There are more than 20 Defender models to choose from, and the 130 version sits at the top of a range with formidable off-road talent. It arrived for testing in Outbound specification and the name describes the prospects. Being 5,358mm nose to tail, 2,008mm wide with a height of 1,970mm, it’s one of the largest five seaters on sale.

Regular 130 models have a roomy 3,022mm wheelbase to house eight passengers in a 2-3-3 seating configuration and are rated at 1,329l of cargo space. The Outbound model lacks the third row of seats and this frees up 2,516l of space to fit bulky cargo or luggage for five people.   ..

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