Is the NEW 2023 Land Rover Defender a better SUV than a Jeep Grand Wagoneer?

The Defender is getting a BIG change from Land Rover for 2023. On the outside of the Defender 130 you will immediately notice the extra length. On the inside there is now a third row, and special interior appointments. Under the hood is a 3.0L turbocharged straight-6 mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission. Is the NEW 2023 Land Rover Defender a better SUV than a Jeep Grand Wagoneer?
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[@henrybrar]

I am going to pass on this one and upcoming 150 and 170 and finally go for 190 with 13 seats. Wrap it yellow and drop kids from neighborhood at school.

[@RaitisRides]

Lmao perfect

[@MarkSmith-Uzor]

Lol 😄 😆 😂

[@sueddo2634]

A defender school bus off-roading. Now that would be a sight to behold.

[@samuelwaweru9819]

Waiting for the 13 seats 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@nav8340]

and they will end this series with a bus.

[@aayangoverski3437]

i like how u casually skipped the luggage space

[@omarcortes5754]

Loved it, a very unique design. It looks amazing inside and outside, drives great too.

[@vaughnoliver2810]

I like this Defender! Love the look and the color. The interior is awesome too. Great review Joe and great job Stephen with the camera. To The Door Panels!!!!

[@XX-166]

Land rovers aren’t able to leave the service departments long enough to see how good they ever COULD be.

[@GingerNinja68]

Defender is built out in Nitra in Slovakia. Was involved in the perceived quality so good to hear your review

[@Le_Royaliste_Perlino]

The 4 blank spots in the back are due to a parts shortage. They are normally for the USB's and 12V's. Heated and Ventilated are on the rear dials, push to select.

[@reinam3882]

Omg is this true?! I just got mine and it only has 2 usb ports in the front! So annoying for a 120k truck!

[@mystictk4149]

They both are freaking awesome looking but man that Wagoneer just might be something different.

[@chabbysrides]

Great stuff Joe! This is enormous! Too big for me, but a nice job for a gigantic SUV. Thanks for bringing it to us.

[@bryanwashington9511]

Now that's a Land Rover🔥🔥

[@RaitisRides]

Almost two of them together!

[@JumpRXL]

My first time I saw one of these it was at night and it was matte black. I had never seen these before and was so amazed, my first thought was “oh shit, Batman is real and he’s right here”

[@mariowhyte2816]

Land Rover brought the absolute business with this Defender!!! Awesome review Joe and Lori and Steven!!!

[@Sunjib12345]

Hey Raiti's Rides Can You Make The 2023 Land Rover Range Rover Velar R-Dynamic S!

[@RaitisRides]

Will do man!

[@Sunjib12345]

@@RaitisRides Thank You

[@yaroslavgorislabe3551]

What a beautifull SUV in white colour with braun interior!

[@DannerBanks]

Joe - loved the review, but you forgot to show us the cargo area! would've loved to see it.

[@CaseyGpdx]

I think that’s where chargers should be. Heated seats are if you press temp buttons

[@hollisterman06]

Dude love your vids. I crack up at what you put in the cargo cubbies. So random lol. In your opinion would you get the expedition Timberline or a defender 130 if built to similar price? Thanks and keep up the awesome vids!

[@MIZUNOMP60]

Great review, been looking forward to the 130 review but what about cargo space? Do the seats fold flat etc.?

[@l.j.r.8448]

Yes

[@maureencora1]

Yeah?

[@uvaiskomath]

Slight bumb when folded

[@trishjms]

The Grand Wagoneer wins it for me. Best interior in the SUV game in my opinion.

[@BestOfTate23]

I just got mine in almost the same exact trim, except different style black wheels and no cooler. My favorite car ive ever driven. Mine cost $77,800 though and its the 130 p400. I just wish i could adjust the volume on the steering wheel without reaching all the way to the rightside of the dash

[@harleymartinez4053]

What's the MSRP of the 2023 LAND ROVER DEFENDER 130 and does it come with AWD when you get a LAND ROVER DEFENDER 130? What's the MPG?

[@canons90]

Great job Steven Flood, you really know your way around a camera! My son-in-law is soon going to order one of these (probably the blacked out version)...I am looking forward to that! :)

[@RaitisRides]

That is so wonderful of you to say.

[@9trf690]

I love the back of these more than the front. Either way, this thing it a BEAST 🔥

[@ErebusNT1]

Where was the tour of the cargo deck?

[@Arcynite]

What happened to the footage showing the trunk and folding down the seats?

[@luiszamudio5009]

What happened to the truck space portion?

[@T_WILL77]

I kinda like it......the vehicle, not the price tag......Haven't seen a lot of Defenders in the road

[@proudam3969]

You haven't seen a lot of Defenders in the road cause they always in the shop for repair

[@RaitisRides]

Neither have I, especially like this one!

