The most significant of these is a change in engine. Out goes today’s 2.4 litre diesel, which is to be replaced by a 2.2 litre unit equipped with a diesel particulate filter to meet EU5 emissions standards. It will use the existing six-speed manual gearbox.
Despite the slightly smaller capacity, the new engine’s power output of 120 bhp (90 kW / 122 PS) and maximum torque of 360 Nm (265 lb/ft) are unchanged.
Likewise, economy and CO2 emissions remain the same, which means 28.3 mpg (10.0 l/100km) on the combined cycle and 266 g/km for Defender 90 models. For the longer wheelbase 110 and 130 types, the figures are 25.5 mpg (11.1 l/100km) and 295 g/km.
Performance meanwhile is said to be largely similar, although top speed has been increased from 82 mph (131 km/h) to 90 mph (144 km/h).
Two new option packs are also being introduced. The first of these is the Off-Road Pack, which will have a price tag of £1,500 in the UK and consists of anti-lock brakes, an under-ride protection bar, a tow ball and heavy-duty wheels with MTR tyres. Secondly, there’s the £1,650 Comfort Pack, which includes electric windows, remote central locking, air conditioning and a CD player with aux-in facility.
Among the other enhancements are a full acoustic engine cover to improve refinement, standard tinted glass across the range and the option of a plain black hood for pick-up variants.
The 2012 Land Rover Defender goes on sale in the UK this November. Prices will start from £20,995 on the road.
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