Land Rover Defender 2021 In-Depth Review - Best Off-Roader?

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The new-era Land Rover Defender brings the design of this legendary Solihull model bang up to date. Despite the modern tech, it remains as solid and uncompromising as it's always been, with off road ability to worry a Challenger tank. Approach it as an alternative to modern luxury SUVs and you've missed the point. Buy a Discovery for that. Here instead, is the hardest wearing, most capable and most cost effective proper off-roader that sensible money can buy.
Background
You may have forgotten what a real Land Rover is - and what it looks like. These days, we associate the Solihull maker with lifestyle SUVs and Range Rover products. Rather than the kind of farm working 4x4 that Maurice Wilks developed for agricultural use back in the Forties. There are still some people who feel that this is exactly what a true off-roader should be. It shouldn't feel like a car on stilts. It needs to be rugged, practical and offer a number of field-serviceable parts.
Is that what we have here? Everything has been changed to differentiate this modern era Defender from the Land Rover original - but ultimately, nothing is really very different. Thank goodness for that.
Driving Experience
Engine-wise, the range is fundamentally built around an in-line six cylinder Ingenium MHEV mild hybrid diesel engine. It's offered in three forms - the D200 (with 200PS and 500Nm of torque), the D250 (with 249PS and 570Nm of torque) and the D300 (with 300PS and 650Nm of torque). The D300 powers to 62mph in 6.3s. If you want efficiency but don't want to fuel from the black pump, there's also a P400e Plug-in Hybrid option with the longer 110 body style. This PHEV variant uses a 2.0-litre four cylinder petrol engine with 300PS mated to a 105kW electric motor powered by a 19.2kWh battery, this combination producing a combined 404PS output and offering an all-electric driving range of 27 miles. There are also two conventional petrol options, the 300PS P300 and the 400PS P400 variant. 8-speed auto transmission is mandatory across the range.
Land Rover insists that this new-era Defender is even more capable than its predecessor, despite the fact that, unlike that previous model, there's no hard core separate chassis or rigid axles. Instead, the architecture is fundamentally the same as that which features on the current Discovery, Range Rover Sport and range Rover modes. But it rides on reinforced suspension with greater travel and there's more ground clearance too. Both coil springs and air suspension are available. As you'd expect, there's permanent 4WD, along with a Terrain Response system allowing you to set the car up for various driving conditions (or you can simply select an automatic setting and let the Defender handle everything for you). Both body shapes have impressive mud plugging stats; an approach angle of 38-degrees and a departure angle of 40-degrees. It can climb a 45-degree slope and descent a 47-degree one. And it'll wade through water up to 900mm deep. Try doing that in your lifestyle SUV.
Design and Build
You'd recognise this as a Defender - there are lots of design cues ensuring that, including squared-off wheelarches, super-short front and rear overhangs and so-called 'Alpine light' narrow windows set into the roof. Like the old Defender, it's possible to buy both three and five-door body shapes and, to keep some historical continuity, as before these are badged '90' and '110' respectively. Modern touches include full-LED headlights and a square body-coloured panel in the rear side glass (which is optional on the '90' and standard on the '110').
Inside, the exposed metal on the doors and the minimalist dashboard give an appropriately Defender-style feel but this time round, the cabin's wider, so you won't be bashing your wrists on the doors every time you twirl the wheel round.
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Best off-roader oh yes always parked in the mechanic garage!! 🤣🤣🤣

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[@alanprior9289]

Really comprehensive thank you - I have the 90 MHEV First Edition D250 and I still learned a great deal more about it from your video than I ever did before.

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Looks amazing

[@Chopperbob56]

The absolute most informative and well done review I’ve seen. Well done Sir. I’ve just turned 21,000 miles on my P400 and it’s been absolutely Wonderful. Oh one thing , the rear seats do fold all the way down . There is a strap in the fold between the upper and lower sections. Pull that strap up and the lower section can be folded forward allowing room for the upper back to fold all the way down and seat evenly with the rest of the rear floor. Cheers

[@cmtexperts4825]

How's your defender?

[@Chopperbob56]

@@cmtexperts4825 Mine is doing fantastic!! 33,000 miles today. Love it !!!

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@@Chopperbob56 great!

