Land Rover Defender 130 - 8 Seater SUV
A go-anywhere, do-anything luxury SUV 4WD eight-seater with an all leather interior packed with the latest technology and features. Perfect for off road and ski field adventures. Available for rental, limo service, and private tours.
Available for car rental in Queenstown, Otago.
You get the car you booked. Guaranteed.
This vehicle can also be relocated to Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch on request.
A go-anywhere, do-anything luxury SUV 4WD eight-seater with an all leather interior packed with the latest technology and features. Perfect for off road and ski field adventures. Available for rental, limo service, and private tours.
Available for car rental in Queenstown, Otago.
You get the car you booked. Guaranteed.
This vehicle can also be relocated to Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch on request.
Highlights
8 SEATS
3.0 LITER SIX-CYLINDER TWIN TURBOCHARGED
AIR CONDITIONING
12V POWER + USB OUTLET
ANDROID AUTO
TINTED WINDOWS
4WD
APPLE CARPLAY
DIESEL
KEY FEATURES
MODEL | Land Rover Defender 130 D300 X-Dynamic HSE (2025) |
ENGINE | 3.0L Inline-6 Turbo Diesel (D300 MHEV) |
COLOUR | Gondwana Stone or Santorini Black |
TECH | Large central touchscreen with Pivi Pro infotainment, a digital driver display, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and USB-A and USB-C charging ports throughout the cabin. |
COMFORT | Mini Fridge, heated leather seats, dual-zone climate control, premium interior finishes, privacy glass, and a spacious cabin designed to provide excellent comfort across all three rows. |
COLD WEATHER | Heated windscreen, heated seating, and full-time 4WD ensure confidence and comfort in winter and alpine driving conditions. |
OPTIONS | Ski racks and roof-mounted ski carriers, child and infant seats, and optional Full Protection insurance to reduce excess from $6,000 to $0. |
Land Rover Defender 130 - Interior
Land Rover Defender 130 - Exterior
Why Choose Apolicar?
Our mission is to make your trip as easy and smooth as possible
Enjoy 15% off Apolicar’s luxury 4WD rentals this ski season, plus a complimentary ski rack and snow chains for winter-ready travel.
Available Dates: 1 June 2026 – 30 September 2026
Book Before: 31 May 2026
Discount Code: SKI26EARLY
Frequently Asked Questions
The Land Rover Defender 130 is a large, luxury 8-seater 4WD SUV powered by a 3.0L six-cylinder twin-turbocharged diesel engine. It combines genuine off-road capability with premium interior appointments, making it perfect for large families, groups, and adventure travellers in New Zealand.
The Defender 130 has the largest boot in the Apolicar fleet. In 5-seat configuration (rear rows folded), it offers substantial cargo space for multiple large suitcases, ski bags, prams, or camping gear. In 8-seat mode, the third row reduces but retains usable boot space.
It is ideal. With 8 seats, full-time 4WD, a heated windscreen, included AutoSocks, and optional ski racks, the Defender 130 is purpose-built for family ski trips to The Remarkables, Coronet Peak, and Cardrona.
Yes. The Defender 130 is available for one-way rentals including Queenstown to Christchurch, Christchurch to Queenstown, and Auckland to Wellington. It can also be relocated to other cities on request.
A 3.0L six-cylinder twin-turbocharged diesel engine, delivering strong pulling power and long-range fuel efficiency — well-suited to New Zealand's highways and mountain passes.