and superb off-road capability with good acceleration for its class.
Fuel Economy
Very good fuel economy for a Defender, making it one of the most practical and efficient choices for all-around use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Unmatched off-road capability and durability.
- • Iconic, timeless design with strong heritage.
- • Excellent parts availability and repairability.
- • Strong resale value for well-maintained examples.
- • Highly customizable for various uses.
Cons:
- • Poor on-road comfort and refinement.
- • Limited passive safety features by modern standards.
- • High fuel consumption for petrol V8s.
- • Slow acceleration, especially with lower-powered engines.
- • Prone to rust in certain areas if not maintained.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(90: 1996 - 1999).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Land Rover |
| Model: | Defender |
| Generation: | 90 |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.5 TD5 (122 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1998 |
| End of production: | 2001 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Off-road vehicle |
| Seats: | 6 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 122 Hp @ 4200 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 48.9 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 300 Nm @ 1950 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 2495 |
| Number of cylinders: | 5 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 8.2 l |
| Coolant: | 13 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 84.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 89 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 19.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 11.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 10.1 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 17.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 17.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 130 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 15.3 kg/Hp, 65.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.2 kg/Nm, 160.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 16.6 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1870 |
| Max. weight: | 2550 |
| Max load: | 680 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1850 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 590 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3880 mm mm [10mm more] |
| Width: | 1790 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 2059 mm mm [96mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2360 mm mm [130mm more] |
| Front track: | 1486 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1486 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 205/80 R16 S |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Coil spring |
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