Last updated August 4, 2026
The Defender lineup starts with S and Standard, which deliver the core boxy design and serious four-wheel-drive hardware. SE, X-Dynamic S, and X-Dynamic SE add a darker, tougher-looking middle ground, while HSE and X-Dynamic HSE emphasize leather, ventilated seats, and on-road comfort. The special-edition branch includes the 30th Anniversary, 75th Limited, First Edition, Outbound, Sedona Red, Trophy, and XS; these versions focus on heritage, cargo carrying, launch-year appeal, or expedition style rather than following one equipment formula. X is the luxury-focused regular trim. Carpathian Edition, V8, and V8 Bond Edition form the traditional supercharged-V8 performance branch. OCTA, OCTA Black, and OCTA Edition One use a newer twin-turbo V8, 6D Dynamics suspension, and more specialized cabin treatments.
This trim level—S and Standard—is the straightforward Defender, known for recognizable styling, useful everyday equipment, and genuine off-road hardware.
Best for: Drivers who want the essential Defender experience without paying for appearance themes, extra luxury, or V8 performance.
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This trim level—SE, X-Dynamic S, and X-Dynamic SE—is the rugged-looking middle ground, known for darker details and stronger cabin and audio content.
Best for: Drivers who want more personality and comfort than the basic Defender without moving to the luxury-focused X or dedicated performance trims.
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Adds a more assertive appearance and upgraded cabin and audio treatment over the Base Model; power ranges from the familiar six-cylinder to a V8 in certain SE examples.
70 in stockThis trim level—HSE and X-Dynamic HSE—is the plush six-cylinder Defender, known for combining rugged character with a more comfort-focused cabin.
Best for: Drivers who want Defender trail ability but place a higher priority on leather, seat comfort, and long-distance refinement.
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Adds Windsor leather, ventilated front seats, a panoramic roof, and richer audio over the Mid-Level trim.
7 in stockThis trim level—30th Anniversary, 75th Limited, First Edition, Outbound, Sedona Red, Trophy, and XS—collects purpose-built versions known for heritage, cargo, launch, or expedition themes.
Best for: Drivers who want a Defender with a distinct story or mission rather than a conventional step up the equipment ladder.
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Adds limited-run styling and specialized packaging tied to heritage, cargo carrying, launch-year equipment, or expedition use rather than one uniform comfort upgrade.
7 in stockThis trim level—X—is the luxury-focused regular Defender, known for pairing richer materials with stronger trail technology.
Best for: Drivers who want a richly equipped, non-special-edition Defender without moving into the V8 performance branches.
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Returns to a consistent regular-line package and adds a richer cabin, heated and cooled memory seats, and Adaptive Off-Road Cruise Control over the varied Special Editions.
5 in stockThis trim level—Carpathian Edition, V8, and V8 Bond Edition—is the traditional V8 Defender, known for stronger acceleration, a louder character, and dedicated performance tuning.
Best for: Drivers who want supercharged-V8 sound and speed while keeping the Defender's practical shape and off-road ability.
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Replaces the X's six-cylinder focus with a supercharged V8, stronger performance tuning, and a more aggressive exhaust and appearance treatment.
4 in stockThis trim level—OCTA, OCTA Black, and OCTA Edition One—is the specialized performance-and-luxury branch, known for desert-ready chassis hardware and a richly finished cabin.
Best for: Drivers seeking the newer OCTA performance package, specialized suspension, and a more distinctive cabin than the traditional V8 models provide.
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Moves beyond the traditional supercharged V8 with a twin-turbo mild-hybrid V8, 6D Dynamics suspension, specialized performance seats, and OCTA-specific body and cabin treatments.
