Land Rover Defender Cabrio Tire Sizes and Rim Specifications by Model Year and Trim
The Land Rover Defender Cabrio features multiple tire size options that vary by model year and trim level. Understanding the correct tire size markings, which include width, aspect ratio, and diameter, is essential for optimal performance and safety.\n\nFor each model year, the Defender Cabrio offers rims ranging typically between 16 to 19 inches in diameter, with corresponding widths to match the tire profile requirements. Rim widths commonly range from 7 to 9 inches depending on trim, allowing adequate support for various tire types.\n\nComparing trims is straightforward when focusing on tire and rim specifications. Higher trims often support larger rim diameters and wider tire options, enhancing handling and aesthetic appeal. Always verify OEM recommended sizes against aftermarket selections to maintain vehicle integrity.\n\nConsulting the tire sidewall markings helps decode size measurements, ensuring compatibility with your Land Rover Defender Cabrio’s year and trim. Accurate tire and rim selection contribute to vehicle stability, fuel efficiency, and driving comfort.
| Make / model / trim | Year | Tire size | Wheel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.2 Td4 4x4 | 2019 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.4 Td4 4x4 | 2019 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 90 TDI 4x4 | 2019 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 Td5 4x4 | 2019 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.2 Td4 4x4 | 2018 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.4 Td4 4x4 | 2018 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 90 TDI 4x4 | 2018 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 Td5 4x4 | 2018 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.2 Td4 4x4 | 2017 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.4 Td4 4x4 | 2017 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 90 TDI 4x4 | 2017 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 Td5 4x4 | 2017 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.2 Td4 4x4 | 2016 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.4 Td4 4x4 | 2016 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 90 TDI 4x4 | 2016 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 Td5 4x4 | 2016 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.2 Td4 4x4 | 2015 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.4 Td4 4x4 | 2015 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 90 TDI 4x4 | 2015 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 Td5 4x4 | 2015 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.2 Td4 4x4 | 2014 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.4 Td4 4x4 | 2014 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 90 TDI 4x4 | 2014 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 Td5 4x4 | 2014 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.2 Td4 4x4 | 2013 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.4 Td4 4x4 | 2013 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 90 TDI 4x4 | 2013 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 Td5 4x4 | 2013 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.2 Td4 4x4 | 2012 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.4 Td4 4x4 | 2012 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 90 TDI 4x4 | 2012 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 Td5 4x4 | 2012 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.2 Td4 4x4 | 2011 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.4 Td4 4x4 | 2011 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 90 TDI 4x4 | 2011 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 Td5 4x4 | 2011 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.4 Td4 4x4 | 2010 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 90 TDI 4x4 | 2010 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 Td5 4x4 | 2010 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.4 Td4 4x4 | 2009 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 90 TDI 4x4 | 2009 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 Td5 4x4 | 2009 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.4 Td4 4x4 | 2008 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 90 TDI 4x4 | 2008 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 Td5 4x4 | 2008 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.4 Td4 4x4 | 2007 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 90 TDI 4x4 | 2007 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 Td5 4x4 | 2007 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 90 TDI 4x4 | 2006 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 Td5 4x4 | 2006 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 90 TDI 4x4 | 2005 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 Td5 4x4 | 2005 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 90 TDI 4x4 | 2004 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 Td5 4x4 | 2004 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 90 TDI 4x4 | 2003 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 Td5 4x4 | 2003 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 90 TDI 4x4 | 2002 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 Td5 4x4 | 2002 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 90 TDI 4x4 | 2001 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 D 4x4 | 2001 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 Td5 4x4 | 2001 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 90 TDI 4x4 | 2000 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 D 4x4 | 2000 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 Td5 4x4 | 2000 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 90 TDI 4x4 | 1999 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 D 4x4 | 1999 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 Td5 4x4 | 1999 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 90 TDI 4x4 | 1998 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 D 4x4 | 1998 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 Td5 4x4 | 1998 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 3.5 4x4 | 1998 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 90 TDI 4x4 | 1997 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 D 4x4 | 1997 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 3.5 4x4 | 1997 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 90 TDI 4x4 | 1996 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 D 4x4 | 1996 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 3.5 4x4 | 1996 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 90 TDI 4x4 | 1995 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 D 4x4 | 1995 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 3.5 4x4 | 1995 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 90 TDI 4x4 | 1994 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 D 4x4 | 1994 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 3.5 4x4 | 1994 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 90 TDI 4x4 | 1993 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 D 4x4 | 1993 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 3.5 4x4 | 1993 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 90 TDI 4x4 | 1992 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 D 4x4 | 1992 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 3.5 4x4 | 1992 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 90 TDI 4x4 | 1991 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 D 4x4 | 1991 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 3.5 4x4 | 1991 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 90 TDI 4x4 | 1990 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 2.5 D 4x4 | 1990 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
| Land Rover Defender Cabrio 3.5 4x4 | 1990 | 235/85R16 | 6.5" × 16" |
For bolt pattern (PCD), offset ET, center bore, and mounting details, open the bolt pattern page for Land Rover Defender Cabrio.
FAQ
- How do I read tire size markings on the Defender Cabrio?
- Tire size markings include width in millimeters, aspect ratio as a percentage, and rim diameter in inches, e.g., 255/70R18.
- Do tire sizes differ between Defender Cabrio trims?
- Yes, trims may have varying rim diameters and widths to suit performance and appearance requirements.
- Can I fit larger rims on older Defender Cabrio models?
- Larger rims may fit but require checking clearances and recommended tire sizes to avoid handling issues.
Tire size calculatorShow
Compare two tire sizes — diameter, speedometer error, and clearance change.
| Size 1 | Size 2 | Diff | Diff(%) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diameter | 25.0" | 25.4" | 0.5" | 1.89% |
| Width | 7.7" | 8.5" | 0.8" | 10.26% |
| Circumference | 78.4" | 79.9" | 1.5" | 1.86% |
| Profile height | 5.0" | 4.2" | -0.7" | -15.08% |
| Turnover per mile | 807 | 793 | 14 | -1.73% |
| Clearance | - | - | +0.2" | - |






Speedometer Error
(First wheel OEM size)
| Reading | 20 mph | 30 mph | 40 mph | 50 mph | 60 mph | 70 mph | 80 mph | 90 mph |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Actual | 20.4 | 30.5 | 40.7 | 50.9 | 61.1 | 71.2 | 81.4 | 91.6 |
