The Land Rover Defender 110 price has been cut by up to Rs 34 lakh in India. JLR has started to assemble the SUV at its plant in Pune. The Defender 110 now starts at Rs 99 lakh, ex-showroom Delhi. The top diesel and petrol versions cost Rs 1.18 crore. Bookings are open, and deliveries start on 15 November 2026. Here is the new price list, what has changed, and who should buy one.
Quick summary
- New price: Rs 99 lakh to Rs 1.18 crore, ex-showroom Delhi
- Biggest saving: Rs 34 lakh on the 3.0 litre petrol and diesel
- Only the Defender 110 X-Dynamic HSE is made in Pune
- Up to 29 old paid extras are now standard (as reported by CNBC TV18)
- Deliveries start on 15 November 2026
Defender 110 new price list in India
The India made Defender 110 comes in one trim. It is called X-Dynamic HSE. You can pick from three engines. Here are the new prices next to the old prices of the fully imported model.
| Defender 110 X-Dynamic HSE | Old price (imported) | New price (made in Pune) | You save |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 litre petrol (P300) | Rs 1.13 crore | Rs 99 lakh | Rs 14 lakh |
| 3.0 litre petrol (P400) | Rs 1.52 crore | Rs 1.18 crore | Rs 34 lakh |
| 3.0 litre diesel (D350) | Rs 1.52 crore | Rs 1.18 crore | Rs 34 lakh |
All prices are ex-showroom, New Delhi, as announced by JLR India on 27 October 2026 and reported by Autocar India and The Hindu. We could not see a price list on the Land Rover India website yet, so ask your dealer for a written quote before you book. JLR compares the new price with the old imported car that had the same kit, including the extras. So the Rs 34 lakh saving is on a fully loaded car. The final price on the road will be higher. It will include road tax, insurance and other charges, and these change from state to state.
Why is the Defender cheaper now?
Until now, every Defender came to India as a fully built car from abroad. Such cars pay a very high import duty. Now the Defender 110 comes to India as a kit of parts. As reported by Autocar India, these kits come from the Defender plant in Nitra, Slovakia. Workers in Pune then put the car together. A car built this way pays far less tax, so the price falls.
JLR says India is the first market outside Europe to build the Defender. The Pune cars are only for Indian buyers. JLR started making cars in Pune in 2011 with Tata Motors. The plant has built ten JLR models for India so far. The Range Rover and Range Rover Sport are already put together there. Read how it worked for the locally made Range Rover Evoque.
Which Defender models are made in India?
Only the Defender 110 in X-Dynamic HSE trim is made in Pune for now. The rest of the range is still imported. That means the three door Defender 90, the long Defender 130, the Defender OCTA and the V8 models do not get the new lower prices.
The Defender 110 is the five door model. It can seat up to seven people. It uses the same D7x body as the global car and gets Intelligent All-Wheel Drive. All three engines come with an eight speed automatic gearbox.
Defender 110 engines and specs
| Engine | Power (as named by JLR) | Gearbox | Drive | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 litre turbo petrol | P300, about 300 PS | 8 speed automatic | All-wheel drive | Rs 99 lakh |
| 3.0 litre petrol | P400, about 400 PS | 8 speed automatic | All-wheel drive | Rs 1.18 crore |
| 3.0 litre diesel | D350, about 350 PS | 8 speed automatic | All-wheel drive | Rs 1.18 crore |
The number in each engine name shows its rough power. Autocar India puts these at 300 hp, 400 hp and 350 hp. Torque and mileage figures for the India made car are not out yet. We will add them once JLR shares them.
What new features are now standard?
The price cut is not the only good news. JLR has also made many paid extras standard. Reports say up to 29 items that were once optional are now part of the package.
On the 2.0 litre petrol, the extra kit is worth up to Rs 6.5 lakh, as per JLR. It now gets these as standard.
| 2.0 litre petrol now gets | 3.0 litre petrol and diesel also get |
|---|---|
| Adaptive Off-Road Cruise Control | Electronic active differential with torque vectoring by braking |
| Terrain Response 2 | Configurable Terrain Response |
| Electronic Air Suspension with Adaptive Dynamics | Meridian surround sound system |
| Wade Sensing | Head-up display |
| ClearSight Interior Rear View Mirror | Climate controlled rear seats |
On the 3.0 litre petrol and diesel, the added kit is worth up to Rs 17 lakh, says JLR. The table shows the main items. JLR has not shared the full list of all 29 items yet.
