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Landrover Defender - Daily Runner

  • 24-02-2015 1:38pm
    #1
    Roosterreid
    Registered Users Posts: 138 ✭✭


    So the time has come for me to change my car.... I currently drive a 2.2 Ford Mondeo which I have had from new (coming up on 7 years).

    I have always loved the look of the Defender and wanted to know if these can practically be used as a daily runner. I drive about 16miles per day and more at the weekend.

    What is the downside to considering one of these? Running costs? Comfort?

    What are the plus sides? Are they reliable?


Comments

  • #2
    punisher5112
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 24,644 ✭✭✭✭punisher5112


    Hi are you thinking new?

    What needs have you for a 4x4 as its going to be a totally different drive to a car. Was it 2.2 titanium or st ?


    Bit pointless having a big off roader if it never goes off road and bigger costs will be there anyway also with fuel, maintenance and tyres etc.


  • #3
    Roosterreid
    Registered Users Posts: 138 ✭✭Roosterreid


    Current mondeo is the 2.2 Titanium X.... fast, comfortable, economical and super reliable (knock wood).

    The new car wouldn't really see any off-road action, so maybe you're right... it's more of an aesthetic thing for me with the Landrover


  • #4
    TrailerBob
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,519 ✭✭✭TrailerBob


    If you want a 4x4, then buy it. Be prepared for higher fuel bills and parts can be expensive. For a defender, they shouldn't be too bad.

    But... A defender is not a comfortable vehicle. Drivers seat is way too close to the door. Pedals are offset and it's old old body design is as aerodynamic as a 3 span hayshed.
    I agree they look great, but there are far more comfortable, rugged 4x4s out there. Best thing to do is drive one and see what you think.


  • #5
    foxy farmer
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,194 ✭✭✭foxy farmer


    I had the Landy itch and bought a 05 TD5 Hardtop 110 back in 08. That said its a farm work vehicle. Have used it as my sole daily drive for 9 months. In fairness I wouldnt recommend it for city or motorway driving.
    Try and get one for a test drive first.
    Comfort, driving position, noise, vision in mirrors, poor turning circle, fuel consumption between 25and 30mpg. Road tax on passenger type would be 1k+. Tyres €150+ a piece. Various well documented mechanical issues. How are you on DIY maintenance and repair?
    Maybe you could try The Defender Thread on here for more info.


  • #6
    101sean
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,884 ✭✭✭101sean


    Try one first, you'll love it or hate it, there is no middle ground!

    26-28mpg is what I get out of my Td5 no matter what, you may get a bit more out of a later tdci. Values are going up as production comes to an end and there's lively market in bling ones at the moment.

    Of course you could keep the Mondeo and buy an older Defender as a toy, before long you'll have a yard full of them so at least one will always work..........


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