0 in stock| Feature | Top Tier | Mid-Level | Base Model | Premium Comfort | Ultimate Luxury | High Performance | Special Editions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Includes | SE, X-Dynamic S, X-Dynamic SE70 in stock | S, Standard46 in stock | HSE, X-Dynamic HSE7 in stock | OCTA, OCTA Black, OCTA Edition One0 in stock | Carpathian Edition, V8, V8 Bond Edition4 in stock | 30th Anniversary Edition, 75th Limited Edition, First Edition, Outbound, Sedona Red, Trophy Edition, XS Edition7 in stock | |
| Engine setup | 3.0L mild-hybrid turbo six | Typically 3.0L mild-hybrid turbo six; some SEs use a 5.0L supercharged V8 | 2.0L turbo four or 3.0L mild-hybrid turbo six | 3.0L mild-hybrid turbo six | 4.4L twin-turbo mild-hybrid V8 | 5.0L supercharged V8 | Mostly 3.0L mild-hybrid turbo six; 30th Anniversary uses a 2.0L turbo four |
| Horsepower | 395 hp | 395 hp with six-cylinder; 493 hp with V8 | 296 hp with four-cylinder; 395 hp with six-cylinder | — | 626 hp on OCTA Edition One | 493 hp in Defender 130; 518 hp in 90 and 110 | 395 hp with six-cylinder; 296 hp in 30th Anniversary |
| Front-seat treatment | 14-way heated and cooled Windsor leather and Kvadrat seats | Resist upholstery; some SEs have heated and cooled leather | S: 12-way power memory seats | Ventilated Windsor leather seats | Body and Soul performance seats; upholstery varies by OCTA version | Windsor leather and Kvadrat; some versions add 14-way heated and cooled seats | Varies by edition, from grained leather to heated and cooled Windsor leather |
| Chassis and trail tech | Adaptive Off-Road Cruise Control | AWD and two-speed transfer case; some versions add air suspension and an active differential | Terrain Response, AWD, and two-speed transfer case | Comfort-focused six-cylinder setup with Defender trail capability | 6D Dynamics suspension; Edition One adds OCTA Mode | Active differential and performance-focused Dynamic Program on core V8 versions | AWD and two-speed transfer case; select editions add Terrain Response 2 or air suspension |
| Design or mission | Luxury-focused regular trim | Darker X-Dynamic appearance | Classic, straightforward Defender | Rugged look with a comfort-focused cabin | OCTA performance bodywork with standard, blacked-out, or launch-edition details | V8 attitude with Carpathian or Bond themes on special versions | Heritage, cargo, launch, or expedition themes |
| Audio | Meridian Surround Sound System | Meridian Surround Sound System | Meridian Sound System | 15-speaker Meridian surround sound | Meridian Surround Sound System | Meridian Surround Sound System | Meridian audio; surround sound on select editions |
| City/highway fuel economy | 17/18–19 mpg | Six-cylinder: 17/18–19 mpg; V8: 14/18 mpg | Four-cylinder: 18/22 mpg; six-cylinder: 17/19 mpg | — | 15/19 mpg | 14–15/18–19 mpg, depending on body | 17/18–19 mpg with six-cylinder |
Standard was the simpler entry Defender 110 in earlier years, with a 296-hp four-cylinder, all-wheel drive, low-range gearing, and essential trail hardware. S became the entry trim in newer lineups and adds a broader mix of comfort, camera, audio, and driver-assistance equipment.
In recent years, X-Dynamic SE mainly adds a tougher-looking dark exterior theme, hard-wearing Resist upholstery, and stronger surround audio. It keeps the S trim’s touchscreen, all-wheel drive, low-range gearing, surround-view camera, and adaptive cruise control.
These names vary by era. In the 2022 lineup, X-Dynamic S was a Defender 90-only, six-cylinder entry to the darker X-Dynamic family. X-Dynamic SE sat above it with a fuller equipment set while keeping the same rugged visual theme.
On early modern Defenders, both were comfort-focused six-cylinder trims. HSE emphasized leather, a panoramic roof, upgraded headlights, and driver aids. X-Dynamic HSE added the darker X-Dynamic look, hard-wearing cabin accents, ventilated seats, and surround audio.
The X is the more luxury-focused choice. On newer models, it adds richer Windsor leather and Kvadrat upholstery, 14-way heated and cooled memory seats, upgraded interior trim, and adaptive off-road cruise control. X-Dynamic SE is the simpler rugged-looking middle trim.
Pick based on character. The X is the richly equipped six-cylinder trim, with premium materials and advanced trail technology. The V8 uses a supercharged 5.0-liter engine, quad exhaust outlets, and performance-focused tuning for shoppers who care more about speed and sound.
The V8 is the traditional performance Defender, built around a supercharged 5.0-liter engine. OCTA, introduced for 2025, uses a 4.4-liter twin-turbo mild-hybrid V8 and a hydraulically linked 6D Dynamics suspension designed for faster, more controlled off-road driving.
No major mechanical difference is described. OCTA Black uses the same twin-turbo mild-hybrid V8 and 6D Dynamics suspension as OCTA. Its distinction is an extended black exterior treatment and a darker, black-focused cabin.
OCTA Edition One is the 2025-only launch version of OCTA, not a separate performance step. It pairs OCTA’s 626-hp V8 and 6D Dynamics suspension with chopped carbon-fiber details, special performance seats, a raised ride height, and a wider body.
The Outbound is for shoppers who need cargo room more than a third seating row. This five-seat Defender 130 uses the long body for substantially more gear space while retaining a mild-hybrid six-cylinder engine, all-wheel drive, cameras, and adventure-focused hardware.
Trophy Edition is an expedition-themed Defender 110 with more than special graphics. It adds Windsor leather, heated and cooled memory front seats, surround audio, an electronic active differential, and configurable terrain settings beneath its black hood and Trophy badging.
The 30th Anniversary Edition is a North American heritage model inspired by the 1993 Defender 110 First Edition. It favors a classic, utility-minded look with a 296-hp four-cylinder, white interior cross beam, Ebony leather seats, and 18-inch steel wheels.
The 75th Limited Edition combines heritage styling with substantial equipment. It uses a 395-hp mild-hybrid six-cylinder and includes a surround-view camera, configurable terrain settings, premium LED headlights, an 11.4-inch touchscreen, Meridian audio, and a head-up display.
No. The names belong to different limited-run roles. The Defender 130 First Edition introduced the long body as a richly equipped eight-seater, while the earlier XS Edition was a six-cylinder, 110-only special with air suspension, cooled seats, three-zone climate control, and a digital rearview mirror.