[@allaboutcars4835]

@@Chopperbob56 Anytime you hear someone ask, “how’s your Defender?”, that means that they like it and are considering buying one, but are on the fence, due to its reliability. By the way, it’s been another 2 months, any issues yet???

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[@north44rovers28]

The Defender continues to be a unique vehicle. It's tough to see the divide between people who like the older models versus those who like the newer one. At the end of the day, this vehicle is a beast. And the customization factor is out of this world. Glad to see the Defender reincarnated for another generation. -North44Rovers

[@KoDeMondo]

Best off-roader oh yes always parked in the mechanic garage!! 🤣🤣🤣

[@jessietreverton3191]

Based on what evidence? Mine has been totally reliable. @@KoDeMondo

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[@paulp1247]

An excellent review, and i've watched them all. Watched every minute too. I'm really impressed by the sustained detailed commentary - without the any apparent use of an autocue:) One slight challenge though - all other reviews and documentation i've seen, including the build website options, say the optional raised Air intake does not extend the max wading depth of 900mm, where you indicated otherwise? Lastly, no one ever seems to mention what the silver enclosures are for in the rear load space? I've often seen a big silver enclosure on the left, and a smaller one on the right. (and i don't mean the optional compressor option..). Thanks for a great review, superbly & eloquently executed.

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[@duncandorris884]

The seats on the 110 do, indeed, fold completely flat. You just need to flip the seat bottom forward before folding down the rears.

[@coreyk288]

It's worth noting to future buyers that the 110 fold flat rear seats are an additional option that must be specified. It is possible to get a spec that does not have the ability. As is the case with my recently delivered 110. You can get it close to flat without the option specified but it won't go all the way down unfortunately. So long story short, make sure you spec it if you need it!

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How you remember all this info I’ll never understand. Best reviews in the business. I was expecting to hate this new version but I take my hat off to land rover they thought of everything and if it proves reliable then it’s the perfect replacement and I’d love one even over the original...and that’s something I never thought I’d never say.

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Love that green colour !

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This review is unmatched by ANY car performance review I have EVER watched. Where the is the closet LR dealership to me. I want one. . . . .

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Nice review. I appreciated this reviewer's opinions on this new Land Rover Defender. Thank you very much!

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[@mdshovel]

The intake extension is not for wading ...it is for getting up into cleaner air in dust conditions

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[@carimbo18]

No Question left to answer, very detailed explanation of the vehicle's models and available upgrades. Totally Convince and Sold on my Next Vehicle Choice.

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[@ToddHendry]

This backed up against the wall loading issue would be no different if you had a top hinged tailgate.

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[@pl2514]

What are the diesel models like on the motorway in terms of noise in the cabin?

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[@aaronadkins8234]

Great review. Two mistakes though. In the 5 seat 110, the seats do fold completely flat. Lift the base of the center seat, fold down the headrests and they fold completely flat. Not so with the 5+2 model though. Additionally, the original defender never allowed for you to stand on the bonnet. The chequer plates were after market add ons that people made to allow for that. So land rover made a fake version of an aftermarket part and that to me is the silliest part of this otherwise brilliant vehicle.

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[@anitagales2435]

Best reviews: Can you review the base 2l 4Cyl Petrol with Coil springs

[@daneav8]

Great review, but one mistake. The 5-seat 110 does allow for the 2nd row seats to lay completely flat. The procedure is to pivot the seat cushion/bottom forward, then fold the seat back down. Presto…flat. Unfortunately, if configured with the optional 3rd row seats (5+2 configuration), this is not the case and the 2nd row seats will not lay flat. Why Land Rover allowed this compromise I will never know, because my 2017 Disco with 7 seats allows a completely flat cargo area - therefore it can be accomplished, they just chose not to.

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[@jasonbrackett27]

This is good to know, thank you! The fact that the rear seats didn’t lay flat was a big disappointment compared to my LR4

[@TheVickersDoorter]

13:40 I've had my trouble-free P300 for a year now and have used it several times for pulling my 2 tonne boat on my 1.3 tonne trailer. My longest single towing trip of 400 miles took me exactly 8 hours, including two brief stops. With the obvious exception of MPG, I could barely feel I was towing 3.3 tonnes and the P300 engine is blissfully quiet and smooth. What more pulling power does one need?

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[@TheVickersDoorter]

@King Brilliant Fascinating. It was used within the specified towing limits and doing precisely what it's designed to do. But yeah, if you can actually afford one, best find one that's just been used on the school run or ponce around Notting Hill.

