2023 Land Rover Defender SE
Discover adventure and luxury in this gray 2023 Land Rover Defender 130 SE AWD SUV. Powered by a robust 3.0L Turbo I6 engine with a mild hybrid system and 8-speed shiftable automatic, this Defender offers both impressive performance and efficiency. Enjoy the confidence of full-time AWD, adaptive speed limiting, front automatic emergency braking, lane keeping assist, blind spot integration, and a surround view camera system for superior safety. Inside, you'll find three rows of seating, heated and cooled power-adjustable front seats, leather upholstery, a panoramic sunroof, and customizable digital displays including a 12.3-inch instrument cluster and 11.4-inch PIVI Pro infotainment screen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Connectivity features like Wi-Fi hotspot, Bluetooth, and a Meridian premium sound system enhance every drive. Convenience abounds with power folding mirrors, proximity entry, power liftgate, multiple USB and USB-C outlets, and smart device app functions. Whether you're tackling city streets or off-road trails with hill descent assist and adjustable air suspension, this Defender is ready for any journey. Visit us to experience it firsthand!
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Editor's notes
The Land Rover Defender recently returned to the U.S. market as an all-new model after a long hiatus. The Defender retains its reputation as an exceptional off-road SUV while being a thoroughly modern and high-tech midsize luxury SUV. One of our only complaints is its unimpressive fuel economy rating.
With three body styles, three engine choices, and several trims and option packages available, the Defender is a highly customizable SUV. Land Rover lets you option your Defender precisely to your liking and prioritize luxury, off-road capability, or any combination you’d like of the two natures of the Defender.
The Land Rover Defender has few direct rivals. You could say it competes with the other big names in off-road royalty: the Jeep Wrangler and Ford Bronco. However, the Defender is bigger, more luxurious, and more expensive than those SUVs. The closest competitor to the Defender in the world of luxury SUVs outside of Land Rover’s own lineup would be the Lexus GX, which is a robust off-roader, but it’s very dated.
The big news for 2023 is the late-summer arrival of the new Defender 130, with a body extended in length by 13.4 inches. This adds to the vehicle’s load capacity and makes for three rows of adult-size seating in a 2/3/3 configuration.
Available as an S, SE, X-Dynamic SE, X, or First Edition model, the new Defender 130 is powered by a turbocharged 296-horsepower mild-hybrid inline-6 or another 3.0-liter 6-cylinder that puts out 395 horsepower. While we expected the new 130 to be equipped with a V8, both available 6-cylinder engines produce good torque at low rpm.
Pros
- Outstanding off-road capabilities
- Roomy seating
- Tons of cargo space in 4-door model
Cons
- Poor fuel economy
- Some sub-par interior materials
- Land Rover reliability