2025 Defender Specs & MPG Ratings

If you’re looking for a rugged yet sophisticated off-road capable vehicle that can pamper you on the daily commute to Columbia, consider a 2025 Defender model. This impressive SUV is available in several configurations as well as with a choice of engine options, such as the top-spec 2025 Defender V8. Are you ready to learn more about the Defender performance specs? Discover more about the 2025 Defender, including engine specs and power ratings, fuel economy, and towing capacity with the off-road experts at Land Rover West Columbia.
2025 Defender Specs Per Engine Option
There are four engine options available for the 2025 Defender, including a turbocharged 4-cylinder, turbocharged 6-cylinder mild hybrid, supercharged V8 mild hybrid, and a high-performance supercharged V8. Whether you choose the base 4-cylinder engine or the top-spec 2025 Defender V8, you’ll be impressed with the towing capacity of this off-roader for all your adventures beyond the Annapolis area. Although some EPA-estimated fuel economy ratings are forthcoming, we’ve included the available figures below.
2.0L 4-Cylinder Turbocharged Gas Engine (P300 Gas)
Available on: Defender 90 S, Defender 110 S, Defender 130 S
- Horsepower: 296 hp @ 5,500 rpm
- Torque: 295 lb-ft of torque @ 1,500-4,500 rpm
- Top speed: 119 mph
- Acceleration: 0-60 mph in 6.7 seconds (Defender 90 S) / 7.0 seconds (Defender 110 S) / 7.5 seconds (Defender 130 S)
- Fuel Economy: 18 mpg city / 20-21 mpg highway
- Maximum towing capacity: 7,716 pounds
3.0L 6-Cylinder Turbocharged Gas MHEV (P400 Gas Mild Hybrid)
Available on: Defender 90 X-Dynamic SE, Defender 110 S, Defender 110 X-Dynamic SE, Defender 110 X, Defender 130 S, Dynamic 130 X-Dynamic SE, Defender 130 X, Defender 130 Outbound
- Horsepower: 395 hp @ 5,500-6,500 rpm
- Torque: 406 lb-ft of torque @ 2,000-5,000 rpm
- Top speed: 119 mph
- Acceleration: 0-60 mph in 5.7 seconds (Defender 90 X-Dynamic SE) / 5.8 seconds (Defender 110 S, Defender 110 S X-Dynamic SE, Defender 110 X) / 6.3 seconds (Defender 130 S, Dynamic 130 X-Dynamic SE, Defender 130 X, Defender 130 Outbound)
- Fuel Economy: 16-18 mpg city / 19-21 mpg highway
- Maximum towing capacity: 8,201 pounds
5.0L V8 Supercharged Gas Engine (P500 Gas Mild Hybrid)
Available on: Defender 110 X-Dynamic SE, Defender 130 V8
- Horsepower: 493 hp
- Torque: 450 lb-ft of torque @ 2,500-5,000 rpm
- Top Speed: 149 mph
- Acceleration: 0-60 mph in 5.2 seconds (Defender 110 X-Dynamic SE) / 5.4 seconds (Defender 130 V8)
- Maximum towing capacity: 8,200 pounds
5.0L V8 Supercharged Gas Engine (P525 Gas)
Available on: Defender 90 V8, Defender 110 V8
- Horsepower: 518 hp @ 6,500 rpm
- Torque: 461 lb-ft of torque @ 2,500-5,500 rpm
- Top speed: 149 mph
- Acceleration: 0-60 mph in 4.9 seconds (Defender 90 V8) / 5.1 seconds (Defender 110 V8)
- Fuel Economy: 14 mpg city / 18-19 mpg highway
- Maximum towing capacity: 8,201 pounds
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2025 Defender Off-road & Performance Features
In addition to its impressive performance specs, the 2025 Defender includes many features, technologies, and equipment that enhance its off-road capabilities on every trail outside of Bethesda. Many of these off-road features enhance traction and handling through various means. Check out the standard and available tech that will improve your off-road travels:
- All-wheel drive (AWD)
- Twin-speed transfer box (high/low range)
- Coil suspension
- Terrain Response
- 8-speed automatic transmission
- Hill Launch Assist
- Electric Power-Assisted Steering (EPAS)
- Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)
- Low Traction Launch
- Electronic Traction Control (ETC)
- Roll Stability Control (RSC)
- Cornering Brake Control (CBC)
- Hill Descent Control (HDC)
- Brake Hold
- And more!
Experience the Defender Specs in Clarksville
Do you have more questions about the 2025 Defender V8 specs or the other engine options? You can research more online or contact us today to schedule your test drive of a new Defender at Land Rover West Columbia. Our team will help you explore every engine and configuration to ensure you get the performance you crave. Visit our Clarksville showroom today!
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