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NDTV
18-07-2025
- Automotive
- NDTV
Sunny Deol Explores Ladakh In Land Rover Defender Octa: Check Pics
Sunny Deol, the famous Bollywood actor and politician, is an avid traveller. Keen on taking road trips, the pictures of the actor's most recent trip to Ladakh were shared on social media. To make this trip even better, the journey has been completed using his recently bought Land Rover Defender Octa. This vehicle is an upgraded version of the luxury SUV with an improved powertrain, with relatively more power output compared to the standard version. More on that later. Reports suggest that the recent road trip was taken after Sunny Deol shot for his upcoming movie Border 2. In the pictures, he can be seen standing in front of his Defender Octa parked on the Baralacha La, which is a mountain pass at an altitude of 16,040 feet. It seems like the actor drove the SUV himself to the mountain pass. Also Read: A few years ago, after acquiring his first Land Rover Defender 110, Sunny Deol embarked on a road trip to the mountains in North India. He even assessed the vehicle's capabilities by driving it off-road. The Defender 110 boasts a Fuji White finish, while the Octa features a matte grey/green color. View this post on Instagram A post shared by (@koimoi) The Defender Octa is priced approximately at Rs 2.8 crore (ex-showroom). In comparison to the standard Defender, the Octa Edition One is equipped with upgraded front and rear bumpers, a larger grille, broader side wheel arches, new 20-inch alloy wheels, and a quad exhaust system. The Defender Octa Edition One is powered by a powerful 4.4-liter twin-turbocharged V8 engine, which includes mild-hybrid assistance. This engine generates 626 hp and delivers 750 Nm of peak torque. The power is transmitted to the wheels through an 8-speed automatic gearbox. In addition to the two Defenders, Sunny Deol owns other vehicles such as the Range Rover Autobiography LWB, Volkswagen Tiguan, Porsche 911 GT3 Touring, and more.
The Citizen
10-07-2025
- Automotive
- The Citizen
2025 Land Rover Defender Octa Black: South African price and specs
Land Rover has whipped the wraps off the Defender Octa Black, with the local arm of the British marque revealing how much the menacing-looking limited edition will cost in South Africa. See pricing below… Following the reveal of the Range Rover Sport SV Black, Land Rover has now applied the same formula to the flagship Defender, the Octa. And it will strictly be available in limited numbers. The Defender Octa Black features Narvik Black exterior paintwork, Satin Black Powder Coat finish for the front undershield and rear scuff plates, and gloss black exhaust outlets. Several underbody elements have also been finished in the latter hue. The limited edition is available with the choice of 20- and 22-inch wheels, replete with black centre caps. The exterior theme is carried over to the cabin, where the facia is finished in black and the seats are upholstered in Ebony semi-aniline leather and textile material. Carbon-fibre trim is available as a cost option. As a reminder, the Coventry automaker's most powerful Defender employs a 4.4l V8, sourced from BMW. The twin-turbocharged petrol unit produces a healthy 467kW and 750N.m of torque, delivered to all four corners via an eight-speed automatic transmission. According to Land Rover, these figures allow the pinnacle Defender to sprint to 100km/h from a standstill in four seconds, before topping out at 250km/h, or 210km/h when fitted with 20-inch wheels. Land Rover Defender Octa Black price in South Africa The Defender Octa Black is priced from R3 979 500, making it R315 900 more expensive than the standard Defender Octa, which we sampled in First Edition form in January 2025. Included in the pricing are a five-year/100 000km maintenance plan and a warranty spanning the same number of years and distance. Land Rover Defender Octa Black — R3 979 500 Said Mark Cameron, MD of the Defender brand: 'The introduction of the Defender Octa Black takes things up a notch [on the standard derivative]. We know our clients love giving their Defenders all-black finishes, so our designers have applied this principle to every possible surface – inside and out – to create the ultimate tough luxury Defender Octa.' Click here to browse thousands of new and used vehicles here with CARmag! The post 2025 Land Rover Defender Octa Black: South African Price & Specs appeared first on CAR Magazine. Breaking news at your fingertips… Follow Caxton Network News on Facebook and join our WhatsApp channel. Nuus wat saakmaak. Volg Caxton Netwerk-nuus op Facebook en sluit aan by ons WhatsApp-kanaal.
