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By Jason Woosey 
8h ago
PRETORIA – Launched earlier this year, the reincarnated Land Rover Defender is already a completely new model. But then what is the problem with the ‘new’ version 2021?
While there are no significant changes to the exterior or interior, the 2021 model line gets some new powertrain options, as well as the addition of a new X-Dynamic trim grade and several other options that make the Defender still. more customizable.
The updated range will hit South African shores during the first half of 2021, but Land Rover South Africa has already published prices, ranging from R1 095 600 to R1 726 600. This means that the base price of the local Defender line- has increased. in R84 000.
New six-cylinder diesel
Land Rover introduces a new inline six-cylinder turbocharged flagship diesel engine, and models equipped with this unit will carry the D300 badge. The 3-liter produces 221 kW and 650 Nm, which is enough for the 90 models to go from 0 to 100 km / h in 6.7 seconds (or 7 seconds flat in the case of the 110 models) according to the factory.
The new diesel engine is combined with a new intelligent four-wheel drive system that continuously varies the distribution of torque, allocating up to 100 percent to each axle. Land Rover says that this intelligent torque distribution system improves fuel economy without sacrificing off-road capability.
While certain foreign markets get a detuned ‘D250’ version of the new six-cylinder diesel, South Africa is going ahead with the familiar four-cylinder D240 as an entry-level oil burner. This unit is good for 177kW and 430Nm.
Connect me: new hybrid P400e
The big news on the gas front is the launch of a new P400e plug-in hybrid model, which is only available with the Defender 110 bodywork. Here we see a 2-liter 221kW turbo petrol engine combined with a 105kW electric motor. for a system power of 297kW.
Thanks to a 19.2 kWh battery, the P400e allows for a (claimed) range of 43km between charges, and it doesn’t lag behind either, with an official 0-100km / h time of 5.6 seconds.
The P400e comes with a ‘Mode 3’ charging cable as standard, which allows an 80 percent charge in seven hours, however customers can opt for a ‘Mode 3’ cable, which allows an 80 percent charge. one hundred in two hours. If the customer visits a fast-loading site, that can be accomplished in just half an hour.
P400e models come standard with electronic air suspension and 20-inch alloy wheels, as well as three-zone climate control and solar dimmer glass.
Defender X-Dynamic
Land Rover also offers a new degree of trim across the range and it’s called X-Dynamic. Bridging the gap between the standard Defender and Defender X models, the X-Dynamic features unique exterior and interior design features. These include satin front and rear skid trays, with matching grille bar and badges, as well as rear recovery loops in Satin Black. The alloy wheels come in a Satin Dark Gray / Gloss Black finish, along with the mirror caps, window and bottom lip decals and wheel arch liner in Narvik Black.
Inside, customers can expect a new, highly durable seat material called Robustek, which was inspired by work gloves and patches on motorcyclists’ jackets. X-Dynamic models also feature illuminated metal tread plates.
More customizable than ever
The 2020 Defender was already impressively customizable, but that’s even more so in 2021 thanks to new options, packages, and individual colors.
New options include a folding cloth roof for the Defender 110, as well as Premium LED headlights with exclusive daytime running lights, Meridian sound system and Head-Up Display.
The new option packages include a Blind Spot Assist package as well as two new ‘Family’ packages. The standard Family Pack brings third-row seating, along with three-zone climate control, while the Family Comfort Pack adds seat heating to the mix.
Land Rover has also released some new exterior colors, in the form of Hakuba Silver, Silicon Silver, and Carpathian Gray.
As mentioned, the 2021 Land Rover Defender lineup will be available during the first half of 2021, and here is what you can expect to pay for the various models:
DEFENDER 90
D240 S – R1 095 600
D300 S – R1 186800
P300 S – R1 095 600
P400 S – R1 214200
D240 X-Dynamic SE – R1 215 500
D300 X-Dynamic SE – R1 297,000
P300 X-Dynamic SE – R1 215 500
P400 X-Dynamic SE – R1 338600
D240 X-Dynamic HSE – R1 284400
D300 X-Dynamic HSE – R1 365 900
P300 X-Dynamic HSE – R1 284400
P400 X-Dynamic HSE – R1 407 500
D240 First Edition – R1 223800
P400 First Edition – R1 341700
D300 X – R1 542 100
P400 X – R1 575 000
DEFENDER 110
D240 S – R1 143 900
D300 S – R1 235 900
P300 S – R1 143 900
P400 S – R1 265,000
P400e S – R1 519 100
D240 X-Dynamic SE – R1 269100
D300 X-Dynamic SE – R1 350 700
P300 X-Dynamic SE – R1 269100
P400 X-Dynamic SE – R1 390 200
P400e X-Dynamic SE – R1 610 700
D240 X-Dynamic HSE – R1 333 800
D300 X-Dynamic HSE – R1 415 400
P300 X-Dynamic HSE – R1 333 800
P400 X-Dynamic HSE – R1 454 900
P400e X-Dynamic HSE – R1 675500
D240 First Edition – R1 281,000
P400 First Edition – R1 397500
D300 X – R1 596300
P400 X – R1 640 600
P400e X – R1 726 600
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