A Land Rover Defender 130 has recently been spotted operating as a taxi on the streets of Bengaluru. The video clearly displays its spacious 5-door SUV body, long wheelbase, high ground clearance, and rugged styling— rarely do such cars come in for yellow board duty! The Defender variant seen in the video runs on diesel (visible tailpipe and diesel badging). The SUV comes equipped with all-wheel drive and automatic gearbox options for the market. Furthermore, it has five seats, a panoramic sunroof, large LED headlights, and attractive alloy wheels. Yellow taxi registration plates at the front and rear confirm its commercial usage/hire status under local rules.
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Defender 130: Under The Hood
The Land Rover Defender 130 offered in India comes with a robust 3.0-litre, six-cylinder diesel mill, mated to mild hybrid tech. This potent motor churns out around 296 hp and 650 Nm of torque, paired to an eight-speed automatic transmission with all-wheel-drive as standard. The SUV can run at about 191 km/h on flat tarmac, while offering ground clearance of about 219 mm and tipping the scales at over 2,300 kg. That ought to make the Defender one of the most capable luxury off-road SUVs in the market.
Defender 130: Commanding Looks
The Defender 130 taxi has kept its classic boxy look with an extended rear profile, making it different from the Defender 90 and 110 versions. This strong SUV has big alloy wheels, high ground clearance, a wide stance, as well as vertically stacked LED taillights. At the front, you’ll find bold LED headlights along with daytime running lights. Roof rails and a panoramic glass roof also add to its commanding presence.
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Defender 130: Interior
The video only shows parts the interior, but the SUV is really spacious with extensive comfort features. It can seat up to eight passengers, which makes it making it a practical option for commercial use. The video also highlights its large windows, airy cabin feel, and premium finishes.
The Defender 130 taxi in Bengaluru is a perfect example of how luxury SUVs are slowly making their way into commercial fleets. The SUV's immense size, performance, and jaw-dropping look makes it stand out in traffic, offering a glimpse of luxury in an everyday urban setting.
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