2023 Land Rover Defender V8 review // You won't believe it...wait for it!

This is a Motormouth couple car review of the Land Rover fender V8!
There are plenty of Land Rover Defenders to choose from the two door, Defender 90, four door Defender 110 and the larger Defender 130. We have the Defender 110 with the V8 powertrain. It has a supercharged 5L V8 with an 8-speed automatic transmission, 518 horsepower and 461 lb-ft of torque, standard AWD.
This Land Rover Defender SUV comes with electronic air suspension, electronic active differential, Terrain Response 2, all-terrain progress control which is a low speed cruise control feature requiring no pedal inputs from the driver and advanced tow assist.
The lightweight Land Rover Defender chassis has been engineered and tested to the extreme around the world with more than 73,000 trails across 2.4 million miles. The carrying load allows for 370 pounds for all your gear and the static load up to 661 pounds.
The Land Rover Defender offers a modern, rugged and boxy design with a raised hood and a sculpted grille. It offers 8.5 to 11.5” of ground clearance with a wading depth of 35.4”. Our test model is riding on 22” wheels and comes standard with dark exterior accents, body-coloured door handles, quad exhaust pipes, LED headlights, fog lights and V8 badging.
The interior of the Land Rover Defender is coated with a highly durable powder coat to ensure the interior is just a durable as the exterior. The Defender has a bit of a rugged interior mixed with luxury materials like Windsor leather. There’s plenty of storage throughout the vehicle including a cooler in the centre console storage box. The Defender comes standard with an 11.4” touchscreen and offers a clean and intuitive interior design with volume and climate knobs.
Fuel economy is rated at 16.4L/100 km, 14 MPG city and 12.7L/100 km, 18 MPG highway.
The Land Rover Defender V8 starts at $133,200 CAD/$111,500 USD.
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[@BigBird-ug1ey]

So many negative comments on here. I wonder how many of the experts on here have owned one of these? I have a defender and my wife a Disco. I’ve owned 5 land rovers, and, with the exception of the Freelander (lr2), all are quite amazing. The defender is the best of the lot. Built like a tank, fast, great on and off road. Just wish people would just quit with the arm chair expertise.

[@Motormouth...]

We always love driving them!

[@tonihaddad6943]

Best suv around , had the 6 cylinder for 8 months and upgraded to v8 carpathian edition and had zero issues! This is my 6th Land Rover vehicle and it’s been years of amazing experience !

[@george3769]

I am on my third Land Rover and have never had a mechanical problem with any of them. I purchased my current Land Rover new 10 years ago. In such great shape will keep it for a few more.

[@andreaspencer9813]

That's fantastic to hear, thanks for sharing!

[@LafemmebearMusic]

You really are in a party of like, 5. The stories are awful, I had a brand new lr4 for a year, one year less than 23 k miles and it had coolant issues from about 3k miles and after a year and just at 23k miles it needed a new head for the block?????😮😮😮😮 yeah. You got out good I’m really happy for you but it just isn’t the normal experience.

[@plohish1337]

are these Land Rovers 1/18 or 1/43 ?

[@GooseVan]

My friend got a Sport and I got a Cayenne at the same time 4 years ago, He has half of his Sport replaced now and my Cayenne is as original as it could be. lol.

[@matriximaster]

What is the most miles you ever put on one?

[@catchawakeup6411]

I sold my Land Cruiser 200 and bought a Defender👊 Not regretting it! Love the Defender!!!

[@themagicacre1schannel-re7bl]

I own a 23 Defender 90 V8 and absolutely love it. I had the oil light issue intermittently , but it turned out to not be an issue. In fact it really does not need oil and if you put any in you risk overfilling it. Mine stopped giving me the notice once I got around 700 miles. I took it to Land Rover and there was nothing wrong with it and the oil level was all good. The issue just fixed itself, maybe a breaking in quirk, funny to see it happen on another V8. I previously owned a 21 G63 and I have to say I enjoy the Defender a bit more. This is my 3rd Land Rover and nothing quite drives like one. I think the 5.0 V8 might even sound a bit better than the G63, it has more character overall. The Defender is a ton of fun and a definitely in the top of all the vehicles I have owned.

[@williamlau2405]

Perfect ad for Land Rover company

[@gt3tfc173]

Same here. The V8 has so much character, absolutely love it. Had also a Cayenne GTS, Audi SQ7 and the new Range Rover P530. But I will stick to the Defender V8.

[@Yourbrightspot]

It's good while it's still under warranty. Once it runs out the car should be disposed.

