Defender range broadens with new specifications and engines

The Defender line-up has been expanded with the introduction of new trim levels and engines.

Central to the new additions is the Defender 130 Outbound. Only available with five seats – as opposed to the standard 130’s eight – the Outbound has been designed for adventures and is priced from £80,390.

Thanks to the removal of those rear seats, there’s up to 2,516 litres of storage space. At the same time, the exterior is separated from the rest of the Defender range by a matt finish to the bumpers and grille insert, alongside anthracite-finished vents. There are also 20-inch gloss black alloy wheels, while 22-inch versions can be added as an extra.

There are practical touches, too, such as a durable rubber floor mat which can be rolled down to protect the rear bumper when loading heavy items, while extra stowage areas mean you can keep valuables out of sight. There are extra lashing points and a new cargo net, too. As with the rest of the Defender range, the 130 Outbound gets JLR’s full Terrain Response off-road system.

The 130 line-up has also gained a new engine in the form of a 5.0-litre supercharged V8 engine. Previously only available on 90 and 110 variants, the 493bhp unit allows the 130 to go from 0-60mph in 5.4 seconds. All versions get V8 exterior badging, matrix LED headlights and 22-inch alloy wheels. Inside, there are 14-way heated and cooled electric seats, alongside four-zone climate control and a variety of other touches. Prices for the new Defender 130 V8 start from £116,845.

Finally, there’s a new County exterior pack for the Defender 110. Inspired by the original Defender County, this gets County graphics along the doors, alongside model-specific illuminated treadplates and 20-inch alloy wheels. The County pack adds £1,855 to the cost of the Defender 110.