The 2020 Land Rover Defender is a return to the U.S. for the boxy off-roader that helped start it all. This time with far more creature comforts.
Pros Back in the USA Boxy profile Upgraded interior Legendary capability Two body styles
Cons Turbo-4 for the big Defender 110? Pricey off-roader Odd looks at the rear Interior comfort is a question Pricey off-roader Odd looks at the rear Interior comfort is a question
Fully redesigned after many decades.Much more comfort and refinement.Lots of customization options.Part of the second Defender generation introduced for 2020.
Pros Strong off-road capabilities Numerous customization options High-tech safety and off-road features
Cons Not as tough-looking as the original
Land Rover reopens the book on one of its most iconic nameplates with the all-new 2020 Defender. Its boxy shape and retro details combine with design language found on modern Land Rovers to create an appearance that's both sophisticated and nostalgic. While the 2020 Defender looks like an ordinary crossover, it has serious off-road capabilities and rugged equipment that help it live up to its go-anywhere heritage.
After being delayed a year, the plug-in hybrid powertrain finally launches on 2020 Range Rover models. Known as P400e, the electrified powertrain consists of a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder and an electric motor—together they make 398 combined horsepower—and can power the big Range Rover for up to 31 miles on electricity alone. But that's not the only powertrain change for 2020: The base V-6 engine from last year has been replaced with a turbocharged inline-six with electric assist. In the base P360, it makes 355 horsepower and in the HSE P400, it makes 395..
Pros Looks as expensive as it is, posh cabin, wide range of available engines.
Cons Clumsy handling, not enough interior storage opportunities, requires a hefty investment.
The 2020 Land Rover Range Rover comes with four wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 8-speed shiftable automatic.A new turbocharged inline-six replaces the previous supercharged V6.New plug-in hybrid powertrain.
Pros Excellent balance of off-road ability and luxury A wealth of interior and exterior options for customizing Long-wheelbase variant provides additional rear legroom Available with a diesel engine
Cons Large wheels can bring vibration and noise into the cabin at highway speeds Capability means compromise, and highway steering may be too heavy for some
The 2020 Land Rover Range Rover's #3 ranking is based on its score within the Luxury Large SUVs category. Currently the Land Rover Range Rover has a score of 8.0 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 40 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Robust powertrain options Serene ride Incredible off-road proficiency Comfortable seats
Cons A history of subpar predicted reliability ratings Infotainment system can be hard to use Small cargo hold for the class
