Land Rover Defender 2021
Versiones, desempeño, equipamiento, consumo, seguridad y problemas conocidos, con sus ventajas y desventajas frente a modelos similares 2021.

- Clase
- SUV grande (4WD)
- Carrocerías
- 110 5 Seat 4dr SUV, 110 5+2 Seat 4dr SUV, 90 4dr SUV
- Motores
- 3.0L 6 cil. turbo, 2.0L 4 cil. turbo
- Potencia
- 296–395 hp
- Transmisión
- 8-speed Automática
- Tracción
- Tracción 4x4
- Asientos
- 5
- Combustible
- Híbrido, Gasolina premium
- MPG (mejor)
- 19 combinadas · 18 ciudad / 22 carretera
- Largo
- 170.5–187.4 in
- Peso en vacío
- 4,819–4,945 lb
- Calificación NHTSA
- Sin calificar
- Retiros
- 9 campañas
Ventajas y desventajas
Lo bueno
- Disponible en versión híbridaSe ofrece en versión híbrida además de gasolina.
- Mucha tecnología de seguridad de serie4 de las 5 asistencias clave, de serie en las versiones revisadas.
A tener en cuenta
- Requiere gasolina premiumTodas las versiones de gasolina usan premium, lo que encarece el uso diario.
Calculado con datos de la EPA, la NHTSA y vPIC frente a 35 modelos similares 2021; no es una reseña. Cómo lo calculamos →
Resumen
El Land Rover Defender 2021 es un SUV grande disponible con 2 motores (3.0L 6 cil. turbo y 2.0L 4 cil. turbo), incluida una versión híbrida, con tracción 4x4.
Mide unas 187 pulgadas de largo y 79 de ancho, con una distancia entre ejes de 119 pulgadas, y pesa alrededor de 4,819 lb (110 5 Seat 4dr SUV).
La EPA califica su versión más eficiente con 19 MPG combinadas (18 en ciudad / 22 en carretera), un 1 % mejor que el promedio de su clase (SUV grande, 2021: 18.8 MPG), con un gasto estimado de $4,350 al año en combustible.
La NHTSA no ha publicado una calificación general de 5 estrellas para este año modelo.
Tiene 9 campañas de retiro registradas y los propietarios han presentado 42 quejas ante la NHTSA desde 2015, sobre todo por problemas de iluminación exterior.
Novedades del 2021
Sin cambios en motores, versiones, tracción, tamaño, consumo EPA ni calificación NHTSA respecto al Defender 2020: un año sin cambios según los datos.
Comparado con 2020; no incluye cambios de versiones, equipamiento ni precio. Ver el Defender 2020 →
Versiones, desempeño y equipamiento
Versiones
Seguridad y asistencias al conductor
Fabricado en: Nitra, Slovakia
NHTSA vPIC, según el fabricante, para 5 configuraciones del Defender 2021; puede no incluir todas las versiones. Cómo lo calculamos →
Dimensiones y peso
| Carrocería | Largo | Ancho | Alto | Distancia entre ejes | Vía del. / tras. | Peso en vacío | Peso del./tras. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 110 5 Seat 4dr SUV | 187.4 in | 79.1 in | 77.6 in | 118.9 in | 67.3 / 66.9 in | 4,819 lb | 49/51 |
| 110 5+2 Seat 4dr SUV | 187.4 in | 79.1 in | 77.6 in | 118.9 in | 67.3 / 66.9 in | 4,945 lb | 49/51 |
| 90 4dr SUV | 170.5 in | 79.1 in | 77.6 in | 102 in | 67.3 / 66.9 in | 4,835 lb | 50/50 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), medidas del mercado canadiense.
¿Cabe en tu garaje? Compruébalo con tus medidas →Motores, consumo y costo de uso
| Versión | Motor | Transmisión | Tracción | Ciudad / Carr. / Comb. | vs. su clase | Combustible / año | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Defender 110 MHEV Híbrido | 3.0L 6 cil. turbo | Automática (S8) | Tracción 4x4 | 17 / 22 / 19 | +1% | $4,350 | 462 |
| Defender 90 MHEV Híbrido | 3.0L 6 cil. turbo | Automática (S8) | Tracción 4x4 | 17 / 22 / 19 | +1% | $4,350 | 462 |
| Defender 90 | 2.0L 4 cil. turbo | Automática (S8) | Tracción 4x4 | 18 / 21 / 19 | +1% | $4,350 | 466 |
| Defender 110 | 2.0L 4 cil. turbo | Automática (S8) | Tracción 4x4 | 17 / 20 / 18 | -4% | $4,550 | 492 |
Estimaciones de la EPA; "vs. su clase" compara las MPG combinadas con el promedio 2021 de su clase EPA. Cómo lo calculamos →
Calificaciones de seguridad y tecnología
La NHTSA no ha publicado calificaciones de 5 estrellas para el Land Rover Defender 2021.
