2021 Land Rover Defender in-depth review - was it worth the wait?

The all-new Land Rover Defender is the replacement for the long-serving previous model that was withdrawn from sale in 2016. It’s a modern take on the old car, with a design that’s a nod to the past but one that’s crammed with the latest technology. Is the new Defender worthy of the iconic badge? Nicola Hume puts it to the test to find out.

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[tridaks]

Don't know about the car, but Nicola is by far the best and most entertaining presenter Car Buyer has!.

[nicolahume]

Hey folks, quick update, when the JLR man came to collect the Defender from me, I tried to claim it as mine but he wasn’t having any of it. I told him I’d named it ‘Defender Dave’ and he still wouldn’t let me keep it.
So I can officially not mine and I’m gutted about it. I miss it every day.
Thanks for the lovely comments and stay tuned as there’s loads more to come from Rich and myself xx

[russellhumble]

I own one since Dec 20. Same model as this. Have taken it to some pretty hairy places as well as doing a 9 hour drive last weekend after getting flooded in. Love it love love it

[josephchona]

She's so full of life! Great stuff! 👍

[georgedowns]

Many are complaining on how it looks but some people just don't like change. I think it's ridiculous that people are moaning about it's off-road capabilities. Reliable it isn't but this is one awesome car and very handsome to 👍

Love the review btw. Refreshingly different 👌

[MP_pov]

I enjoyed your review, very funny and entertaining, enough to detail without overdoing it, thank you

[nohedes]

A good review, nicely balanced and informative without being too long. Kind of the way Carwow used to be, before it became a drag racing channel. I like this new Defender, not sure why it attracts so much hate from traditionalists and car reliability perverts. For the people in the market for a new £50-80k SUV to transport their family, dogs etc, I think this brings something different and I won’t be surprised if it is a success for LR. 👍👌

[neiljoseph]

Great review, Nicola and CarBuyer team! The way the stats/data are presented is really clear and I love the deal makers/breakers section. Very much looking forward to the review of the P400e. Keep up the great work! 👍🏽

[cincyrovers]

I picked up my 2021 Defender 110 S P300 last month. I’m really happy with it!

[pjohn]

Great presenter Greater personality. Been a while since I enjoyed carbuyer since matt left

[cameramania]

Best review on this vehicle available. Lots of info and well presented!!

[adamrice]

Great, comprehensive and good-humoured review 😊

[froominator]

Love the review. Carbuyer stepping up and showing how reviews should be done. Other channels (carwow) have become very biased and less informative. Keep up the great work 👍

[jonathantaylor]

This is your BEST video presentation, yet, Nicola - your actor training positively shines through...!
Super to watch... :-)

[alextoft]

Nicola is so cool! Has she done acting lessons or something? It was really funny and the silly accents made me laugh. 🤣 Good informative review as well. 😃

[mattrussell]

From waking up Sussex to reviewing cars! 👌

[davidleonard]

Really enjoy Nicolas reviews.. Witty and entertaining. My fav reviewer on you tube.

[karlpeart]

You are amazing nicola. The best car reviewer on YouTube in my opinion. Always look forward to your reviews. Keep up the amazing work xx

[nikh]

Great new presenter, geninuely impressed by the humour and enthusiasm. She should do all your reviews. With a bit more practice she could be the new Matt Watson.

[curtismorris]

Wonderful entertaining review. Just ordered my used D250 3 door SE in exchange for Tesla model 3 - I think it will be fun.