What is the fuel consumption of the 2026 Land Rover Defender 90 P525?
According to Natural Resources Canada, the most efficient configuration (Defender 90 P525) uses 14.5 L/100 km combined (16.2 city, 12.4 highway).
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2026 Land Rover Defender 90 P525 – Price in Canada, Specs & Trims
PriceMSRP not checked yetOfficial NRCan ratings below
- Combined
- 14.5 L/100 km
- City 16.2 · Hwy 12.4
The 2026 Land Rover Defender 90 P525 is in the Natural Resources Canada fuel-consumption ratings for new light-duty vehicles sold in Canada. 1 configuration are listed, with official L/100 km or electric range. MSRP is shown only when a separate published Canadian price has been checked.
Updated Sources: Natural Resources Canada (fuel consumption ratings)
Land Rover Defender 90 P525: quick answers
Sources: NRCan, Transport Canada, checked MSRPIs the 2026 Land Rover Defender 90 P525 available with all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain information has not been verified for all configurations.
Are there any recalls on the 2026 Land Rover Defender 90 P525?
Yes. Transport Canada has published 3 safety recalls covering the 2026 or newer Land Rover Defender 90 P525. The list, with what to do, is in the Recalls section of this page.
Is the Land Rover Defender 90 P525 fuel efficient?
Its Vehonix efficiency score is 1.6/10. It ranks #264 of 283 SUV models for fuel use.
What are the main rivals of the Land Rover Defender 90 P525?
The closest matches by body style and price are the Aston Martin DBX S, Bentley Bentayga EWB, Nissan Armada PRO-4X and Audi SQ7. The Rivals section compares price, fuel use and power.
Canadian buyer checklist
NRCan 2026 dataDrivetrain for winter
Not verified
Drivetrain information has not been verified for all configurations.
Combined fuel use (NRCan)
14.5 L/100 km
Federal Green Levy
Up to $2,000
Federal excise tax on fuel-inefficient vehicles (weighted 55% city / 45% highway rating of 13 L/100 km or more), paid by the manufacturer or importer and passed on in the price. Pickups are exempt.
Source: Natural Resources Canada 2026 Fuel Consumption Guide open data, for every rated configuration.
Quick Specifications
City fuel economy16.2 L/100 km
Highway fuel economy12.4 L/100 km
Combined fuel economy14.5 L/100 km
Vehonix efficiency score1.6/10
Dimensions, capacity and EnerGuide
Metric unitsDimensions, capacity and EnerGuide label figures have not been verified for this model yet.
Compare 2026 trims
Tap a trim for full details and province pricing| Trim | Defender 90 P525 |
|---|---|
| Powertrain | Gasoline |
| Transmission | Automatic (AS8) |
| Drivetrain | — |
| City (NRCan) | 16.2 L/100 km |
| Highway (NRCan) | 12.4 L/100 km |
| Combined (NRCan) | 14.5 L/100 km |
| CO2 | 342 g/km |
| MSRP | Not published |
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Canadian price and payments
Sales tax by province| MSRP | — |
|---|---|
| Freight and PDI | $0 |
| Dealer fees | $0 |
| Before tax | — |
| HST (13 %) | — |
| Estimated total, Ontario | — |
Enter an MSRP to see the total: it is not published in our source data for this trim.
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Features and driver assistance
No checked equipment list has been added yet. The ratings above come from the NRCan file.
What will fuel cost?
Based on your kilometres and pricesCheapest to run: Defender 90 P525, $4,492/yr · $22,460 over 5 years
Estimate from NRCan city and highway ratings, your split and your prices. Plug-in hybrids are calculated on gasoline unless comparison is on. Real-world use varies, especially in winter.
Land Rover warranty in Canada
Years / km, whichever comes first- Basic (bumper to bumper)
- Not verified
- Powertrain
- Not verified
- Corrosion perforation
- Not verified
- Roadside assistance
- Not verified
The manufacturer’s Canadian warranty has not been verified for this model yet. Terms apply to whichever comes first, years or km.
Safety and recalls
Transport Canada · updated 2026-10-193 safety recalls on file for the 2026 Land Rover Defender 90 P525.
AirbagThe connector for the driver-front airbag in the steering wheel could corrode.
Issue
On certain vehicles, the connector for the driver-front airbag in the steering wheel could corrode. As a result, the driver-front airbag may not inflate in a crash.
Note: This problem would cause the airbag warning light to turn on.
Safety Risk
An airbag that doesn't work properly could increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Corrective Actions
Land Rover will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to apply grease to the driver's airbag connector terminals.
Filed under Defender · Official Transport Canada notice ↗
Fuel SystemOn a small number of vehicles, the fuel tank may not have been manufactured properly.
Issue
On a small number of vehicles, the fuel tank may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, the wall of the fuel tank may be too thin and could leak fuel in a crash.
