2026 Land Rover Defender fuel economy
The EPA lists 2 versions of the 2026 Land Rover Defender. Combined fuel economy ranges from 16 to 18 MPG; the most efficient version is rated 17 city / 19 highway.
At a glance
- Combined
- 16 to 18 MPG depending on version
- City and highway
- 17 and 19 most efficient version
- Yearly fuel cost
- $4,550 EPA estimate, most efficient version
Source: U.S. EPA fueleconomy.gov
Every version the EPA tested
| Version | Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Defender 130 Outbound Automatic (S8) | 6-cyl 3.0L Hybrid | 4-Wheel Drive | 17 | 19 | 18 MPG | $4,550 |
| Defender 130 Automatic (S8) | 8-cyl 5.0L | 4-Wheel Drive | 14 | 19 | 16 MPG | $5,150 |
At EPA assumptions, the most efficient version costs about $4,550 per year in fuel, versus $5,150 for the least efficient.