2026 Land Rover Defender 110 S & X-Dynamic SE: Solon Buyers Guide
Quick Answer: The 110 S and X-Dynamic SE
The Defender 110 S is the entry point into the four-door body style, starting at $65,350 MSRP with the 296-hp P300 turbo-four. Step up to the X-Dynamic SE (from $75,200) and the engine changes too, to the 395-hp P400 mild-hybrid inline-six, alongside X-Dynamic exterior and interior detailing and upgraded wheels. Both trims seat up to seven with the optional third row, and both carry every Defender's core off-road hardware — permanent all-wheel drive, Terrain Response 2, and up to 35.4 inches of wading depth.
The 110, in plain terms
If the 90 is the styling statement, the 110 is the Defender most people actually mean when they picture the nameplate. Four doors, a longer wheelbase than the 90, and room for an optional third row that brings seating to seven — genuinely useful for a Solon family hauling kids to Chagrin Valley or a group heading up to a lake for the weekend. The S and X-Dynamic SE sit at the base of the 110's seven-trim ladder, and they're where most first-time Defender buyers land, since they carry the same wading depth, the same Terrain Response 2 system, and the same 13.1-inch Pivi Pro touchscreen as the trims costing twice as much.
What separates S from X-Dynamic SE isn't just badges. The S runs the 2.0-liter turbo-four (P300), rated at 296 horsepower — plenty for daily driving and light towing, but noticeably less eager under load than the six-cylinder. X-Dynamic SE swaps in the 3.0-liter mild-hybrid inline-six (P400), which adds 99 horsepower and a meaningfully stronger torque curve, on top of X-Dynamic badging, unique exterior detailing, and upgraded wheels that visually separate it from a base S on the road.
Which one makes sense
The honest answer depends on how the Defender gets used day to day. Buyers who mostly stick to pavement, keep towing light, and want the lowest entry price into a new 110 tend to be happy on the S — the four-cylinder is not underpowered, it's just not the six. Buyers who tow more regularly, drive longer highway stretches on I-271 or the Ohio Turnpike, or simply want the smoother, quieter engine tend to find the roughly $10,000 step to X-Dynamic SE worth it. Both trims share the same cabin, the same tech, and the same Terrain Response 2 off-road modes, so the decision comes down almost entirely to the powertrain and the styling detailing, not to comfort or capability differences.
What owners say
Land Rover Solon's Defender reviews consistently mention the sales process feeling unhurried, which matters on a first Defender purchase where buyers are often weighing S against X-Dynamic SE for weeks. Melanie A. described a nearly three-month process exploring every option before deciding, writing that "at no point did I feel rushed or pressured into making a decision." That patience shows up across shorter reviews too — Rana M.'s "Ask for Mike, he'll take care of you! Love my Defender!" is typical of the tone buyers use when describing the sales floor here.
Frequently asked questions
What's the difference between the Defender S and X-Dynamic SE?
Mainly the engine: S runs the 296-hp turbo-four (P300), X-Dynamic SE steps up to the 395-hp mild-hybrid inline-six (P400). X-Dynamic SE also adds distinct exterior and interior detailing and upgraded wheels over the S.
Does the 110 S have a third row?
Yes, as an optional configuration on both S and X-Dynamic SE, bringing total seating to seven. It's not standard on every build, so confirm it on the specific vehicle you're looking at.
How much does a 2026 Defender 110 S cost?
MSRP starts at $65,350 for the S, plus the $1,950 destination charge, before Ohio sales tax, registration, and options. X-Dynamic SE starts at $75,200 plus destination.
Is the P300 four-cylinder engine enough for towing?
It handles light-duty towing fine, but the six-cylinder P400 in X-Dynamic SE and up offers a meaningfully stronger torque curve for regular trailer or boat towing. Ask a Land Rover Solon sales advisor about tow ratings for your specific configuration.
Start here, or step up
The S and X-Dynamic SE make the most sense as a starting point in the 110 ladder — buyers who want more ground clearance and off-road hardware should look at the X and Trophy Edition guide next. Both configurations are available to test drive at 6137 Kruse Drive.
MSRP figures exclude the $1,950 destination charge plus taxes, title, registration, and dealer-installed options; the dealer sets the actual selling price. Performance and fuel-economy figures are manufacturer and EPA estimates, and real-world results will differ. Confirm current specs, seating configuration, and inventory with Land Rover Solon. Customer quotes are excerpts from public Google reviews of Land Rover Solon.
