Land Rover Defender 110 Photos.................From today, all Defender 110 Station Wagons featuring the Utility Pack will gain a Classification change from M1 to N1 passenger carrying Light Commercial Vehicle. With a payload capability in excess of 1,000 kg, the Defender 110 Utility Wagon also meets requirements to be classified as a light goods vehicle for VAT purposes should be the commercial usage.
The Utility Pack, which is a no cost option available on all three trim levels - base, County and XS - replaces the rear side windows of the standard station wagon with paneled sides, providing a secure load area space whilst still maintaining Seating for five people .
Customers purchasing a Defender 110 Utility Wagon for commercial requirements can benefit from VAT reclaim, Benefit in Kind tax capped at £ 3000 for light commercial vehicles and an LCV rate of Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) - £ 185 from May 1, 2009.
John Edwards, UK managing director, Land Rover said: "The change in Classification for the Defender 110 wagon Utility provides our business customers with a more flexible and cost-effective alternative to other double cabs. The Utility pack ensures a more secure load space whilst not affecting the vehicle's ability to transport five people comfortably - making it an ideal workhorse. "