Complete owner’s guide for the Land Rover Defender with photo, model introduction, full specifications, 5-year India sales report, variant links, 100 reported issues and 1 replacement parts rendered directly in the HTML body for search engines.
Land Rover Defender — a suv engineered for Indian roads.
The Land Rover Defender is a suv sold in India in the ₹60–250 lakh price range. Available in Diesel, it competes in the suv segment with feature-rich variants, modern safety equipment, and a strong service network across India.
Ex-showroom price: ₹60–₹250 lakh | Segment: SUV | Fuel: Diesel | Mileage: 14–18 km/l | Seating: 5 persons.
| Engine | 4-cyl Turbo |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1.5–2.0 L |
| Power | 115–170 PS |
| Torque | 150–250 Nm |
| Transmission | 6MT / 7DCT / 6AT |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Mileage (ARAI) | 14–18 km/l |
| Drive Type | FWD/AWD |
| Top Speed | 190 km/h |
| 0–100 km/h | 9.7 s |
| Seating | 5 persons |
| Boot Space | 433 L |
| Fuel Tank | 50 L |
| Ground Clearance | 198 mm |
| Length × Width × Height | 4365 mm × 1815 mm × 1645 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2610 mm |
| Tyre Size | 215/60 R17 |
| Airbags | 6 |
| Safety Rating | Not Yet Tested |
| Warranty | 3 yrs / 1,00,000 km |
| Infotainment | 10.25-in HD, connected car, OTA |
3 variants are listed with fuel type, transmission, airbags, trim level and direct variant-page links.
Units sold in India across the latest 5-year report period. Total 5-year volume is 6,036, with peak sales of 1,416 units in 2024 and 2024 sales of 1,416 units (+7% YoY).
| Year | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Units Sold | 1,020 | 1,080 | 1,200 | 1,320 | 1,416 |
These sales figures are estimates based on segment averages and brand market share where exact dispatch data is not available.
Some owners have noticed oil spots under the car after parking. This usually happens due to minor leaks from seals or gaskets.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹3,000–₹25,000 | Affected Years: 2020-2024 | Frequency: Occasional
Common symptoms: Oil spots under car, Burning smell, Low oil warning.
Users report slight delay or jerks while shifting gears, especially in traffic.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹8,000–₹60,000 | Affected Years: 2020-2023 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Delayed gear shift, Jerks while accelerating.
A knocking or clunking sound is heard when driving over potholes or speed breakers.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹5,000–₹40,000 | Affected Years: 2020-2024 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Clunk noise, Rough ride.
Many users notice high-pitched noise when braking at low speeds.
Severity: low | Repair Cost: ₹2,000–₹15,000 | Affected Years: 2020-2024 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Squeaking noise, Noise while braking.
Steering starts vibrating when driving above 80-100 km/h.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹1,500–₹12,000 | Affected Years: 2020-2024 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Vibration in steering, Uneven handling.
The touchscreen sometimes hangs or becomes slow.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹0–₹30,000 | Affected Years: 2020-2023 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Screen freeze, Slow response.
Car battery drains even when vehicle is not used frequently.
Severity: high | Repair Cost: ₹4,000–₹20,000 | Affected Years: 2020-2024 | Frequency: Occasional
Common symptoms: Dead battery, Slow start.
Air conditioning is weak, especially in hot weather.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹2,000–₹25,000 | Affected Years: 2020-2024 | Frequency: Common
Common symptoms: Weak cooling, Warm air.
Doors sometimes don’t lock/unlock using key or button.
Severity: medium | Repair Cost: ₹3,000–₹20,000 | Affected Years: 2020-2024 | Frequency: Occasional
Common symptoms: Lock not responding, Partial locking.
Water enters inside the car during heavy rain or washing.
Severity: high | Repair Cost: ₹5,000–₹50,000 | Affected Years: 2020-2023 | Frequency: Rare
Common symptoms: Wet carpets, Water smell.
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