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@@OsvUkVehicleSupply Thank you for the feedback. I wish to use the Defender as a tow vehicle for cross-country touring (America - California to Carolinas) several times a year with several trips from the Carolinas to Vancouver B.C.. I'm waiting for the new vehicles niggles to get worked out and will be buying the Defender 130 as I like inline 6 cylinders and this engine omits the hybridization.

[@colinkey7094]

An excellent, comprehensive video review - thank you. BUT, it is ridiculous, the world of cars has gone completely mad. This vehicle, which I could very easily afford, is far too complex, far too unreliable and far too expensive. I will stick with my current Defender 90 TD5 which is now just over 15 years old and and the only replacement parts during that time have been tyres, widscreen wiper blades and wiper motor and battery (and it is now apprecciating in value).

[@stefanfalldorf6573]

Do I like the new Defender? Yes and no. More yes though. Would I go offroading with it? Yes. Would I chose it as an overlanding or exploring vehicle like the old one or a Land Cruiser? Hell, no. It's not just TFL that it's issues. It was also the german Explorer Magazine that took it offroading to the french Alpes that had some issues. Imagine that happens somewhere in Botswana, Kazakhstan or Mongolia.

[@TheSpoovy]

Fantastic presentation as ever. Not sold on the car though, I'd take a prado instead please. The one thing I just can't get past is the rear lights. Do I really count eight lights on the back that do the exact same thing, when two would have done the job?

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[@GrenadierMichael]

Very detailed report. Another correction - The raised air intake does not increase the wading depth.

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[@doggylover1958]

Terrific review as always, thank you. It’s such a shame we appear to be unable to build these in the uk. I’m sure it will sell well, and I wish the Slovakian economy all the best.

[@descarroll2039]

Buy one of these and you'll get to know the dealerships mechanic by first name......

[@nigel22347]

....within the first week!

[@kunalpatil442]

But how ?

[@theodorenelson9509]

Is it because you might be visiting the mechanic 7 days/week

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I think these are absolutely epic. So very desirable.

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[@gregwilson2135]

how do you charge a flat 48V battery if it fails

[@Cherub77]

Are the off road scenes Leith Hill Coldharbour?

[@danielbrown4579]

I’d say you’d be 99% correct as I’ve noticed they’ve filmed in areas south of godalming in the past, so close by.

[@The_Arby]

A Very In-Depth Review OSV :-) Funny you never mentioned the Snorkel...Also you never mentioned whether the Roofrack and Tent fit on the 90 ??

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[@heavenlydefended8188]

Boom! Need this when I get to venture Rural Africa, but carjacking in that part of the world scares me. They should have an Africa Edition bullet proof the works

[@hedydd2]

As for the introduction, most sensible money goes on one ton pickup trucks for offroad utility use. Make no mistake, this is just an alternative to the equally capable Discovery5 and Range Rover in whatever guise you choose. They are all variations on the same theme. It has nothing to do with replacing the old Defender. It just doesn't. Look at it as the true successor to the Discovery4 if you like, while the Disco5 chases the Range Rover even further upmarket. The Velar, Defender, Discovery5 and Range Rover Sport all overlap greatly in price depending on spec, which is a massive problem for JLR, because their main rivals are all in-house, cannibalising sales from each other. The vehicle is just as impressive as all other Land Rover vehicles and just as ridiculously over-priced once loaded with options that are standard on many other vehicle brands. It is very easy to specify up to £10k in accessories and options, even on top priced models.

[@irenedp4947]

I changed a Cherokee of 15 years for a Disco 5 in 2017 and a Sport in early 21. They latter are not obviously the Defender but they are just as capable, with low range, wading, diffs., etc. As long as you don’t worry too much about the paint and you use off-road tires. I might consider the Defender next.

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[@arnoldtm31]

You forgot the Mitsubishi shogun sport when you mentioned proper 4*4s..Its extremely capable and incredible value.

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[@tesfayegetachew1296]

its nice car how much this

[@kennethpope4311]

Very well presented. An impressive vehicle, but sadly no longer an affordable one. The dependence on electronics is going to limit the longevity of the vehicle. I would not want to own one out side of warranty.

