Electrogenic reveals ‘drop in’ kit to electrify Land Rover Defenders

The conversion kit, aimed at the agricultural sector and landowners, has been in development and extensively tested over the past 18 months on Worthy Farm, which hosts the Glastonbury Festival.

It is designed to be installed by a suitably qualified mechanic and to be maintenance free. An electric motor is bolted to the Defender’s existing clutch bell housing, so the vehicle retains its gears. It packs 120bhp and 235Nm of torque, Electrogenic confirmed, comparable power and torque to the original diesel engine.

52kWh of batteries are mounted under the bonnet to give 100+ miles of range on-road and more when driving off-road or around a farm. As standard, the kit is equipped for 5.5kW AC overnight charging via a Type 2 connector, with faster charging available as an optional extra.

Electrogenic conversions retain the original Defender’s versatility and four-wheel drive whilst improving off-road ability by fitment of the electric motor, the EV company said. Describing it as ‘effortless to drive, even in demanding off-road scenarios’, the company said the electric motor’s instant torque also enhances towing capability while dual-stage, regenerative braking enables ultra-controlled, brake-free off-road descents.