2026 Land Rover Defender
The 2026 Land Rover Defender is a midsize SUV, rated at 20 MPG combined by the EPA. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for this model year.
- Combined MPG
- 20
- NHTSA safety
- Not rated
- Starting price
- $56,000
- Recalls
- 3
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Full specifications
Identity
SRC · NHTSA vPIC| Make | Land Rover |
|---|---|
| Model | Defender |
| Model year | 2026 |
| 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 | 22 |
| Combined MPG | 20 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 452 g/mi |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $3850 |
Available configurations
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Defender 110 | 20 MPG combined |
|---|---|
| Defender 110 | 16 MPG combined |
| Defender 110 MHEV | 17 MPG combined |
| Defender 110 MHEV | 20 MPG combined |
| Defender 110 Trophy MHEV | 17 MPG combined |
| Defender 130 | 16 MPG combined |
| Defender 130 Outbound | 18 MPG combined |
| Defender 130 P300 MHEV | 19 MPG combined |
| Defender 130 P400 MHEV | 18 MPG combined |
| Defender 90 | 19 MPG combined |
| Defender 90 | 16 MPG combined |
| Defender 90 MHEV | 20 MPG combined |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City | 18 MPG |
|---|---|
| Highway | 22 MPG |
| Combined | 20 MPG |
Efficiency vs class average
About 22% below the class average.
- Amount financed
- $50,400
- Total interest
- $8,768
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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 (3)
- SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS26V163000 · 2026-03-18
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2026 Land Rover Defender vehicles. The third-row lower seat belt anchorage bracket may have an insufficient weld stud.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the third-row lower seat belt anchorage bracket or the weld-stud on the bracket, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 19, 2026. Owners may contact Land Rover's customer service at 800-637-6837. Land Rover's numbers for this recall are D098 and D113.
- FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY26V263000 · 2026-04-23
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2026 Land Rover Defender vehicles. The fuel tank was improperly manufactured with walls that are too thin.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed June 19, 2026. Owners may contact Land Rover's customer service at 800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is D127.
- 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 2026 Land Rover Defender?
The 2026 Land Rover Defender is EPA-rated at 20 MPG combined (18 city / 22 highway).
Is the 2026 Land Rover Defender reliable?
NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2026 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 2026 Land Rover Defender?
At 12,000 miles per year, the 2026 Land Rover Defender costs roughly $2,010 per year to fuel, or about $10,050 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.
What type of vehicle is the 2026 Land Rover Defender?
The 2026 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