Hindustan Times
05-07-2025
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Everything you need to know about the India-bound Land Rover Defender Octa Black
The Land Rover Defender Octa Black comes in a new Narvik Black paint scheme with over 30 exterior elements finished in black to keep up with the theme. The Land Rover Defender Octa Black has been unveiled recently and it is set to make its way to our shores soon. The new all-black variant expands the ultra-premium appeal of the Defender range with stealthier aesthetics, featuring deep black finishes, bespoke interior trim, and a broad tech suite. Built on the same performance-oriented platform as the standard Defender Octa, the Octa Black carries forward the BMW-sourced 4.4-litre V8 engine and adds exclusive styling elements alongside the latest feature upgrades. If you are interested in the Land Rover Defender Octa Black, here's everything you need to know before it reaches dealerships in the country: 1 Defender Octa Black: Exterior Design The Defender Octa Black will come finished in a Narvik Black paint scheme, which JLR describes as the 'truest black' in the Defender colour palette. 30 exterior elements have been finished in black to keep up with the theme, including the rear scuff plates and the front undershield in a Satin Black Powder Coat. The quad exhaust tips get a gloss black finish while the Land Rover emblem on the front grille is also blacked-out with a darkened silver script. The new Defender offers its buyers with the choice between 20 to 22-inch gloss black wheels, featuring black centre caps and Shadow Atlas Defender script. The brake calipers are finished in gloss black, with lettering in Sentient Silver. 4 Defender Octa Black: Engine and Performance The Land Rover Defender Octa Black is powered by the same BMW-sourced 4.4-litre twin-turbo V8 engine. This mild-hybrid powerplant is mated to an eight-speed automatic and makes 626 bhp of peak power and 750 Nm of maximum torque. With this, the Defender Octa can sprint from a standstill to 100 kmph in 4 seconds. The SUV comes with 6D Dynamic suspension, which helps to control roll, pitch, and dive. There is also an OCTA mode that optimises the SUV for traversing on loose surfaces. A variety of Terrain Response modes are also available, including Sand, Mud and Ruts, Grass Gravel Snow, and Rock Crawl. Check out Upcoming Cars in India 2025, Best SUVs in India. First Published Date: 05 Jul 2025, 18:00 PM IST TAGS: jlr defender octa land rover defender land rover NEXT ARTICLE BEGINS
Yahoo
04-07-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Land Rover's Defender Octa goes stealth with new Black specification
Land Rover's range-topping Defender Octa has gained an undercover new specification with the Black. Applied to the V8-powered four-wheel-drive, the new Black specification brings a range of black-finished components for an undercover, stealthy look. All cars are finished in Narvik Black as standard, while an optional matte protective film can be applied as an option. You'll find satin black paint on areas such as the front undershield and rear scuff plates, too, while the Land Rover badge on the grille is black with a darkened silver script. There's also the choice of either 20-inch forged or 22-inch gloss black wheels with black centre caps. Inside, you'll find ebony leather applied throughout with perforation patterns applied to the seats. The main dashboard section is finished in a satin black powder coat, too, while buyers can also add a chopped carbon fibre finish as an extra. All cars get a 13.1-inch infotainment system as standard, too, which incorporates smartphone mirroring as well. Mark Cameron, managing Director, Defender, said: 'There's no denying the presence and purpose of Defender Octa: it's the tallest and widest Defender, enabling it to tackle even more extreme terrain. 'The introduction of Defender Octa Black takes things up a notch. We know our clients love giving their Defenders all-black finishes, so our designers have applied this principle to every possible surface – inside and out – to create the ultimate tough luxury Defender Octa.'. As with all Defender Octa models, the Black gets a 4.4-litre turbocharged V8 engine as well as Land Rover's 6D suspension system which can help the car to maintain a level footing no matter what conditions it is driving through.
Time of India
04-07-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Land Rover Defender Octa goes stealth with Black Edition: Check pics
Land Rover Defender Octa Black Edition breaks cover. Earlier this year, Land Rover launched the Defender Octa in India at a starting price of Rs 2.59 crore, ex-showroom. Now, the SUV has received a new all-black version called the Octa Black Edition. Unveiled globally, this version gets several visual upgrades inside and out. Here's a look at what's new. Land Rover Defender Octa Black Edition: All you need to know The model is painted in Narvik Black and comes with over 30 blacked-out elements like the grille, exhaust tips, tow hooks, scuff plates, and even parts underneath the car. It will be available with an option to choose between 20- or 22-inch gloss black wheels with black brake calipers, that lend it a stealthier look. Moving inside, the cabin continues the blackout theme with Ebony Semi-Aniline Leather paired with Kvadrat fabric: a first for any Defender. The seats carry new perforation patterns, and the dashboard can be optioned with chopped carbon fibre. Standard features include a new 13.1-inch touchscreen, smoked taillamps, and revised LED signature graphics. Under the hood, the OCTA Black continues with a 4.4-litre twin-turbo mild-hybrid V8 that delivers 635 hp and 750 Nm, capable of sprinting from 0–100 kmph in just 3.8 seconds. It also retains features like the advanced 6D Dynamics suspension and OCTA Mode for high-speed off-roading. Defender's most Towering version: India plans, electric Defender and more | TOI Auto Having already launched the Range Rover Sport SV Black Edition, Land Rover seems to be riding high on the stealth trend. We can expect the Defender OCTA Black to land in India later this year or early 2026. Stay tuned to TOI Auto for latest updates on the automotive sector and do follow us on our social media handles on Facebook, Instagram and X. Discover everything about the automotive world at Times of India .
