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Land Rover Defender Towing Capacity

2025 Defender

If you are looking for a luxurious yet powerful vehicle to drive around Rumson, chances are that you have considered the 2025 Defender. As stately, elegant, and distinguished as it is, the exterior of the Defender makes a statement anywhere it goes. But, a practical driver such as yourself probably focuses on performance, such as the Defender towing capacity and the engine specs that enable it. So in this overview, we’ll focus on performance, and answer the question “How much can a Defender tow?”

2025 Defender Engine Specs: Defender Towing Capacity

So, how much can a Defender tow? In short, it depends on which trim you choose, since the 2025 Defender trims are each equipped with one of four engines that vary in performance. We have listed each available engine option along with basic engine specifications and towing capacities below. Please review them and consider contacting our parts and service department if you have any questions for our skilled technicians and knowledgeable representatives:

2.0L 4-cylinder turbocharged gas engine (P300 Gas)

Available on: Defender 90 S, Defender 110 S, Defender 130 S

  • Horsepower: 296 hp @ 5,500 rpm
  • Torque: 295 lb-ft of torque @ 1,500-4,500 rpm
  • Maximum towing capacity: 7,716 pounds

3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged gas MHEV (P400 Gas Mild Hybrid)

Available on: Defender 90 X-Dynamic SE, Defender 110 S, Defender 110 X-Dynamic SE, Defender 110 X, Defender 130 S, Dynamic 130 X-Dynamic SE, Defender 130 X, Defender 130 Outbound

  • Horsepower: 395 hp @ 5,500-6,500 rpm
  • Torque: 406 lb-ft of torque @ 2,000-5,000 rpm
  • Maximum towing capacity: 8,201 pounds

5.0L V8 supercharged gas engine (P500 Gas Mild Hybrid)

Available on: Defender 110 X-Dynamic SE, Defender 130 V8

  • Horsepower: 493 hp
  • Torque: 450 lb-ft of torque @ 2,500-5,000 rpm
  • Maximum towing capacity: 8,200 pounds

5.0L V8 supercharged gas engine (P525 Gas)

Available on: Defender 90 V8, Defender 110 V8

  • Horsepower: 518 hp @ 6,500 rpm
  • Torque: 461 lb-ft of torque @ 2,500-5,500 rpm
  • Maximum towing capacity: 8,201 pounds

If you would like to inquire about our new vehicle offers and financing options or would like a tour of our inventory, contact us. We would gladly assist you and answer any questions you may have.

2025 Defender Towing Capacity: Towing Packages

To assist in maximizing the Defender towing capacity, you can purchase an additional Towing Package. There are two variants of the Towing Pack. One is available across trims and body styles, and the other is only available for the Defender X trim with the 110 and 130 body styles. Please review them below, and consider how they’ll assist you when you tow a trailer through Colts Neck:

Defender 90, 110, 130

Towing Pack

  • All Terrain Progress Control (ATPC)
  • Terrain Response 2
  • Configurable Terrain Response
  • Advanced Tow Assist
  • Tow hitch receiver

Defender 110, 130

Towing Pack

  • Advanced Tow Assist
  • Tow hitch receiver

If you have questions about the price of either Towing Package or wish to know how they assist in reaching the Defender towing capacity on a given trim, please do not hesitate to reach out to us. We would be happy to help you.

Explore the 2025 Defender With Land Rover Monmouth

Thank you for reading. We hope we have successfully answered the question “How much can the Defender tow?” in this overview. Now that you have a good idea of what the 2025 Defender towing capacity is, visit our dealership in Eatontown to pick out and test-drive a new Defender to see if it is the one you want to drive back home to Red Bank. Take care, and we hope to see you soon.

2024 Land Rover Defender
 
The Defender is a rugged and refined Land Rover SUV that can deliver strong performance on and off the road. How much can a Defender tow? The Defender towing capacity is 7,716 to 8,201 pounds depending on which configuration you choose. Learn more in this Defender towing guide from Land Rover Monmouth, then visit our dealership in Eatontown to take an exciting new Defender out for a test drive today! 

How Much Can a Defender Tow?

