Ive had my 90 XS P400 for 3 months now and I absolutely fucking love it. Smooth, comfortable & fast AF. I'm super happy

I’ve had my Defender (P-400, 4-door) for 2.5 years now. Zero problems. Totally reliable and a joy to drive. I love it. Sold the Porsche Macan for lack of use. Kept the 911.

I’ve had my Defender for a year now. Absolutely amazing vehicle!!

Interesting what you mentioned about the perceived unreliability. There really needs to be a better metric for measuring the reliability of a vehicle…

Ive had 3 Land Rover Range Rover products. None were reliable. The Range Rover Evoque 2016 was just awful. However, I LOVED them. Ive had everything. From new Vetts to 4runners. I have a Jeep Rubicon 4xe with 20 k miles and its been perfect. 20K miles on any of the LR's had tons of issues. I WANT a Defender. Like a hot x girlfriend. You never get over how much you loved having her, but unfortunately she was the least reliable person in your life, and she's LONG gone thank G-d. I WANT a Defender.

I've had a P400e for a year, absolutely nothing wrong with it, perfect, very comfortable and love it

4 years now and I never had any such problem with my Toyota. In fact, zero problem. At such price, I think that's very disappointing.

I’ve watched all your Defender vids as I’m seriously considering one. They have confirmed both my fears and hopes. I’ve had a Gen 1 Disco that was 100% trouble free for 170k, and a Range Rover that was a bit “persnickety” from day 1. It’s such a roll of the dice with LR. If it’s good for the first 10k, keep it forever. If it’s trouble, flip it and run. That’s the position I’m taking. Thanks for the detailed information.

I drive a 1998 TDI. It made it home after hitting a concrete barrier at 50mph. No airbags or warning lights to annoy you, even with the engine torn off its mounts. Doesn't steer. Doesn't brake or accelerate. Noisy, smokey, uncomfortable... Love it.

The speaker situation is 100% correct. A software update awhile back fixed it mostly.

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THE DETAILS INFORMATION!!!!!!!!!👍🏿👍🏿

Yeah great video. I got my 2022 defender 90 base model with the 18” steel wheels and I take it off-roading quite a bit, love the thing, turns on a dime in the city or off-road. Did get a crack in the windshield and all windshield are on backorder so who knows when I’ll get it replaced. You guys did the best review of the 90 thanks!

My dad just bought one, right after I grabbed ‘23 4Runner TRD Pro. Love them both. Looking forward to trails ahead!!!

Everyone advised me against buying a LR Disco 4, I did not listen, I bought it 7 years ago, done 100.000km and I still love it. I get in front of the steering wheel to relax. Nothing like the rolling quality of a LR. I do little off-roading, but even in motorway quality all season tyres it has been brilliant on mud or snow, as the electronics and differentials do all the work (ok on rocks one has to be careful with standard tyres, but it is still superbly comfortable). And it can tow a building and be loaded with a household! The defender 90 will be my next car if I decide to downsize. Otherwise the Defender 110 is the real successor to the Disco. Brilliant cars.

ah geeze, I have my ordered defender being built right now. Hopefully they fixed these issues on the 2023's! That said I had similar issues with my 2018 RRS that is being traded in- most of the issues were minor annoyances that were fixed right away. Land Rover customer service is some of the best in the biz!

I have a 2020 D110 P300 that rides on the 18” off-road tires on steel wheels. Steel is real and these wheels look great. In 18 months (11,000+ miles), my D110 P300 has been reliable with zero mechanical issues. There is a paint drip on the B-pillar but it is only seen when the door is open and you look for it. I consider myself lucky. This is comfortable ride that can go anywhere, anytime in a manner that eludes most vehicles. The P300 (2.0l 4cylinder) engine makes a pleasant sound at low speeds and is relatively quiet at highway speeds. It sucks gas, but that has more to do with the Defender’s steel-intensive underpinnings. Steel is real (and heavy). Cannot recommended this vehicle enough.

