Description
2023 Land Rover Defender 130 3.0 D300 X?Dynamic HSE (LWB)
A commanding blend of luxury, capability and three?row practicality
The 2023 Land Rover Defender 130 elevates the iconic Defender formula with extended length, true eight?seat versatility and the refined, muscular performance of Land Rover’s D300 mild?hybrid diesel engine. Designed for families, adventurers and professional users alike, it combines unmistakable presence with exceptional all?terrain capability.
Design & Presence
From the front, the Defender 130 retains the bold, modern aesthetic of the 90 and 110 models, but its longer body—over a foot longer than the 110—adds visual presence and increased practicality without compromising the Defender’s signature character. The extended rear section is seamlessly integrated into the silhouette, giving this long?wheelbase model a confident, purposeful stance.
Power & Performance
At the heart of this Defender 130 is the 3.0?litre D300 mild?hybrid (MHEV) diesel, delivering:
300 hp and 650 Nm of torque
Smooth 8?speed automatic transmission and all?wheel drive
Refined power delivery from its straight?six turbocharged configuration
This engine provides decisive performance—0–62 mph in 7.5 seconds—while maintaining excellent torque and composure on and off the road.
Ride & Capability
With its advanced air suspension and renowned Land Rover off?road systems, the Defender 130 delivers outstanding comfort on UK roads and confident capability on demanding terrain. Testers praise its composed driving dynamics, modest body roll and outstanding grip despite its substantial size.
Just like its smaller siblings, the 130 is engineered not to compromise the Defender’s legendary off?road performance—featuring the same intelligent four?wheel?drive systems and electronic terrain technologies.
Interior & Technology
Inside, the Defender 130 offers a cabin that mixes rugged durability with modern sophistication:
Same robust, utilitarian Defender dashboard with practical storage solutions
Large central touchscreen paired with a digital driver display
Premium seating comfort with a high?mounted gear selector for better control
Third?row seating transforms the Defender 130 into a true eight?seat SUV, with clever packaging and generous glass areas to maintain a sense of space. Practicality is central to its design, with flexible seat folding and a highly usable layout.
Practicality & Space
The Defender 130 offers substantial boot space even with passengers on board, and significantly more with rows folded—up to 1,876 litres in maximum load configuration.
Whether for family adventures or professional utility, this LWB Defender is engineered to carry people and equipment in comfort.
Efficiency & Emissions
The D300 diesel MHEV engine is engineered for refinement and efficiency, with official WLTP figures reflecting strong real?world economy for a vehicle of its size. Land Rover provides detailed WLTP consumption and emissions data across driving cycles for accurate comparison.
Summary
The 2023 Land Rover Defender 130 3.0 D300 X?Dynamic HSE LWB is the most versatile and accommodating Defender available—combining eight?seat practicality, refined straight?six diesel performance and the unstoppable capability the Defender name is known for. It’s a premium long?wheelbase SUV engineered for those who need real space without sacrificing durability, technology or presence.