Air suspension is a big plus for Indian roads. It lets you raise the car over rough tracks and lower it on the highway. Wade Sensing tells you how deep the water is when you cross a flooded road. The ClearSight mirror turns into a camera screen, so luggage or rear passengers do not block your view.
Watch: Defender 110 official film
This short film from Land Rover India shows the Defender 110 on and off the road.
Defender 110 delivery date and booking
You can book the India made Defender 110 now. Bookings are open online on the Land Rover India website. You can also book at any of the 32 Defender dealers in India. Deliveries start on 15 November 2026. Company officials said the cars will reach showrooms for display within 10 days, as reported by The Hindu.
A local plant should also mean shorter waiting times. Cars made here do not have to be shipped from Europe after you book.
What changes and what does not
| Changes | Stays the same |
|---|---|
| Lower price, by up to Rs 34 lakh | Same three engines and 8 speed automatic |
| Many paid extras now standard | Same D7x body and all-wheel drive |
| Built in Pune from kits | Same look and seating for up to seven |
| Likely shorter waiting time | Defender 90, 130 and OCTA still imported |
Why this matters for Land Rover in India
The Defender is the best selling Land Rover in India. More than 9,000 Defenders are already on Indian roads, says JLR India. Rajan Amba, Managing Director of JLR India, said the Defender has become a cultural icon here.
JLR hopes the lower price will lift Defender sales by up to 20 percent, as reported by PTI. Lennard Hoornik, Chief Commercial Officer of JLR, said building the Defender in Pune will help the company respond faster to demand.
Is the Defender 110 now a better buy?
Yes, for most buyers who wanted one. At Rs 99 lakh, the Defender now starts close to other luxury SUVs. The Audi Q7 and the BMW X5 also start near the Rs 1 crore mark, as per our model pages. The Mercedes-Benz GLS costs more. None of them can match the Defender off the road.
The 3.0 litre diesel is the pick for long trips and heavy use. It now costs Rs 34 lakh less than before. The 2.0 litre petrol makes sense if you drive mostly in the city. It now also gets air suspension as standard.
Still not sure? Read our 3 reasons to buy and 3 reasons to skip the Defender, our full Defender review, and our Range Rover Sport vs Defender comparison. If you want a tough SUV for much less money, look at the Toyota Fortuner Legender. If you want a boxy icon with a bigger budget, there is the Mercedes-Benz G-Class.
Defender 110 price cut: FAQs
What is the new Defender 110 price in India?
The India made Defender 110 X-Dynamic HSE starts at Rs 99 lakh for the 2.0 litre petrol. The 3.0 litre petrol and 3.0 litre diesel cost Rs 1.18 crore each. All prices are ex-showroom, New Delhi.
How much cheaper is the Defender now?
Up to Rs 34 lakh cheaper. The 3.0 litre petrol and diesel dropped from Rs 1.52 crore to Rs 1.18 crore. The 2.0 litre petrol dropped by Rs 14 lakh, from Rs 1.13 crore to Rs 99 lakh.
Where is the Defender made in India?
The Defender 110 is assembled at the JLR plant in Pune, Maharashtra. Kits of parts come from the Defender plant in Nitra, Slovakia. The Pune cars are only for Indian buyers.
Did the Defender 90 and Defender 130 also get cheaper?
No. Only the Defender 110 X-Dynamic HSE is made in India. The Defender 90, Defender 130, Defender OCTA and V8 models are still imported, so their prices did not drop.
When will deliveries of the India made Defender start?
Deliveries start on 15 November 2026. You can book online on the Land Rover India website or at any of the 32 Defender dealers in India.
What is the Defender 110 on road price?
The on road price will be well above the ex-showroom price of Rs 99 lakh. It adds road tax, registration and insurance, which differ by state. Ask your nearest dealer for the exact figure in your city.
Prices are ex-showroom, New Delhi, as announced by JLR India on 27 October 2026. They may change. Check with your dealer before you book.
Read next: Made in India Defender vs Imported Defender: What Changes for Buyers and the full Land Rover Defender price and variants page, plus Defender 110 vs 130 vs OCTA: which one to buy.
Comparing rivals? Read our Defender 110 vs BMW X5 vs Mercedes GLE price comparison.