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Old 02-03-2022 | 11:22 AM
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Originally Posted by Monstermash
Is that in the US?

I noticed the P300 comes with a leather wheel in the UK too.

​Perhaps hardly anyone worldwide actually has experience with the plastic wheel.

I think I'd regret spending this much on a vehicle if the main physical point of contact with the vehicle feels cheap.
Yes, US. Ordered in April, received in early July.
 
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Old 02-03-2022 | 11:23 AM
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The AUS makret is one of the only markets offering the plastic steering wheel. if you watch a couple AU Youtube video the reviewer is normally reviewing the base model. They discuss the steering wheel in-depth. I don't remember the names of video but Cruisemaster maybe one
 
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Old 02-03-2022 | 04:47 PM
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Originally Posted by Pangea123
Coming from a Range Rover to the Defender, I can assure you that even the leather steering wheel feels cheap by comparison. I wouldn’t go with the plastic one as the leather is barely good enough.
Thanks, that's useful to know. My current car (Audi A5) has a great interior, so I am hesitant about the step down to the Defender (in base form - plastic wheel, cloth manually adjustable seats, etc).
 
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Old 02-03-2022 | 04:49 PM
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Originally Posted by lrsg
I have the base 110 (2021) which came with the standard steering wheel. It is plastic, with a slightly soft touch to it. It is OK, but it can get sweaty, and I would much rather have a leather one. Didn't think to tick that box when I ordered, unfortunately.
Thanks, that's really useful for me to hear. The sweatyness is my main concern!

It'd probably cost as much to get it re-upholstered aftermarket as it would for me to just pay the for the upgrade to the leather wheel with mandatory cold climate pack.
 
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Old 02-03-2022 | 04:51 PM
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Originally Posted by ADVAW8S
The AUS makret is one of the only markets offering the plastic steering wheel. if you watch a couple AU Youtube video the reviewer is normally reviewing the base model. They discuss the steering wheel in-depth. I don't remember the names of video but Cruisemaster maybe one
Thanks, I'll try to take a look. I did notice the Cars Guide YouTube review was a base model, but it didn't have the non-stitched steering wheel.
 
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Old 02-04-2022 | 08:58 PM
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