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Defender 110 to be Locally Manufactured in India, Prices Start at Rs 99 Lakh
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What Happened?
JLR has started local production of the Defender 110 in Pune, India, with prices beginning at Rs 99 lakh. Deliveries are set to commence on November 15, 2026.
Key points
- Local production of the Defender 110 marks the first manufacturing of this SUV in India.
- The SUV will be available in the X-Dynamic HSE trim with three engine options.
- Bookings are open, and deliveries will start on November 15, 2026.
- The 2.0-litre petrol version includes features worth Rs 6.5 lakh as standard.
- The 3.0-litre petrol and diesel versions come with additional features valued at Rs 17 lakh.
Key insights
- Local production may reduce waiting times for customers.
- The introduction of additional standard features could attract more buyers.
- JLR aims to strengthen its competitive position in the luxury SUV market.
Why it matters
The local manufacturing of the Defender 110 could enhance JLR's market presence in India's luxury SUV segment.
Entities
JLR· CompanyDefender 110· ProductPune· CityIndia· Country
Source
India Today