[@shepleonard8695]

If the other big nail in the coffin is that you cannot add an aftermarket front bumper and winch combination to this vehicle you can even add a wench to it. Contact your local land rover dealership and ask them if they will install a winch for you and they'll tell you they can't do it because there's a wiring harness issue that will cause the entire electronic system to fail. The great off-road manufacturing company ARB was contacted in Bay said that they could not do it nor did I have any plans on making an offering for such. Now keep in mind they offer this 4 Toyota land rover and Jeep is well as Nissan. Land rover rush to this in they don't care about meeting the market need or want from those of us that want a true offer a vehicle there trying to make luxury 4 by 4 vehicles for people who live in cities. I guess those of us that actually won't a true bear bones off road vehicle are just gonna have to continue to hunt down old Defenders. The silly thing is land rover makes all the electronic off road aids targeted to people who don't know how to drive. Nor will they ever learn how to properly drive because they are completely dependent on the preprogrammed driving modes. A GPS in a dedicated off-road vehicle is pointless. Everyone uses tablets or smartphones today Uploaded with better off road and trail maps that are not available on a standard GPS.

[@donn5188]

Best Defender review ever?!

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[@joegaffney1959]

It definitely fills a certain segment in the market, but it isnt the same as the old defender fills. I cant see any of the farmers etc i know being able to afford or wanting to buy this.

[@gregorypaulbox3035]

How quickly will it breakdown once you drive off the dealer forecourt? No doubt I'll be seeing these obstructing Surrey high streets soon. If only Ford UK would agree to import the 2021 Bronco.

[@jonpalmer1825]

How many Surrey Cyclists could you wedge into the bull bars of a Bronco?

[@gregorypaulbox3035]

@@jonpalmer1825 ... sadly it would never be enough.

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[@Daive1988]

The Suzuki Jimny, I feel, was also missed from the ‘proper’ 4x4 list! 🤔

[@doggylover1958]

If we are talking smaller 4x4 just take a look at the Panda Cross, it left the Defender stranded in one noteable test.

[@droneguruza]

@@doggylover1958That "test" was a glorified muddy road. I'd like to see the Panda go up Matroosberg, or something similar, here in South Africa.

[@davidlewis6464]

Richard Hammond said it best. ‘It’s the best Discovery they’ve ever built!’

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[@davidlewis6464]

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Amen. C'est bien.👍👍👍

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[@emmanuelmatsomane2738]

Let's go rover

[@martintongper6703]

My dream car ❤❤❤

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[@carvingwithstevegreen1019]

What's the coast of the latest land Rover

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[@yitezeng1035]

Those i6 petro engines will mostly go to the North America market. I asked a Sales and she says we will not get diseal and we will get the V8 for 2022 model year and we won't get the PHEV until 2023 model year. Shame

[@martintongper6703]

I like it

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[@mednejad]

Nice clip, I just wish there was a bit of a gap in between the technical talk and maybe a bit of music instead of the relentless technical talk. I just lost interest after about a third of the clip.

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[@LuvvSURYA]

Your reviews are nice and so well informed. But why is the video quality so behind the time? 60fps is the norm today and it makes the video feel more natural. I expect you to do at least 1080p 60fps if 4k 60fps is not yet possible for the time being.

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[@prabjitprabjit]

60fps helps deliver content with constant motion (sports and video gaming) with less blur. A side effect of high fps is that some productions may look like a soap opera or reality TV. Lower frame rates (30 or 24) allow for some of that “cinematic” blur to communicate the feeling/style of the production and take us on a “journey” on the tele. Yuri from The Straight Pipes insists on 24fps. I prefer 4K@24fps Each has its merits and complications. Thanks for this in-depth summary and review of this fancy off-roader.

[@LuvvSURYA]

@@prabjitprabjit : Well, most other channels switched to 1080p 60fps not without a reason. Personally, I’d prefer 60fps over 4K resolution because it doesn’t make any difference watching the review at full hd or 4K on mobile or even laptop. There was a time in the past when we went crazy over the image quality and sharpness of even 720p. 1080p took the game even further. And it still is today unless you are watching the video on at least 55” 4K/8k tv. And there also the fact is that the advanced processing technology in TVs these days process the lower quality image to the maximum possible resolution of the tv (4K/8k). This means video with 1080p resolution would appear be much sharper on Tv than on laptop or mobile phones (without such image processing technology). This also means that it’s only the frame rate that is actual differentiator between the two types of videos - Full HD and 4K. And 60fps looks a lot smoother than the conventional 30fps.