[@gt3tfc173]

I think this view is a bit outdated. And 5yr warranty is ok. Had serious issues with the brakes of the SQ7, pretty annoying. But let‘s see…

[@carloluigid2104]

When Andrea laughs (usually at something silly Zach said), it feels so genuine. Your dynamic has evolved into something unique and compelling. Keep it up!

[@andreaspencer9813]

Thank you very much, we appreciate the support!

[@hershlawfirmpc]

Andrea carries this show. She should dump Zach. He’s just expensive baggage.

[@Motormouth...]

@@hershlawfirmpc Thanks for the kind words, always nice to hear from such kind and wonderful fans, you are a true pleasure to have on-line. I'm sure you have so many friend...Signed Zack

[@carloluigid2104]

@@Motormouth... You two have a really high quality "grown-up" car show that doesn't rely on any gimmicks or poor attempts to emulate Top Gear, and 300k subscribers are proof that you still got it, Zack. You were great back in the old TV days, and you've transitioned on here quite nicely. Andrea elevates the whole thing and your energy together is great! The reviews are well informed and they're fun to watch. Don't feed the trolls.

[@richardescoffery5266]

​@@Motormouth...I love both of you. Great dynamic. Subscribed immediately.

[@fourbysolo]

I've done 60,000km in mine and it hasn't skipped a beat, so I'd say it's reliable. That includes in all off and on road conditions.

[@littlsuprstr]

Andrea, you're looking radiant! I'd rather have the new Lexus GX than the Defender.

[@OscarLimaMike]

Agreed she is definitely looking Radiant.

[@galactictomato1434]

​@@OscarLimaMikeCringe

[@boxbrown4755]

They look good in front of that Defender! 500 hp "listen to this guy," Yes I love it.

[@albertnguyen7209]

My wife and I both love our Defender 110 First Edition. We ordered it before it came out on the market never have any problems, Land Rover always push out over the Air update. We also owned a Range Rover for years no issues

[@williamlau2405]

I wonder whether one needs to be lucky in this regard

[@spaztekwarrior]

It’s a beauty. I always said if I had lots of money, more than one car, I’d happily get a LandRover product. The Defender is awesome.

[@frh-freerangehuman]

Always stoked when you respond to my questions! The timing if that oil reading was hilarious. Great review on this. If I ever come into money I’d have to choose between this and the G wagon. Lol Cheers

[@evdanielsson7]

y’all are an amazing duo. I love the little jokes and banter between you two.

[@Reko_89]

I love my Defender! Awesome review per usual. I have a 2023 with 12,600 miles and I’ve had zero issues!

[@Shane-zx4ps]

Wow a brand new vehicle with no issues, Land Rover really sorted themselves out 😂😂😂😂😂

[@justSTUMBLEDupon]

12,600 is nothing.

[@najmala.h187]

Defender is the king of SUV 😊

[@LafemmebearMusic]

Lexus gx alllllll day. I’d buy that, I want this defender but I’m definitely already on the pre order list for the gx.

[@margies5906]

You two are so cute together 💕 thanks for the update on the Land Rover... Please give us an update on the oil alert !

[@andyreeves3860]

I have a 2012 lr4 w 162000 miles. We love it and it works for our family. Cost to own for foreign luxury cars is not for the faint of heart. We change oil and rotate tires every 5k. Great video guys.

[@nimesh120200]

I own a Range Rover Autobiography (full size) and it’s amazing and I wouldn’t consider any other model!

[@jeffer1101]

A couple of people I work with have Range Rover Sport models and both have had a few smaller issues (haven't heard about coolant or oil issues). A new vehicle needing coolant or oil so much would worry me about head gasket issues (assuming there are no puddles under it showing an exterior leak). I get that it's a status symbol and is really nice inside, but for me, I couldn't handle spending that kind of money and have such problems, especially when you can buy a $30,000 Toyota Corolla and put 500,000 kms on it with minimal problems. If I wanted a high(er) end vehicle like this, I'd get the new Lexus GX.

[@L110508]

For Landrover, if the check engine light does not turn on in a year, you'd need to check the check engine light.

[@peterparrino6841]

Love you guys, I feel you communicate so much verbally and non-verbally. It is evident you do your research and present concise digestible information. I've owned 4 Land/Range Rover products. I got rid of 3 early due to reliability issues. The last was a Defender - never again.

[@ktpinnacle]

0 for 4?

[@gobear83]

After years of watching car reviews on a plethora of channels this is the only one I watch now…great content nice vibe ..can’t wait for the GTI review Zack

[@Motormouth...]

Awesome!!

[@andreaspencer9813]

Thank you very much, glad you are enjoying the reviews.

