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Car Specifications2000 Land Rover Defender
The 2000 Land Rover Defender is a medium SUV offered in both Regular and Crew body styles. When it was new, prices in New Zealand started around $43,000.
There is 1 variant of the Defender available in New Zealand and this generation went on sale in early-1994.
The 2000 Defender was offered with a 3 year, 100,000 km warranty.
Engine options for the Land Rover Defender include 2.5L in-line 4-cylinder turbo (83kW/265Nm) and 2.5L in-line 5-cylinder turbo (90kW/300Nm). All variants feature 5-speed manual transmission. All variants feature 4x4.
- Retail Price
- $43,000 - $61,000†
- Transmission
- 5-speed manual
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Body Types
- Chassis Cab, Off-Road Commercial, Pickup, or Sport Utility Vehicle
- Powertrain Type
- N/A
- Retail Price
- $43,000 - $61,000†
- Transmission
- 5-speed manual
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Body Types
- Chassis Cab, Off-Road Commercial, Pickup, or Sport Utility Vehicle
- Powertrain Type
- N/A
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Land Rover Defender
Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
Design, size, and presence on the road
Interior
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
Protection, prevention, and alerts
Cost of Ownership
Coverage, maintenance, and peace of mind
Available Variants
The Land Rover Defender comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being Base.
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Towing & Off-Road Capability
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2025
$123,000
2026
$128,900
2025
$144,000
2026
$152,900
2025
$155,000
2026
$163,900
2025
$175,000
2026
$182,900
2026
$184,900
2025
$309,900
2026
$314,900
2025
$339,900
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Dimensions
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 3,722 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,790 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,972 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,360 mm |
| Turning Circle | 10,100 mm |
| Load Capacity | 706 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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2000 Land Rover Defender
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Land Rover Defender is the base variant that starts from $43,000.
See all Land Rover Defender PricingThe most expensive Land Rover Defender is the base variant that starts from $61,000.
See all Land Rover Defender PricingThe best towing capacity of a Land Rover Defender is offered by the base variant which can tow 3500 kg.
See all Land Rover Defender towing capacityThe largest Land Rover Defender is the base variant which measures 1790mm wide, 5130mm in length and sits 2076mm tall.
The most powerful Land Rover Defender is the base variant which has 90kW of power and 300nm of torque.
The Land Rover Defender is built in Great Britain and shipped to New Zealand.
The heaviest Land Rover Defender is the base variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 3500 kg.
The Land Rover Defender uses Diesel fuel.
† Displayed prices exclude on-road costs such as delivery charges, registration fees, number plates, insurance and applicable road taxes. These prices are subject to change without notice and may not reflect current market pricing or dealer offers.
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