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Land Rover Defender 90 Works V8 5.0 V8 (405 Hp) AWD Automatic
Overall Rating
Land Rover Defender:
The Land Rover Defender is a series of British off-road cars and pickup trucks. They have four-wheel drive, and were developed in the 1980s from the Land Rover series which was launched at the Amsterdam Motor Show in April 1948. Following the 1989 introduction of the Land Rover Discovery, "Land Rover" became the name of a broader marque, no longer the name of a specific model; thus, in 1990, Land Rover renamed them Defender 90, Defender 110 and Defender 130 respectively....(Read more on Wikipedia)
90 Works V8 Overview:
Land Rover Defender (90 Works V8). With 515 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 5.8 s). The top speed reaches 171 km/h. A rugged vehicle built to handle rough terrains and challenging driving conditions. Seating for 2 makes it ideal for daily use.
5.0 V8 (405 Hp) AWD Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Exceptional performance for an off-road vehicle, delivering strong acceleration and ample power for both on-road thrills and challenging off-road conditions, thanks to its potent V8 engine.
Fuel Economy
As expected for a large naturally aspirated V8 in a heavy, aerodynamically challenged off-roader, fuel economy is poor. This engine prioritizes power and sound over efficiency.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exhilarating V8 performance and sound
- • Exceptional off-road capability
- • Exclusive and collectible limited edition
- • Iconic design and heritage
- • Improved interior and driving dynamics over standard Defender
Cons:
- • Very poor fuel economy
- • High purchase price and running costs
- • Dated safety features compared to modern SUVs
- • Limited availability
- • Still a rugged ride, not as refined as modern luxury SUVs
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(130: 1999 - 2001).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Land Rover |
| Model: | Defender |
| Generation: | 90 Works V8 |
| Modification (Engine): | 5.0 V8 (405 Hp) AWD Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2018 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Off-road vehicle |
| Seats: | 2 |
| Doors: | 3 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 405 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 81 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 515 Nm @ 5000 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 4999 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 92.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 93 mm mm |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 5.8 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 5.8 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 171 km/h |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 5.5 sec |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3894 mm mm [1169mm less] |
| Width: | 1790 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 2021 mm mm [14mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2360 mm mm [866mm less] |
| Front track: | 1486 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1486 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 8 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Cone worm with recirculation balls |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 265/65 R18 |
| Wheel rims size | 18 |
| Front suspension | Independent coil spring, Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Independent coil spring, Wishbone |
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