2025 Defender Performance

Few new luxury SUVs can compare to the Defender family of vehicles. The Defender off-road capabilities are in line with the high standards this brand sets. That’s because the Defender specs reinforce the specially tuned suspension and technological features to provide a truly well-rounded all-terrain experience.

Land Rover Riverside wants you to take in one of these legendary vehicles near Riverside. Our sales and finance specialists will see to it that you’re taken care of.

2025 Defender Specs Per Engine Option 

As of this writing, few of the Defender mpg ratings have been determined by the EPA. We know the Defender 110 configuration achieves 14 mpg in the city and 18 mpg on the highway when equipped with the V8 engine option. As for the other Defender mpg ratings, we recommend our Long Beach neighbors check back on this page for updates, and in the meantime, explore the riveting performance specs for each of the four Defender engine options:   

2.0L 4-Cylinder Turbocharged Gas Engine (P300 Gas)

Available on: Defender 90 S, Defender 110 S, Defender 130 S

• Horsepower: 296 hp @ 5,500 rpm

• Torque: 295 lb-ft of torque @ 1,500-4,500 rpm

• Top speed: 119 mph

• Acceleration: 0-60 mph in 6.7 seconds (Defender 90 S) / 7.0 seconds (Defender 110 S) / 7.5 seconds (Defender 130 S)

• Maximum towing capacity: 7,716 pounds

3.0L 6-Cylinder Turbocharged Gas MHEV (P400 Gas Mild Hybrid)

Available on: Defender 90 X-Dynamic SE, Defender 110 S, Defender 110 X-Dynamic SE, Defender 110 X, Defender 130 S, Dynamic 130 X-Dynamic SE, Defender 130 X, Defender 130 Outbound

• Horsepower: 395 hp @ 5,500-6,500 rpm

• Torque: 406 lb-ft of torque @ 2,000-5,000 rpm

• Top speed: 119 mph

• Acceleration: 0-60 mph in 5.7 seconds (Defender 90 X-Dynamic SE) / 5.8 seconds (Defender 110 S, Defender 110 S X-Dynamic SE, Defender 110 X) / 6.3 seconds (Defender 130 S, Dynamic 130 X-Dynamic SE, Defender 130 X, Defender 130 Outbound)

• Maximum towing capacity: 8,201 pounds

5.0L V8 Supercharged Gas Engine (P500 Gas Mild Hybrid)

Available on: Defender 110 X-Dynamic SE, Defender 130 V8

• Horsepower: 493 hp

• Torque: 450 lb-ft of torque @ 2,500-5,000 rpm

• Top Speed: 149 mph

• Acceleration: 0-60 mph in 5.2 seconds (Defender 110 X-Dynamic SE) / 5.4 seconds (Defender 130 V8)

• Maximum towing capacity: 8,200 pounds

5.0L V8 supercharged gas engine (P525 Gas)

Available on: Defender 90 V8, Defender 110 V8

• Horsepower: 518 hp @ 6,500 rpm

• Torque: 461 lb-ft of torque @ 2,500-5,500 rpm

• Top speed: 149 mph

• Acceleration: 0-60 mph in 4.9 seconds (Defender 90 V8) / 5.1 seconds (Defender 110 V8)

• Maximum towing capacity: 8,201 pounds 

2025 Defender Off-Road & Performance Features 

The thrilling Defender 110 specs aren’t all this SUV has to offer in the way of performance. It can also come equipped with the latest performance and off-roading features, which work to fine-tune handling, firm up traction, and adapt torque distribution to maximize responsiveness on the roads ahead, no matter the terrain. Standard and available highlights can include: 

• All-wheel drive (AWD)
• Twin-speed transfer box (high/low range)
• Coil suspension
• Terrain Response
• 8-speed automatic transmission
• Hill Launch Assist
• Electric Power-Assisted Steering (EPAS)
• Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)
• Low Traction Launch
• Electronic Traction Control (ETC)
• Roll Stability Control (RSC)
• Cornering Brake Control (CBC)
• Hill Descent Control (HDC)
• Brake Hold
• And more 

Your Defender Awaits Near Los Angeles 

In Riverside, your automotive dreams can come true. If you liked the Defender 110 specs, why not get behind the wheel? With our help, you’ll be able to make a statement during your daily drives with one of the three Defender body styles. Value your trade with us to simplify the process of upgrading.