The 2027 Defender 110 Terrain Response system adjusts throttle, transmission, and traction-control responses for different terrain conditions. Every Defender 110 model includes Terrain Response as standard, while select models add Terrain Response 2 with Configurable Terrain Response. This page covers how the system works across the lineup, with Defender 110 inventory available at Land Rover Clear Lake.
Terrain Response is the vehicle terrain-management system in Defender 110, connecting the powertrain, suspension, braking, and traction systems to the selected terrain program. Terrain Response adjusts multiple vehicle systems according to the terrain program selected by the driver. On models with Terrain Response 2, Auto mode can select a program based on detected conditions. Different terrain programs adjust vehicle responses for different surface conditions, including loose gravel, mud, sand, and wet grass. Defender 110 pairs Terrain Response with a twin-speed transfer box offering high and low range. This provides high- and low-range gearing for applicable low-speed conditions.
When a terrain mode is selected, Terrain Response adjusts multiple vehicle systems, including:
Terrain Response 2, available on select Defender 110 models, adds Auto mode. In Auto, the system uses vehicle sensor inputs to select a terrain program based on detected conditions. It can also transition between programs while the vehicle is in motion. Configurable Terrain Response, available alongside Terrain Response 2 on select models, allows the driver to adjust individual vehicle parameters within a selected terrain program.
The version of Terrain Response fitted depends on the model chosen.
Standard Terrain Response is fitted. The driver selects a terrain mode manually. This is paired with Hill Descent Control, Hill Launch Assist, Electronic Traction Control, and the twin-speed transfer box.
Standard Terrain Response is fitted. The model adds 20-inch wheels in Satin Dark Grey and a Black contrast roof, while the terrain-management system remains the same as Defender S.
Terrain Response 2 with Configurable Terrain Response is fitted. The system adds Auto mode and can transition between terrain programs while the vehicle is in motion.
Defender X also adds Adaptive Off-Road Cruise Control, which can manage vehicle speed over uneven terrain under applicable operating conditions, and an Electronic Active Differential with Torque Vectoring by Braking to manage torque distribution across the rear axle.
Wade Sensing is also included and provides information about detected water depth during applicable water crossings up to 35.4 inches.
Defender Vertex uses standard Terrain Response and adds Adaptive Dynamics, Three-zone Climate Control, and Cabin Air Purification Plus.
Both Trophy Edition models include Terrain Response 2, Configurable Terrain Response, All Terrain Progress Control, Adaptive Dynamics, and an Electronic Active Differential with Torque Vectoring by Braking. All-Terrain Tires are standard on the Deep Sandglow Yellow variant. Wade Sensing is included on both.
Terrain Response allows drivers to select vehicle settings suited to different paved and unpaved surface conditions.
On paved roads, the vehicle operates using its normal on-road settings. On unpaved routes, the driver can select an appropriate terrain program to adjust throttle, transmission, traction-control, and stability-control responses. On Defender X and Trophy Edition models, Terrain Response 2 Auto mode can use vehicle sensor inputs to select a terrain program based on detected conditions and can transition between programs while the vehicle is moving.
The 11.5-inch off-road ground clearance available with Air Suspension on fitted models, combined with a 35.4-inch maximum wading depth and Hill Descent Control, supports operation across a range of terrain within published vehicle limits. For owners who tow, the 8,200-lb maximum towing capacity on Trophy Edition and Defender X models is supported by Trailer Stability Assist, which can detect trailer sway and apply vehicle braking intervention under applicable conditions.
Terrain Response 2 adds Auto mode, allowing the system to use vehicle sensor inputs to select a terrain program based on detected conditions. Configurable Terrain Response allows the driver to tailor selected vehicle responses within a terrain program. All Terrain Progress Control on Trophy Edition models can manage throttle and braking to maintain a selected low speed over difficult terrain. It works separately from Hill Descent Control and complements Terrain Response functionality at low speeds.
The 2027 Defender 110 includes Terrain Response as standard across every model, with Terrain Response 2 available on Trophy Edition, Defender X, and select configurations. Land Rover Clear Lake serves clients throughout Friendswood and the surrounding Gulf Coast area and can help clients compare available Defender 110 models and confirm current inventory.
Yes. Terrain Response is standard on every 2027 Defender 110 model, including Defender S. Select models, including Trophy Edition and Defender X, are fitted with Terrain Response 2 and Configurable Terrain Response.
Terrain Response requires the driver to select a terrain mode manually. Terrain Response 2 adds an Auto mode that uses vehicle sensor inputs to select a program based on detected conditions. It can also transition between terrain programs while the vehicle is in motion.
Defender X, Defender Trophy Edition in Deep Sandglow Yellow, and Defender Trophy Edition in Santorini Black are fitted with Terrain Response 2 and Configurable Terrain Response.
Configurable Terrain Response allows the driver to adjust individual vehicle parameters within a selected terrain program, creating a custom configuration for specific conditions.
Yes. Hill Descent Control is standard across the 2027 Defender 110 lineup. It helps maintain a selected low speed on steep descents under applicable operating conditions.
All Terrain Progress Control can manage throttle and braking to maintain a selected low speed over difficult terrain. It complements Hill Descent Control and Terrain Response on Trophy Edition models.
The 2027 Defender 110 has a maximum wading depth of 35.4 inches. Trophy Edition and Defender X models include Wade Sensing, which provides information about detected water depth during applicable water crossings.