Land Rover Defender wing mirror: generations, types and replacement
Which Land Rover Defender mirror you need, how generations differ and what to check before you order.
Land Rover Defender generations and mirror differences
| Generation | Years | Mirror notes |
|---|---|---|
| Original Defender | 1983-2016 | The classic Defender. Its mirrors are very different from modern units and many are simple mechanical designs. |
| New Defender | 2020 onwards | A modern design with feature-rich mirrors, which can include folding and camera equipment on some trims. |
Year ranges are approximate and based on European sales. Check your registration and handbook for your car.
Which Land Rover Defender mirror do you have?
Features depend on year, market and trim. Cars like yours may come with:
- Original: simple mirror arrangements, often manual
- New: electric adjustment and heated glass on most cars
- New: power folding on many trims
- New: camera or sensor equipment on some trims
Test your own car: does the mirror adjust electrically, fold, show an indicator, or clear mist with the rear screen heater on? Match those features when ordering.
Common Land Rover Defender wing mirror problems
- Original: loose fixings and worn arms from age and hard use
- New: damage to fold motors or electronics
- Glass cracks on either generation
Tip for your Defender
Tell us which Defender you have. The classic and the new model share a name but not a single mirror part.
Glass, cap or full unit?
If only the glass is cracked, glass alone is usually enough. A broken housing, a dead motor or a failed indicator usually means a full unit. See glass vs full unit and replacing a wing mirror.
Land Rover Defender wing mirror FAQs
Does a classic Defender mirror fit the new Defender?
No. They are completely different designs.
Does the new Defender have a camera in the mirror?
Some trims may have camera equipment. Check yours before ordering.
Which side is the driver's side Land Rover Defender wing mirror in Ireland?
The right-hand (offside) mirror. The left-hand (nearside) mirror is the passenger side.
Need help finding the right mirror?
Send us your registration number, which side (driver or passenger) and a photo of the back of the mirror, and we will point you to the correct part.