The 2024 Defender continues to build on the storied history of this superior all-terrain Land Rover SUV. Whether cruising the streets of Rumson or tackling the toughest trails outside of Colts Neck, you’ll enjoy dynamic performance capabilities that will serve you well wherever you drive. How much can a Defender tow? The 2024 Defender towing capacity you can expect will differ depending on which one of the five available engines your model is equipped with. Check out the Defender towing capacity and output for each engine below:

2.0L P300 I4 Gasoline Engine

  • Max towing capacity of 7,716-pound
  • Generates 296 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque

3.0L P300 I6 Gas MHEV Engine

  • Max towing capacity of 7,716-pound 
  • Generates 296 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque

3.0L P400 I6 Gasoline MHEV Engine

  • Max towing capacity of 8,201 pounds 
  • Generates 395 hp and 406 lb-ft of torque

5.0L P500 V8 Gas Engine

  • Max towing capacity of 8,201 pounds
  • Generates 493 hp and 461 lb-ft of torque

5.0L P525 V8 Gas Engine

  • Max towing capacity of 7,716 pounds
  • Generates 518 hp and 461 lb-ft of torque

Defender Towing Features

The 2024 Defender towing is further enhanced by performance features that help to ensure you enjoy a safe and successful towing experience on Red Bank roads and beyond. Just take a look at some of the Defender towing and performance features you can look forward to: 

  • Advanced Tow Assist – Adjusts counter-steering and displays trailer direction while reversing.
  • Hill Launch Control and Gradient Release Control – Helps you to tow up steep inclines and keep your vehicle from rolling backward.
  • All-Wheel Drive with Electronic Traction Control – Automatically adjusts to wet, slippery, and uneven terrain to maintain traction.
  • Twin-Speed Transmission – Offers improved control on and off the road.
  • Configurable Terrain Response – This class-exclusive feature allows you to customize powertrain, steering differentials, and traction control settings.
  • Terrain Response 2 – Automatic Mode adapts the terrain program to current driving conditions.
  • Electronic Active Differential – Regulates power distribution to all four wheels to enhance traction and control.
  • ClearSight Ground View – Cameras stream a real time ground view to your central screen to help you avoid any obstacles while off-roading.
  • All-Terrain Progress Control – Regulates vehicle speed for optimum performance in challenging off-road conditions.

Get Behind the Wheel of a New Defender at Land Rover Monmouth

The friendly and knowledgeable sales associates at Land Rover Monmouth in Eatontown are standing by to fill you in on the Defender towing capacity, performance features, and more. Meanwhile, make sure to explore our new vehicle specials and current Defender lease offers to see how much you can save on this exceptional Land Rover SUV. If you have any questions or would like to schedule a test drive, please contact us online or give us a call at (732) 335-7731.                                                                                    

2021 Land Rover Defender Towing Trailer
 
How much can a Land Rover Defender tow? Ultimately, the Land Rover Defender towing capacity depends on your engine! A Defender with the standard P300 i4 can tow up to 7,716 pounds, while a model with the optional P400 i6 can tow up to 8,201 pounds. That’s true for both two-door Defender 90 models and four-door Defender 110 configurations, so you’ll be prepped for adventure no matter which you choose!

Land Rover Defender Engine Options

So, which Land Rover Defender is right for you? Although the engine certainly isn’t the only factor you’ll want to consider, it’s a factor that’s far too important to ignore! Here’s a brief overview of your two options:

P300 i4 – 296 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque

  • Paired with an automatic transmission
  • 17 mpg city and 20 mpg highway
  • Top speed of 119 mph, 0-60 in 7.7 seconds

P400 i6 – 395 hp and 406 lb-ft of torque

  • Paired with an automatic transmission
  • 17 mpg city and 22 mpg highway
  • Top speed of 119 mph, or 129 mph with 22-inch wheels, 0-60 in 5.8 seconds

A Note on Defender Trim Levels: The Defender 90 is currently only offered in its First Edition (P400) trim. The Defender 110 can be had in base, S, SE, HSE, First Edition, and X trim levels. The smaller engine is only standard on the 110 base and the 110 S; all other models receive the P400 i6. You can enjoy the Land Rover Defender SUV’s impressive off-road capabilities with any configuration.

Defender Towing Features for Rumson Adventurers

The 2020 Land Rover Defender towing capacity is impressive no matter which model you settle on for your Colts Neck and Red Bank drives. However, if you do decide to upgrade, you’ll receive plenty of features that making towing even easier and more enjoyable. Here’s what you should keep in mind:

  • Even if you choose the most affordable Land Rover Defender 110, you’ll receive Blind Spot Assist, Lane Keep Assist, Emergency Braking, Electronic Air Suspension with Adaptive Dynamics, and a 3D Surround Camera.
  • As you move down the line, you’ll encounter 19 and 20-inch wheel upgrades, an Electronic Active Differential with Torque Vectoring by Braking, a Head-Up Display, LED headlights with Auto High Beam Assist, a Clear Exit Monitor, a Rear Traffic Monitor, All-Terrain Progress Control, and much more.

Wondering what to expect from the rest of the cabin? We’ve already covered the Land Rover Defender interior in detail!

Find Your New Defender at Land Rover Monmouth!

While you’re here, make sure to take the time to check out our new vehicle specials and our Monmouth lease offers. We’re here to help you get into the Land Rover Defender you’ve been dreaming of, and we’ve even made it easy to shop for your new ride online, at home in Rumson or Eatontown! Don’t wait to get started.

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