6Land Rover Defender

Land Rover Defender (2003-2016)

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4.5

30 reviews · Statistics

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93% · 281 · 3%
Build Quality
4.8 (4)
Value for Money
4.5 (4)
Cleaning & Maintenance
4.3 (4)
Noise Level
2.0 (3)
Braking
3.3 (3)
Acceleration / Power
3.0 (3)
Gear Shifting
3.0 (3)
Suspension
4.3 (3)
Fuel Efficiency
4.3 (3)
Handling
2.3 (3)
Interior Design
4.0 (3)
Boot Size
4.7 (3)
Comfort
3.0 (3)
Features
3.3 (3)
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Reviews

Connor S.
Connor S.

Love these cars and would never get anything else

Defender 130

Purchased in for $40,000.

  • Transmission: Manual
  • Bought: Used
  • Year: 2004
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Jaswinder
Jaswinder Greater Melbourne (Inner), VIC

Very bad experience with Defender 90.

Defender 90

Bought Defender 90 Brand New, in the 3rd week it started feeling that whenever engine turned on car vibrates for good 10-15 seconds. Then after 9 weeks software blew including the screen & speedometer. Rest is fine.

Purchased in for $96,000.

  • Transmission: Automatic
  • Bought: New
  • Year: 2022
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Jubei
Jubei Perth, WA · 57 posts

Special feels when driving

Defender 90

excellent 2nd vehicle, its a weekend car, definitely not a city car. i fell in love with it the first time i saw it in the show room. cars like this makes you feel very special as there is nothing like it on the road. you will not find the character and charm in another vehicle. new defender coming out at the end of 2019 is definitely not a defender. if you have one, hold on to them as long as you can and pass it onto your kids, these cars will outlive you!

Purchased in for $60,000.

  • Transmission: Manual
  • Bought: Used
  • Year: 2014
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Elsie C
Elsie C Brisbane · 6 posts

Amazing

Defender 90

It may seen old but it works a treat! I bought it second hand and is in good condition and I asked the person were they got it from and all this stuff and soon fell in love it is the best for off roading and fits 5 people and can fit 7 if we had 2 seats added it!

  • Badge: XS
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  • Transmission: Manual
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Shana
Shana

Best this ever happen to me

Defender 110

I have no words to express my satisfaction. If you want 4wd drive just buy this. Best on the road and off road. Very Fuel efficient and amazing power. Only 4wd drive that i know has Anti Staff Feature which is amazing. This car will never let you down. Will never go to another car.

  • Badge: TDI
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  • Transmission: Manual
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  • Drive: 4WD
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Hogrider
Hogrider AU · 36 posts

Land rover Perentie 110

Defender 110

Purchased for $16,000.

  • Transmission: Manual
  • Bought: Used
  • Year: 1989
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Rav
Rav · 10 posts

Can I choose 10 stars?

Defender 90

It’s a different feeling. It’s hard to manoeuvre, uncomfortable, no airbags & loud. But who cares! The best 4x4 ever & goes anywhere. Approach & departure angles and ground clearance unbeatable. And the character that you don’t get in any other 4x4. The Army uses them for a reason! Ain’t selling mine ever!

  • Badge: TDCI
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  • Transmission: Manual
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CraigETD5
CraigETD5 Peel, WA · 11 posts

2000 TD5.

Defender 110

Exceptional 4x4 out of the box and performs better of road than many highly modified 4x4s. Great room, good economy for a 4x4 this size app 12 litres per 100. Biggest issue heads not repairable. Parts no dearer than any other. A bit of an enthusiast car. Heaters non existent and air conditioning very average.

  • Badge: X-Treme
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  • Transmission: Manual
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Floater
Floater AU · 13 posts

Owning one is addictive

Defender 90

Incredibly built car that is capable of anything you throw at it.

The constant 4wd is an incredible safety feature which actually doesn't contribute significantly to fuel consumption as so many believe.

It has a full aluminium roof rack and still averaged 11L/100km. It is a great balance between tarmac and dirt driving.

Not suitable for the tall person and also if you have a weak left knee - clutch is heavy and cabin is small.

Stock clearance is much higher than most 4wd. I had a friend who recently purchased a Hilux SR5 and my stock clearance was much higher than his even after he had put bigger wheels on.

  • Badge: TDI
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  • Transmission: Manual
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Collin_58
Collin_58 Sydney · 3 posts

Better than a Toyota Hilux SR5

Defender 90
  • Badge: 90
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  • Transmission: Manual
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Zach
Zach

Nothing compared

Defender 90
  • Badge: NAS defender 90
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  • Transmission: Manual
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Chris
Chris · 2 posts

So glad I got it

Defender 110

Leaks when it rains, stones hitting the bottom sound like bullets, turns like a cruise liner, catches the wind, I can't seem to get in the passenger side without falling in, nearly gave myself a hernia taking off the spare! When people come over to talk about my car, I tell them it 'now' has cup holders!

  • Badge: Zoro Rules Forever
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  • Transmission: Manual
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Roy G
Roy G Melbourne · 8 posts

My New Best Friend

Defender 90

I always wanted a Defender 90 - my hand was forced when the final sales deadline was June 26 last year. A long 8 month wait & finally my new best friend arrived. Have done around 4,000 kms now & it gets better every day. Was surprised by its power & prowess on road & how good it is the the rough stuff. It is much more comfy than I expected & everyone I know wants a ride - the drivetrain takes some getting used to but once mastered - it is great. Also surprised how good the brakes are. If you have ever hankered for a Defender 90 - just do it! The only vehicle that puts a smile on my face every time I drive it. I also like the camaraderae that comes from Defender ownership - it's a small & exclusive club. Enjoy!

  • Badge: 90
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  • Transmission: Manual
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Sean
Sean Perth · 16 posts
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It depends on your perspective

Defender 90

If you've never been in one before.... It's loud, clunky and slow. It turns like a tugboat, the aircon & heating are ordinary, there's nowhere to put your right arm, they have very few creature comforts, stones hitting the (non lined or undersealed) inner wheel arches will scare the crap out of you. It's too tall to fit in most city underground carparks, and the fuel tank is too small. When you wade (or in heavy rain) your feet will get wet, and the seats don't recline... But none of this will matter to you because it not only looks awesome, but is one of the most capable off-road vehicles on the planet.

  • Badge: Limited Edition
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  • Transmission: Manual
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Roger
Roger · 8 posts

An Old Friend

Defender 90
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  • Transmission: Manual
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Questions & Answers

Hamid S
Hamid S ·  · Defender (2003-2016)

My defender 2015 - mileage 39k making abnormal noise from rear and will not move. Seems like the rear axle is blocked and cannot turn. Have change the rear flanges but problem persist.

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David
David ·  · Defender 130

Are the 2.4 130 defenders tow all right
I have a 1.5 ton camper

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mantas p.
mantas p. ·  · Defender 90

Is it fits engine 20t4h from rovers to ex-carbinieri defender?

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Land Rover Defender (2003-2016)

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Land Rover Defender 110
  • Discontinued
Land Rover Defender 1104.5
(14)
Land Rover Defender 90
  • Discontinued
Land Rover Defender 904.7
(13)
Land Rover Defender 130
  • Discontinued
Land Rover Defender 1304.0
(3)
CategorySmall / Compact SUVsSmall / Compact SUVsSmall / Compact SUVs
Replaced byLand Rover Defender L663Land Rover Defender L663Land Rover Defender L663
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