There are few vehicles on this list as iconic as the Land Rover Defender. While the current generation looks like something from the future, the 2023 Defender hasn’t forgotten its past. Power comes from one of three forced induction engine options: a 296-hp 2.0-liter four-pot, a 395-hp inline-six, or a 518-hp V-8. All-wheel drive comes standard. Unlike Defenders of old, however, the current model uses a fully independent suspension, which has proven itself quite capable on other Land Rover models. Land Rover also states that the Defender can ford more than 35 inches of water. Pricing starts at $56,575 for the two-door Defender 90, $54,975 for the four-door Defender 110, and $69,475 for the extra-long Defender 130.
- Base price: $54,975
- C/D rating: 8/10