[@tvglasses]

Great video!!! There are so many great expects to this video! Loving the sound of the V8,hitting "Good enough for us" in unison,Zach cutting up "Are you looking at me driving in this?" Poser vehicle, ranting about reliable,oil light pops on,and so much more. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review!!!

[@andreaspencer9813]

Thank you very much, so glad you enjoyed it!

[@tvglasses]

@andreaspencer9813 I've watched it twice now! Lol You guys are the best,thank you! Very entertaining,visually stunning,and knowledgeable.

[@andreaspencer9813]

@@tvglasses We appreciate the kind words, thank you! Enjoy the weekend!

[@omendarklight1526]

😂😂Hell nah, mystery coolant leak every 6 months. One game I don't want to play. Pass Great review you two!! Love this channel 👏👌🏾 Not that Oil light tho 😅

[@rich7447]

I don't blame you. If the oil is not milky and there is no coolant on the ground then only one place that it can be going and it isn't a good place.

[@rajviralang8774]

Kudos on the great reviews and content you put out....been watching since the OG DT days! I like that you review everyday vehicles as well as the more premium and exotic ones for good measure - the Defender V8 being no exception! In terms of enthusiast cars, (CTR, ITR, M2, CT4-BW, ZL1 etc ), what would you say would be the one most likely to hold it's value, given that a lot of these vehicles are selling significantly over MRSP? Thanks!

[@1Springloaded]

Loved this one! I always liked the idea of owning a Land Rover. I'm always reminded of Marlin Perkins sitting in a seemingly indestructible machine. Showing me a fantastic beasts in a Faraway land. Yeah I like the idea of one

[@kimberly7008]

Great review!! Thank you for sharing!

[@ChantmanTV]

My new vehicle ! I can’t wait to get it !

[@nunyabidness3075]

We do a decent amount of soft roading to get to remote lakes and camp sites. Any AWD or 4WD with clearance can make it. The Defender is overkill, but we love it.

[@foxlake6750]

A friend of mine had a Range Rover, it was in the shop all the time……he sold it and bought an MDX. 😊

[@andreaspencer9813]

It's too bad because they are great vehicles, they handle very well.

[@Joe-kx7bl]

Mdx 😂

[@parrishwien6909]

I bought an XJR and loved it. Got the extended warranty and sold it before it expired. Now I have a ‘23 AMG GLE 53. It is giving me 19.9mpg which I like compared to my 2017 GLS550 which had the height and standing if not the panache of …say an Autobiography, but such as it is, I liked the lower profile. Despite whatever, I would still consider a Defender, but no complaints at all about my GLE53.

[@theusefulchannel]

Greetings from the Scottish Borders. Your presentation style is both relaxed and informative with a great chemistry between you .

[@garyneedham1282]

I have a 17 Yr old Range Rover sport bought new. It has been faultless, tyres being the major expense. I do have it regularly serviced. I also own a new Defender 90 so see how this one pans out.

[@DonFather]

Hey, I'm a follower with a '22 Defender V6. Not much wrong after owning it since mid '21. I just find that it drains the battery pretty quickly if you don't drive it for 2-3 days and if you don't lock it (the dealer says it will use up battery always searching for a remote signal). The Remote sensor is not very sensitive and sometimes doesn't sense my key fob even when I'm standing right next to the door. I HATE the seat for long distance driving because it has NO BOLSTERING whatsoever, so my thighs slide to the sides and get fatigued. I consider myself pretty lucky that those are the only issues. But if you want reliability, you have to put up with vehicles that look like they were designed by Rubbermaid or Dollarama, so I choose to enjoy my life.

[@Irfan_Romee]

I've test driven it and will stick to my LWB Rangie. There's a reason why its the Flagship for the LR. 6:35

[@carlhee3044]

For what it’s worth We are on our 3rd RR and we’ve had Zero issues!! I know Land Rover has had issues in the past….But since TATA motors took over the company the reliable is as good as anyone! …..As far as the add a quart of oil……When vehicles delivered they have minimum fluids in them And need to be serviced completely upon arrival to dealership….Just FYI

[@seinsmeld13]

would I have one, no as I am apposed tall trucks and SUVs. Great review Andrea.

[@daviotkelly1267]

That 1 litre warning is hilarious 🤣

[@A3A4Tom]

Defender has lots of character, including quality problems too!

[@craigallen5092]

Great video! I am impressed with the v8

[@Ben-dl1jv]

Absolutely splendid car.

[@mathieubilal]

I have a 90 V8 scheduled to be built this September.

[@Shane-zx4ps]

Great review.

