logo
Land Rover unveils Defender OCTA Black edition

Land Rover unveils Defender OCTA Black edition

Time of India04-07-2025
Land Rover has introduced the Defender OCTA Black, a new variant of its high-performance off-roader, featuring extensive blacked-out detailing and interior enhancements. Designed as a more aggressive and luxurious version of the Defender OCTA.
Finished in Narvik Black, the darkest shade in the Defender palette, the OCTA Black includes black accents on 30 exterior components.
The SUV includes a Satin Black Powder Coat front undershield and rear scuff plates, Gloss Black quad exhaust tips, and a darkened Land Rover grille badge. Clients can also opt for a matte protective film for added personalisation.
Features and specifications
The OCTA Black is offered with either 20-inch forged or 22-inch Gloss Black wheels, both fitted with black centre caps and Shadow Atlas Defender script. Gloss Black brake calipers with silver script add a contrasting detail.
Inside, the cabin introduces Ebony Semi-Aniline Leather with Kvadrat, marking a first for the Defender range. The performance seats feature unique perforation and stitching patterns, while interior accents include a Satin Black Cross Car Beam and optional Chopped Carbon Fibre trim.
Powered by a 635PS 4.4-litre twin-turbo mild-hybrid V8 engine, the OCTA Black includes 6D Dynamics suspension and a dedicated OCTA Mode for high-performance off-road driving. It also features the Body and Soul Seats (BASS) developed with SUBPAC, offering a vibro-acoustic experience via a 700W Meridian sound system.
The OCTA Black joins the
Defender OCTA line-up
, which now includes two new colour options: Sargasso Blue and Borasco Grey.
Orange background

Try Our AI Features

Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:

Comments

No comments yet...

Related Articles

UP Brothers Prove Sharing Is Overrated, Buys Three Matching Land Rover Defender
UP Brothers Prove Sharing Is Overrated, Buys Three Matching Land Rover Defender

News18

time2 days ago

  • News18

UP Brothers Prove Sharing Is Overrated, Buys Three Matching Land Rover Defender

Three brothers posed with their respective Land Rover Defender SUVs in a clip, carrying a bright smile and pride in their eyes upon purchasing the luxury vehicle. The Land Rover Defender has been a spectacular success in the Indian market. It has rapidly become automobile enthusiasts' favourite SUV, hailed as a symbol of wealth and power due to its strong appearance on the road. Auto fanatics would've noted almost every video of the Land Rover Defender attracting eyeballs and humungous views over social media. Now, another video of the vehicle has emerged, where these three brothers taking delivery of three different Defenders on a single day grabbed the attention. An old clip of these three brothers purchasing the Land Rover Defender together has resurfaced on the internet from the northern state of Uttar Pradesh in India. The video shows three SUVs parked in front of the showroom, all finished in shiny White. The brothers can be seen standing next to the SUVs while also dressed in white and soaking in the laughter, cheers and pride expressed by their friends and family members behind them. As the video progressed, the vehicles were unveiled before the three brothers posed with their respective Land Rover Defenders and wore a wry smile on their faces, reflecting their excitement and a great sense of pride at owning the luxury vehicle. The Defender 110 currently has an ex-showroom price of Rs 1.39 Crores in the Indian market, making it among the most expensive automobiles in the country. However, it isn't clear whether the respective SUVs that the brothers posed with were the Defender 110, since the video is from 2024, when there were more variants available in the country. The collective prize of the three SUVs, though, would've easily crossed Rs 3 crores. The Land Rover's new Defender was introduced in India in 2020. The luxury vehicle was updated to boast of a major variant rejig, which allowed the Defender lineup to be streamlined perfectly by 2025. The Defender continues to excite and entice customers, coming in three body styles: the short wheelbase, standard wheelbase and long wheelbase. The 2025 range has had minor upgrades inside the cabin, including 14-way heated/cooled electric seats, suede headliner and winged headrests, updated 'PiVi Pro' pack, more storage in the centre console and captain seats for the second row. Apart from that, Defender's V8 engine is now also offered on lower variants: X-Dynamic HSE and X. While the P425 variant produces 420bhp, the P525 V8 makes 517bhp, enabling an acceleration from 0 to 100 kph in 5.2 seconds. The P425 variant took 5.6 seconds for the same. view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.