Safety Risk
A fuel leak can create the risk of a fire.
Corrective Actions
Land Rover will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the fuel tank.
Filed under Defender · Official Transport Canada notice ↗
Seats And RestraintsThe brackets that secure the third-row seat belt anchors may not have been manufactured properly.
Issue
On certain vehicles, the brackets that secure the third-row seat belt anchors may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, the seat belt(s) could detach in a crash.
Safety Risk
A seat belt that detaches in a crash could increase the risk of injury.
Corrective Actions
To reduce the safety risk, Land Rover recommends that you shouldn't transport passengers in the third-row seats until the recall repairs are completed. Land Rover will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to install bolt(s) to secure the third-row seat belt anchor brackets or, if necessary, replace the anchor brackets.
Filed under Defender · Official Transport Canada notice ↗
Earlier model years · 2025: 3 · 2024: 8
AirbagThe connector for the driver-front airbag in the steering wheel could corrode.
Issue
On certain vehicles, the connector for the driver-front airbag in the steering wheel could corrode. As a result, the driver-front airbag may not inflate in a crash.
Note: This problem would cause the airbag warning light to turn on.
Safety Risk
An airbag that doesn't work properly could increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Corrective Actions
Land Rover will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to apply grease to the driver's airbag connector terminals.
Filed under Defender · Official Transport Canada notice ↗
AccessoriesThis recall is for raised air intakes installed on new vehicles or sold as a dealer accessory.
Issue
This recall is for raised air intakes installed on new vehicles or sold as a dealer accessory.
On certain vehicles, the raised air intake may not have been attached properly. As a result, the raised air intake could loosen and detach while driving.
Safety Risk
A raised air intake that detaches from the vehicle could create a road hazard for others and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions
Land Rover will notify owners in writing and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to secure the raised air intake.
Filed under Defender · Official Transport Canada notice ↗
EngineThis recall is for certain replacement engines.
Issue
This recall is for certain replacement engines. The oil filter housing may not have been manufactured properly. Over time, the housing could crack and cause oil to leak onto hot components in the engine compartment.
Safety Risk
Oil that leaks onto hot components can create the risk of a fire. Additionally, an oil leak could create a hazard for others and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions
None of the affected engines have been installed in vehicles. Land Rover will instruct dealers to replace the oil filter housing assembly before each engine is installed.
Filed under Defender · Official Transport Canada notice ↗
Seats And RestraintsThe second-row seat belt(s) may not have been stitched properly.
Issue
On certain vehicles, the second-row seat belt(s) may not have been stitched properly. As a result, the seat belt(s) may not hold a person in place during a crash. Additionally, the seat belt(s) may not properly secure a child seat.
Note: The vehicle's lower universal anchorage system (UAS) is not affected by this defect and may still be used to secure a child seat.
Safety Risk
A seat belt that doesn't work properly could increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Corrective Actions
Land Rover will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, replace the second-row seat belt(s).
Filed under Defender · Official Transport Canada notice ↗
High VoltageThe DC/DC converter could fail.
Issue
On certain vehicles, the DC/DC converter could fail. As a result, the 12 V battery would not charge and a red "Stop Safely Electrical Fault Detected" warning message would be displayed. If this happens, and you continue to drive the vehicle, there could be a loss of power to the wheels and/or the vehicle's lights could turn off.
Note: This recall is an expansion of Transport Canada recall no. 2026-196. Vehicles repaired under that recall don't require this repair. This recall only affects certain mild hybrid electric vehicles (MHEV).
Safety Risk
A loss of power to the wheels could increase the risk of a crash. Exterior lights that don't work may make the vehicle less visible to others and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions
Land Rover will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to update the vehicle load balancing software.
Filed under Defender · Official Transport Canada notice ↗
AirbagThe connector for the driver-front airbag in the steering wheel could corrode.
Issue
On certain vehicles, the connector for the driver-front airbag in the steering wheel could corrode. As a result, the driver-front airbag may not inflate in a crash.
Note: This problem would cause the airbag warning light to turn on.
Safety Risk
An airbag that doesn't work properly could increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Corrective Actions
Land Rover will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to apply grease to the driver's airbag connector terminals.
Filed under Defender · Official Transport Canada notice ↗
High VoltageThe DC/DC converter could fail.
Issue
On certain vehicles, the DC/DC converter could fail. As a result, the 12 V battery would not charge and a red "Stop Safely Electrical Fault Detected" warning message would be displayed. If this happens, and you continue to drive the vehicle, there could be a loss of power to the wheels and/or the vehicle's lights could turn off.
Note: This recall only affects certain mild hybrid electric vehicles (MHEV).
Safety Risk
A loss of power to the wheels could increase the risk of a crash. Exterior lights that don't work may make the vehicle less visible to others and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions
Land Rover will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to update the vehicle load balancing software.
