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Land Rover has introduced a new flagship for the Defender family, the New Defender Octa. The brand claims it to be the toughest, most capable, and most luxurious model in the 4×4 family.Jumping straight to it, the Octa is powered by a 4.4l Twin-Turbo mild-hybrid V8 engine, dubbed as the most powerful Defender yet, with 467kW and up to 750N.m of torque enabling 0-100km/h in 3.8 seconds. The engine is mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission with high and low-range gears.
The Defender Octa’s exterior is bolder and tougher than ever, with a distinct character. The ride height is raised by 28mm, its stance is widened by 68mm, and the wheel arches are extended for a more imposing presence. Redesigned bumpers boast improved approach and departure angles, while tough underbody protection gives drivers the confidence to explore further over rough terrain. It can also wade through up to one metre of water, making it a true off-road champion.
The interior of the Defender Octa is designed to match the exterior’s boldness. Offering new performance seats with more supportive bolsters and integrated headrests, Land Rover has also integrated innovative Body and Soul Seat audio technology for the first time in a Defender, further elevating the in-cabin experience. Developed in collaboration with music industry experts SUBPAC and Coventry University, this technology allows the driver and front passenger to feel the music, not just hear it.
Land Rover introduces world-first hydraulically-interlinked 6D Dynamics suspension technology, along with extensive hardware and geometry changes, to take off-road performance to new heights. The OCTA sits 28mm higher than the standard Defender and boasts a 68mm wider stance, for superior ground clearance and stability.
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