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Land Rover Defender Towing Capacity & Specs

If you're planning to haul a boat, camper, or trailer in Connecticut, the Land Rover Defender offers exceptional towing capabilities across its 90, 110, and 130 body styles. This guide breaks down the exact limits based on engine and wheelbase to help you tow safely.

Quick Answer: How much can a Defender tow? The Land Rover Defender has a maximum towing capacity of 8,201 pounds when equipped with the P400 mild-hybrid 6-cylinder or P500 V8 engine on the 110 or 130 models. The 2-door Defender 90 tops out at 7,716 pounds.

Defender Towing Capacity by Engine & Model

Engine Defender 90 Defender 110 Defender 130
2.0L P300 i4 7,716 lbs 7,716 lbs 7,716 lbs
3.0L P400 i6 MHEV 7,716 lbs 8,201 lbs 8,201 lbs
5.0L P500 V8 N/A 8,201 lbs 8,201 lbs
5.0L P525 V8 7,716 lbs 7,716 lbs N/A

Source: Land Rover North Haven in Connecticut.

Maximizing Your Towing Experience

To safely pull up to 8,201 lbs, your Defender must be equipped with trailer brakes. We also recommend the optional Advanced Tow Assist, which lets you reverse your trailer using a rotary dial rather than counter-steering with the steering wheel. If you plan to tow frequently, compare the differences between the body styles in our Defender 90 vs 110 vs 130 Guide.

Learn more about how the Defender handles rough trails with a trailer by reading our Defender Off-Road Capabilities CT guide.

Find Your Tow-Ready Defender

We stock Defenders equipped with the Towing Pack at Land Rover North Haven.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does towing void the Defender warranty?

No. As long as you stay within the 8,201-pound limit and use approved towing equipment, towing will not void your Land Rover warranty.

Can I add a tow hitch after I buy the Defender?

Yes. Our service center can retrofit genuine Land Rover towing receivers and the necessary wiring harnesses.

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