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Land Rover Deleted This Defender's Spare Wheel For Better Visibility

The optional spare-wheel removal kit is exclusive to the smallest Defender, the three-door 90.

By Adrian Padeanu

Official - Oct 19

Land Rover Puts A 405-HP V8 Into Classic Defender, Seriously

Land Rover Defender 90 and 110 owners can unlock a 405-horsepower V8, suspension and brake upgrades, and specialist installation in selected markets.

By Brian Potter

Classics - Sep 25

John Mayer Turns Defender Paints Into Limited Guitars

PRS Silver Sky and John Mayer blend Land Rover Defender heritage and modern shades into eight finishes split between US-made and SE models.

By Brian Potter

Design - Sep 24

Jaguar Land Rover Plans US Defender Pickup Built With Stellantis, Sources Say

Jaguar Land Rover and Stellantis are weighing a Defender pickup built in the US, avoiding tariffs while key platform and timing decisions remain open.

By Brian Potter

Rumors - Sep 15

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Latest reviews

The Defender Octa Is Land Rover At Its Best: Review

The Defender Octa is essentially a supercar for off-road adventure.

By Jeff Glucker

New Car Reviews - Jan 9

The Land Rover Defender County Edition Wasn't Made for the City

It’s a little stiff, a lot thirsty, and a bit impractical if you're not traversing the British countryside.

By Victoria Scott

New Car Reviews - Jul 25 2024

The Land Rover Defender Finally Won Me Over

All it took was an $85,000 special trim.

By Jeff Perez

New Car Reviews - May 14 2024

One Big Thing About The 2023 Land Rover Defender 130: Off-Roading For Eight

The three-row Defender 130 is still capable, yet more comfortable with extra passenger and cargo space.

By Jeff Perez

New Car Reviews - Sep 14 2023

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Latest features

Yes, There's Actually A Reason Jeeps Have Spare Tires On The Back

It's not just for looks: here's why rugged SUVs still use this old-school design and why some are moving away from it.

By Dan Mihalascu

Motor101 - Sep 17

Need Space? These 2026 SUVs Have the Roomiest Third Rows

From an electric Hyundai to a massive Lincoln—these SUVs have the most room in their third rows for 2026.

By Chris Tsui

Lists - Dec 18 2025

15 Best New Sleeper Cars You Can Buy In 2024

Speedy SUVs, powerful performance pickups, and a few underrated sedans.

By Chris Bruce

Lists - Feb 27 2024

Motor1.com Test Car Happy Hour #49: Rolls-Royce Spectre, Lexus RZ, Land Rover Defender 130, Aston Martin DB12

The Lexus RZ and Rolls Spectre are two very, very different EVs. Plus, we have Defender 130 three-row SUV, and the DB12 grand tourer.

By Chris Bruce

Podcast - Jul 6 2023

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Latest video

Motor1.com Test Car Happy Hour #49: Rolls-Royce Spectre, Lexus RZ, Land Rover Defender 130, Aston Martin DB12

Podcast

Jul 6 2023

New Land Rover Defender 130 Has Zero Problems Towing 7,300 LBS Trailer

Off-Road

Jan 19 2023



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Land Rover Range Rover Battles Defender For Off-Road Dominance

Off-Road

Dec 8 2022



05:16

Hardcore Defender V8 Flying Around The Nurburgring Caught On Video

Spy Shots

Aug 5 2022



09:13

Can Dodge Durango Hellcat Beat Land Rover Defender V8 In A Drag Race?

Races and Chases

Jun 18 2022

NY Auto Show Debuts, An Off-Road Drag Race: RAC #68

Podcast

Apr 22 2022

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Land Rover Defender Classic: Works V8 conversion
Sep 25



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Land Rover, John Mayer, PRS Guitars Silver Sky Defender Color Collection
Sep 24



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Land Rover Defender Wolf Series II Military Vehicle
Sep 9



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2027 Land Rover Defender OCTA
Jul 8



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2026 Land Rover Defender Octa Review
Jan 9



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SUVs With the Roomiest Third Rows 2026
Dec 18 2025

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