Land Rover Defender
Fuel economy, running costs and specs by model year
The Land Rover Defender appears in this database in 1 model year, from 2020 to 2020, offered with gasoline and hybrid power. Combined economy ranges from 18 to 19 MPG across those years, with annual fuel costs of $4,200 to $4,450 at 15,000 miles.
Fuel economy by year
| Year | Combined | Annual fuel | Versions |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 18-19 MPG | $4,200-$4,450 | 4 |
How it compares
Against the average standard sport utility vehicle 4wd in this dataset (about 23 MPG), the Defender sits roughly 4 MPG below that mark on average, making it a thirstier-than-average choice for its class.
Five-year fuel cost
Fuelling a Defender for five years at the EPA's 15,000-mile basis costs roughly $21,000 to $22,250, averaging about $21,625 across the versions here. That is the energy bill alone — it excludes insurance, maintenance and depreciation, which for most owners together exceed what goes into the tank.
2020 Defender at a glance
| Version | Engine | Fuel | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| Defender 110 MHEV | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Hybrid | 19 MPG |
| Defender 90 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Gasoline | 19 MPG |
| Defender 90 MHEV | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Hybrid | 19 MPG |
| Defender 110 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Gasoline | 18 MPG |
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