Thread: The New Defender

Originally Posted by LRD414

I had a go at the Australian configurator this morning. Couple of thoughts ....

18" wheels only available with 4cyl engines.
The 6cyl engine must have bigger brakes.

Tow receiver is an option not seen in UK configurator so I reckon a 350kg ball weight will be forthcoming.
This is the same as my D4; handbook states 150kg but an extra Aus section covers the increase to 350kg

Winch not shown as an option but a winch accessory pack is there.
I think this means it will be something that comes later.

Hard to know if the Terrain Response 2 package is worth it compared to standard Terrain Response.
Rear ediff is a selectable option, so I guess that combined with standard TR will be the go.

The "bullbar" seems to be offered for Aus only and looks pathetic.
Not a show-stopper for me.

Some of the other accessories look cool but I suspect will be very expensive especially if UK prices are anything to go by.

Overall I'm confident that one will replace my D4 in a few years.

Cheers,
Scott

Cheers, good info

I didn't notice a bullbar last night?

Was it the Tube bar or the A frame plastic type?

Should I trade-in my Puma 110 or D4 or both?

Originally Posted by blackrangie

I didn't notice a bullbar last night?

Was it the Tube bar or the A frame plastic type?

Tubular but very spindly without a solid steel element at bumper level.

Originally Posted by LRD414

Tubular but very spindly without a solid steel element at bumper level.

Cheers, Can you post your build link or pm, or put a photo up?

YouTube

From another forum

Data comparison:

LR4 (Off-road mode)
Approach: 32.2
Breakover: 22.8
Departure: 26.7
Ground Clearance: 9.4
Wading Depth: 27.56
Curb weight: 5,655 lbs

Source: Land Rover LR4 - Vehicle Specifications | Land Rover USA

New Defender (Off-road mode)
Approach: 38
Breakover (90): 31
Breakover (110): 28
Departure: 40
Ground Clearance: 11.5
Wading Depth: 35.4
Curb weight (90): 4,830
Curb weight (110): 4,815 - 5,165 lbs

Source: Land Rover Luxury & Compact SUVs - Official Site | Land Rover USA

This is cool!

So configurable terrain response is the go.

Interesting. I have been wondering what you get with the TR2 and whether it's worth it compared to standard TR combined with a rear ediff.
In the end it'll depend on cost because I believe standard TR with an ediff will be pretty much unstoppable.

Scott

Originally Posted by blackrangie

This is cool!

So configurable terrain response is the go.