[@StephenFogarty2023]

The new Defender arrived in USA approx mid 2020. Due to Covid and worldwide parts shortages etc, supply has been very much held back. Huge number of Defender on back order 130 model just got released

[@JogBird]

i love how these look on the shoulder of the road

[@pestfakeprophetmohammedrap1150]

If it breaks but still moves u can get off the shoulder of a highway to a street on a steep grass incline and take a cab home

[@axelfoley1406]

Hmm...I don't know if the new Defender is better than the Grand Wagoneer, but I think we all can agree that Raiti's Rides is the BEST in the business! Love your content! Keep it coming!

[@alahiri22]

Beautiful to watch... Wish I get one eventually

[@esteban75lover23]

So premium. I see this being a huge win. Defender seems to appeal to more practical G Wagen people.

[@noelsilva8887]

Wow what happened to the rear to see the space? That what sell me?

[@tonystormcloud8937]

Well Mike you convinced me that the Jeep Grand Wagoneer is better.

[@mclarenspeedtail8988]

i like the design! it's so cool

[@RaitisRides]

I’m so glad that I could share it with you

[@lostm22]

I love the looks of this Defender much more than the Wagoneer. Can you get this vehicle with Captains chairs so it is easier to get to the third row?? Thanks for your reviews Joe!!!

[@InvestBetter.]

Definitely has the style the Wagoneer lacks My rich neighbors are snappy up Defenders like hotcakes

[@arnoldquimson9590]

I love it, beautiful and rugged suv. Howver, it seems there is no connectivity in the 2nd row & 3rd row? No usb's or 12v. power? Thanks

[@StephenFogarty2023]

Those blank buttons Joe highlighted, is where USB etc for Row 2 should be. Either this vehicle was ( stupidly ) not ordered with these items, or, they were not fitted due to parts shortages ? 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@Niles-Guy]

If it could spend most of its time on the streets rather then in the mechanic shop for repairs sign me up

[@Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan2219]

This is my dream SUV!! Amazing job Joe.

[@RaitisRides]

It’s a big dream for sure!

[@midgethobbit5243]

have fun servicing it

[@rachaad]

Hey did I miss something, the cargo space wasn’t shown ?

[@brianlee9233]

I love how this Defender looks like, Joe! You've killed it once again!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Brian for letting me bring it to you.

[@seanpendleton403]

@@RaitisRides Joe do more Defenders because the Defender is my favorite land rover but i would go 110 over 130 because the 130 is too long for me

[@seanpendleton403]

@@RaitisRides yes I will go defender over grand wagoneer

[@seanpendleton403]

@@RaitisRides both steven and lori ca mera skills is outstanding just because I like both of them also Joe too

[@brianlee9233]

@@seanpendleton403 I know right?

[@JohnDoe-zs8fd]

Joe loved the video but what happened to the cargo area section! You even said 'let's take a look at the back' and then cut to driving it!

[@ramoncarter6585]

Very outstanding SUV it looks like the Grand Wagoneer from the side. This baby has a quiet cabin make you fall 💤 asleep quickly probably relieve stress from a rough day driving around it.

[@CrumResearch]

Compare the new Range Rover Sport PHEV (38 kWh battery) with the Wagoneer 4xe, when it comes out! Wonder if the Wagoneer 4xe will do DC fast charging like the new Range Rover Sport PHEV.

[@stebjin]

Cargo?

[@RaitisRides]

Sorry about that

[@stebjin]

@@RaitisRides Happens. Vehicle looks nice. Priced competitively to the Grand Wagoneer, though I wonder if it'll get scaled up further.

[@DebbiesZahr1]

Didn't see the cargo area. But always love your videos. Twinkies are my favorite. lol

[@aeeseupaii]

Yo Joe! This is Flavio nice to meet you at subiefest! God bless 🔥🔥🔥

[@johnbernabe7]

Those pumas are clean tooo 🔥

[@mariowhyte7848]

Joe and Lori at it again with another SMASHING review!!! Look at this thing!!1 Holy Moly!!! Large and in-charge is what this Defender is!!! Gonna have to ask you to ooad one of these on that expedited Massachusetts bound transporter please and thank you!!! Amazing review you all!!! 1M subscribers in within view!!!

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for being part of the family Mario

[@alf637]

It is a pity that Land Rover does not offer the option of mounting two comfortable and spacious "Captain" type central seats. With 7 seats, and 8 as an option, I think it would be more successful. We will keep the hope that Land Rover will soon offer this possibility. Meanwhile, a Cadillac Escalade ESV is more interesting, it offers more space, and you know, the real luxury is space.