[@Saxymancan]

I'll be interesting to see how it competes with the recently launched Ineos Grenadier and how that model may potentially steal customers away from JLR.

[@davidhorobin1060]

How on earth does he remember all this stuff?!

[@OsvUkVehicleSupply]

Thanks for watching, David 👍

[@bobojo8591]

Was very curious about this product, having ridden the one of the earlier versions on a farm and around town. All l remember was it was very thirsty and seemed to spend more time with its bonnet up than down but when it ran it was great. Anyway seems some of those traits have not been improved upon. TFL the US youtube channel was at last count on their 3rd Defender in a matter of a few months, the first one went on a trail and was not the same as it developed some serious problems on its more or less maiden trip. l cannot recall what the issue was with the second one. Anyway point is these are good when they run, if something should go awry better hope its still covered by the guarantee or have very deep pockets. It could just be teething issues as this is as a new model but this is JLR so one can be forgiven for thinking its probably their nature. l cannot imagine how reliable this one will be given the many new fangled options it has e.g. the air suspension. It would be nice to see a comparison with the G-Wagen, the Jeep, The lancruiser/Prado, Nissan Patrol, Mitsubishi Shogun/Pajero if one can be found.

[@OsvUkVehicleSupply]

Hi there, thank you for the video suggestions 👍

[@10007will]

As you say time will tell on reliability. Re TFL they somewhat stretched the truth in search of clicks and views once they realized that shouting out “we are on our third” go them huge coverage, clicks, views and all the extra money that comes with that. The first was a lemon pure and simple as that. It’s interesting to see LR have already dropped that engine. The second was fine only some poor LT tech broke it while fitting a winch. Not LR’s fault and I only hope the poor guy did not lose his job given the profile. But the vehicle was fine. The “third one” is running great. They refuse to do the simple things that have done in the other off roaders, Jeep, Land Crusiser etc , and fit off round tire’s, give a lift. Mean time there are hundreds upon hundreds of videos in the US and Canada of them crossing deserts or frozen tundra. Try autoplicity or shedlock2000 or many many more . Bad news sells of course and TFL and Andrew Saint Piers White know that. I’m not calling it a success but just give it some time and we will see. I am cautiously optimistic it will be around for a while, that LT will do derivatives to please the enthusiasts and it will turn out better than many are predicting .

[@bobojo8591]

@@10007will Thanks for the update, l agree it seems pretty solid. Well lets see how it goes. l think Car Expert in Australia gave it high praise if l am not mistaken. l will never forget the rant Andrew Saint Piers White gave about the Pajero in Namibia. Bad news certainly travels fast.

[@JC-xw7ml]

bobo jo TFL have milked and clickbaited the engine management issue on their first defender to death ( taking it up a mountain during run in probably didn't help) somewhat losing credibility in the process, at the end of the day, it's just a car, and a good one. I use mine as van, carrying tools and all sorts of materials during the week, and at wk ends it's a comfortable refined car, eliminating the need for a separate van and car, saving me a fortune. There's nothing out there like it.

[@myleschilton3473]

Let’s just hope it turns out to be reliable. The JLR track record isn’t great.

[@OsvUkVehicleSupply]

Hi Myles, read our article to find out more about Land Rover reliability: www.osv.ltd.uk/land-rover-reliability/

[@myleschilton3473]

@@OsvUkVehicleSupply Thanks.

[@countryman3460]

It is a great car but it is not the car of the Land anymore. That is where the Defenders made their mark.

[@oddities-whatnot]

The new 110 is a fabulous ride but sadly for me the diesel engine drones and rumbles after a while.

[@phil8437]

Looks good but let down by poor reliability. A very good review as always thankyou.

