LONDON: The lineup of the new Land Rover Defender now has a new P400e plugin hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) to join its stablemates.
The P400e combines the use of a 300PS 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine and a 105kW electric motor with a 19.2kWh battery.
Its system output has been rated at 404PS and hides the two motors, along with the battery pack, within the larger 110 body design - not the smaller 90 body design.
In terms of performance, the p400e is able to sprint from 0 to 100kph in 5.6 seconds before reaching a top speed of 209kph.
Moreover, it can tow up to three tonnes and carry a roof load of 168kg (dynamic) or 300kg (static).
When in electric vehicle (EV) mode, the Defender PHEV is able to travel up to 43km and can even be used to go off-roading.
Standard fitment for the P400e includes 20-inch alloy wheels, regenerative braking system, Electronic Air Suspension and a charging port located on the left-hand side of the vehicle.
A Mode 3 charging cable is provided as standard, while an optional Mode 2 cable is also available.
The Mode 3 charging cable allows for fast charging to occur - taking the flat battery up to 80% charge in two hours.
With a 50kW rapid charger, the battery's 80% mark is achieved in 30 minutes.
Inside, the cabin is available in either five or six-seater configuration but will have the standard amenities of three-zone climate control, Privacy Glass and Solar Attenuating Glass.
Alongside the new P400e, Land Rover’s in-line six-cylinder Ingenium diesel engine joins the range.
New X-Dynamic specification is available on both Defender 90 and 110, offering a selection of exterior and interior design elements which reflect the 4x4’s capability and ensures it stands out from the crowd.
The range of options for personalising Defender has grown too, with new colours including Yulong White, Silicon Silver and Carpathian Grey available in combination with a choice of contrast roof finishes.
A selection of individual options are also now available for the first time, including the Folding Fabric Roof for Defender 110 and the choice of a Suspension Pack on Defender 90 while Premium LED headlights, Meridian Sound System, Head-Up Display can all be added individually.