[@Ryan-cf6lc]

Frequently, going to the service department isn’t the big problem with these vehicles. The big problem is when the service department has no idea how to fix the issues that are going on with the cars. That’s my experience anyways.

[@daftvader4218]

My ladies hairdresser in St John's Woking UK has one... Sums it up... Me... after 2 LR I drive a Toyota 4X4. I want to get back !!

[@gadgetphilosophy8290]

Be glad you got a 1 litre warning light. This is not a fault. It’s a protection. Dealer should have checked oil before delivery.

[@lloydzufelt7514]

Drive a Forester other than 2 oil changes almost 40,000 miles. Fantastic car. I also live in Denver Colorado

[@Rzagski]

Had 5 different Rovers, one discovery and 4 RR’s. Off-roaded all of them, extensively enough so that they had some rocky mtn pin stripes. The problem is when things go wrong when the mileage is high. Lack of aftermarket parts and shops to keep the. Running inexpensively.

[@gw8405]

At 6:45 - the volume knob is conveniently closer to the passenger while the driver uses the easy to use steering wheel controls. The shifter is a convenient perch for the hand when using the touch screen. BTW - the RHD version flips the center console controls to allow the same. The Defender is legit. Rugged inside and out. You can be filthy from hikes, hop in, dogs too, deep clean the interior with lots of water and not worry about harming anything. Regular over the air software updates have been seamless. Not sure if I believe the JLR service tech skit claiming 36 month warranty @ 13:20. The reality is the warranty is 48 months, 50K miles bumper to bumper. 6 year corrosion. Ours is 23K miles old. No issues other than want to enjoy more off road time :)

[@fpartidafpartida]

I think the Rivian R1S would have been a good candidate for your “4 others to consider”.

[@mansourhakimi3897]

Thank you

[@jani-hannuollikainen8542]

best car chanell in youtube,

[@1001UFC]

Finally, RR has realized the fold down seats are flat in this model- huge error on other models, that do not fold down flat.

[@jmoranretana]

I heard a guy saying that Land Rover off-road means out of the road because it is at the car shop. In any case, LR has incredible interior designs, impressive, the outside is a looker as well. However, with the introduction of the Lexus GX, would prefer the GX for reliability.

[@rich7447]

We have the GX460 and it is extremely reliable. I hope Toyota didn't make a mistake going with a forced induction engine.

[@aatiti2011]

Wow that car is nice!

[@mfbikle]

As a Lexus owner, I love JLR and would consider one regardless of reliability!

[@ENGBriseB]

These are perfect cars for the people that need quality. And that exactly what you get. Thanks for sharing. Oh yeah there's a years waiting list.

[@RS-zb5cj]

I have and 18 Range Rover and a 22 defender v8 110 with 20k miles. No problems with either of them, although I did get an extended warranty for both!

[@Joe-kx7bl]

Ya my 2023 90 has been solid for 12000 miles. Wonder if I wasted 3500 on that monster warranty? Oh well peace of mind I suppose

[@wny9521]

Nice at first junk by 3 years old!!!Its (using a liter of OIL already)? 111 thousand Bucks??? RIPOFF By a new Jeep! WE love your reviews. Cant believe how honest you are. Great people.

[@Mrnovanova]

We got the Andrea speed giggle 9 seconds in 😂😂😂 I knew it.😜

[@andreaspencer9813]

It didn't take much, so fun!

[@michaelgarvin8621]

Great looking SUV and nice interior. Reliability BIG Question Mark??.

[@SpicyWoodsman]

No question mark. It's terrible. The numbers don't lie.

[@stumpyslvr]

A liter of oil with 500 kms on the odometer is crazy.

[@johnlindsay3820]

All the comments on service - mainly from people who’ve never owned a Land Rover. It comes with a four year warranty which can be extended to ten years!! We have owned two with zero issues unlike my previous merc eclass and bmw 5 series - just saying…

[@badfinger61]

Too bad we don't get the Diesel option for Canada. Would go a long way to addressing the horrible fuel consumption issues of the gasoline engines.

[@lulegodfrey]

Nice!

[@pedromf1742]

nice video

[@dougshugarts3105]

My dad's '72 Bronco had manual hubs (as in, get out and turn the dials on the wheels when you wanted 4WD) and you could pull the keys out of the ignition at speed. The dash was the only metal piece on the vehicle that didn't rust out. I'd still rather have that thing today than an overpriced piece like the Defender.

[@yiorgoskarakasis2677]

You may as well leave in a cave...!