You guys are so great for this and the other Defender 90 videos. I just got my 2023 Defender 90 S - 4 cylinder and have a couple of hundred miles now. Love, love, love this vehicle. My wife may even be a bigger fan. You helped me make the final decision a while back by your well-detailed descriptions and comments on the 90. I also have the white color with the two-tone white roof. I added a few items that I highly recommend (the divider trays for the front and rear parts of the consoles, an aluminum trim that overlays the "Defender" stamped on the inside gate, step rails, and a black aluminum license frame from LR). I also changed the tires to the Goodyear Wrangler Duratrac 255/55/19 which lowered it 2 inches and gave it a nice aggressive look without road noise. It also has the Windsor leather seat option in "light oyster" that compliments the inside well. This really gives it a luxury feel (but beware if you are not a clean rider although it has guaranteed color protectant). Absolutely would buy this again and again. I agree also on the coil springs. I just traded my LR RR Sport with air suspension and I think the Defender actually rides better and without the worry of maintenance down the road. Previous to that I owned a Jeep Wrangler and cannot stress the major difference in the two. I drove away with the sticker price of $64k and will never regret it. The dealer said people saw it hit the lot (even though I built it and had my name as "sold" on it) that people were begging to buy it before I picked it up. Again, you nailed the reviews dead on and I am a fan for life!!

12 months and just under 6,000 miles. with mine. Could sell for a profit but really not sure what I'd want to change it for. Love it...

Great review guys, the 90 will always be a unique vehicle, 👍

great, honest review. Well done.

I love the Defender and Bronco, but all the issues steered me to a 4Runner.

I love the Defender. Glad to see one with tires that have some sidewall.

That's a nice review of your wife's vehicle! I love everything about these Defenders. Going off road, the 2 door is the one you want to have though.

guys glad to see you again! thank you for your expierance! I am owning defender s 2022 p300 110 7 seats already more than half year! the same problems with driver seat(! dealer ignore this issue at all ! the same problem with driver speaker , dealer could not find problem!( quality of assembly is not perfect...BUT : love this car all my hearth and could not imagine on what I can replace it)! driving this car in California and my MPG near 15MPG...((and price on fuel in Costco 6$...now I in Minnesota by the work and spring is fantastic!) we moved from Minnesota one year ago and missing this amazing state! now Land Rover defender in real investment;)!

It's strange how when JD Power reinforces certain buyers ideas about how good the vehicle that they want is. That it has few problems and longevity overall, but when Power comes up with their opinion that certain vehicles ( Rover in particular and Jeep to some extent) are undependable and subject to shortened longevity and costly problems, JD Power is no longer getting it right.

I had the 'sand' noise on my 110. On a windy day, at a certain temperature and a certain speed. It was very intermittent. Haven't heard it for a while but I assumed it was normal. £155 to fill my 110 with fuel!

Just an fyi, coming as a former dealer technician, writing that a bolt was stripped out on our storie helped get more time from our tickets. Basically warranty times wouldnt pay enough so we would have to make an excuse to get more time out of a job. I wouldn't take that description seriously as in reality it probably never had a stripped bolt. The tech just wanted to get paid more for the job.

Awesome validation for why I ordered my 90 Defender…I’m all about in “town driving” this vehicle has not disappointed me yet…Perhaps my only complaint is Everybody is checking me out…because the car is so beautiful…🌞

Bought few RRs 2008 -2010. They were all plauged with reliability issues. Wouldn't buy another Land Rover product. Styling is on point though.

The most beautiful car on the road bar none.

I absolutely love my Defender! Best SUV I’ve ever owned!

we have a 2019 BMW X5 ;and it had multiple computer display related issues. Some have never been resolved after multiple attempts. It was a new system and it simply wasn't ready for primetime.

Minor stupid silly things that were easy to fix??? It is supposedly a robust off road vehicle. In Australia it is very easy to find yourself 2,000kms away from the nearest dealer so those minor silly things can become a real problem.

Great video guys. Subbed.

You guys seem like some nice dudes. Great review.

Good to see a new video. Thought you may have called it a day

Amazing review.

It's interesting about the infotainment. Tata could serve a real niche if it outsourced tech support and provided assistance to independent mechanics.

Bit of an update on my D200 90. Now at 11,250 miles and two and a half years old. No issues and still love it. Possibly replacing it for a new one soon. Oh and if you're considering one try to get on one of the Defender Experience days run by LR. Just done one at Peckforton Castle and really enjoyed it and learned a lot. I'll still leave it for the car to decide what drive mode to select though.

Lmao I have the same issue on the speaker next to my ear in my 90. Never bothered to fix it, it comes and goes. Part of the charm really.

We are considering a 130 but we were surprised on cost of ownership with standard maintenance. We were quoted 2800-3800 a year.