Filed under Defender · Official Transport Canada notice ↗
Visual SystemA software problem could cause the touch screen to remain blank when the vehicle is started.
Issue
On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the touch screen to remain blank when the vehicle is started. As a result, the rearview camera image would not appear on the display. Canadian regulations require the rearview image to display when the transmission is shifted into reverse gear.
Note: This recall only affects vehicles equipped with a 10-inch touch screen.
Safety Risk
A rearview camera image that doesn't display could reduce a driver's ability to see behind the vehicle while backing up. This could increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions
Land Rover will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to update the touch screen software.
Filed under Defender · Official Transport Canada notice ↗
AccessoriesThis recall is for raised air intakes installed on new vehicles or sold as a dealer accessory.
Issue
This recall is for raised air intakes installed on new vehicles or sold as a dealer accessory.
On certain vehicles, the raised air intake may not have been attached properly. As a result, the raised air intake could loosen and detach while driving.
Safety Risk
A raised air intake that detaches from the vehicle could create a road hazard for others and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions
Land Rover will notify owners in writing and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to secure the raised air intake.
Filed under Defender · Official Transport Canada notice ↗
EngineThis recall is for certain replacement engines.
Issue
This recall is for certain replacement engines. The oil filter housing may not have been manufactured properly. Over time, the housing could crack and cause oil to leak onto hot components in the engine compartment.
Safety Risk
Oil that leaks onto hot components can create the risk of a fire. Additionally, an oil leak could create a hazard for others and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions
None of the affected engines have been installed in vehicles. Land Rover will instruct dealers to replace the oil filter housing assembly before each engine is installed.
Filed under Defender · Official Transport Canada notice ↗
EngineThe oil filter housing may not have been manufactured properly.
Issue
On certain vehicles, the oil filter housing may not have been manufactured properly. Over time, the housing could crack and cause oil to leak onto hot components in the engine compartment.
Safety Risk
Oil that leaks onto hot components can create the risk of a fire. Additionally, an oil leak could create a hazard for others and increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Actions
Land Rover will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the oil filter housing. Land Rover advises to stop driving the vehicle and contact a dealer if you notice oil leaking or an oil warning light.
Filed under Defender · Official Transport Canada notice ↗
Recalls Transport Canada has filed under this model name. A recall may cover only some versions or build dates, so check your VIN with the manufacturer or a dealer. Transport Canada says manufacturers almost always make these repairs free of charge. How to check your vehicle →
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Against the competition
Defender 90 P525 vs rivals
The Land Rover Defender 90 P525 leads in 0 of 2 categories against 4 direct rivals.
- Combined fuel useSQ714.3 L/100 kmDefender 90 P525: #3 of 5
- Vehonix efficiency scoreSQ71.7/10Defender 90 P525: #2 of 5
Aston Martin · 2026
DBX S
MSRP not checked yet
- Combined
- 14.5 L
- Power
- —
- Vx score
- 1.6/10
Where it beats the Defender 90 P525
- Fewer 2026 recalls (2 vs 3)
Bentley · 2026
Bentayga EWB
MSRP not checked yet
- Combined
- 14.6 L
- Power
- —
- Vx score
- 1.5/10−0.1 vs the Defender 90 P525
Where it beats the Defender 90 P525
- Fewer 2026 recalls (2 vs 3)
Nissan · 2026
Armada PRO-4X
MSRP not checked yet
- Combined
- 14.4 L
- Power
- —
- Vx score
- 1.6/10
Where it beats the Defender 90 P525
- 4x4 available
- Fewer 2026 recalls (2 vs 3)
Audi · 2026
SQ7
MSRP not checked yet
- Combined
- 14.3 L−0.2 vs the Defender 90 P525
- Power
- —
- Vx score
- 1.7/10
Where it beats the Defender 90 P525
- Fewer 2026 recalls (1 vs 3)
| Spec | Land RoverDefender 90 P525This car | Aston MartinDBX S | BentleyBentayga EWB | NissanArmada PRO-4X | AudiSQ7 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Combined fuel use | 14.5 L/100 km | 14.5 L/100 km | 14.6 L/100 km | 14.4 L/100 km | 14.3 L/100 km |
| City / highway (L/100 km) | 16.2 / 12.4 | 16.4 / 12.1 | 17.1 / 11.4 | 15.7 / 12.9 | 16.3 / 11.9 |
| Vehonix efficiency score | 1.6/10 | 1.6/10 | 1.5/10 | 1.6/10 | 1.7/10 |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | Gasoline | Gasoline | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drivetrain | No | No | No | 4x4 available | No |
| Drivetrains | — | — | — | 4WD | — |
| Rated configurations | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Recalls this model year | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Compare | Head-to-head → | Head-to-head → | Head-to-head → | Head-to-head → |
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