SUV grande similares 2021
| Modelo | Mejor MPG / autonomía | General NHTSA | Retiros |
|---|---|---|---|
| Land Rover Defender 2021 (este auto) | 19 MPG | Sin calificar | 9 |
| Mercedes-Benz G-Class 2021 | 18 MPG | Sin calificar | 0 |
| Tesla Model Y 2021 | 326 mi | Sin calificar | 23 |
| Porsche Cayenne 2021 | 21 MPG | Sin calificar | 7 |
| BMW X5 2021 | 23 MPG | ★★★★★ | 12 |
| BMW X3 2021 | 27 MPG | ★★★★★ | 10 |
| Lexus RX 2021 | 30 MPG | Sin calificar | 2 |
Retiros (9)
Texto oficial de la NHTSA (en inglés).
Sistema eléctrico › Propulsion System › Dc/Dc Converter · 17 sept 2026
Campaña NHTSA 26V599000 · 23,677 vehículos
- Problema
- Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2019-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Sport, 2020-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque, Land Rover Range Rover, Land Rover Discovery Sport, Land Rover Defender, 2021-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Velar, Jaguar E-Pace, F-Pace, and Land Rover Discovery vehicles. The DC-DC converter may malfunction due to an electrical overload that can occur during high power demand. Additionally, a software error can cause the DC-DC converter to stop functioning at vehicle start-up under certain circumstances. Failure of the DC-DC converter will result in the loss of 12-Volt system charging and can lead to complete loss of drive power and exterior lighting.
- Riesgo
- A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
- Solución
- Dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed November 13, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Land Rover's customer service at 800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is E008. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 26V248.
Bolsas de aire › Frontal · 12 jun 2026
Campaña NHTSA 26V389000 · 250,857 vehículos
- Problema
- Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2020-2026 Land Rover Defender, 2021-2026 Discovery, and 2022-2026 Range Rover vehicles. The driverâs air bag clockspring connector may corrode, which can cause the air bag not to deploy as intended.
- Riesgo
- An air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury in a crash.
- Solución
- Dealers will apply a protective lubricant gel to the driverâs air bag connector terminals, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed August 3, 2026. Owners may contact Land Rover's customer service at 800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is D120.
Sistema eléctrico › Propulsion System › Dc/Dc Converter · 17 abr 2026
Campaña NHTSA 26V248000 · 170,169 vehículos
- Problema
- Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Velar and Land Rover Discovery, 2020-2023 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque, 2019-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Sport, 2020-2024 Land Rover Range Rover, 2020 Land Rover Discovery Sport, 2020-2024 Land Rover Defender, 2021-2024 Jaguar F-Pace, and 2021-2022 Jaguar E-Pace mild-hybrid electric vehicles (MHEVs). Insufficient electrical load balancing during times of high demand can lead to a current overload condition and malfunction of the DCDC converter. A failure of the DC-DC converter will result in a loss of 12-Volt system charging and can lead to complete loss of drive power and exterior lighting.
- Riesgo
- A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
- Solución
- Dealers will update the central software, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed June 17, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Land Rover's customer service at 800-637-6837. Land Rover's numbers for this recall are D126 and H575.
Motor y refrigeración › Motor › Oil/Lubrication · 2 feb 2023
Campaña NHTSA 23V044000 · 6,724 vehículos
- Problema
- Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Range Rover Sport, 2020-2023 Range Rover, Defender, 2022-2023 Discovery, and 2023 Range Rover Velar vehicles. The engine cam carrier oil channel may be blocked, which can lead to an oil leak.
- Riesgo
- An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
- Solución
- Dealers will inspect and replace the engine cam carrier and related components as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 29, 2023. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N763.
Cinturones de seguridad › Front › Retractor · 26 ago 2021
Campaña NHTSA 21V668000 · 32,687 vehículos
- Problema
- Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2021 Range Rover, 2022 Range Rover Sport, 2020-2021 Range Rover Velar, Discovery Sport, 2020-2022 Discovery, and Defender vehicles. The seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly.
