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2023 Land Rover Defender: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2023 Land Rover Defender is the arrival of the longer Defender 130, which adds a third row and seating for up to eight. The Defender 90 and 110 largely carry over.
About the 2023 Land Rover Defender
Current L663 generation; fourth model year for Defender 90/110 in the U.S., and first year for the longer Defender 130 body style.
Land Rover positions the Defender as a premium adventure SUV that still does real hard-duty 4x4 work. It is meant to feel equally at home on rough trails, tow jobs, family trips, and daily driving, which is what separates it from softer luxury SUVs. The core appeal is simple: real low-range off-road capability, standout design, strong towing and wading ability, and a cabin that mixes rugged, easy-clean ideas with upscale materials and modern screens.
The mainstream S trim spans the Defender 90, 110, and new 130 bodies, while the First Edition presents the 130 as a premium family hauler with eight seats, a panoramic glass roof, and an 11.4-inch touchscreen. The X emphasizes luxury and off-road technology, while the V8 and Carpathian Edition use a 518-hp supercharged V8 for a stronger performance focus.
What changed, by category
Structural
The longer, three-row Defender 130 joins the 90 and 110 body styles, expanding seating capacity to as many as eight people.
Styling
Two heritage-themed models join the lineup. The 30th Anniversary Edition features 18-inch steel wheels and a white powder-coated cabin crossbeam, while the 75th Limited Edition marks Land Rover's 75th anniversary.
Tech
On the SE trim, heated front seats and cooled seats move from optional to standard equipment.
2023 Land Rover Defender specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter / 6-Cyl, MHEV, Turbo, 3.0 Liter | 6-Cyl, MHEV, 3.0 Liter / 6-Cyl, MHEV, Turbo, 3.0 Liter | 6-Cyl, MHEV, 3.0 Liter / 6-Cyl, MHEV, Turbo, 3.0 Liter | V8, Supercharged, 5.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 6-Cyl, MHEV, Turbo, 3.0 Liter / 6-Cyl, MHEV, 3.0 Liter | 6-Cyl, MHEV, Turbo, 3.0 Liter | V8, Supercharged, 5.0 Liter | 6-Cyl, MHEV, 3.0 Liter / 6-Cyl, MHEV, Turbo, 3.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 17–18 mpg | 17–18 mpg | 17–18 mpg | 14–15 mpg | 17 mpg | 17–18 mpg | 17 mpg | 14–15 mpg | 18 mpg | 17 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 20–21 mpg | 21–23 mpg | 21–23 mpg | 19 mpg | 20 mpg | 21–23 mpg | 21 mpg | 19 mpg | 23 mpg | 20 mpg |
| Horsepower | 296 hp | 395 hp | 395 hp | 518 hp | 296 hp | 395 hp | 395 hp | 518 hp | 395 hp | 296 hp |
| Torque | 295–347 lb-ft | 406 lb-ft | 406 lb-ft | 461 lb-ft | 295 lb-ft | 406 lb-ft | 406 lb-ft | 461 lb-ft | 406 lb-ft | 295 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 7716–8200 lb | 8200–8201 lb | 8200–8201 lb | 7716–8201 lb | 7716 lb | 8200–8201 lb | 8200 lb | 7716–8201 lb | 7716 lb | |
| Trunk/Cargo | 58.3–78.8 cu-ft | 58.3–78.8 cu-ft | 58.3–78.8 cu-ft | 58.3–78.8 cu-ft | 78.8 cu-ft | 58.3–78.8 cu-ft | 76.1 cu-ft | 58.3–78.8 cu-ft | 58.3–78.8 cu-ft | 78.8 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 36.6–39.1 in | 36.6–39.1 in | 36.6–39.1 in | 36.6 in | 39.1 in | 36.6–39.1 in | 36.6 in | 36.6 in | 36.6 in | |
| Seats | 6–8 | 6–8 | 6–8 | 6–7 | 7 | 6–8 | 8 | 6–7 | 6–7 | 7 |
| Doors | 2–4 | 2–4 | 2–4 | 2–4 | 4 | 2–4 | 4 | 2–4 | 2–4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||||||||||
| Alarm System | ||||||||||
| Automatic High Beams | ||||||||||
| Automatic Leveling Headlights | ||||||||||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||||||||||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||||||||||
| 360 Camera | ||||||||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||||||||
| Fog Lights | ||||||||||
| Heated Windshield | ||||||||||
| LED Headlights | ||||||||||
| Panorama Moon Roof | ||||||||||
| Roof Rails | ||||||||||
| Side Steps | ||||||||||
| Tow Hooks | ||||||||||
| Trailer Hitch Receiver | ||||||||||
| Navigation System | ||||||||||
| Premium Audio | ||||||||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||||||||
| 4-Zone Automatic Air Conditioning | ||||||||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | ||||||||||
| Cooled Seats | ||||||||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||||||||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||||||||
| Heated Rear Seats | ||||||||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||||||||||
| Leather Interior Trim | ||||||||||
| Leather Seats | ||||||||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | ||||||||||
| Memory Front Seats | ||||||||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||||||||
| Refrigerator/Cooler | ||||||||||
| Third Row Seat | ||||||||||
| Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel | ||||||||||
| Tri-Zone Automatic Air Conditioning | ||||||||||
| Wood Interior Trim | ||||||||||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2023 Land Rover Defender?
The biggest change is the new Defender 130 body style. It is longer than the Defender 90 and 110, has three rows, and seats up to eight people.
Is the 2023 Land Rover Defender a full redesign?
No. The 2023 Defender remains part of the same generation, but the new long-body Defender 130 expands the family alongside the existing 90 and 110.
What is the 2023 Defender 30th Anniversary Edition?
The 30th Anniversary Edition is a new limited-run Defender 110 created for North America. It uses a 296-hp turbocharged four-cylinder engine and heritage details such as 18-inch steel wheels and a white powder-coated cabin crossbeam.
What is the 2023 Defender 75th Limited Edition?
The 75th Limited Edition is a new heritage model celebrating 75 years of Land Rover. It pairs a 395-hp mild-hybrid six-cylinder engine with an 11.4-inch touchscreen, surround-view camera, head-up display, and upgraded lighting and audio.
How did the 2023 Defender trim lineup change?
The 30th Anniversary Edition and 75th Limited Edition join the lineup, and the XS Edition name changes to First Edition. The V8 Bond Edition, X-Dynamic HSE, and X-Dynamic S do not continue for 2023.
2023 Land Rover Defender Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2023 Land Rover Defender.
4.4
2023 Land Rover Defender
(1,294 reviews)
“Happy with purchase. Good technology inside. Well-built. Refined. Gas mileage not great at 17.7 average so far.”
“I am not a fan of the front headlights...based on previous Land Rover relationship with Ford, Defender lights look just like Ford Bronco. Also, would prefer a hidden gas tank and more stylish exhaust pipes.”
Sources
- landroverusa.com — Our Story / News / Defender 130
- landroverusa.com — Our Story / News / Defender 30Th Anniversary Edition
- media.landrover.com — 2022 / 09 / New Defender Honors Its Lineage 75Th Limited Edition
- media.landrover.com — 2023 / 04 / Defender Line Grows Host New Offerings Including Luxurious Defender 130 Outbound
- landroverusa.com — Our Story / News / new 2022 defender V8 special editions
- media.landrover.com — 2021 / 02 / Land Rover Reveals New Defender V8 And Exclusive Special Editions 2022