How much does the 2024 Land Rover Defender cost?

Prices have softened 13.18% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 2,019 listings available, which suggests you have a meaningful amount of inventory to compare.

If you find a listing below $60,846.80, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

Is the 2024 Land Rover Defender a good car?

Yes — the 2024 Land Rover Defender earns a 5/5 user rating and a 7.67/10 expert rating. The model scores 9/10 across Form and function and Technology.

It stands out for buyers who want a rugged-yet-refined luxury SUV with legitimate off-road ability, and it also brings a long list of standard interior and safety features. The trade-offs are that handling is more cumbersome than most luxury SUVs and fuel economy is below average.

The market also looks reasonably supportive, with 34.2% of listings marked as good or great deals.

Is the 2024 Land Rover Defender reliable?

Owners rate it 5/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

The Defender’s appeal comes from its durable, adventure-ready character paired with a more sophisticated modern design. Its broad lineup and standard equipment help it feel substantial rather than stripped down, which is a good sign for used buyers who want a vehicle that feels well equipped.

The powertrain lineup also suggests strong everyday usability, with multiple engine choices and full-time active four-wheel drive across the range. If you buy used, the main long-term ownership risk is that its premium hardware and off-road-focused setup can make upkeep and daily use more demanding than a typical SUV.

What should I look for when buying a used 2024 Land Rover Defender?

Accident-free inventory is excellent at 93.5% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

You should still run a vehicle history report and prioritize a pre-purchase inspection, especially if the truck has been used for towing or off-road driving. Focus on signs of wear in the cabin, suspension, and exterior trim, since this model’s appeal often depends on condition as much as mileage. It’s also worth checking that the equipment you want is actually present, because the Defender’s trim and option spread can change the ownership experience a lot.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The S trim includes 19-inch alloy wheels, power-adjustable front seats, heated front seats, partial leather upholstery, dual-zone automatic climate control, a panoramic glass roof, and a heated and power-adjustable steering wheel. It also comes standard with remote keyless entry, satellite radio, HD radio, and a 10-speaker Meridian sound system. The X-Dynamic SE adds 20-inch alloy wheels, distinctive styling touches, and ventilated front seats with additional power adjustments. The X adds a digital rearview mirror camera and partial Windsor leather upholstery. The Carpathian Edition brings 22-inch wheels and blacked-out exterior and interior accents. The Outbound removes the third row for more cargo space.
• Powertrain: The lineup starts with a turbocharged four-cylinder P300 with 296 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque. The mild-hybrid turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six P400 makes 395 hp and 406 lb-ft of torque. Two supercharged 5.0-liter V8s are also offered, with the P500 making 493 hp and 450 lb-ft of torque and the P525 making 518 hp and 461 lb-ft of torque. All engines use an eight-speed automatic and full-time active four-wheel drive.
• Safety package: Standard driver assistance includes forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, adaptive cruise control, pedestrian detection, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, traffic sign recognition, automatic high beams, rain-sensing windshield wipers, and a 360-degree parking camera system.
• Infotainment: The Defender uses a 12.3-inch fully digital instrument panel and an 11.4-inch touchscreen. It comes standard with navigation, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth, satellite radio, HD radio, and a 10-speaker Meridian stereo system.
• Fuel efficiency: The most efficient configuration is the 90 with the mild-hybrid six-cylinder, at 18 mpg city, 22 highway, 20 combined. The base four-cylinder in the 90 returns 18 city, 21 highway, 19 combined. The 110 with the six-cylinder returns 17 city, 20 highway, 18 combined. The least efficient version is the 110 with the V8, at 14 city, 19 highway, 16 combined. In combined driving, one test returned 16.3 mpg. All engine options require premium fuel.

Which 2024 Land Rover Defender trim should I buy?

The 2024 Land Rover Defender is offered in 5 trim levels: S, X-Dynamic SE, X, Carpathian Edition, and Outbound.

Here's the short version:

• Base trim: The S is the most straightforward choice, but it lacks the extra styling, seating upgrades, and premium touches found higher up the range.
• Sweet-spot trim: The X-Dynamic SE looks like the best balance if you want more presence and comfort without jumping all the way to the top.
• Premium/top trim: The X and Carpathian Edition add more upscale equipment and a more distinctive look, while the Outbound is better if cargo space matters more than a third row.

The standard safety package is broad across the lineup, but the lane-departure and lane-keeping assist intervention can feel overly touchy.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2024 Land Rover Defender?

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market.

• Deal availability: 34.2% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 2,019 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 13.18% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 93.5% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $60,846.80, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2024 Land Rover Defender's resale value?

The current average of $60,824 sits slightly below last year's $70,060.

That price movement suggests the market has softened, which can help you buy more carefully now but may also limit near-term upside if you plan to resell soon. For a future seller, the key is to buy well and keep the vehicle in strong condition, because premium SUVs tend to reward clean history and desirable equipment. The Defender’s strong owner satisfaction should help support demand over time.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 5/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2024 Land Rover Defender safe?

It earns a 8/10 safety score from our experts.

The Defender comes with an extensive list of standard driver assistance features, including forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, adaptive cruise control, pedestrian detection, blind-spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert. Other standard safety tech includes traffic sign recognition, automatic high beams, rain-sensing windshield wipers, and a 360-degree parking camera system.

One caveat is that the lane-departure and lane-keeping assist intervention can feel too touchy and may interfere when you are simply trying to drive normally. That makes it worth testing the system on your own route before you commit.

Should I buy a 2024 Land Rover Defender or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2024 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2024 if:

• 34.2% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is excellent at 93.5% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 13.18% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 5/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• The 2024 adds new trims and expanded V8 availability.

Consider the 2023 if:

• At $53,981, the 2023 costs less than the current year's $60,824 average.
• It adds the extended Defender 130.

Consider the 2025 if:

• At $70,654, the 2025 costs more than the current year's $60,824 average.
• It adds the high-performance Defender OCTA.

The bottom line: If you want the strongest mix of current-year pricing, inventory, and feature breadth, the 2024 is the best starting point. If your priority is saving money, the 2023 is the value play; if you want the newest performance headline, the 2025 is the upgrade path.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 21, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.