Service and repair manuals for 2 model years of the Land Rover Defender 130, 2023 to 2024. Each manual is matched to one exact year — the specifications and procedure sequences are the ones Land Rover published for that year's engine and trim, not values carried across the whole production run.
Engines across the range: 3.0L I6 — 183 cu in, DOHC, supercharged · 5.0L V8 — 305 cu in, DOHC, supercharged.
Federal safety record, all years: 0 recalls, 90 owner complaints and 0 technical service bulletins are logged for the Defender 130. Refreshed 2026-08-21.
01 / Model yearsChoose your Defender 130 year
| Year | Price | Recalls | Engines | Trims | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $49.99 | — | 3.0L I6; 5.0L V8 | X Sport Utility 4-Door · V8 Sport Utility 4-Door · X-Dynamic SE Sport Utility 4-Door · S Sport Utility 4-Door +1 | select |
| 2023 | $49.99 | — | 3.0L I6 | X Sport Utility 4-Door · SE Sport Utility 4-Door · X-Dynamic SE Sport Utility 4-Door · S Sport Utility 4-Door +1 | select |
Related Land Rover models: Land Rover Defender 2011–2016
02 / InsideSample pages
From the 2024 Defender 130 manual.




03 / ContentsWhat the manual covers
- General Information 1,375
- Maintenance 22
- Engine Performance 80
04 / Other yearsOther Defender 130 years
2024 Land Rover Defender 130 · $49.99 select →
Engines: 3.0L I6 — 183 cu in, DOHC, supercharged; 5.0L V8 — 305 cu in, DOHC, supercharged. Trims: X Sport Utility 4-Door · V8 Sport Utility 4-Door · X-Dynamic SE Sport Utility 4-Door · S Sport Utility 4-Door · Outbound Sport Utility 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2024 Defender 130. 18 complaints · 0 TSBs.
2023 Land Rover Defender 130 · $49.99 select →
Engines: 3.0L I6 — 183 cu in, DOHC, supercharged. Trims: X Sport Utility 4-Door · SE Sport Utility 4-Door · X-Dynamic SE Sport Utility 4-Door · S Sport Utility 4-Door · First Edition Sport Utility 4-Door.
No recalls on federal record for the 2023 Defender 130. 72 complaints · 0 TSBs.
05 / OwnershipOwn it — don't rent it
| Option | What you pay | After a year |
|---|---|---|
| eManualStore Defender 130 manual | $49.99 once | Still yours |
| Per-vehicle online subscription | from $29 / year, renewing | Pay again or lose access |
| Library membership services | $33 / month, capped | $396 spent, nothing kept |
| Professional shop databases | $499–$2,388 / year | Renew or lose access |
Competitor figures as published on their sites, August 2026.
FAQQuestions about the Defender 130 manual
Which Defender 130 years does this manual cover?
Every year from 2023 to 2024 — 2 separate manuals, one per model year. Pick your year in the selector; the manual you receive is matched to that exact year, engine and trim.
Is this the OEM Land Rover Defender 130 manual or an aftermarket guide?
The OEM version. It carries the procedures, specifications, torque values and wiring diagrams Land Rover published for the Defender 130, organized by system — not a condensed aftermarket summary.
Does it include Defender 130 wiring diagrams?
Yes. Full wiring diagrams are part of every Defender 130 manual, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostic information.
Why do some Defender 130 years cost more?
Every Defender 130 year is $49.99.
Is this a subscription?
No. One payment, and the manual is yours to keep — unlike per-vehicle subscriptions that renew every year.
How do I get the manual after purchase?
It is a digital manual — nothing ships. Access details arrive by email right after checkout, and you can use it on any device.
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