The Land Rover Defender 110 X-Dynamic HSE D250 Auto is a premium, mid-range variant of the iconic 4x4, balancing rugged off-road hardware with luxury finishes. For the 2025/2026 model years, it is frequently cited by experts as the "pick of the range".
Performance & Engine
The D250 refers to the 3.0-litre straight-six Ingenium diesel engine with Mild Hybrid (MHEV) technology.
Power & Torque: It produces 249 PS (approx. 246-249 bhp) and a substantial 570 Nm of torque.
Acceleration: 0-62 mph in approximately 8.3 seconds.
Transmission: Standard 8-speed automatic with an all-wheel-drive system.
Towing: It has a maximum braked towing capacity of 3,500 kg.
Key Specifications (X-Dynamic HSE Trim)
Sitting above the standard HSE, the X-Dynamic trim focuses on sportier aesthetic touches combined with high-end luxury.
Exterior Features: Black contrast roof, Matrix LED headlights with signature Daytime Running Lights (DRLs), and 20-inch alloy wheels (Style 5098) as standard.
Interior Luxury: Includes 14-way heated and cooled electric memory front seats finished in Windsor leather, a sliding panoramic roof, and an extended leather upgrade throughout the cabin.
Technology: Equipped with the Pivi Pro infotainment system (11.4 or 13.1-inch touchscreen depending on exact sub-spec), a Meridian sound system, and an Interactive Driver Display.
Off-Road Capability: Standard features include Terrain Response, a twin-speed transfer box (high/low range), and a wading depth of 900 mm
Utility & Practicality
Seating Options: The 110 body style offers flexible configurations for 5, 6 (with a front jump seat), or 7 seats.
Cargo Space: Offers approximately 786 litres with the second row up, expanding to 1,875 litres when seats are folded.
Efficiency: Combined fuel economy is rated at roughly 32.7–33.3 mpg with CO2 emissions around 222–229 g/km
Air Suspension Pack
This pack replaces the standard coil springs with a sophisticated Electronic Air Suspension system, often described as essential for achieving "Range Rover levels of comfort".
Adaptive Dynamics: Includes active dampers that monitor vehicle movements 500 times per second to react almost instantaneously to road conditions.
Variable Ride Height:
Access Height: Lowers the vehicle by 40mm to make getting in and out or loading the boot easier.
Off-Road Height: Can raise the body by up to 75mm (or a maximum of 145mm in extreme "extended" modes) for superior ground clearance and a maximum wading depth of 900mm.
Automatic Levelling: Keeps the vehicle level even when carrying heavy loads or towing, preventing "rear-end sag".
Extended Black Exterior Pack
While the standard "Black Pack" covers basics like the grille and badging, the Extended version provides a much more comprehensive, dark-themed overhaul.
Key Additions: Beyond the standard black grille, it adds Gloss Black front and rear skid pans, which are normally finished in silver or grey.
Trim Details: Includes Gloss Black finishes for the bonnet finishers, badging, and lower body cladding (cheeks).
Visual Impact: It is designed to provide a more aggressive, "stealthy" road presence, especially when paired with Santorini Black paint and 20-inch or 22-inch Gloss Black wheels.