My close friend is a Land Rover service manager at a local dealership and she told me to stay away from LR's. She said it's been nothing but nightmares for her. Enough said.

landrover, the PRINCE ANDREW OF THE CAR WORLD.

Excellent video. I love my 2021 Defender 110 V6. My baby is a year old. I love it so much even more than my son and hubby do who were the ones who wanted to make sure I test drove one. I have had a few hiccups but all resolved quickly. Howard Orloff in Chicago is awesome.

Finally a real world review. This reliability thing is such overblown bull. Had a Discovery Sport and a Evoque over 6 years. No major issue ever. never got stranded. Small things got fixed with service intervals. Just like any other car. To most Old Defender owner who hate the New Defender - I remember when the Old Defender came on the scene to replace the series 3 and series 3 owners said it's not a real Land Rover because it doesn't have the split windshield anymore. LOL!!! I really like the new design. I feel like Wrangler, Bronco and G look so old already. I know that's part of the allure for some people and like these cars, too, but I think JLR did a great job offering something different and modern, but keeping the boxy shape. The only reason why I haven't bought a New Defender yet is because they dropped the ball big time on the EV version. Personally, I'm done with the ice cars. Rivian picked up the ball big time and created what should have been the new range/defender with the R1S, but they are very pricey to get into. Hoping some other boxy, off roady option will come online soon.

I have been driving toyota Landcruisers since 2006 and they are so flawlessly reliable that even the niggly faults you described put me off. Its all very well praising the dealer when the vehicle is under warranty but what happens when it expires. My current Landcruiser is 6 years old this month and not one thing went wrong with it - just regular servicing. Admittedly I have only done 30,000km in those 6 years as I have other vehicles but it was the same with my previous two landcruisers. Id love a defender like that though - although I am thinking the longer one looks just as good now and is more useful. I will test drive one and see what I think.

I love the Defender 90 and it would be my first choice of car. I was wondering about quality control and whether or not the loose screws and replacement windshield is more than minor to me. For this price the fit and finish should be perfect. Then again, look at the fit and finish on Tesla's. I'm glad you gave us your opinions about the rear seats too. I thought they would be spacious and comfortable but I was wrong. The Defender 90 is a big car, way too big for to be simply a 2 +2 and I consider the rear seat problem a major flaw. I hope Land Rover figures out a way to make it more roomy back there. Also, are the rear windows stationary? The rear windows should at least be able to slide open. I would imagine the rear passengers would feel somewhat trapped even with the amount of light flooding the cabin. I would hate to spend more money for aftermarket sliding windows. The optional sunroof is not enough to create an airy, comfortable rear seat experience. I like the look of the Defender 90 more than the Defender 110 but I might be forced to go for the 4 door. The Defender's 2 doors are super-cool though. Also, the gas mileage is abysmal. 17mpg isn't acceptable. I don't care how cold it is. What ever happened to the 4 cylinder hybrid that makes 398hp and gets 71mpg? Even then, if it's a plug-in hybrid, how will that help people without a garage? Hopefully the 2023 Defender 90 has the hybrid engine, better rear seats, sliding rear windows, and better quality control. Let's go Land Rover! You can do it! Thank you for this video. Stay awesome.

You guys happy with tbe 19inch black wheels? I spec'd mine the same but am waiting delivery. Have read the options for 19inch rims is pretty limited.

dope music, guys.

Do you still have the LR 90?. My Jeep 4xe lease is over and went back to the leasing company. First time ever I returned a lease vehicle rather then just trading it in. The residual was too high. Jeep was Perfectly reliable. So much for Consumer Reports.LOL. Back and forth with the LR dealer and they still aren't doing anything at all to make me feel like I'm getting even a tiny bit of a good deal. Waiting for prices to become a little more within reason. I refuse to pay MSRP on anything even though some of the LR's on their lot have sat for almost a year. That's insane. They still won't do anything to make me feel like I won't be getting ripped off.

Besides also having the crackling sound and some creaks I think the most annoying thing on my Defender are the anemic backup lights. I love the design of the lights and it was probably one of the first factors I fell in love with the vehicle so quickly. But the position / strength of the backup lights in combination with the position of the backup camera requires me to backup at night by ear only. Thankfully there is an aftermarket kit I got that helped with that but the factory lights are horrible.

