2024 Defender Performance

The 2024 Defender might be one of the best off-road vehicles available, but it provides surprisingly smooth rides on roads in Venice and Marina Del Rey. If you are interested in the 2024 Defender and want to know more about its performance specs, our guide is here for you! We review what the 2024 Defender V8 trims and other configurations can do, including their top speeds and fuel economy numbers. Let us know which 2024 Defender trim level you want to test drive in Santa Monica! If you have questions at any time, our friendly team will accommodate you.

2024 Defender Engine Specs

There are four 2024 Defender engine options, including a 5.0L P525 engine available on the 2024 Defender V8 trims. The horsepower, torque, towing capacity, fuel economy, and other engine specifications are all impressive, allowing you to get more from every drive in Malibu and the neighboring communities. Check out the specs for each engine below to see which stands out to you:

2.0L P300 i4 Gas

Available on: Defender 90 S, Defender 110 S

• 296 hp @ 4,000 rpm
• 295 lb-ft of torque @ 1,500-4,000 rpm
• Automatic transmission
• Maximum towing capacity: 7,716 pounds
• 18 city / 21 highway mpg
• Fuel capacity: 23.4 gallons
• Top speed: 119 mph
• 0-60 mph in 6.7 seconds

3.0L P300 I6 Gas MHEV

Available on: Defender 130 S

• 296 hp @ 4,800-6,600 rpm
• 347 lb-ft of torque @ 1,500-4,250 rpm
• Automatic transmission
• Maximum towing capacity: 8,201 pounds
• 17 city / 20 highway mpg
• Fuel capacity: 23.8 gallons
• Top speed: 119 mph
• 0-60 mph in 7.5 seconds

3.0L P400 I6 Gas MHEV

Available on: Defender 90 X Dynamic SE, Defender 110 X Dynamic SE, Defender 110 X, Defender 130 X Dynamic SE, Defender 130 X, Defender 130 Outbound

• 395 hp @ 5,500-6,500 rpm
• 406 lb-ft of torque @ 2,000-5,000 rpm
• Automatic transmission
• Maximum towing capacity: 8,201 pounds
• 17 city / 20 highway mpg
• Fuel capacity: 23.8 gallons
• Top speed: 119 mph
• 0-60 mph in 6.3 seconds

5.0L P525 Gas

Available on: Defender 90 V8, Defender 90 V8 Carpathian Edition, Defender 110 V8, Defender 110 V8 Carpathian Edition, Defender 130 V8

• 493 hp @ 6,000-6,500 rpm
• 450 lb-ft of torque @ 2,500-5,500 rpm
• Automatic transmission
• Maximum towing capacity: 8,201 pounds
• In-city / Highway mpg N/A from OEM
• Fuel capacity N/A from OEM
• Top speed: 149 mph
• 0-60 mph in 5.4 seconds

Test Drive the 2024 Defender at Land Rover Santa Monica

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