2022 Land Rover Defender 90 — Full Specifications
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The 2022 Land Rover Defender 90 is an SUV offered with 2 engines (2L 4-cyl turbo, 5L 8-cyl supercharged). Its most fuel-efficient configuration returns around 23 mpg (UK) / 19 mpg (US EPA) combined, with 19–23 mpg (UK) across all configurations. Owners often keep a Land Rover Defender 90 workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
Compared with the 2021 Land Rover Defender 90: Fuel economy is essentially unchanged at around 23 mpg (UK) combined. EPA lists new engine options for 2022: 5L 8-cyl supercharged.
Full Specifications
| Engine (most efficient) | 2L 4-cyl turbo |
|---|---|
| Engine options | 2L 4-cyl turbo · 5L 8-cyl supercharged |
| Transmission (most efficient) | Automatic (S8) |
| Fuel Type | Premium Gasoline |
| Powertrain | Conventional |
| Drive | 4-Wheel Drive |
| Body Style | SUV |
| Fuel Economy (UK) | 23 combined / 22 urban / 25 extra-urban mpg |
| Fuel Economy (US EPA) | 19 combined / 18 city / 21 highway mpg |
| CO₂ Emissions | 290 g/km |
| EPA Greenhouse Gas Score | 4 / 10 (10 = lowest emissions) |
| EPA Est. Annual Fuel Cost | $4,350 (15,000 mi/yr, US prices) |
Engine & Transmission Options
EPA lists 2 configurations for the 2022 Land Rover Defender 90 across 2 engines (2L 4-cyl turbo, 5L 8-cyl supercharged). Combined fuel economy ranges from 16 to 19 mpg (US), or 19 to 23 mpg (UK), depending on engine, transmission and drive. The headline figures at the top of this page describe the most fuel-efficient configuration.
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG (UK) | MPG (US) | CO₂ g/km | Fuel cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | 4-Wheel Drive | 23 | 19 (18/21) | 290 | $4,350 |
| 5L 8-cyl supercharged | Automatic (S8) | 4-Wheel Drive | 19 | 16 (15/19) | 339 | $5,150 |
MPG (US) shows combined, with city/highway in brackets. Highlighted row = the configuration used for the headline figures. Source: US EPA fueleconomy.gov.
Owner Essentials for the 2022 Land Rover Defender 90
Running Costs: 2022 Land Rover Defender 90
Covering around 8,000 miles a year in a 2022 Land Rover Defender 90 at 23 mpg combined, expect roughly 1,581 litres of fuel annually — multiply by your local price per litre for a cost estimate. For US owners, the EPA estimates about $4,350 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration (15,000 miles, national average prices). Work out exact fuel costs with the fuel cost calculator on 247Calculators.
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2022 Land Rover Defender 90 Safety Ratings (NHTSA)
No NHTSA crash-test rating is on record for this model year. The NHTSA rates only a subset of vehicles each year; you can browse every rated vehicle on our NHTSA Safety Ratings hub.
Recalls & Owner Complaints (NHTSA)
NHTSA lists no safety recall campaigns for the 2022 Land Rover Defender 90 as of 6 October 2026. Recalls can be issued years after a model is sold, so it is still worth checking your own VIN.
Owners have filed 75 complaints with NHTSA about the 2022 Land Rover Defender 90. The most-reported areas are Electrical system (27), Exterior lighting (14), Visibility/wiper (13). Complaints include 2 reported crashes, 1 reported injury. That is well above the median of 40 complaints across the 6 Land Rover Defender 90 model years in our data.
Used-buyer checklist for the 2022 Land Rover Defender 90
Based on where NHTSA recalls and owner complaints cluster for this model year, these are the areas worth checking before you buy:
- Electrical system (27 owner complaints) — Test every switch, window, light and warning lamp on a test drive, and ask about battery or alternator replacements.
- Lighting (14 owner complaints) — Check every exterior light works and look for moisture inside the lamp housings.
- Visibility (13 owner complaints) — Check wipers, washers and demisters work properly.
Source: US NHTSA recall and consumer-complaint databases, retrieved 6 October 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects. Check any vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, and see our guide to checking a used car for recalls.
How It Compares
How does the Land Rover Defender 90 compare to similar SUVs? For context, SUVs in our database average around 27 mpg (UK) combined — this model's 23 mpg figure is 4 mpg below that average. Its 290 g/km CO₂ figure is 37 g/km higher than the 253 g/km average for SUVs on this site. This comparison is based on 1824 SUVs in our dataset.
Land Rover models in our database average about 25 mpg (UK) combined on their most efficient configuration; the 2022 Land Rover Defender 90's 23 mpg is 2 mpg below that make average. Its 290 g/km CO₂ figure is 12 g/km higher than the 278 g/km Land Rover average.
Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA safety ratings 18 July 2026; NHTSA recalls and complaints 6 October 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026; European generation and engine data from Wikipedia 7 October 2026
Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What engine does the 2022 Land Rover Defender 90 have?
EPA lists 2 engines for the 2022 Land Rover Defender 90: 2L 4-cyl turbo, 5L 8-cyl supercharged. The most fuel-efficient configuration pairs the 2L 4-cyl turbo with a automatic (s8).
What is the fuel economy of the 2022 Land Rover Defender 90?
The most efficient configuration returns around 23 mpg (UK) combined, or 19 mpg on the US EPA cycle. Across all configurations the UK combined figure runs from 19 to 23 mpg.
How much does the 2022 Land Rover Defender 90 cost to fuel per year?
The US EPA estimates about $4,350 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration, based on 15,000 miles of mixed driving and national average fuel prices. Your own cost will depend on mileage and local prices.
Does the 2022 Land Rover Defender 90 have any recalls?
NHTSA lists no safety recall campaigns for the 2022 Land Rover Defender 90 as of 6 October 2026. Recalls can be issued years after a model is sold, so it is still worth checking your own VIN.
What are the most common problems reported for the 2022 Land Rover Defender 90?
Among the 75 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are Electrical system (27 complaints), Exterior lighting (14 complaints), Visibility/wiper (13 complaints). Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects, and raw counts rise with how many cars were sold.
Is the Land Rover Defender 90's fuel economy good for an SUV?
It returns around 23 mpg (UK) combined, against a same-body-style average of roughly 27 mpg among the SUVs we track.