2023 Land Rover Defender 130 First Edition 3.0

The 2023 Land Rover Defender 130 First Edition 3.0L diesel in grey with just 9,073 km represents the pinnacle of British luxury off-road engineering as Land Rover's flagship three-row SUV launch model. This exclusive First Edition combines the sophisticated D300 Ingenium diesel, unmatched 8-passenger capability, and comprehensive HSE-plus equipment—perfect for Kenyan adventurers and families demanding ultimate versatility with premium refinement.

Engine and Performance

• Engine: 3.0L inline-6 turbo diesel (D300 Ingenium)

• Power: 296 hp (220 kW) @ 4,000 rpm

• Torque: 479 lb-ft (650 Nm) @ 1,500 rpm

• Transmission: 8-speed automatic

• Drivetrain: Intelligent All-Wheel Drive

• Acceleration (0–100 km/h): 7.2 seconds

• Top Speed: 208 km/h

• Fuel Tank Capacity: 90 litres

Dimensions, Weight, and Capacity

• Length: 5,379 mm

• Width: 2,009 mm

• Height: 1,970 mm

• Wheelbase: 3,022 mm

• Kerb Weight: 2,700 kg

• Seating Capacity: 8

• Boot Capacity: 389 litres (all seats up)

Wheels and Chassis

• 20-inch alloy wheels

• Electronic Air Suspension with Adaptive Dynamics

• Terrain Response 2

• Wade Sensing

• 291 mm ground clearance

• Approach/departure angles: 37.5°/40.0°

Exterior Features

• First Edition exclusive badging

• Matrix LED headlights

• Panoramic sliding sunroof (x2)

• Privacy glass

• Narvik Black roof rails

Fuel Economy (in km/l)

• Combined Consumption: 12.5 km/l (8.0 L/100km)

• Urban Consumption: 11.0 km/l

• Highway Consumption: 14.0 km/l

• Estimated Range: 1,050–1,150 km per tank

• Fuel Type: Diesel

Interior and Features

• 11.4-inch Pivi Pro touchscreen

• Meridian Surround Sound

• Four-zone climate control

• Heated second/third row seats

• Driver Assist Pack

Maintenance

• Service Interval: Every 21,000 km/2 years

• Annual Costs (Kenya): Ksh 250,000–450,000

• Parts Availability: Land Rover Kenya specialists

• Common Notes: AdBlue system, air suspension

Maintenance Cost Breakdown (9k km)

Price and Market Info (Approximate)

Car Rating:

• Performance: 9/10

• Offroad Capability: 10/10

• Luxury & Comfort: 9.5/10

• Fuel Economy: 9/10

• Maintenance Costs: 7.5/10

• Value for Money (Kenya): 9.5/10