Land Rover Defender L316
The last of the Solihull-engineered workhorses, powered by the legendary five-cylinder Td5.
- Power
- 122 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 14.3 s
- Top speed
- 81 mph
- Est. value
- $15k–$45k
About the Land Rover Defender L316
The Td5 generation represents a significant era for the Defender, featuring the last engine developed entirely in-house by Land Rover before the transition to Ford-sourced units. Introduced in 1998, the five-cylinder turbodiesel brought electronic management to the platform, offering a smoother power delivery and greater tuning potential than its Tdi predecessors. While the 90-inch wheelbase provides exceptional agility off-road, the vehicle retains the classic aluminium-on-steel construction that defined the marque for decades. Collectors prize the Td5 for its unique engine note, legendary durability, and its status as the final 'pure' Land Rover utility vehicle.
Land Rover Defender L316 specs
The Land Rover Defender L316 produces 122 bhp (91 kW) and 300 Nm (221 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 14.3 seconds and has a top speed of 81 mph (130 km/h).
| Make | Land Rover |
|---|---|
| Model | Defender |
| Generation | L316 |
| Trim | Defender 90 Td5 |
| Years | 1990–2016 |
| Type | Off-road |
| Body style | SUV |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Engine | 2.5-litre turbocharged inline-5 diesel |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2,495 cc (2.5 litres) |
| Induction | Turbocharged |
| Power | 122 bhp (91 kW) at 4,200 rpm |
| Torque | 300 Nm (221 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 4,850 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 14.3 s |
| Top speed | 81 mph (130 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Four-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,770 kg (3,902 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 69 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Land Rover Defender L316 worth?
A typical Land Rover Defender L316 is estimated to be worth $15,000 – $45,000 (about £11,000 – £34,000).
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Land Rover Defender L316 rarity in CarSpot
The Land Rover Defender L316 is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 2 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Land Rover Defender L316 fun facts
- The Td5 engine was developed under the internal codename 'Project Storm' and was originally intended to be part of a modular family of 4, 5, and 6-cylinder engines.
- Despite the '90' designation, the short-wheelbase Defender actually has a wheelbase of 92.9 inches.
- The Td5 was the first Land Rover diesel to be fully managed by an ECU, which controlled everything from fuel injection to the ABS and traction control systems.
