# Land Rover Defender specs and mpg by year - **Latest year:** 2027 - **MPG (combined):** 17-18 - **Drive:** 4WD - **Years covered:** 2020-2027 ## Quick answer The 2027 Land Rover Defender is a midsize/large SUV rated at 17-18 mpg combined. Engines: 3.0L V6 turbo hybrid; 4.4L V8 turbo hybrid. ## Every 2027 Land Rover Defender version | Version | Engine | Drive | Transmission | City/Hwy | Combined | Fuel cost / year | CO2 | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Defender 130 Outbound | 3.0L V6 turbo hybrid | 4WD | Automatic | 17/19 | 18 mpg | $4,550 | 500 g/mi | | Defender 110 MHEV | 4.4L V8 turbo hybrid | 4WD | Automatic | 15/19 | 17 mpg | $4,850 | 534 g/mi | | Defender 110 Trophy MHEV | 3.0L V6 turbo hybrid | 4WD | Automatic | 17/18 | 17 mpg | $4,850 | 512 g/mi | Each row is a version the EPA tested. Fuel cost assumes 15,000 miles a year (55% city) at national average prices; CO2 is tailpipe emissions. ## Land Rover Defender specs by year | Year | Engines | Transmission | Drive | MPG (combined) | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 2027 | 3.0L V6 turbo hybrid; 4.4L V8 turbo hybrid | Automatic | 4WD | 17-18 | | 2026 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 5.0L V8 supercharged; 4.4L V8 turbo hybrid; 3.0L V6 turbo hybrid | Automatic | 4WD | 16-20 | | 2025 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 5.0L V8 supercharged; 3.0L V6 turbo hybrid; 4.4L V8 turbo hybrid | Automatic | 4WD | 16-19 | | 2024 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 3.0L V6 turbo hybrid; 5.0L V8 supercharged | Automatic | 4WD | 16-20 | | 2023 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 3.0L V6 turbo hybrid; 5.0L V8 supercharged | Automatic | 4WD | 16-20 | | 2022 | 3.0L V6 turbo hybrid; 5.0L V8 supercharged; 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic | 4WD | 16-19 | | 2021 | 3.0L V6 turbo hybrid; 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic | 4WD | 18-19 | | 2020 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 3.0L V6 turbo hybrid | Automatic | 4WD | 18-19 | EPA combined ratings. MPGe is the EPA efficiency measure for electric cars. Ranges cover every engine and drivetrain EPA tested for that year. ## How has the Defender changed over the years? - **2027:** dropped 2.0L 4-cyl turbo and 5.0L V8 supercharged. - **2026:** combined mpg went from 16-19 to 16-20. - **2025:** added 4.4L V8 turbo hybrid. - **2023:** combined mpg went from 16-19 to 16-20. - **2022:** added 5.0L V8 supercharged. ## What does it cost to run a Defender? The EPA puts the 2027 Land Rover Defender's fuel cost at **$4,550-$4,850 a year**, against about $2,961 for other current midsize/large SUVs: roughly 59% more. Over five years at 15,000 miles a year that is about $23,500 in fuel. ## Defender vs rivals | Model | Powertrains | Fuel economy | Fuel cost / year | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Jeep Cherokee](/vehicles/jeep-cherokee) | Hybrid | 37 mpg | $1,800 | | [Toyota Grand Highlander](/vehicles/toyota-grand-highlander) | Gas, Hybrid | 22-36 mpg | $1,850-$3,050 | | [Toyota Highlander](/vehicles/toyota-highlander) | Gas, Hybrid | 24-35 mpg | $1,900-$2,800 | | [Kia Telluride](/vehicles/kia-telluride) | Gas, Hybrid | 19-35 mpg | $1,900-$3,550 | | [Hyundai Palisade](/vehicles/hyundai-palisade) | Gas, Hybrid | 19-34 mpg | $1,950-$3,550 | | [Volvo XC90](/vehicles/volvo-xc90) | Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | 23-27 mpg | $3,050-$3,550 | | [Lexus TX](/vehicles/lexus-tx) | Gas, Hybrid | 23-27 mpg | $3,050-$3,550 | | [BMW X5](/vehicles/bmw-x5) | Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | 15-26 mpg | $3,150-$5,500 | Other current midsize/large SUVs from other makes, most efficient first. ## Frequently asked questions ### What mpg does the 2027 Land Rover Defender get? The 2027 Land Rover Defender is EPA-rated at 17-18 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain. Real-world mileage varies with speed, climate and load. ### What engine does the 2027 Land Rover Defender have? The 2027 Land Rover Defender comes with: 3.0L V6 turbo hybrid; 4.4L V8 turbo hybrid. It uses automatic transmission and is offered with 4WD. ### Is there a hybrid Land Rover Defender? Yes. The Land Rover Defender has been offered as a hybrid in some model years; the table above shows which. ### Which Land Rover Defender year gets the best gas mileage? In the EPA data, the 2026 Land Rover Defender has the highest combined rating, up to 20 mpg. Ratings for the same model can change between years when engines or test procedures change. ### How much does it cost to fuel a 2027 Land Rover Defender for a year? About $4,550-$4,850 a year, using the EPA's assumptions of 15,000 miles (55% city, 45% highway) at national average fuel prices. Your cost depends on your local prices, mileage and driving style. ### What is the city and highway mpg of the 2027 Land Rover Defender? The most efficient 2027 version, the Defender 130 Outbound, is rated 17 mpg city and 19 mpg highway (18 combined). Other engines and drivetrains are rated lower; the versions table above lists each one. ### How much CO2 does the 2027 Land Rover Defender emit? EPA rates its tailpipe CO2 at 500-534 grams per mile depending on version. Lower is better; the cleanest gas cars sit under 250 g/mi and electric cars have none at the tailpipe. ### Does the 2027 Land Rover Defender come with all-wheel drive? Yes. The 2027 Land Rover Defender is offered with 4WD. All- or four-wheel drive usually costs 1-3 mpg compared with the two-wheel-drive version of the same engine, as the versions table shows. ### Is the Land Rover Defender cheap to run compared with other midsize/large SUVs? No, dearer than average: its EPA annual fuel cost of $4,550-$4,850 compares with about $2,961 for other current midsize/large SUV models. Fuel is only part of running costs; insurance, tires and repairs also differ. ## Sources - [fueleconomy.gov (US DOE and EPA)](https://www.fueleconomy.gov/) ## All Land Rover SUVs - [Land Rover Discovery](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/land-rover-discovery) - [Land Rover Range Rover](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/land-rover-range-rover) ## Other midsize/large SUVs - [Lexus GX](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lexus-gx) - [Lexus LX](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lexus-lx) - [Lexus TX](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lexus-tx) - [Lincoln Aviator](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lincoln-aviator) - [Lincoln Navigator](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lincoln-navigator) - [Lucid Gravity](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/lucid-gravity) ## Car care - [How long do tires last?](https://diagxcar.com/how-long/tires) - [How often to change oil](https://diagxcar.com/how-often/change-oil) - [Tire size calculator](https://diagxcar.com/tools/tire-size-calculator) --- Source page: https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/land-rover-defender Updated: 2026-11-03 General information, not a substitute for a qualified mechanic.