[@Norentis]

The Escalade and the Defender are made for 2 completely different purposes. LOL

[@alf637]

@@Norentis Indeed, but I think they are products that are aimed at a very similar audience. Clients with great economic capacity and who are looking for quality products with great space and excellent comfort.

[@Norentis]

@@alf637 The Defender was more developed as an off-roader with Great Britain, Australia and Afrika in mind. The Escalade is more geared towards space and comfort for America. But either way, I love the Defender but when I was in the USA the Escalade was an absolute joy to use.

[@alf637]

@@Norentis I completely agree with you, this is why I say that 8 seats in the defender do not seem very logical, I think that 7 seats is more than enough and we would have two truly luxurious central seats. But, as I say, on everything else I agree.

[@lpete531]

Outdoor adventure on 22. Beautiful SUV no question about it. Who supplies Range Rover with their engines? Great review Joe 👍🏽

[@DCGibson]

BMW.

[@StephenFogarty2023]

The 4.4 V8 in new RR and RRS are from BMW. The other 6 cylinder engines are a JLR motor.

[@bdmoldaver2416]

Great review. As usual.

[@RaitisRides]

I really appreciate you saying that!

[@spyderlogan4992]

The exposed Torx screws on the door cards makes it look really cheaply built. And the cargo nets, again with the cargo nets; cheap again.

[@HollywoodStan]

Great video as usual

[@tanyastalking8495]

It’s a huge consideration etc etc so we’ll see when we’re actually at the dealership what is the final monthly price etc etc

[@dominickirkwood]

I love it Joe and Lori and keep up the good work and I love the video lot real true and suv look good 👍

[@gregpaige4430]

Joe, I like the Defender but I am not digging the gear shifter. I think they could have come up with a different design.

[@nicotri9722]

Tire attached on back of trunk is impractical - same with side opening trunk instead of a 50/50 split where the back window opens separately and the bottom panel opens separately. Glad they didn't use the knob gear selector on this one, and reverted back to using a form of the hand-lever.

[@StephenFogarty2023]

It’s not perfect, but by having the spare Tyre in this location, it is easily accessible. And it’s a full size Tyre. If it’s under the rear of vehicle, access is much harder etc, and then it interferes with various components and affects rear cargo room. With clear sight rear view mirror, rear vision is not affected.

[@l.j.r.8448]

But it looks good.

[@nicotri9722]

@@l.j.r.8448 How is it good if it adds weight to the trunk and covers up the bodywork? It looks like an afterthought.

[@generosity6843]

5:23 "Thats what she said" 😂🤣😂🤣

[@darrengodbee3435]

I love this one and an awesome job on the description of it I’d want it in this color combo I’ve pretty much always had a Range Rover XSE but I’m kinda tired of that vehicle now I want something more unique Camera man did an excellent job as well another super duper job by the car kings this really got me excited ❤❤❤ Love this vehicle it’s the bomb thank you for all of your hard work here until the next video I’ll be counting down the seconds now

[@samuelwaweru9819]

I'm not gonna lie joe this time Land Rover has done it I'm really admiring this machine and is making me go crazy though I'm not a vehicle guy. Wish I could get a hold on this machine that would be my satisfaction 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@antoniocail5608]

I'm a fan of this SUV Joe gorgeous good video 👍

[@CJLamb85]

Better have an extended warranty for this one

[@clearcut6818]

Or lease it

[@MEnglish404]

Joe, you just crack me up man!

[@limpunsing2229]

Absolutely a ruggedly handsome SUV, but being better depends on the buyer's preferences

[@mattmekhaeil]

They are both really nice but really damn expensive. This long term will be a nightmare to own but if you’re rich it doesn’t matter 🤷‍♂️

[@pestfakeprophetmohammedrap1150]

By the time u have to take it to the dealer if it breaks under warranty u try out some 2024 brand new loaner while it's broken who cares

[@micahhuge1474]

Wait what this thing sounds amazing!!!!

[@jassbrar408]

I know you mentioned it in the video but I guess you edited out the trunk space part..

[@ChristianHiroseRomeoGraham]

I'm usually not a fan of modern Land Rovers, but I'd much rather get this than the overrated and overpriced Range Rover any day. This 130 Defender's somewhat appealing.

[@davidp2888]

The new Defender: being hooked up to a tow truck near you! LOL Great review, Joe!

[@aonforme3349]

Nice but I would opt for the GW...

[@sandman5088]

How’s the cargo

[@SCRYMNSTR5]

that, thats what she says kills me, love this channel

[@bernardking13]

The Grand Wagoneer is definitely worth the buy over this. Don't get me wrong it's a beautiful car but with that price range you get more bang for your buck with the GW imo. The interior of the GW is just marvelous and nothing compares to it. I'm loving every aspect of it just wished the L model came out when I bought (I couldn't wait unfortunately)

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this one Jonathan!