[@OsvUkVehicleSupply]

Our pleasure, Phil 👍

[@samuelkima2135]

I wanted one I'm in Kenya and am a farmer

[@OsvUkVehicleSupply]

Hi Samuel, thank you for your comment. We only supply vehicles in the UIK, but many thanks for getting in touch 👍

[@shepleonard8695]

The new Defender while good is not as good as its older brother. There was nothing wrong with the old Defender, all it needed was a few modern creature comforts added to the interior and they should have left everything else alone completely. The old saying applies "if it aint broke don't fix it". This redesign was done intentionally as have all off roaders as of late… it was done to target the urban community. No one is building dedicated off road vehicles anymore. There's a reason while the old defender was so popular it was rugged you could beat the hell out of it physically and mechanically and it just kept going. The other big issue with the new defender is the fact that you cannot put in after market which on this vehicle. Even when ARB was contacted about this they say they have no ability or any plans for doing so in the future. Land rover themselves if you call your local dealership ask them if they can fix one to the front of the vehicle will tell you they can't. I am sorry but this is just piss poor planning and performance on Land Rover's part. I'm in the camp that the vast majority of everyone within the land rover community is this new defender is blasphemy.

[@TheCulturaldisaster]

Wow quite some mistakes, even though the car is since a year on market....the rear seats fold back flat in the 5 seater, only in the 7 seater they don`t... commmoooonnnnnnnn

[@OsvUkVehicleSupply]

Hi there, sorry for the errors in this video. We will take your feedback on-board.

[@prabjitprabjit]

Check out “Off-Road-Adventures” channel’s video “More tips and Tricks”. The 7 seater folds (almost) flat in a different way than the 5 seater. Thanks for this in-depth summary and review of this fancy off-roader.

[@SteeleFalcon]

juat another discovery really whats the point of an all rounder when you already have one

[@silverbacknubian6366]

I love the look and style, but I heard they are a bear to maintain and expensive!

[@OsvUkVehicleSupply]

Have you considered leasing?

[@stardustbilermam1736]

That’s the problem with the defender. It’s trying to please everyone. It’s just another lifestyle Land Rover and it’s tech makes it a problem off-road.

[@jamesinbradford5882]

Looks good but it’ll be at the dealer getting fixed after a few days.

[@OsvUkVehicleSupply]

Hi James, you can find out more about Land Rover reliability here: bit.ly/3cObFPy

[@crimping1]

Are you saying this is better than a Toyota Land Cruiser?

[@OsvUkVehicleSupply]

Hi Dee, our Vehicle Specialists can provide you with any info you need about the Defender or Land Cruiser to help you make an informed buying decision 👍 Book your free consultation here and we'll get in touch: bit.ly/39YHCml

[@drmreddyreddy2158]

India launch Date

[@OsvUkVehicleSupply]

Hi there, according to news reports, the LR Defender launched in October last year. Hope this helps!

[@jameslindley924]

45K for a SWB Land Rover !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Jeez

[@bazza2540]

Listen while I read off every stat on the spec sheet and the land rover brochure...

[@OsvUkVehicleSupply]

Sorry you feel that way. We aim to provide a comprehensive assessment of the Defender to help viewers decide if it's the right vehicle for them.

[@thesingingshade7984]

Discovery has gone out of the Category it once created. Lovely motor though.

[@thesingingshade7984]

Defender

[@jameslindley924]

Lmao !!!! - Sensible money can buy ?????

[@doggylover1958]

The Panda 4x4. You could buy 5 for the price of this one, and the extreme capability always surprises testers. It has left more traditional 4x4s stranded in many tests.

[@SteveM1969]

How is £40,000 proper money!!!! My defender cost £1500

[@melvincaramba2942]

Very nice car. Only one thing is very expensive though. Kind of unaffordable to simple poorer people. Only for rich people can afford. Of course it is real British.

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[@melvincaramba2942]

Surely this is the very reason why only a few British cars 🚗 running in the roads in continental country Land Down Under. Many cars 🚘 on the roads are from South Korea and mostly from the Land of the rising sun ☀️. Bansa. Arrigato.

[@blitzchaserjzx100]

As reliable as the UK weather..

[@droneguruza]

In South Africa, this thing sells for R1,2 - R2,5 million. That is twice the price of the older one when it was new a few years ago, or about the same price as a low mileage Ferrari 458 Italia. Here, the real Defenders are everywhere. You mainly see millionaire housewives driving this thing around. Extremely disappointing really... And yes I know it is capable, but you will not see this thing hauling firefighters up the mountain, or doing anything particularly useful. Land Rover enthusiasts have been left no choice but to move over to Toyotas.

[@OkavRic]

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[@kampferpl7759]

This feels/looks more like a Discovery than a Defender...