Watch: Sadhu Casually Walks Into Land Rover Showroom, Purchases Range Rover Next Moment
Watch: Sadhu Casually Walks Into Land Rover Showroom, Purchases Range Rover Next Moment

News18

time2 days ago

  • News18

Watch: Sadhu Casually Walks Into Land Rover Showroom, Purchases Range Rover Next Moment

Last Updated: The SUV in petrol starts at Rs 84.90 lakh, while the diesel Autobiography costs up to Rs 89.90 lakh (all ex-showroom). The Land Rover Range Rover is considered one of the luxurious models in the SUV segment. It is often considered as first choice by most of the business tycoons and Bollywood celebrities. Recently, a normal-looking Sadhu or spiritual guru shocked the internet when he walked into the Land Rover showroom casually and walked out with one of the expensive models. A video of him taking the delivery of the performance SUV Range Rover Velar went viral on the internet as well. The clip has been shared by the owner himself on Instagram with the handle named jisamundernath. He did not add any caption or details about the post, just added a spiritual song of lord Shankar in the background. Take a look at video here In the clip, the Sadhu can be seen wearing traditional saffron attire, approaching the showroom. As soon as he enters the premises, he sits inside the Range Rover Velar, appreciating its luxurious vibe. As the clip moved further, the spiritual guru took the delivery of the SUV and was sitting in the driving seat and enjoying his ride. Social Media Reaction Ever since the video was shared on the internet, it has reached a massive viewership with thousands of likes and comments. While some users congratulated him on the dream car, some suggested he should have gone for the black paint scheme, as it looks more aesthetic and bold. Price Range Meanwhile, the SUV in petrol starts at Rs 84.90 lakh, while the diesel Autobiography costs up to Rs 89.90 lakh (all ex-showroom). When it comes to the on-road, the former costs almost Rs 97 lakh, the latter crosses 1 crore. view comments First Published: August 11, 2025, 15:07 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.

Tata Motors shares can fall to Rs 550, predicts Jefferies. Should you sell?
Tata Motors shares can fall to Rs 550, predicts Jefferies. Should you sell?

Economic Times

time3 days ago

  • Economic Times

Tata Motors shares can fall to Rs 550, predicts Jefferies. Should you sell?

Global brokerage Jefferies warns that Tata Motors' share price could drop to Rs 550, citing a 37–41% year-on-year (YoY) decline in Q1 EBITDA and pre-ex PBT, which also came in 13–22% below its estimates (JEFe). ADVERTISEMENT 'We cut FY26-28E EPS by 8-15% on lower volumes and margins for JLR and India PVs. We expect a 19% EPS decline in FY26E, followed by just 8% CAGR over FY26-28E. Our FY27-28 EPS estimates are 12-21% below Street. We see multiple above-mentioned challenges across business; and we are unconvinced about the Iveco acquisition (A Risky Detour). TTMT stock has lagged Nifty-50 by 21% since Jan (Downgrade to UNPF), and we retain UNPF with a revised Rs 550 PT (earlier Rs 600). We prefer MM & TVSL in autos,' according to a report by the brokerage. Also Read | How to choose a mutual fund: A beginner's simple step-by-step guide The report mentioned that fall in Q1 EBITDA below JEFe was led by lower margins in JLR and India PVs. JLR wholesales fell 11% YoY with lower sales across the US (tariff impact), UK, and Europe. India PV volumes fell 10% YoY, and EBITDA declined 37% YoY as margin fell to 4.0% (14-qtr low). India CV volumes also fell 6% YoY, but EBITDA was flat YoY as margin rose 60bp YoY to 12.2%, the Jefferies report the rising headwinds at JLR, the global brokerage said while the US trade deals with UK/EU at 10-15% tariffs bring some relief, we believe JLR will continue to face severe business pressures due to rising competition and additional 10% consumption tax in China, high customer acquisition cost & warranty expenses, and BEV transition, while its key models (RR, RR Sport and Defender) are now 2-4 years old. ADVERTISEMENT After a strong 45% CAGR over FY21-23, truck industry wholesales were flat in FY24 and fell 4% YoY in FY25/1QFY26; we expect a modest 3% CAGR over FY25-28E, the report said. Unlock 500+ Stock Recos on App On the long-term view, the Jefferies report said that JLR is facing pressures including increased competition and tariffs in China, higher warranty costs and BEV transition, while its key models are starting to age, In India, TTMT's PV market share is slipping, and CV demand is weak, and we are unconvinced on Iveco acquisition too. ADVERTISEMENT The company reported a steep 63% year-on-year (YoY) decline in consolidated net profit for the June quarter (Q1FY26). For the quarter ended June 2025, Tata Motors' consolidated net profit fell to Rs 3,924 crore from Rs 10,514 crore in the same period last year. Also Read | Parag Parikh Flexi Cap Fund increase stake in ITC and 11 other stocks in July The company's total revenue from operations stood at Rs 1.04 lakh crore, marginally down 0.3% from Rs 1.07 lakh crore recorded in the corresponding quarter of the previous financial year. ADVERTISEMENT The company attributed the moderation in performance to a challenging demand environment and stated it will focus on strengthening its business fundamentals. Measures outlined include mitigating tariff impacts through brand leverage, improving product mix, and implementing targeted actions to enhance contribution margins. In the current calendar year so far, the shares of Tata Motors have fallen by 13% and in the last one year have gone down by 39.98%. (You can now subscribe to our ETMarkets WhatsApp channel)

DOWNLOAD THE APP

Get Started Now: Download the App

Ready to dive into a world of global content with local flavor? Download Daily8 app today from your preferred app store and start exploring.
app-storeplay-store