- Riesgo
- An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
- Solución
- Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed October 20, 2021. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N630.
Silla infantil › Vehicle Latch Anchor · 29 jul 2021
Campaña NHTSA 21V584000 · 7,027 vehículos
- Problema
- Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Land Rover Defender vehicles. The owner's manual incorrectly states that the third-row seating is equipped with LATCH child seat restraints with top tethers. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 225, "Child Restraint Anchorage Systems."
- Riesgo
- Incorrect child restraint information may result in a child seat being improperly secured, which can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
- Solución
- Land Rover will mail owners the correct information to insert into the owner's manual, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on September 23, 2021. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N601.
Asientos · 1 jul 2021
Campaña NHTSA 21V499000 · 603 vehículos
- Problema
- Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2021 Defender 90 vehicles equipped with manually-adjustable front seats. The front seat track end-stop bracket may become deformed, which could prevent the seat from locking into place.
- Riesgo
- A seat that is not properly locked into place can move unintentionally during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Solución
- Dealers will replace the front seat tracks, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 28, 2021. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N609.
Iluminación exterior › Turn Signal · 8 jun 2021
Campaña NHTSA 21V435000 · 2,622 vehículos
- Problema
- Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Defender X vehicles equipped with smoked rear light assemblies. A voltage spike, triggered by a bright light shining on the rear of the vehicle, can cause the turn signals, brake lights, and tail lights to fail.
- Riesgo
- Turn signals, brake lights, and tail lights that fail to illuminate can reduce visibility to other drivers and increase the risk of a crash.
- Solución
- Dealers will replace the rear light assemblies, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 27, 2021. Owners can contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N598.
Sistema eléctrico › Software · 3 jun 2021
Campaña NHTSA 21V424000 · 163 vehículos
- Problema
- Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Land Rover Defender vehicles equipped with 6-cylinder engines. The Powertrain Control Module (PCM) may unexpectedly switch off while the vehicle is in motion, resulting in an engine stall with no warning.
- Riesgo
- An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
- Solución
- The Connected Diagnostic Services (CDS) and the Over-the-air (OTA) diagnostics functionality will be disabled, either by a dealer or through an OTA update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 28, 2021. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N599.
No todos los Defender 2021 están afectados: solo el VIN lo confirma.
Problemas reportados por propietarios
Reportes sin verificar; los más vendidos acumulan más.
Lista para comprar un Land Rover Defender 2021 usado
- Consulta el VIN en nhtsa.gov/recalls. 9 retiros en este año: pide comprobantes de reparación.
- Iluminación exterior — 16 reportes de propietarios. Revisa todas las luces exteriores, los limpiaparabrisas y que el parabrisas no tenga grietas.
- Visibility/Wiper — 12 reportes de propietarios. Revisa todas las luces exteriores, los limpiaparabrisas y que el parabrisas no tenga grietas.
- Sistema eléctrico — 5 reportes de propietarios. Prueba todas las ventanas, seguros, luces, pantallas y puertos USB; revisa la antigüedad de la batería.
- Millaje a vigilar. Los propietarios suelen reportar problemas alrededor de las 35,000 millas; pregunta qué se reparó cerca de ese punto.
- Sistema híbrido. Busca luces de advertencia del sistema híbrido y pregunta si la batería de alto voltaje se reemplazó o sigue en garantía.
- Antes de pagar: historial de servicio, reporte de antecedentes e inspección de un mecánico independiente.
Generado por DecodedCars a partir de retiros y quejas de propietarios ante la NHTSA para el Land Rover Defender 2021. No sustituye una inspección profesional.
Otros años del Defender
Comparar todos los años →| Año | MPG (mejor) | Largo | General | Retiros | Quejas |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Defender 2027 | 18 | – | Sin calificar | 0 | 0 |
| Defender 2026 | 20 | 187.4 in | Sin calificar | 3 | 6 |
| Defender 2025 | 19 | 187.4 in | Sin calificar | 1 | 13 |
| Defender 2024 | 20 | 200.8 in | Sin calificar | 7 | 27 |
| Defender 2023 | 20 | 187.4 in | Sin calificar | 9 | 87 |
| Defender 2022 | 19 | 187.4 in | Sin calificar | 6 | 76 |
| Defender 2020 | 19 | 187.4 in | Sin calificar | 7 | 58 |
Fuentes: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Sin afiliación con la NHTSA, la EPA ni Land Rover. Cómo lo calculamos →