The 2026 Land Rover Defender is 186.6″ long, 79.1″ wide and 77.6″ tall on a 114.6″ wheelbase, and weighs 5,031 lb. At 15.6 ft it fits a standard garage and leaves 2.4 ft spare in an 18-foot street space.
Every Land Rover Defender generation, measured
The biggest change in weight came in 1994: 641 lb lighter than before.
| Generation | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1993 | 181.1″ | 70.5″ | 81.5″ | 109.8″ | 4,850 lb |
| 1994 | 170.9″ | 70.5″ | 81.1″ | 101.6″ | 4,209 lb |
| 1997 | 160.2″ | 70.5″ | 80.3″ | 92.9″ | 3,567 lb |
| 2020–2026 | 187.4″ | 79.1″ | 77.6″ | 118.9″ | 4,835 lb |
Defender year by year
| Model year | Length | Width | Wheelbase | Curb weight | Body styles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 186.6″ | 79.1″ | 114.6″ | 4 | |
| 2025 | 186.6″ | 79.1″ | 114.6″ | 4 | |
| 2024 | 186.6″ | 79.1″ | 114.6″ | 4 | |
| 2023 | 186.6″ | 79.1″ | 114.6″ | 4 | |
| 2022 | 181.9″ | 79.1″ | 113.4″ | 3 | |
| 2021 | 181.9″ | 79.1″ | 113.4″ | 3 | |
| 2020 | 181.9″ | 79.1″ | 113.4″ | 3 | |
| 1997 | 160.2″ | 70.5″ | 92.9″ | 1 | |
| 1994 | 170.9″ | 70.5″ | 101.6″ | 2 | |
| 1993 | 181.1″ | 70.5″ | 109.8″ | 1 |
Defender on the used market
In 269 Defender listings we have collected since June 2026, the 2020–2026 car is the most common: 237 of them (88%), at an average asking price of $66,109. ForCar visitors have decoded 192 Defender VINs; the most checked model years are 2023, 2026 and 2024.
| Generation | Listings | Share | Average asking price | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020–2026 | 237 | 88% | $66,109 | 28,468 mi |
| 1997 | 6 | 2% | $83,327 | 52,882 mi |
| Other years | 22 | 8% | $53,905 | 55,921 mi |
Will a Defender fit
| Space | Typical size | This car | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single garage | 20 ft deep | 15.6 ft | Fits, with room to open the door |
| Street parking space | 18 ft | 15.6 ft | Fits comfortably |
| Standard parking bay width | 8.5 ft wide | 6.6 ft | Room to open doors both sides |
Against cars of the same length
Among the 1,113 cars within 10″ of its length, the Defender is heavier than 95% and wider than 96%, and has a longer wheelbase than 88%.
| Measure | This car | Typical of 1,113 cars within 10″ of its length | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Width | 79.1″ | 72.4″ | +6.7″ |
| Wheelbase | 114.6″ | 108.7″ | +5.9″ |
| Curb weight | 5,031 lb | 3,713 lb | +1,318 lb |
Defender against its rivals
Next to the Genesis GV80 and Jeep Wagoneer S, the Defender is the shortest and the widest of the three.
| Model | Model year | Length | Width | Curb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Land Rover Defender (this car) | 2026 | 186.6″ | 79.1″ | 5,031 lb |
| Genesis GV80 | 2026 | 194.9″ | 77.6″ | 4,954 lb |
| Jeep Wagoneer S | 2026 | 192.5″ | 74.8″ | 5,668 lb |
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2026 Defender bigger than the 2025?
No. The 2026 and 2025 Defender are the same size and weight.
Which is bigger, the Defender or the Genesis GV80?
The 2026 Genesis GV80 is 8.3″ longer and 77 lb lighter than the 2026 Defender.
How much does a used Defender cost?
In our listings collected since June 2026, the average asking price runs from $83,327 for the 1997 car to $66,109 for the 2020–2026 one, across 269 listings.
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