2025 Land Rover Defender
The 2025 Land Rover Defender is a midsize SUV, rated at 19 MPG combined by the EPA. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for this model year.
- Combined MPG
- 19
- NHTSA safety
- Not rated
- Starting price
- $56,000
- Recalls
- 2
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Full specifications
Identity
SRC · NHTSA vPIC| Make | Land Rover |
|---|---|
| Model | Defender |
| Model year | 2025 |
| Vehicle class | Midsize SUV |
Engine & drivetrain
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Displacement | 2 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Transmission | Automatic (S8) |
| Drivetrain | 4-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel | Premium Gasoline |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City MPG | 18 |
|---|---|
| Highway MPG | 20 |
| Combined MPG | 19 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 474 g/mi |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $4050 |
Available configurations
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Defender 110 | 19 MPG combined |
|---|---|
| Defender 110 | 16 MPG combined |
| Defender 110 MHEV | 19 MPG combined |
| Defender 110 MHEV | 17 MPG combined |
| Defender 130 | 16 MPG combined |
| Defender 130 Outbound | 18 MPG combined |
| Defender 130 P300 MHEV | 18 MPG combined |
| Defender 130 P400 MHEV | 19 MPG combined |
| Defender 90 | 19 MPG combined |
| Defender 90 | 16 MPG combined |
| Defender 90 MHEV | 19 MPG combined |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City | 18 MPG |
|---|---|
| Highway | 20 MPG |
| Combined | 19 MPG |
Efficiency vs class average
About 26% below the class average.
- Amount financed
- $50,400
- Total interest
- $8,768
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≈ $2,116/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal
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Cost to own
Estimate monthly payments and 5-year fuel cost using the tools in the sidebar. Figures use EPA fuel economy and current U.S. energy prices from EIA.
Safety ratings & recalls
SRC · NHTSA vPICNHTSA has not published NCAP crash-test ratings for this model year yet.
Recalls (2)
- EQUIPMENT24E102000 · 2024-12-06
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2020-2025 Land Rover Defender vehicles equipped with Raised Air Intake (RAI) aftermarket accessory equipment, with part number VPLEP0543. The raised air intake may not be secured properly, which can allow the intake to detach from the vehicle.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect, and if necessary, remove and reinstall the RAI accessory, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed February 20, 2025. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N964.
- AIR BAGS:FRONTAL26V389000 · 2026-06-12
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2020-2026 Land Rover Defender, 2021-2026 Discovery, and 2022-2026 Range Rover vehicles. The driver’s air bag clockspring connector may corrode, which can cause the air bag not to deploy as intended.
Remedy: Dealers will apply a protective lubricant gel to the driver’s air bag connector terminals, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed August 7, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Land Rover's customer service at 800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is D120.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the MPG of the 2025 Land Rover Defender?
The 2025 Land Rover Defender is EPA-rated at 19 MPG combined (18 city / 20 highway).
Is the 2025 Land Rover Defender reliable?
NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2025 Land Rover Defender. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2025 Land Rover Defender?
At 12,000 miles per year, the 2025 Land Rover Defender costs roughly $2,116 per year to fuel, or about $10,579 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.
What type of vehicle is the 2025 Land Rover Defender?
The 2025 Land Rover Defender is classified as a midsize suv. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.
Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC