The four-door Defender is a big, heavy vehicle that’s as tall and wide as some full-size SUVs. We’re looking forward to testing the Defender off-road in the future, but for now this review covers what it’s like as a daily driver. We weren’t able to test the Defender off-road, but judging by the number of Land Rovers we see cruising around Chicago and its suburbs, the urban jungle is as natural a Land Rover habitat as an actual jungle. The as-tested price of our SE version was $72,180, while the First Edition’s as-tested price was $66,475 (prices include a $1,350 destination charge). ![]() We also spent some time in a 2021 two-door First Edition. Our primary test vehicle was a 2020 four-door SE trim level with the optional mild-hybrid drivetrain, which features an inline-six-cylinder engine that’s both turbocharged and supercharged. The Defender is offered in two-door (90) and four-door (110) form. Related: Land Rover Defender: Is the 3-Row Version Any Good? for the 1997 model year, “Defender” is a legendary Land Rover nameplate that has embodied capability much the same way as Jeep’s “Wrangler.” More expensive than Land Rover’s entry-luxury compact SUVs but not as pricey as the brand’s family of Range Rover models, the Defender sits alongside the Discovery in Land Rover’s lineup. ![]() It’s also surprisingly nimble and refined on the street, though its design emphasizes ruggedness over traditional luxury cues. Versus the competition: For a mid-size luxury SUV, the Defender’s claimed off-road capabilities - including a 35.4-inch wading depth - are considerable. ![]() ![]() The verdict: The Defender delivers modern Land Rover SUV qualities, like impressive power and extensive off-road technology, in a distinctive shape that plays off the past.
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