2024 Defender Performance

With its formidable body construction and powerful engine options, the 2024 Defender is poised to outperform other SUVS both on and off the road near Stamford and Norwalk. Find out more about the 2024 Defender V8 engine and other options with Land Rover Darien, then take a look at how the Defender compares to the Discovery and the Jeep Wrangler. 

2024 Defender Engine Specs

There are four 2024 Defender engine options, including a 5.0L P525 engine available on the 2024 Defender V8 trims. The horsepower, torque, towing capacity, fuel economy, and other engine specifications are all impressive, allowing you to get more from every drive in Wilton and the neighboring communities. Check out the specs for each engine below to see which stands out to you: 

2.0L P300 i4 Gas

Available on: Defender 90 S, Defender 110 S 

• 296 hp @ 4,000 rpm
• 295 lb-ft of torque @ 1,500-4,000 rpm
• Automatic transmission
• Maximum towing capacity: 7,716 pounds
• 18 city / 21 highway mpg
• Fuel capacity: 23.4 gallons
• Top speed: 119 mph
• 0-60 mph in 6.7 seconds

3.0L P300 I6 Gas MHEV

Available on: Defender 130 S 

• 296 hp @ 4,800-6,600 rpm
• 347 lb-ft of torque @ 1,500-4,250 rpm
• Automatic transmission
• Maximum towing capacity: 8,201 pounds
• 17 city / 20 highway mpg
• Fuel capacity: 23.8 gallons
• Top speed: 119 mph
• 0-60 mph in 7.5 seconds

3.0L P400 I6 Gas MHEV

Available on: Defender 90 X Dynamic SE, Defender 110 X Dynamic SE, Defender 110 X, Defender 130 X Dynamic SE, Defender 130 X, Defender 130 Outbound

• 395 hp @ 5,500-6,500 rpm
• 406 lb-ft of torque @ 2,000-5,000 rpm
• Automatic transmission
• Maximum towing capacity: 8,201 pounds
• 17 city / 20 highway mpg
• Fuel capacity: 23.8 gallons
• Top speed: 119 mph
• 0-60 mph in 6.3 seconds

5.0L P525 Gas

Available on: Defender 90 V8, Defender 90 V8 Carpathian Edition, Defender 110 V8, Defender 110 V8 Carpathian Edition, Defender 130 V8

• 493 hp @ 6,000-6,500 rpm
• 450 lb-ft of torque @ 2,500-5,500 rpm
• Automatic transmission
• Maximum towing capacity: 8,201 pounds
• In-city / Highway mpg N/A from OEM
• Fuel capacity N/A from OEM
• Top speed: 149 mph
• 0-60 mph in 5.4 seconds

Test-Drive the 2024 Defender V8 at Land Rover Darien

Are you ready to experience the 2024 Defender V8 performance for yourself? Join us in the showroom at Land Rover Darien for a test drive. We think the 2024 Defender V8 engine will do more than impress. You can get an awesome price on your Defender when you shop our new vehicle specials for offers and discounts.