2023 Land Rover Defender 110 P525 V8 5.0

The 2023 Land Rover Defender 110 P525 V8 combines brutal 5.0L V8 performance with legendary offroad supremacy in ultra-low 16,242 km fully loaded condition. This comprehensively equipped flagship delivers supercar acceleration, 900 mm wading depth, and premium luxury—Kenya's ultimate safari adventure machine with executive refinement.

Engine and Performance

• Engine: 5.0L supercharged V8 petrol

• Power: 518 hp (386 kW) @ 6,000 rpm

• Torque: 461 lb-ft (625 Nm) @ 2,500 rpm

• Transmission: 8-speed automatic

• Drivetrain: Full-time Intelligent 4WD

• Acceleration (0–100 km/h): 5.1 seconds

• Top Speed: 240 km/h

• Fuel Tank Capacity: 90 litres

Dimensions, Weight, and Towing

• Length: 5,017 mm

• Width: 2,008 mm

• Height: 1,970 mm

• Wheelbase: 3,022 mm

• Kerb Weight: 2,603 kg (5,735 lbs)

• Seating Capacity: 5–7

• Boot Capacity: 965–2,393 litres

• Towing Capacity: 3,500 kg braked​

Wheels and Chassis

• 22-inch forged alloy wheels

• Electronic Active Differential

• Air suspension with height adjustment

• Terrain Response 2 (8 modes)

• 291 mm maximum ground clearance​

Exterior Features

• Matrix LED headlights

• Panoramic sunroof

• Deployable side steps

• Black contrast roof/packs

• 360° camera + ClearSight Ground View​

Fuel Economy (in km/l)

• Combined Consumption: 7.8 km/l (16 MPG)

• Urban Consumption: 6.5 km/l

• Highway Consumption: 9.0 km/l

• Estimated Range: 650–750 km per tank

• Fuel Type: Premium unleaded petrol​

Offroad Capability

• 900 mm wading depth

• 35.8° approach / 28.5° departure

• Electronic Active Differential

• Superior Kenyan safari dominance​

Interior and Features

• Windsor leather heated/ventilated seats

• 11.4-inch Pivi Pro touchscreen

• Meridian 800W surround sound

• Head-up display, wireless charging

• Four-zone climate control​

Maintenance

• Service Interval: Every 20,000 km

• Annual Costs (Kenya): Ksh 1.5M–3.0M

• Parts Availability: Land Rover Kenya specialists

• Common Notes: V8 service requirements

Maintenance Cost Breakdown (16k km)

Price and Market Info (Approximate)

Car Rating:

• Performance: 10/10

• Luxury & Comfort: 9/10

• Technology & Features: 9.5/10

• Fuel Economy: 6/10

• Maintenance Costs: 5/10

• Value for Money (Kenya): 9.5/10