We had this Land Rover defender,2023 model, back to the dealer for the shifting problem and still not fixed!! Taking it back in next Monday, may 9th, for the same problem! The vehicle shifts from drive to neutral on its own when at a stop sign or red light. Again on its own!

Have had an evoke, LR4, range sport, and Jag F-pace.. have had very minimal problems combined…. Contemplating keeping Jag post-lease or taking delivery of the new defender 110….

Dude,what size are those tires and where did you buy them? I will be taking my Defender in to address the seat,speaker and windshield . So far no problems with my screen. This issues I have had was removing and adjusting the headrest. My Defender 90 is for two people only. I had the dealership pop my backseat out to lay it down flat. Now I can haul more on the inside. This is one of the coolest rides I have owned lots of people giving me thumbs up while driving and when I at Costco for gas people walk over to inquire and take a peek inside. Have you seen the two plates to add to the back of the tailgate if you want to take the rear wheel off. I'm considering taking my wheel off to save on ⛽. Finally mine is Tasmin Blue with the white cap. Thanks for the video. Yes my other vehicle is a Mercedes Sprinter converted to a camper.

I thought this may replace my Disco 4 but the rear storage is terribly cramped. My 110 Defender ......real one......is such a nicer cabin to be in than this new LR. It may get some new LR owners who like the romance of owning a "defender" but long term owners like me (25 years) will look at other brands. What a shame.

With this market and everything being on back order and this price point. I love the look I’ve seen a few on the road and got interested but I can’t deal with going to a shop more than once a year. I don’t want a daily back and forth I would off-road this thing lol I’ll wait and hopefully they used market makes this worth it later

The key to Land Rover quality understanding is the correlation between the worker, soccer and the pub.

so where is the defender 80 ??? i'm waiting !!!!! would love to compare to the Bronco Sport which seems to get very good reviews. i will be in the market

How do ya get gear in the rear? Maybe ok at shops but towing!Do you have to unhook the boat to access??Show stopper for me,ps. All manufacturers seem to be lacking easy rear access.

Still an amazing car the true value in the tech and the way of the off road capability is great

Great video guys. Really good review. It’s a fantastic vehicle. I think u would hugely regret selling it, if u did do this. Why pay full RRP, or over, and wait a long time for the next vehicle ? In 12 months time, the semi conductor shortage problem should finally be over. 🙏🏻 Once this happens, more supply of vehicles, will finally mean some discounts off RRP will be finally available again.

So it’s been 3 years now. How’s it going?

I love JLR - But still not acceptable for car to go dealership 3 - 5 times after paying 50K...

On the JD Power scoring; I would NEVER use this as a purchase guide for my type of vehicles: 1) Obviously, a Toyo Yaris will have fewer issues off the assembly line than a Defender. Defender is a far more complicated vehicle. Want bullet proof reliability? Buy a Yaris or even better - a bi-cycle..Point is that LR ONLY make complicated 4x4 off road vehicles. 2) “Issues” like the ones you describe is really not a show stopper for me - they will not leave me stranded and will easily be fixed under warranty.

What feature on the aftermarket windshield provides that iridescent look?

When you compare the price of a First Edition Bronco to the cost of the Defender, it's not reality. I priced up a new Defender 110 vs. the Bronco 4-door (I need the rear seats for the family). As spec'd the 110 was $80K when I got everything I wanted. When I priced the Bronco, it was $59K (loaded Badlands). I'm sorry, but that's a HUGE difference. I am ordering a new Bronco when the orders are opened for the 2023 model year. I LOVED the old Defender, but at this point, if I were really serious about getting a new Defender, I'd wait and get an INEOS Grendadier. As for the reliability issues, JD Power and Associates bases their information from surveys. If more people complain about a particular car, they get dinged in the ratings. It's a "perceived quality" by the person filling out the survey (yes, I work in data analytics). I don't really pay attention to them all that much. My 2000 VW Golf that I owed from new and drove it for 235K miles was fantastic! A 2000 VW was NEVER considered the benchmark of quality, yet, my car was stellar.

My neighbor has one with thousands of dollars of aftermarket upgrades. It is a 6 month old truck; already has an electronic failure with one of headlamp clusters not working.

my brand new 110 x had a loose steering wheel clicking evey time turning around the corner or resting hands on the wheel

I just got my defender 2023 brand new in June 2023. Today my steering wheel froze and I get an alert “lane assistance not available”. Also, screen goes black very often, right door makes a noise when I open and close. I feel this car will start having a lot of issues very soon!

