2025 Defender Towing Capacity

 
How much can a Defender tow? If you are wondering about the 2025 Defender towing capacity, Land Rover West Columbia is here to provide the information you need. Discover the Defender towing capabilities per engine and contact us if you want to test-drive this model at our dealership in Clarksville. The following guide provides the Defender engines’ horsepower and torque numbers in addition to the towing capacities, allowing you to decide which version of this luxury vehicle you want to drive in Columbia and the surrounding areas. Our team is here if you have any questions. 

2025 Defender Towing Capacity By Engine

So, how much can a Defender tow? It depends on the model and engine you select. Review the performance specifications for each engine below and consider what you need from a high-performing luxury vehicle. For example, do you drive every day in Ellicott City and the nearby communities? What do you typically do for recreation? These and similar questions will help you make an informed decision: 
 

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

• 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

• 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

• 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

• Maximum towing capacity: 8,201 pounds

2025 Defender Towing Packages

Adding an available towing package to your vehicle helps you navigate Bethesda roads with greater ease and makes towing projects safer. The following towing packages are dependent on which Defender model appeals to you: 

Defender 90, 110, 130

Towing Pack

• All Terrain Progress Control (ATPC)
• Terrain Response 2
• Configurable Terrain Response
• Advanced Tow Assist
• Tow hitch receiver

Defender 110, 130

Towing Pack

• Advanced Tow Assist
• Tow hitch receiver

Test-Drive the 2025 Defender at Land Rover West Columbia

Now that you know how much the Defender can tow, are you ready to take your preferred model for a test drive in Clarksville? Do you have any Defender towing capacity questions for us? Call 443-792-0324 or message us online today. We also invite you to learn about our build and price tool and browse our latest new vehicle specials.