Definitive review
Published 17 September 2026
Updated 17 September 2026
Land Rover Defender reviews
In-depth expert reviews, first drives and road tests of the Land Rover Defender.
Definitive review
Published 17 September 2026
Updated 17 September 2026
On test
Land Rover Defender testers' notes
Neil has the Defender Trophy on test this week
Neil is driving the Defender Trophy this week. It really is a vehicle of astonishing all-round capability. While most people will refer to this as an SUV, it is a hard-working 4x4, albeit one with the luxury and comfort of an expensive saloon. The 300hp plug-in-hybrid set up gives a decent 40km or thereabouts on electric only power too. Cooler than a Range Rover? Certainly up for debate.
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