Perched high atop a secretive Williamsburg building, with the Manhattan skyline shimmering in the background, a select group of journalists gathered for a breathtaking reveal: the Land Rover Defender OCTA. This new model promises to be the toughest, most capable, and downright luxurious beast in the 4×4 world. Think rugged adventure meets city chic—this is the pinnacle of off-road opulence. The name “OCTA” nods to the diamond, Earth’s toughest and most luxurious mineral.
As storm clouds gathered and the wind picked up, the Defender OCTA and its sleek Edition One sibling made a grand entrance. With its elevated stance, wider frame, and beefed-up wheel arches, this ride exudes confidence. Redesigned bumpers boost approach and departure angles, while the tough-as-nails underbody protection ensures you’re ready to tackle the wildest terrain.
Inside, the Defender OCTA is nothing short of a sensory playground. The new Performance Seats come with extra support and integrated headrests, perfect for a thrilling ride. But the real game-changer? The Body and Soul Seat audio system was developed with music experts SUBPAC and Coventry University. Imagine feeling the beats as if they were vibrating through your very bones—this is next-level immersive.
Under the hood, a 4.4-litre Twin Turbo mild-hybrid V8 is cranking out 626 horsepower and up to 553 lb-ft of torque. It rockets from 0 to 100 km/h in just 4.0 seconds, blending raw power with sleek design. The 6D Dynamics suspension with pitch and roll control and a finely tuned chassis make sure you can race along highways and conquer backroads with equal flair.
To top it off, the Defender OCTA comes in two exclusive premium metallic finishes: Petra Copper and Faroe Green, plus Carpathian Grey and Charente Grey. The Faroe Green and carbon fibre details are exclusive to the Edition One. Every Defender OCTA features a gloss Narvik Black contrast roof and tailgate, making it look as stylish as it is capable.
This sky-high reveal has us buzzing with excitement. We can’t wait to hit the road and experience the Defender OCTA’s full throttle!