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Land Rover Frisco · Defender Size Comparison
Both ride on the exact same 119-inch wheelbase, the same air suspension, and the same off-road hardware. The only real difference is 13.4 inches of rear overhang—and what that extra length buys you in seats and cargo.
Defender 110
Defender 130
The Short Version
The 110 and 130 share the same chassis, the same engine range, and the same towing capacity—up to 8,200 lbs on both. The 130 exists for one reason: a genuine third row that seats adults comfortably, plus 13.7 cubic feet of cargo behind it instead of the 110's tighter 10.7 cubic feet. If you rarely fill a third row, the 110's shorter body is easier to park and maneuver around Frisco and Plano without giving up any capability.
Read on for the full dimension breakdown, seating configurations, where the engine lineups actually diverge, and a straightforward way to decide which size fits how you use the vehicle day to day.
Same wheelbase, same running gear—the difference is all in the back.
| Spec | Defender 110 | Defender 130 |
|---|---|---|
| Wheelbase | 119.0 in | 119.0 inIdentical |
| Overall Length | 197.6 in | 211.7 in |
| Seating Capacity | 5 standard, 7 with optional 5+2 third row | 8 standard, three full-size rows standard |
| Cargo Behind 3rd Row | 10.7 cu ft | 13.7 cu ft |
| Max Towing Capacity | Up to 8,200 lbs | Up to 8,200 lbsIdentical |
| Departure Angle (off-road height) | 40.0°110 wins | 28.5° |
Dimensions and capacities reflect published specifications for the current model year and can vary by configuration; confirm exact figures for your build with our sales team.
It's easy to focus on the 13.4 inches that separates these two and lose sight of how much the 110 and 130 actually share. Both ride on the same fully independent air suspension with the same Terrain Response 2 system and the same electronic locking differentials. With the electronic air suspension raised to its off-road setting, both bodies also share an identical 38.0° approach angle and up to 35.4 inches of wading depth—enough to clear most flash-flooded low-water crossings that close roads around North Texas after a hard rain. Both also carry the same standard driver-assist suite (adaptive cruise control, blind spot assist, and a 3D surround camera) and the same manufacturer warranty.
The one place the extra length does matter is departure angle. Because the 130's added 13.4 inches sits entirely behind the rear axle, that overhang drags lower on steep exits from a trail, a ramp, or a driveway apron—its departure angle drops to 28.5°, versus 40.0° on the shorter 110. In practice that means the 110 is the pick if you regularly leave pavement or back down a steep boat ramp; the 130 gives up a bit of that departure clearance in exchange for the extra seats and cargo behind the third row.
The 130's extra length doesn't add height or width—it adds room directly behind the last row, which is exactly where the 110 is tightest.
Defender 110
5 Standard, 7 Optional
Seats 5 by default. Add the optional 5+2 configuration and a small, foldable third row brings capacity to 7—best suited to occasional extra passengers rather than full-time three-row duty.
Defender 130
8 Standard, Three Full Rows
Seats 8 across three rows as standard equipment. The extended rear overhang creates genuine adult-usable third-row space, not just child-seat room. A two-row Outbound trim is also available exclusively on the 130, for buyers who want the extra cargo length without a third row at all.
Both bodies share the same engine range—with one exception at the top.
| Engine | Horsepower | Available On |
|---|---|---|
| Turbo four-cylinder | 296 hp | 110 & 130 |
| Turbo six-cylinder | 395 hp | 110 & 130 |
| Twin-turbo V8 | 493 hp | 110 & 130 |
| OCTA twin-turbo V8 | 626 hp | 110 only110 exclusive |
Regardless of engine, maximum towing tops out at the same 8,200 lbs on both bodies—more power doesn't buy more capacity here. For a full breakdown of what that figure means for boats, trailers, and everyday towing around North Texas, see our Defender towing capacity guide.
Trim availability differs slightly between the two bodies, so the price gap isn't a single fixed number—it depends on which trim you're comparing.
| Trim | Starting MSRP | Available On |
|---|---|---|
| S (entry trim) | From $65,350 | 110 only |
| S (entry trim) | From $74,850 | 130 only |
| Outbound (2-row, cargo-focused) | From $86,700 | 130 only130 exclusive |
| OCTA (626-hp performance) | From $158,300 | 110 only110 exclusive |
MSRP excludes destination charge and can change by model year; confirm current pricing and trim availability with our sales team before ordering.
Trim-for-trim, the 130 generally starts a few thousand dollars above the equivalent 110, reflecting the extra body length and standard third row. The 130-only Outbound and 110-only OCTA sit at opposite ends of that spread—one built for hauling cargo without a third row, the other built for straight-line performance instead of extra seating.
Choose the 110 if…
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Once you know which body size fits, the trim and options list is where the price differences really show up. Use our Build & Price tool to configure either a 110 or 130 with the exact powertrain, seating, and options you want, side by side.
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Numbers on a page only tell you so much. Sit in a 110 and a 130 back to back at our Frisco showroom to feel the real difference in third-row space and cargo room.
View Defender 110 Inventory View Defender 130 InventoryNot exactly. Both share the identical 119-inch wheelbase, the same engine range, and the same off-road hardware. The 130 adds 13.4 inches entirely to the rear overhang, which is what makes room for a full third row and extra cargo space—it isn't a wider, taller, or mechanically different vehicle.
No. Both bodies are rated to tow up to 8,200 lbs regardless of engine choice. The extra length on the 130 goes toward seating and cargo, not towing capacity.
Yes. The 110 offers an optional 5+2 seating configuration that adds a small third row, bringing total capacity to 7. It's a smaller, more occasional-use third row than the 130's standard three-row layout.
No. The OCTA's twin-turbo V8, rated at 626 hp, is only available on the Defender 110 chassis. It is not offered on the 130.
About 3 cubic feet more—13.7 cubic feet on the 130 versus 10.7 cubic feet on the 110, both measured behind the last row of seats.
Outbound is a two-row, cargo-focused trim that trades the third row for additional load space. It's available exclusively on the Defender 130, not the 110.
Mostly no—approach angle, wading depth, ground clearance, and towing capacity are all identical between the two. The one real difference is departure angle: the 130's rear overhang lowers it to 28.5°, versus 40.0° on the 110, so the shorter body clears steep exits and ramps with a bit more room to spare.
Trim-for-trim, the 130 typically starts a few thousand dollars above the equivalent 110—for example, the entry S trim starts at $65,350 on the 110 versus $74,850 on the 130. The exact gap depends on trim and options; confirm current pricing with our sales team.