2015 Land Rover Defender 90 Review – Long Live The King
When it comes to off-road ability, there’s only one yardstick – the Land Rover Defender. But while its ability in the rough is without question, there are still question marks over how it handles daily life.
It’s not the last word in refinement, nor is it the most comfortable or practical car there is. And the build quality is certainly below par. But put it in the right environment and it absolutely shines.
It’s a car that necessitates quite a few compromises, but, if you make them, you’ll begin to appreciate that old school is indeed cool.
Vehicle Style: Medium SUV
Price: $42,800 (plus on-roads) | $50,030 (as tested, plus on-roads)
Engine/trans: 90kW/360Nm 2.2 4cyl diesel | 6sp manual
Fuel Economy claimed: 10.0 l/100km | tested: 13.8 l/100km
OVERVIEW
“Fit for purpose.” The Land Rover Defender is the very definition of that phrase. In fact, it defines it so well that it excludes almost everything else.
Apart from comfortable front seats and electric front windows, luxuries are considered unnecessary frippery. It’s why you get an interior that is as Spartan as it looks.