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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2023 Defender, so we've included reviews for other years of the Defender since its last redesign.
2022 WOW!!
SLA, 06/16/2021
updated 06/24/2024
2022 Land Rover Defender 110 P400 SE 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Twincharger gas/electric mild hybrid 8A)
32 of 35 people found this review helpful
I purchased a 2022 Defender six months ago. 3.0L 6 mild hybrid. The 11.4in touchscreen is VERY user friendly and easy to navigate. The recent over the air update has apple car play wireless with the system, Heads up display is pretty clear. I have no issues mechanically-the SUV is quiet and solidly built and has plenty of power. The angle of the windshield may cause chips in the windshield from rocks in the road. I did change a windshield as a couple of cracks occurred. I did not seem to have this with other vehicles I own--could be engineering of this vehicle. I am very pleased with the purchase. The fuji white exterior with black roof and black graphics is stunning. This vehicle turns heads. I get lots of compliments reading the vehicle. I've had this vehicle for about 1 1/2 years and 20k miles. Mechanically the 2022 has been flawless. It is a pleasure to drive and this vehicle still turns heads. I've had the Defender for 3 years and 42k miles and no issues mechanically. Everything works like the day I bought it. The defender is a joy to drive and still turns heads--I get many compliments.
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Lane assist not available & steering wheel locked
Debbie, 03/01/2023
2022 Land Rover Defender 110 P400 XS Edition 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Twincharger gas/electric mild hybrid 8A)
15 of 16 people found this review helpful
Parked at work for 9hrs. Started the ignition. The “lane assist not available!” warning came on. The steering wheel was VERY hard to turn. Almost locked. Turning it off/on didn’t fix it. Vehicle otherwise turned on and off normally. Drove forward and reverse. No other warnings. Just the power steering was lost. Had to be towed to dealer. Dealership called next day to advise vehicle required a software update. I ask why the steering wheel locked? Response: The software update fixed it. And it should not happen again. But no reason for the loss of power to steering wheel. Keeping our fingers crossed as this appears to be dangerous glitch, especially if vehicle is in motion.
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2023 Land Rover Defender for sale near you
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- 90 P400 75th Limited Edition 2dr SUVMSRP: $58,50017 mi away
- 130 P400 X-Dynamic SE 4dr SUVMSRP: $69,87813 mi away
- 90 P300 S 2dr SUVMSRP: $43,39522 mi away
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Best on and off road SUV
Gary, 05/19/2023
updated 11/22/2024
2023 Land Rover Defender 110 P400 X 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Twincharger gas/electric mild hybrid 8A)
13 of 14 people found this review helpful
I like everything about this vehicle. Handling on and off road. Looks functionality and road presence. I would recommend the in line 6 engine. Quiet ride smooth and terrific handling. This Land Rover product has exceeded my expectations.
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2022 Defender 90 X-dynamic SE Review so far!
rondvu2, 02/23/2023
2022 Land Rover Defender 90 P400 X-Dynamic SE 2dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Twincharger gas/electric mild hybrid 8A)
18 of 20 people found this review helpful
I purchased a 2022 90 X dyn Se in Jan 2022 it was gently used with only 2500 miles. Prior vehicle was a 2010 Caddy SRX luxury which I loved and kept for nearly a decade. Like driving a recliner down the highway very comfy. I tried out the X5 BMW V8 which drove impressively, but just felt it had no wow factor in the looks department for the price. It did drive very well. I tried out the Mercedes AMG-43 & the 63. Honestly the amg-43 did nothing for me, and reminded me of a Subaru (not that there is anything wrong with a Subaru however there is a big price difference. The 63 got down the road quickly. The sales guy showed my husband how it would launch in 4.6 seconds from 0-60 and I kindly removed myself from the vehicle. Impressive but I felt like I would be driving a runner sled in the winter. Mercedes me was impressive as well, I did like that, but changing the border dash colors was a little over the top. We live in the mountains and can get dump truck loads of snow within hours. I loved the velar, it was sporty, quick and handled very well, but my husband had to duck his head when entering the vehicle and looked squished in the passenger seat! No head room. I was not thinking of the defender as I had saw a 4 door and it just looked too big, I mean we have a truck! Then we found the 90. It looks great! Things I love about it is, It will climb a hill/mountain effortlessly, at any speed! Its awesome. Stop and go around town its great! Turning radius is also very impressive. Glides over back roads with ease. And if you want to creep alone at 3 or 4 miles an hour without it thrusting forward. It will do it! For our terrain it is perfect. Also drove in down pours of rain and no hydro-planing or feeling like it was going to. It sticks to the road very well and feels pretty safe. There is also plenty of dash room or rather the layout is good, My husband can conduct business from the passenger side well, plenty of room to lay his phone & charger, room to jot down notes. The cons-the doors are heavy, including the back door, it does sit up a little high for a shorter person such as myself. I just got steps installed so yeah my first trip to the dealership was today and it went well. I drove it home! lol. The Meridian stereo seems ok, but I expected better, I have adjusted the subwoofer, bass, etc and sometimes the speakers still vibrate. Seems like I have to reach back a good ways to get the seat belt and when I release it to exit the vehicle, I have to do it easy or it swings back and hits the side door panel which is metal. Not good! Another con for me is on the highway I am all over the place with speed seems like my foot goes from 60's to 80's so I have started using the cruise control when driving on the highway for any length of time. Its probably just me. Thats it! So far I am happy. The pros out way the cons for me! I love the defender light up display at night, I also love the mirror signals showing there is a passing car. Yes it does require a little bit of patience when accessing the back seat, but its just me and my Husband. So it does not bother me unless is raining and i need to put something in the back seat! Remote start is on the app, but it does drink a little bit of Hi-test gas so why bother. I do wish the gas tank was larger. I have had no issues other than a wiper arm needing adjusted to sit flat on the windshield, that was also done today when the installed my side steps. Thats it! Time will tell but for what was out there on the market, the defender 90X is what I felt would be the best for me at this point in my life. No regrets and hope not to have any!!!
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Expedition Rack WARNING
defender guy, 10/05/2022
2021 Land Rover Defender 110 P300 S 4dr SUV AWD (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
Great truck. 4cylinder is fine as long as you do not tow or live in mountains. DO NOT combine expedition rack with fabric sunroof. The noise will ruin you. But great truck.
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