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John Bedrow 

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Updated on February 11, 2025

2022 Land Rover Defender 110S

Powered by a 2.0L turbocharged inline-4 engine, it delivers 296 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque, paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission. Our user here got a rather slow 0-60 mph time of 8.42 seconds.

 

real world 0-60 of defender 110

 

Although, its more than enough for confident highway merging and light trail adventures.  

 

Specification 2022 Land Rover Defender 110S
Horsepower 296 hp
0-60 mph Time 8.42 seconds
Top Speed 117 mph
Engine Type 2.0L Turbo I4
Torque 295 lb-ft
Transmission 8-speed automatic
Curb Weight 4,850 lbs

2023 Land Rover Defender 130S

The 2023 Land Rover Defender 130S takes things up a notch with its 3.0L inline-6 mild hybrid engine, producing 395 horsepower and 406 lb-ft of torque. This setup helped our user rocket the 130S to 60 mph in just 6.31 seconds, making it one of the quicker options in the Defender lineup.

 

real world 0-60 of defender 130

 

 

Specification 2023 Land Rover Defender 130S
Horsepower 395 hp
0-60 mph Time 6.31 seconds
Top Speed 130 mph
Engine Type 3.0L I6 Mild Hybrid
Torque 406 lb-ft
Transmission 8-speed automatic
Curb Weight 5,600 lbs

 

What's the real-world 0-60 mph time of the Land Rover Defender?

Based on our user submitted videos, expect the Defender 110 and 130 to do 60 mph in 6.3 to 8.4 seconds. The V8 version can reach 60 mph in just 3.8 seconds as per Land Rover.

How Can I Get the best 0-60 mph in my Land Rover Defender?

Things like adjusting tire pressure, using premium fuel, testing at night when temps are cooler, and removing excess stuff from the car could improve the 0-60 mph time. Always test 60 mph on closed courses using proper safety gear.

What can I do to make my Land Rover Defender go quicker?

As per Defender2, You have to Move the selector to Sport. Select 1st (it will auto change up as the vehicle speed increases), Hard left foot brake, Floor the accelerator, Wait for revs to settle

And finally, Release the brake pedal.

What Are some of the quicker Land Rover Defender alternatives?

The Cayenne Turbo S, and G-Wagon seems plausible with their 500+Hp and fantastic offroad chops. The much more affordable Ford Bronco Raptor also gets the job done with its 400 hp V6.

 

Land Rover Defender

    Car
    Engine
    0-60 MPH
    Top Speed
    		SourceCompare
    		2.0L 4cyl 8A6.7 sec-
    		2.0L 4cyl Turbo Inline 4 8A6.7 sec119 mph
    		2.0L 4cyl Turbo Inline 4 8A7.3 sec118 mph
    		2.0L 4cyl Turbo inline 4 8A7.6 sec110 mph
    		2.0L 4cyl Turbo Inline 4 8A7.7 sec119 mph

    Trim Wise 0-60

    Trims
    Configuration
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    		SourceCompare

    90

    Ranked #1

    		5.0L 8cyl 4WD 8A4.4 sec12.9 sec149 mph

    Carpathian Edition

    Ranked #1

    		5.0L 8cyl 4WD 8A4.4 sec12.9 sec149 mph

    110

    Ranked #2

    		5.0L 8cyl 4WD 8A5.1 sec13.6 sec149 mph

    SE

    Ranked #2

    		5.0L 8cyl 4WD 8A5.1 sec13.6 sec149 mph

    Base

    Ranked #3

    		5.0L 8cyl 4WD 8A5.4 sec14 sec119 mph

    X Dynamic SE

    Ranked #4

    		3.0L 6cyl 4WD 8A5.7 sec14.1 sec119 mph

    Competitor's 0-60

      Car Name
      0-60 MPH
      Quarter Mile
      Top Speed
      		SourceCompare
      		6.7 sec--
      		3.6 sec--
      2024 Audi Q5

      Ranked #2

      		5.5 sec14.2 sec129 mph
      		5.9 sec14.4 sec150 mph
      		6.2 sec14.9 sec112 mph
      2024 BMW X3

      Ranked #5

      		6.4 sec15 sec126 mph

      Other Land Rover Cars

        Car Name
        Engine
        0-60 MPH
        Top Speed
        		SourceCompare
        		3.0L 6cyl 8A5.5 sec150 mph
        		2.0L 4cyl 8A7.1 sec135 mph -
        		---

        At Carhp, We make sure to deliver the most precise and reliable 0-60 mph timings sourced from a carefully curated selection of reputable sources. Our commitment to accuracy ensures that the 0-60 mph figures listed on our site truly represent the real-world performance capabilities of the vehicles. It's important to note that our comprehensive database comprises data from various sources, and factors such as vehicle weight, tire grip, road conditions, and altitude may influence these figures.