The short wheelbase Land Rover Defender 90 is now available in South Africa!

The new Land Rover Defender 110 appears to be a hit in South Africa. Following its arrival in Mzansi in 2020, many examples have been spotted hopping curbs all over the country.

Now though, the local Defender range has expanded with the arrival of the 3-door, short-wheelbase Defender 90.

What trim levels are offered on the Land Rover Defender 90?

The Defender 90 comes to market with 3 trim levels and a special Launch Edition.

Buyers have the choice between the base S specification, X Dynamic, First Edition and the range-topping Defender X.

The Defender S is fitted with standard features such as LED headlights (with automatic high beam assist), keyless entry, Ebony grained leather (with woven textile facings) and a 10-inch Pivi Pro infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The Defender S is also equipped with Terrain Response, 3D surround camera, emergency braking lane keep assist, 360-degree parking assistance, wade sensing and a driver condition monitor.

The Defender X-Dynamic is distinguished by Narvik Black gloss for the door and wheel arch cladding and is fitted with Silicon Satin skid pans. Durable Robustec material is found on the seat ribbons and console and this material is designed to survive the rigors of the outdoors and serves to protect high-wear areas. The Defender X-Dynamic is offered in SE and HSE specification.

The Defender X gains gloss balck inset contrast bonnet with gloss black claddings. Front and rear skid pans and other details are finished in a Starlight Satin finish. This derivative is also identified by its Orange brake calipers. Inside, the dashboard cross beam is finished in a dark grey powder coat brushed finish and the door sill tread plates feature ‘Defender’ lettering. The Defender X is also equipped with air suspension and an electronic active rear differential, Terrain Response 2, a sliding panoramic sunroof, Matrix LED headlights, 14-way heated/cooled seats, heads-up display and Land Rover’s ClearSight rearview mirror.

The Defender Launch Edition is available for one year after launch and can be had in Pangea Green, Gondwana Stone or Hakuba Silver and is fitted with a folding fabric sunroof, air suspension, 12-way heated seats, electrically adjusted steering column, ClearSight rearview mirror and 20-inch alloy wheels.

Accessory Packs are also available tobuyers.

Land Rover also offers 4 accessory packs to kit out your Defender. The Explorer Pack includes a 132 kg roof rack, 24-litre side gear carrier, matte black bonnet decal and wheel arch protection.

An Adventure Pack includes a portable rinse system, 20-litre seat backpack, rear scuff plate, mudflaps, spare wheel cover, integrated air compressor and a 24-litre side-mounted gear carrier.

The Country Pack includes Classic font and rear mudflaps, loadspace partition, wheel arch protection, scuff plate and a portable rinse system.

Lastly, the Urban Pack offers metal pedals, rear scuff plate, spare wheel cover and front under shield protection.

What engines are offered in the Land Rover Defender 90?

Petrol and diesel engines power the Defender 90.

A total of 4 engines are offered in the Defender 90 including 2 petrol engines and 2 diesel engines.

A 2.0-litre P300 turbopetrol engine is offered with 221 kW and 400 Nm or buyers can opt for the more potent P400 3.0-litre, 6-cylinder option with Mild Hybrid Technology which offers 294 kW and 550 Nm.

On the diesel front, buyers can opt for the D240 2.0-litre turbodiesel engine with 177 kW and 430 Nm or the D300 with 221kW and 650 Nm.

What does the Land Rover Defender 90 cost in South Africa?

Defender 90 D240 S – R1 095 600

Defender 90 D300 S – R1 186 800

Defender 90 P300 S – R1 095 600

Defender 90 P400 S – R1 214 200

Defender 90 D240 X-Dynamic SE – R1 215 500

Defender 90 D300 X-Dynamic SE – R1 297 000

Defender 90 P300 X-Dynamic SE – R1 215 500

Defender 90 P400 X-Dynamic SE – R1 338 600

Defender 90 D240 X-Dynamic HS – R1 284 400

Defender 90 D300 X-Dynamic HSE – R1 365 900

Defender 90 P300 X-Dynamic HSE – R1 284 400

Defender 90 P400 X-Dynamic HSE – R1 407 500

Defender 90 D240 First Edition – R1 223 800

Defender 90 P400 First Edition – R1 341 700

Defender 90 D300 X – R1 542 100

Defender 90 P400 X – R1 575 000

The Land Rover Defender is sold with a 5-year/100 000kmwarranty and a 5-year/100 000km maintenance plan.

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