Land Rover says that the Defender OCTA will be “the toughest, most capable, and luxurious Defender vehicle ever.” The company also said that it is testing the car in the “most exhaustive” range of conditions of any of its cars to date; “from the snow and ice of Sweden to the Dubai desert, Nürburgring Tarmac and Moab rock crawls”.
The company has not revealed any technical details of the SUV but the company has confirmed that the Octa will be powered by a twin-turbocharged V8. In comparison, the existing lineup of Defender uses a supercharged ‘AJ’ unit. The Octa is expected to get BMW BMW-sourced 4.4-litre twin turbo V8 which also powers up the Range Rover Sport SV. The engine puts out 618hp of power and 800Nm of torque and has a claimed 0-100 kph sprint in just 3.8 seconds and a top speed of over 280 kph.
The Defender Octa will also get a ‘6D Dynamic’ suspension system which can also be found in the Range Rover Sport SV. It’s a hydraulic system that connects dampers across the vehicle, enabling active management of pitch and roll without a traditional anti-roll bar. This setup ensures sufficient wheel articulation for demanding off-road conditions while maintaining on-road performance and comfort.
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The Octa will also get a new diamond-shaped badge placed on areas like the steering wheel and side panelling. The teaser image also reveals that it will get a bespoke set of Brembo brakes. Full details such as pricing and specifications will be announced later this year and the Octa will be the new flagship model in the Defender’s line-up.
Mark Cameron, Managing Director, Defender, said: “Defender has been synonymous with all-terrain capability with a bloodline tracing back to the Series 1 in 1948. New Defender OCTA will take this to another level, with a dramatic stance, innovative technology and unparalleled attention to detail. With astounding performance and a bold new attitude, it will enable our clients to master epic adventures in heightened luxury.”