Land Rover Defender 1996 2.5 diesel description
Crossover / SUV Land Rover Defender 1996 90 Tdi has been produced from January, 1996 to October, 1998. It has four-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 2.5 litres, which produces power of 113 horsepower on 4000 rpm and torque 265 Nm (Newton metres) on 1800 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 8-valve engine camshaft is driven by belt (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system and Garrett T25004 turbine. The engine meets the Euro 1 emissions standard. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 280 000 to 480 000 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-40 and oil capacity is 6.7 litres.
Land Rover Defender 1996 90 Tdi has all four wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Land Rover Defender 1996 90 Tdi accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 18.6 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 137 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Land Rover Defender 1996 90 Tdi in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 9.8 litres per 100km (10.2 km/l) - this is the most fuel efficient Land Rover Defender 1996 - 2002 version, city fuel economy - 11.7 l/100km, fuel consumption on highway - 8.7 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 55 litres or 14.53 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 560 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 620 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Land Rover real everyday fuel consumption is 10.8 litres per 100 km, which is 10% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Land Rover Defender fuel consumption.

Land Rover Defender 1996 90 Tdi technical data
Model: | Land Rover Defender 90 Tdi | ||
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Body style: | Crossover / SUV | ||
Production period: | 1996. January ... 1998. October | ||
Engine: | 2495 cm3 Diesel, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | no data |
Power: | 113 HP ON 4000 RPM | Torque: | 265 NM ON 1800 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
Maximum speed: | 137 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 18.6 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.8 (combined) 11.7 (urban) 8.7 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 10.8 l/100km (21.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres (14.5 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 3.88m (length) 1.79m (width) 1.98m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 11.7 meters | ||
Gross weight: | 3500 kg |
Land Rover Defender 1996 90 Tdi engine 300Tdi
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 280,000 to 480,000 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 | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 90.47 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 97 mm |
Compression ratio | 19.5 : 1 |
Camshaft drive | Timing belt Timing belt engines are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain engines, but belt usually needs to be replaced more often and the risk of breakage is higher. |
Fuel system | Injection |
Land Rover Defender 1996 90 Tdi oil type | 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 6.7 litres (7.1 quarts) |
Power | 111 - 122 HP ON 4000 RPM |
Torque | 265 - 300 NM ON 1800 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 1994 |
Duration of production | 12 years |
Often in the first years of production, engines tend to have various constructive problems, so it is recommended to choose a car with this engine from 1997 onwards. |
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Engine also used on | Land Rover Range Rover Land Rover Discovery |
Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design. |
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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 | - |