Have any of you ever had your engine fan continuing running with laud sounds after you turn off ur defender?

2016 defender rear windows open. I am surprised nobody reviews have complained the new defender rear window is fixed

No issues whatsoever with my D250 Commercial after 10,000 miles used all day every day in my business. Base specification with a few options and the steel wheels. Couldn't want for more.

My Jaguar XF-S is the most reliable car I've owned in 23 years of driving, nothing ever gone wrong with it. It's been more reliable than my previous BMW, Volvo, Toyota and Honda's. Will definitely be buying another 😍😎

Just do what most Range Rover drivers do - dump it once the lease/manufacture warranty is set to expire

I'm on my second defender. First 2022 broke down second day I had it. Dealer got me a new one and had to wait another 3 months for my new X to come in. Has 411 miles on it and been in the shop for almost 2 weeks now. Might be looking at Toyota and lexus...

How do you like the defender vs the L322?

I love my 110!

Great video,your next vehicle should be the Audi RSQ8,it seems to be an amazing SUV.

Please don’t reuse the music

Pretty appalling quality, even before considering the price. Most car makers figured it out decades ago and yet Land Rover hasn't.

Almost all new car these days, especially brand new model, got issues. It depends on dealer if they are reliable or not and take the crown.

You guys sold me. I’m getting a Bronco.

Hahahaha did you guys record this in lakeville down by airlake airport? Maybe we should do an off-road comparison against my lifted LR3 :)

I came for Minnesota license plate that’s it. I love Minnesota.

I test drove a 2022 110, with all options, 5.0 liter v8, the dealer went even further, gave it a bigger tires, massive nitto ridge grabbers, and custom air suspension sensor limit lever system, a small fold-out campaign cot, 2 more outlets, extra battery tray, firstaid kit, gun or fishing reel holder, small vertical toolbox set by craftsman conveniently placed in rear-passenger seat with a seat removed. all this was a consolidation of almost all techs at their dealer pitching in an idea of an ultimate overland vehicle inspired by Camel Trophy. It was an absolute dream to drive, after all that modifications, it has pricetag of 140k . then my dealer asst manager mentioned " even if we had say, 1989 Defender 110, fully kitted with similar stuff and maybe more, and with perhaps a LS swap, that 1989 defender still cost 120-140k today. value retention are extremely high for defenders today and in future. both factory stock and modified

We have a 2023 model and have had trouble with it shifting from drive to neutral at stoplights! Trouble getting it back into drive!

Sometimes if we bought a car by mistakes encountering some issues we tend to defend even though its not true….so much issues from some buyers with this brand….anyway at the end of the if you are happy buying it go for it…..

Lest face it, the new 'defender' is really a replacement for the discovery 4. The discovery 5 is so ugly it makes onions cry and real defender owners do not acknowledge the new defender as a defender.

cant go wrong with the hyundai elantra most reliable

The Bronco is not even in the same league as the Defender. And no green bubbles. Great job guys.

leta hope the engine doesn’t have stripped out bolts

Why didn't you open the rear door and show how you've used the space (or lack thereof)?

I have had many fine cars by several makers, not land rovers, but never had stuff pester me like this stuff you’re talking about. Ive had 911s, MB’s, BMWs, Lexus, land cruisers, lots of things. I’ve had 4 Acuras for example and never had anything of any kind at all minor or major ever go wrong. Not even very minor things. Nothing. They’re not Defenders. True enough. I’d never by a Bronco, certainly not for 77K. For some reason some day I might still get some Rover something. Maybe a Defender 110..maybe another one. No idea why.

I’m wondering how this white parts on sterling wheel are holding a after this 18 months?

Does anyone know if they’re still coming out with the LR Defender 80 Junior?!

Yeah but Bronco will probably last a while, whereas Defender fall apart after warranty runs out. That's usually what happens with Land Rovers, I could be wrong and things changed

great content, can you guys get a diff mic? tons of noise!

Now I know why some people only buy toyota.

How about trying an Ineos Grenadier or a Rivian for your next car.

Thanks for the honest review. 👏 $58K for a vehicle chock-full of Build Issues? And the vehicle doesn't even have a Power Driver Seat??? 🤯. Sorry but No Thanks! JLR is famous for poor quality and your experience proves it.