Land Rover Defender towing capacity
The 2020 Land Rover Defender is rated for 8,201 lbs (the source does not say which hitch type the figure is for). The source gives one figure for it.
2020 Land Rover Defender, highest published rating8,201 lbsHitch type not stated.
Source documents last retrieved October 3, 2026.
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2020 Land Rover Defender
Hitch type not stated
The source gives these trailer weights without naming a hitch type. They are shown as printed.
| Configuration | Engine | Drive | Axle | Max trailer | Needs | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Land Rover Defendersecondary source: Trailer Life annual towing guide; hitch type not stated by the guide | All | 8,201 lbs | p. 22 |
Source: Trailer Life 2020 Towing Guide (a compilation, not the manufacturer)
Common questions
What hitch are the Land Rover Defender ratings for?
For some years the manufacturer's document gives a trailer weight without naming a hitch type. We show those as "Hitch type not stated" and do not assume one.