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Land Rover Defender: information, price and comparisons

The Land Rover Defender is an off-road SUV built in Nitra, Slovakia, in three body lengths: the two-door 90, the four-door 110 and the extended 130 with up to eight seats, plus the high-performance OCTA. The refreshed 2027 Defender is on order in Canada, with Land Rover Canada listing it from CA$77,100 for the 90 S to CA$191,600 for the OCTA Black. For 2027, a 3.0L inline-six replaces the 2.0L four in the P300. The Defender is Land Rover's best seller in Canada, with sales up 91% to 2,847 in the first half of 2026.

Land Rover Defender : An overview

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Key facts about the Defender in Canada

Current model year2027 on order; deliveries from late 2026
PriceCA$77,100 to CA$191,600 (Land Rover Canada)
Bodies90 (two-door), 110 (four-door), 130 (extended), OCTA
Engines3.0L inline-six, 296 or up to 395 hp; OCTA 4.4L twin-turbo V8 mild hybrid, 626 hp
SeatingUp to 5 (90), 7 (110) or 8 (130)
Built inNitra, Slovakia
Warranty4 years or 80,000 km

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Defender 90, 110, 130 and OCTA prices in Canada

BodyTrimFrom
90SCA$77,100
90VertexCA$107,200
110SCA$78,700
110X-Dynamic SECA$90,500
110Trophy EditionCA$101,100
110X or VertexCA$109,200
130SCA$86,700
130VertexCA$117,500
OCTAOCTACA$179,400
OCTAOCTA BlackCA$191,600

Prices are Land Rover Canada's current figures, before licence, registration and sales tax. For 2026 models, The Car Guide lists CA$74,100 to CA$189,300 before CA$2,790 in fees.

What's new for the 2027 Defender

  • Engine: the P300 now uses a 3.0L inline-six with 296 hp and 346 lb-ft, replacing the 2.0L turbo four.
  • Styling: new front and rear fascias and a new Vertex trim with body-colour cladding and 22-inch wheels.
  • Interior: an optional six-seat 110 with captain's chairs, an Ebony Forged Textile option and improved voice recognition.
  • Colours and editions: new Woolstone Green, Namib Orange for the 90 and 110 and an all-black Trophy Edition, with factory gloss paint protection film available.

Defender engines and fuel consumption

2026 versionEngineNRCan city / highway / combined
90 P3002.0L turbo four13.1 / 11.4 / 12.3 L/100 km
110 P3002.0L turbo four13.1 / 10.6 / 12.0 L/100 km
90 P5255.0L V816.2 / 12.4 / 14.5 L/100 km
110 P500/P5255.0L V816.9 / 12.8 / 15.1 L/100 km
130 P5005.0L V817.0 / 12.5 / 14.9 L/100 km
110 OCTA4.4L twin-turbo V815.8 / 12.1 / 14.2 L/100 km

These are 2026 ratings; the 2027 inline-six P300 hasn't been rated yet. The Defender uses an 8-speed automatic and all-wheel drive, and the 2027 P300 has a two-speed transfer box. The 2026 90 S P300 tows 3,493 kg (7,701 lb). There's no plug-in hybrid or electric Defender in Canada.

Defender luxury tax and green levy

  • Luxury tax: if the Defender's gross vehicle weight rating is 3,856 kg or less, the tax is the lesser of 10% of the price or 20% of the amount over CA$100,000. At current list prices that's about CA$220 on the 110 Trophy Edition, CA$1,440 on the 90 Vertex, CA$1,840 on the 110 X or Vertex, CA$3,500 on the 130 Vertex, CA$15,880 on the OCTA and CA$18,320 on the OCTA Black. Options raise the taxable price.
  • Green levy: based on 2026 NRCan ratings, the 90 P525, 130 P500 and OCTA fall in the CA$2,000 band and the 110 P500/P525 in the CA$3,000 band. The P300 pays none.

Which Defender should you buy?

