Defender V8 130 AWD
What the Defender V8 130 adds over the Defender S 90 (296 HP) (+$62,000)
| Spec | Defender S 90 (296 HP) | Defender V8 130 |
|---|---|---|
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 58.3 cu-ft | 89 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 15.6 cu-ft | 43.7 cu-ft |
| Curb weight (maximum) | 4570 lbs | 5885 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 4570 lbs | 5860 lbs |
| Aspiration | twin turbo | supercharged |
| Cylinder count | 4 | 8 |
| Engine displacement | 1997 cc | 5000 cc |
| Horsepower | 296 hp | 493 hp |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft | 450 lb-ft |
| Engine type (full description) | Ingenium 2.0 litre 4-cylinder Turbocharged Gas | 5.0 litre V8 Supercharged Gas |
| Ground clearance | 8.9 in | 8.5 in |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 6415 lbs | 7450 lbs |
| Front headroom | 40.6 in | 40.4 in |
| Second-row headroom | 38.6 in | 39 in |
| Front legroom | 39.1 in | 39 in |
| Second-row legroom | 36.6 in | 38.4 in |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $56,900 | $118,900 |
| Overall height | 77.5 in | 77.6 in |
| Overall length | 170.6 in | 200.8 in |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 38 ft | 42.1 ft |
| Wheelbase | 101.9 in | 119 in |
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitCargo
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 89 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 43.7 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 3rd row | 15.3 cu-ft |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 8.5 in |
| Overall height | 77.6 in |
| Overall length | 200.8 in |
| Overall width | 79.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 119 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | supercharged |
| Cylinder count | 8 |
| Engine displacement | 5000 cc |
| Engine type (full description) | 5.0 litre V8 Supercharged Gas |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 493 hp |
| Torque | 450 lb-ft |
Fuel System
| Fuel tank capacity | 23.8 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 40.4 in |
| Second-row headroom | 39 in |
| Third-row headroom | 38.9 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 39 in |
| Second-row legroom | 38.4 in |
| Third-row legroom | 31.6 in |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $118,900 |
Steering
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 42.1 ft |
Transmission
| Transmission type | automatic hybrid |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 5885 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 5860 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 7450 lbs |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitInterior3 std · 0 opt
- Maximum front/rear headroom with panoramic roof (in)
- Maximum front/rear headroom with standard roof (in)
- Maximum front/rear legroom (in)
Exterior4 std · 0 opt
- Height (in)
- Length (in)
- Width with mirrors folded (in)
- Width with mirrors out (in)
Powertrain10 std · 0 opt
- Acceleration 0-60 mph (secs)
- Capacity (cc)
- Drivetrain
- Engine
- Fuel tank capacity - usable (gallons)
- MSRP (USD)
- Maximum power (hp/rpm)
- Maximum torque (lb-ft/rpm)
- Top speed (mph)
- Transmission
Chassis17 std · 0 opt
- Approach Angle - off road
- Approach Angle - standard
- Curb weight from (lbs)
- Curb-to-curb (ft)
- Departure Angle - off road
- Departure Angle - standard
- Front wheel track (in)
- Gross vehicle weight from (lbs)
- Maximum wading depth (in)
- Ramp Angle - off road
- Ramp Angle - standard
- Rear wheel track (in)
- Ride height - off road (in)
- Ride height - standard (in)
- Turns lock-to-lock (no. of turns)
- Wall-to-wall (ft)
- Wheelbase (in)
Cargo14 std · 0 opt
- Cargo Height (in)
- Cargo Width (in)
- Length behind first row (in)
- Length behind second row (in)
- Length behind third row (in)
- Maximum coupling point (nose weight) (lbs)
- Maximum roof load (including cross bars) (lbs)
- Maximum towing (lbs)
- Maximum vehicle and trailer combination (GTW) (lbs)
- Unbraked trailer (lbs)
- Volume behind first row (cu. ft.)
- Volume behind second row (cu. ft.)
- Volume behind third row (cu. ft.)
- Width between arches (in)
Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.
Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2025 Defender. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the Defender V8 130
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2025 Land Rover Defender Defender V8 130?
The manufacturer lists $118,900 for the 2025 Land Rover Defender Defender V8 130. That is $62,000 above the Defender S 90 (296 HP), the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2025 Land Rover Defender Defender V8 130 add over the Defender S 90 (296 HP)?
Against the Defender S 90 (296 HP), 21 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.