DecodedCars2027 Land Rover Defender
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2027 models.
- Class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Engines
- 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 4.4L 8-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- 4-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Hybrid
- MPG (best)
- 18 combined · 17 city / 19 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid as well as gas.
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 23 similar 2027 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2027 Land Rover Defender is a standard SUV offered with 2 engines (3.0L 6-cyl turbo and 4.4L 8-cyl turbo), including a hybrid version and 4-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 18 MPG combined (17 city / 19 highway), 7% worse than the 2027 standard SUV average of 19.4 MPG, for an estimated $4,550 a year in fuel.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
What changed for 2027
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2026 Defender — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2026; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2026 Defender →
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Defender 130 Outbound Hybrid | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | 4-Wheel Drive | 17 / 19 / 18 | -7% | $4,550 | 500 |
| Defender 110 MHEV Hybrid | 4.4L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | 4-Wheel Drive | 15 / 19 / 17 | -12% | $4,850 | 534 |
| Defender 110 Trophy MHEV Hybrid | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | 4-Wheel Drive | 17 / 18 / 17 | -12% | $4,850 | 512 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2027 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2027 Land Rover Defender.
Similar 2027 standard SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Land Rover Defender (this car) | 18 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2027 Mercedes-Benz G-Class | 15 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2027 Land Rover Range Rover | 22 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2027 BMW X5 | 26 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2027 Cadillac Escalade | 17 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2027 Lincoln Navigator | 18 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2027 BMW X6 | 23 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2027 Land Rover Defender.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2027 Land Rover Defender is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2027 Land Rover Defender in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Other Defender years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Defender | 20 | 187.4 in | Not rated | 3 | 6 |
| 2025 Defender | 19 | 187.4 in | Not rated | 1 | 13 |
| 2024 Defender | 20 | 200.8 in | Not rated | 7 | 27 |
| 2023 Defender | 20 | 187.4 in | Not rated | 9 | 87 |
| 2022 Defender | 19 | 187.4 in | Not rated | 6 | 76 |
| 2021 Defender | 19 | 187.4 in | Not rated | 9 | 42 |
| 2020 Defender | 19 | 187.4 in | Not rated | 7 | 58 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Land Rover. How we calculate this →