Your goalBest choiceWhyMatching listings
Lowest price 90 S CA$77,100 with the new inline-six View new Defender listings
Family use 110 S or 130 S Four doors and up to seven or eight seats, from CA$78,700 or CA$86,700 View new Defender listings
Maximum performance OCTA 626 hp twin-turbo V8 mild hybrid View new Defender listings

Defender warranty

CoverageTerm
New vehicle4 years or 80,000 km
Roadside assistanceFor the warranty period
Corrosion6 years, unlimited km
Certified pre-ownedUp to 7 years or 160,000 km from the original in-service date

The Car Guide rates the Defender's reliability 5 out of 10, and J.D. Power's 2026 Vehicle Dependability Study ranked Land Rover below the industry average.

Defender recalls

RecallModel yearsIssue
2026-4422020 to 2024Mild hybrid DC/DC converter can fail, so the 12V battery stops charging, with possible loss of drive power; software update
2026-2922020 to 2026Driver airbag connector in the steering wheel can corrode, so the airbag may not deploy; 24,658 vehicles
2026-1962020 to 2024Mild hybrid DC/DC converter can fail; software update; 14,542 vehicles across Land Rover models
2026-1262026Third-row seat belt anchor brackets may be faulty; don't use the third row until repaired
2025-0152023 and 2024Touchscreen can stay blank at startup, with no rear camera image
2024-3522024Oil filter housing can crack, a fire risk

Buying a used Defender in Canada

2020 and newer

The current Defender's Canadian model years start with 2020; the 130 arrived for 2023 and the OCTA for 2025. On 2020 to 2024 models, make sure both DC/DC converter recalls and the airbag connector recall are done.

Certified pre-owned

Land Rover's certified program covers vehicles under 5 years and 100,000 km, with a 165-point inspection and coverage up to 7 years or 160,000 km from the original in-service date. Given the brand's reliability record, it's worth considering.

Classic Defenders

Transport Canada allows a vehicle not originally sold in the US or Mexico to be imported once it's 15 years old, based on its month and year of manufacture, so a UK-market Defender becomes eligible 15 years after it was built. Check provincial registration rules before you buy one.

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Defender alternatives

AlternativeStarts atBetter if you...
Jeep WranglerCA$41,600 (2026)want a removable roof for far less
Ford BroncoCA$51,765 (2026)want removable doors and roof for less
Toyota 4RunnerCA$55,520 (2026)want a body-on-frame alternative for less
Toyota Land CruiserCA$71,670 (2027 1958)want a Toyota off-roader for less

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FAQs About Land Rover Defender

How much is a Land Rover Defender in Canada?

Land Rover Canada lists the Defender from CA$77,100 for the 90 S to CA$191,600 for the OCTA Black, before taxes.

What's the difference between the Defender 90, 110 and 130?

The 90 is the two-door with up to five seats, the 110 is the four-door with up to seven, and the 130 is an extended version with up to eight.

What engine does the 2027 Defender have?

A 3.0L inline-six with 296 hp in the P300 or up to 395 hp in the P400. The OCTA uses a 626 hp twin-turbo V8 mild hybrid.

What is the Defender OCTA?

The high-performance Defender, with a 626 hp 4.4L twin-turbo V8, from CA$179,400.

Do I pay luxury tax on a Defender?

On versions over CA$100,000, yes, if the GVWR is 3,856 kg or less. That's about CA$15,880 on the OCTA at list price.

What is the Defender's fuel consumption?

NRCan rates the 2026 110 P300 at 12.0 L/100 km combined and the V8 models at 14.2 to 15.1 L/100 km.

How much can the Defender tow?

The 2026 Defender 90 S P300 is rated at 3,493 kg (7,701 lb).

Where is the Land Rover Defender built?

At Jaguar Land Rover's plant in Nitra, Slovakia.

Is there a hybrid or electric Defender?

No plug-in hybrid or electric Defender is sold in Canada.

What warranty does the Defender have?

4 years or 80,000 km, with roadside assistance for the same period and 6 years of corrosion coverage.

Can I import a classic Defender into Canada?

Transport Canada allows vehicles not sold in the US or Mexico to be imported once they're 15 years old, based on their month and year of manufacture.

Has the Defender been recalled?

Yes. 2026 recalls include 2026-292 for driver airbag connectors and 2026-196 and 2026-442 for mild hybrid DC/DC converters.

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