[@timphillips4147]

This time the V8 is right with this Defender and that engine roar! Yeah Zack, good enough for Her Majesty the Queen!!! Though like Andrea, I do like the Range Rover sport, or is that Zack? 😅

[@andreaspencer9813]

Amazing sound! 🔥

[@timphillips4147]

@@andreaspencer9813 Totally agree and I'm watching via my big big tv and 5.1 surround sound so can appreciate it too!

[@Stewbular]

Had to always keep a tow strap in my fj55 Land Cruiser to tow broken Land Rovers back to town

[@MartinBettler]

Oh my - You are indeed exactly the kind of people that actually FIT the new 'Defender' 😅

[@vicp8772]

Who owns them? Were they bought out? Nice review

[@gregp.7148]

Some 15 years ago in Montreal I rented for a weekend a Chrysler 300C with the V8 engine and with city and backcountry road driving, it consumed more than 20L/100km. I stopped counting the gas mileage at the gas station once I knew that it was over 20L/100kms… Sad, but true.

[@Stewbular]

Land Rover owners are the only people who consider broken axle replacement as regular maintenance

[@kellingtonlink956]

I am a huge fan of the Land Rover Defender. I was even a huge fan of the very problematic last generation. They are an experience to drive and be seen in. I’d take the Defender over any Jeep product, including that ludicrous Wrangler/Rubicon 392. But I’d take any stripped down G-Wagon over any a fully optioned Defender… even if the Mercedes-Benz was used, or … even if it was white. Thanks for the video.

[@tonyqin3741]

Should I buy or lease ? Thx

[@chur1503]

That is nice

[@fritzeckstein95]

hello, will you review the grenadier?

[@jkawar4528]

I am waiting for the fabled or mythological Toyota 4Runner with the hybrid drive train from the new Tacoma. But as that will be new, what time frame (e.g., 1 yr, 2 yr, or more) reliably indicates quality and reliability? Asking because the new Defender has been on market for 3yrs. So 3yrs Defender vs. new 4Runner?

[@CP-db4rm]

How about the new GX 550? I'm waiting for the new 4runner as well, but will consider the GX 550. Love this Defender, but service and repair cost will be rather high. Toyota will be cheaper to own.

[@clementchishimba180]

Add a litre of engine oil wow can u imagine after 3 yrs u will know every guy in town who sales oil and coolant

[@lawrenceralph7481]

Did it break during the review?

[@maureencora1]

2023 My Lottery Win SUV. I Can Dream, Can't I? (smile)

[@denisbrisebois7658]

Paint quality / finish question ??? At 17:09 just under the Land Rover badge … strait below the “O” … 🤔🤔🤔.

[@nicholassmith7048]

LR needs to put a proper off-road wheel and tire package on this thing instead of silly 20-22" rims with low-profile tires. Give me some proper 35-37" tires befitting the Defender nameplate.

[@utahagentz]

Nice❤

[@growlkitty]

Ya.... I really wanted a Defender but I'm gonna play it safe and get a GLS with the V8; I don't like being told by my vehicles to add this or to add that unless it's windshield wiper fluid.

[@frankkoos1561]

Owning a Land Rover is like having a crazy hot wife or girlfriend. You can't wait to drive it until it does something crazy and leaves you disappointed, poor and stranded on the side of the road. 😂

[@MoroccoGamer]

favorite mecanic brand haha

[@abhardwaj02]

The ending :)

[@paulira7407]

That Land Rover reliability though…😮

[@genewong8204]

Poseur status vehicle best leased within the warranty period. I have yet to see one off-road.

[@KAGISOKGABO-nl9xn]

I seriously wish having one., support me my dear to buy one in 2024.

[@08vtec6]

Wonder how many tow trucks were on those trails

[@tuanpham228]

What exterior color is this?

[@MK8308]

Waiting for the Lexus GX hybrid 😊

[@gs98999]

I think at this point Land Rover just needs to go all EV ASAP. That is the only thing that may improve their reliability.

[@drewloo1]

That rear end is fugly. Keep up all the great reviews!

[@daveywaraich7033]

I swear I just bought a 2023 Toyota 4runner TRD pro, biggest peace of mind is it's never going to break or have any issues while I'm on a road trip with my Family 🫡.. and that feeling is like winning a million dollar jackpot

[@mukwanofred9147]

Defender 110 makes sense with V8, not 90. Nice videos guys,

[@notrut]

Other YT folk in USA/Canada are reporting Engine Management Light ... so pootle to the Shops in your V8 ... avoid Mountains and altitude.

[@rich7447]

I would put the Lexus GX and LX as direct competitors. Especially given the price of the Defender.