[@bernardking13]

@@RaitisRides All thanks is to you and your crew my friend, bc of you and your team I was able to eliminate certain vehicles and narrow it down. Your a reason I went with the Jeep GW. Being able to see one and how it looks before there was one to see in person played a big part. With 3 babies, we are very pleased with how spacious and comfortable it is. Wife loves the Fam Cam and easy one touch button w/ car seat installed to get into the 3rd row and driving it and going Full Throttle and smoking other cars is priceless lol. Thanks again for all you and your team does and keep it up.

[@balthezor]

Too bad the Grand Wagoneer is ugly as hell.

[@bernardking13]

@@balthezor Top each their own. People will find you ugly or your wife, etc. It's really not ugly imo, but it's sad people base a car on the exterior. The GW has top of the performance with that V8 and best in class towing. Car seat friendly seats to enable easy access to get into 3rd row without taking the car seat out (can't express how valuable that is). Interior wise, no one comes close (which is were you'll spend 100% of the time in). Best in class trunk space, with low loading area and best 3rd row period. If you want to base your purchase on how "PRETTY" the outside looks and not what the vehicle can do, do you then brother. But I'm not dropping over 100k on a car if it doesn't do what I need it to do.

[@samuelwaweru9819]

When you pressed the fun button I thought it was making that sound and had to playback that part and realized it was an exhaust 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@pricilaaguilar7637]

ur hilarious Joe 😂. love ur reviews

[@DeadTreeDropOff]

8:42 that black smoke tho

[@Le_Royaliste_Perlino]

Mine comes in December

[@josephpayton2055]

I’m not trippin am I? But why does this look like a school bus 😂! I’m so glad they they don’t offer it in yellow.

[@shawnivy]

Loved the review Joe, and Steven. Joe you didn't show the cargo area, I was looking forward to seeing it. 🙂

[@RaitisRides]

Sorry about that Shawn

[@shawnivy]

No problem. It's all good. 👍

[@jeffs6090]

Forgot to edit that part in. Oops!

[@lucast594]

We test drive one here in Utah , engine light came on !!! Haha , we end getting a Lexus lx600

[@frankb.269]

Nice SUV, only the center screen that doesn't look integrated

[@clip4er164]

My dad loves this car and I hope to buy it for him in the near future

[@RaitisRides]

I hope he can make it happen.

[@josephpayton2055]

This may pull the GW out of the dirt but at least it will stay on the highway longer than the shoulder 😮.

[@kingmusaba6045]

I love Joe's subtle innuendos in these iconic car reviews lol. Yes, everybody could use a bulge during rough off road driving lol

[@nitzer16]

Joe, another great walk-through video. So, for a $95,000 Land Rover, there are NO charging ports in the mid or 3 rows?

[@RaitisRides]

Nope none at all. Thanks for watching Paul!

[@nitzer16]

@@RaitisRides Thanks Joe.

[@samuelwaweru9819]

Joe wish you could show the rise and drop

[@TheKingkingg]

I think it is, but British vehicles issues in past a concern, but jeep has their issues too

[@RaitisRides]

So very true

[@TheKingkingg]

@@RaitisRides keep up great work and your wife and new camera person.

[@hoosiermama3001]

That cargo space review - blink and you'll miss it!

[@RaitisRides]

I love what you did there! Just know there is a ton of room!

[@gdog5032]

As per comments... assembly is outside of the UK... though components will come from various countries (possibly including the UK)..

[@SME5724]

Would definitely lease this bad Larry …. Lease only

[@roy6224]

Hi man this is pretty off topic but I’ve realized that you’re very experienced having hands on both cars so I was wondering what would you recommend more a hybrid kia niro or a hybrid Toyota Camry for long travels and family trips

[@RaitisRides]

I would go Niro!

[@jayxj7785]

That is the shiniest tyre shine I've ever seen lmao.

[@leafs79]

Really like it but not crazy about the spare tire being visible

[@wardellward]

I’m liking the interior

[@cowgirlie89]

Love this, definitely nabbing one up ASAP. Yes, the Wagoneer has a beautiful interior, but I’m not digging the exterior at all. The Defender has the aggressive look I love, I don’t care if my kids get into it too, waterproof flooring is an A+ for a parent of 4.

[@e.w.cooper1732]

"That's what she said." classic

[@pfwww12]

I dig it. But also you can see Fords Influence in the LandRover designs. Reworked Ford Flex design. With a upscale fully capable design upgrade. 👌🏾

[@tommahnke]

I kept waiting for him to throw in the Ginsu knives during the presentation.

[@maximillianthomas2695]

Nice Hardy boy’s and Nancy Drew Mysteries.