Land Rover Defender 1996 2.5 diesel description
Crossover / SUV Land Rover Defender 1996 90 Td5 has been produced from October, 1998 to November, 2002. It has five-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 2.5 litres, which produces power of 122 horsepower on 4200 rpm and torque 300 Nm (Newton metres) on 1950 revolutions per minute.
This 5-cylinder 10-valve engine camshaft is driven by double-row chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has a fuel injection system with unit injectors and Garrett GT2052S turbine. The engine meets the Euro 2 emissions standard. Approximate engine life expectancy (mileage until serious repairs are required) for this engine is between 310 000 and 520 000 kilometres. Remember that engine life depends on regular maintenance and the quality of the materials used (oils, fuels, etc.).
More engine specs
This Land Rover Defender 2.5 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 7.2 litres.
Land Rover Defender 1996 90 Td5 has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Land Rover Defender 1996 90 Td5 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 17.5 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 130 km/h.
In combined cycle (city and motorway), the Land Rover Defender 1996 90 Td5 fuel consumption is 10.1 litres per 100km (9.9 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Land Rover Defender 1996 - 2002 versions, fuel consumption in city - 12.1 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 9 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 60 litres or 15.85 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 580 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 660 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Land Rover real everyday fuel consumption is 10.7 litres per 100 km, which is 6% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Land Rover Defender fuel consumption.

Land Rover Defender 1996 90 Td5 technical data
Model: | Land Rover Defender 90 Td5 | ||
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Body style: | Crossover / SUV | ||
Production period: | 1998. October ... 2002. November | ||
Engine: | 2495 cm3 Diesel, 5 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 122 HP ON 4200 RPM | Torque: | 300 NM ON 1950 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
Top speed: | 130 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 17.5 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 10.1 (combined) 12.1 (urban) 9.0 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 10.7 l/100km (22 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 60 litres (15.9 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 3.88m (length) 1.79m (width) 2.08m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 11.7 meters | ||
Gross weight: | 3500 kg |
Land Rover Defender 1996 90 Td5 engine 10P
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 310,000 to 520,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.Engine displacement | 2495 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 5 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 84.45 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 88.95 mm |
Compression ratio | 19.5 : 1 |
Camshaft drive | Double-row timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. |
Fuel system | Unit injector |
Land Rover Defender 1996 90 Td5 oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 7.2 litres (7.6 quarts) |
Power | 122 - 136 HP ON 4200 RPM |
Torque | 300 - 315 NM ON 1950 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1998 |
Duration of production | 4 years |
Engine also used on | Land Rover Discovery |
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All Land Rover Defender crossover [1996 - 2002] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption |
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Land Rover Defender 1996 2.5 90 Tdi 4x4
Jan 1996 — Oct 1998 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.5 Diesel | 113 HP | 9.8 l/100km |
Land Rover Defender 1998 2.5 90 Td5 4x4
Oct 1998 — Nov 2002 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 17.5 seconds |
2.5 Diesel | 122 HP | 10.1 l/100km |
Land Rover Defender 1998 3.9 90 V8 4x4 Jun 1998 — Oct 1998 | 3.9 Petrol | 182 HP | - |