Land Rover Defender generations and tyre sizes

I

1990 – 2007

Πετρέλαιο83–90 kW (113–122 PS)Χειροκίνητο

/ R

I (1. Facelift)

2007 – 2016

Πετρέλαιο90 kW (122 PS)Χειροκίνητο

/ R

Defender II

2020 – 2025

Πετρέλαιο, Βενζίνη, Υβριδικό147–467 kW (200–635 PS)Αυτόματο

255/70 R18 255/65 R19 255/60 R20 275/45 R22

Defender II (1. Facelift)

2025 – Now

Πετρέλαιο, Υβριδικό, Βενζίνη147–467 kW (200–635 PS)Αυτόματο

255/70 R18 255/65 R19 255/60 R20 275/45 R22

For the Land Rover Defender in 2026, the top-rated tyres are Continental WinterContact TS 850P SUV (rated 9.0/10) and Pirelli SCORPION WINTER (rated 9.0/10). The Land Rover Defender uses 5 tyre sizes across 4 generations. Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.

Source: aggregated data from adac, tcs, auto bild, gtÜ and other independent tyre testing organizations.

tyres for Land Rover Defender - market overview, tests, reviews 2026

Matching tyres for Land Rover Defender

Winter

Premium

Continental

WinterContact TS 850P SUV

Pirelli

SCORPION WINTER

9.0

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best tyres for Land Rover Defender?

Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated tyres for Land Rover Defender are: Continental WinterContact TS 850P SUV (9.0/10), Pirelli SCORPION WINTER (9.0/10). Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.

What tyre sizes fit Land Rover Defender?

The Land Rover Defender uses the following tyre sizes: / R, 255/70 R18, 255/65 R19, 255/60 R20, 275/45 R22.

How many generations does the Land Rover Defender have?

The Land Rover Defender has 4 generations, from 1990 to 2025.

Are Continental WinterContact TS 850P SUV good for Land Rover Defender?

Yes, the Continental WinterContact TS 850P SUV is the top-rated tyre for Land Rover Defender with a rating of 9.0/10. It covers 150% of Land Rover Defender tyre sizes.

How to choose tyres for Land Rover Defender?

To choose the right tyres for Land Rover Defender: 1) check which tyre sizes fit your generation. 2) choose between summer, winter, or all-season tyres. 3) compare test ratings from independent organizations. 4) consider your driving priorities (wet safety, comfort, mileage). 5) decide between premium and budget segments based on your budget.

What is the difference between summer and winter tyres for Land Rover Defender?

Summer tyres are optimized for warm temperatures (above 7 degrees c) with better dry and wet grip. winter tyres use softer compounds and deeper treads for cold conditions, snow and ice. all-season tyres offer a compromise but do not match specialists in extreme conditions. choose based on your climate and driving needs.