What Changed

1997 Defenders are equipped with the 4.0-liter 182hp V-8 engine from the Discovery. Along with the newly available engine is a ZF 4-speed automatic transmission. The center console of the Defender has been redesigned to accommodate the new transmission option.

Comparison to Prior Model

1997 Land Rover Defender 90 2d soft top
1997 Land Rover Defender 90 2d soft top
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