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India Today
6 days ago
- Automotive
- India Today
Land Rover Defender receives style and feature updates: Know what's new
Land Rover has revealed the updated Defender, introducing refined design elements, advanced technology, and enhanced off-road capabilities across its 90, 110, 130, and high-performance OCTA variants. Exterior styling The new Defender sports subtle yet striking exterior updates. Redesigned headlights feature a smaller centre LED DRL section, creating a distinctive signature when illuminated, with fog lights now standard across all models. Smoked, flush-fitting tail lights enhance visibility and lend a sleek, modern aesthetic. A gloss black grille bar paired with a dark Land Rover badge adds a contemporary edge, while new gloss black Defender-branded wheel center caps unify its bold look. advertisementTwo new exterior colours—Woolstone Green, inspired by the UK's Woolstone waterfall, and Borasco Grey, reflecting California's Borasco silver mine—join the palette. A new 22-inch seven-spoke Diamond Turned Dark Grey alloy wheel design is available, complemented by updated front and rear bumpers in Silicon Silver or Carpathian Grey Satin. The Defender OCTA stands out with an exclusive Sargasso Blue colour and textured graphite accents, with a Patagonia White Matte Wrap option planned for late 2025 for OCTA and 5.0-litre V8 and technology Inside, the Defender's cabin is upgraded with a larger 13.1-inch Pivi Pro touchscreen infotainment system, replacing the previous 11.4-inch unit. This sharper, faster display improves usability and integrates seamlessly above the ergonomically repositioned gear shifter. The redesigned centre console maximises space with a sliding section for small-item storage and a deeper stowage area. The optional Signature Suite adds removable side pockets with cable routing for clutter-free charging, while a front-row jump seat option enables three-abreast seating on select driver-assistance technology includes a driver attention monitor with a steering column-mounted camera, providing audio-visual alerts to ensure focus on the road. For off-road enthusiasts, the optional adaptive off-road cruise control, an evolution of all terrain progress control, automatically adjusts speed to maintain driver-selected comfort levels over rough terrain, reducing effort and enhancing OCTA The Defender OCTA remains the pinnacle of the lineup, powered by a 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 producing 635PS and 750Nm of torque, paired with innovative 6D Dynamics suspension for exceptional on- and off-road performance. New personalisation options include Sargasso Blue, Chopped Carbon Fibre accents, and 20-inch forged alloy wheels. A 4,500kg-rated winch with a carbon-fibre cover further enhances its off-road The 2025 Defender offers expanded accessory packs, including Explorer, Adventure, and Urban Packs, with new black-finished Expedition Roof Rack, Cross Bars, and Front Undershield options. The Defender 130 introduces an integrated air compressor for adjusting tire pressures during off-road excursions, ideal for soft-sand driving. Updated matte black bonnet decals with Defender script and deployable or fixed side steps improve accessibility across all and availability The powertrain lineup remains unchanged, with India offering five engine options: a 2.0-litre petrol, a 2.0-litre plug-in hybrid, a 3.0-litre diesel, a 5.0-litre V8, and the OCTA's 4.4-litre V8. In India, the Defender range is priced between Rs 1.05 crore and Rs 2.79 crore (ex-showroom), the new Defender is expected to arrive soon in to Auto Today Magazine
Korea Herald
26-05-2025
- Automotive
- Korea Herald
Land Rover's powerful Defender tackles Korea's terrain in style
British premium sport utility vehicle brand Land Rover has launched the Defender OCTA in Korea, the most powerful model in its Defender lineup. The new flagship combines upgraded engine performance with improved off-road capability and enhanced on-road comfort, made possible by a refined suspension system. On Thursday, The Korea Herald test-drove the Defender OCTA in Anseong, Gyeonggi Province, on public roads and an off-road course, including high-speed taxi runs with a professional driver on steep slopes. 'Powered by a 4.4-liter twin-turbo mild hybrid V8 engine, it produces 635 PS and 76.5 kilogram-meters of torque. That's enough to take you from 0 to 100 kilometers per hour in just 4 seconds,' said Robin Colgan, managing director of Jaguar Land Rover Korea, ahead of the test-drive. '(Thanks to its 6D Dynamics suspension system,) it actively reduces pitch and roll, giving the driver confidence and comfort whether on the highway or in more challenging terrain.' JLR's focus on off-road performance is evident in the Defender OCTA's exterior design. While retaining the boxy silhouette and clean, rugged lines characteristic of the mid-size Defender 110, the OCTA features more angular bumpers designed to improve clearance on uneven terrain. Its short front hood, a hallmark of the Defender lineup, combines with a 28-millimeter higher ground clearance than the standard model. This provided a stable, elevated driving position with enhanced road visibility during the test-drive, offering greater control than typical SUVs. Off-road driving modes can be selected via a 10-inch touchscreen and physical controls, arranged in an intuitively recognizable user interface. The screen displays real-time torque distribution across all four wheels, the activation status of the front and rear locking differentials and the current wading depth. These electronically controlled systems automatically adjust based on terrain type, enabling the driver to respond confidently in challenging situations while also allowing manual selection when desired. With its hydraulic suspension system and advanced traction, the in-cabin experience remained comfortable and stable throughout the course, which simulated extreme off-road conditions. During a 50-centimeter water wading test, the vehicle maintained a smooth, flowing motion despite the uneven and shifting terrain beneath. According to the company, the OCTA's rated water fording depth is 1 meter. A crawling function also ensures steady, automatic progress through rocky, muddy or sloped terrain, with selectable speeds ranging from 3 to 30 kilometers per hour, allowing safe movement in conditions where vehicles could otherwise slip or tip. Later, a dedicated taxi ride with the professional driver showcased the OCTA's dynamic potential. With OCTA mode activated — a setting that enhances off-road control by optimizing suspension, braking and torque management — the 2,665-kilogram Defender OCTA surged up a 30-degree incline, briefly lifting all four wheels off the ground, then executed a sharp, sporty drift on sand without sustaining damage. To further showcase the suspension's performance, newly applied to the Defender, the 40-minute road drive included steep, curving mountain roads, typical of routes to off-road locations in Korea. Under professional supervision, the OCTA accelerated to nearly 100 kilometers per hour before entering a curve, maintaining significant speed throughout. Despite the sudden change in direction, the vehicle showed limited body movement, with responsive steering further enhancing stability. The suspension also performed well on highways. Sudden acceleration, supported by one of the fastest zero-back responses among off-road vehicles, and braking were handled smoothly. The suspension minimized cabin shake, helping to reduce driver fatigue. The mild hybrid system with its 48-volt battery also contributes to a quieter, more comfortable ride. During on-road driving, the gasoline-powered vehicle achieved approximately 7 kilometers per liter in fuel efficiency. JLR Korea began delivering the Defender OCTA and a limited edition with enhanced luxury design, Edition One, starting in May. The price of the OCTA starts at 224.97 million won ($164,000), while the Edition One is priced at 242.57 million won.
