Discover the new Land Rover Defender Octa, powered by a twin-turbo 4.4-liter V8 engine with 626 horsepower. This beast combines raw power with advanced off-road capabilities, making it the ultimate SUV for adventure enthusiasts.
Get ready, car lovers! Land Rover has just launched its most powerful model to date – the Defender Octa. Armed with a V8 engine and advanced 6D Dynamics technology, this SUV is sure to impress anyone looking for a combination of raw power and superior off-road performance.
The most powerful Defender ever
The Land Rover Defender Octa is equipped with BMW's twin-turbo 4.4-liter mild-hybrid V8 engine that develops an astonishing 626 horsepower (467 kW) and 800 Nm of torque (590 lb-ft). This beast accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h (0-62 mph) in less than 4 seconds - fast enough to blow all your coffee out of your hands before you can even catch your breath.
Advanced 6D Dynamics Technology
Defender Octa brings revolutionary 6D Dynamics technology that eliminates body roll and maximizes suspension articulation. The vehicle is 1.1 inches (2.8 cm) taller than the standard Defender and has a 2.7-inch (6.9 cm) wider track, allowing for greater stability and better off-road performance. With this SUV, you will drive everything that nature throws at you - from muddy paths to rocky passes.
Design improvements
At first glance, you'll notice that the Defender Octa is no average SUV. With wider fenders, new wheels and robust skid plates, it looks like a true road warrior. The hood with a prominent "power bulge" emphasizes the monstrous V8 engine hidden underneath, while the interior is equipped with premium materials and the latest technology that enhances comfort and luxury.
Relentless testing
The Defender Octa has endured more than 13,960 additional tests, in addition to standard Defender testing, at various locations around the world. It was tested on the Nürburgring in Germany, on Ladoux in France, on ice tracks in Sweden, in the desert dunes of Dubai and on rock passes in Moab, USA. This is the most thoroughly tested Defender to date. Now we know why they call it “unstoppable” (Land Rover Media) (Land Rover Monthly).
Limited production
Production of the Defender Octa will be limited, with just 1,070 units allocated for the first year of UK production. The vehicle is expected to be priced around £200,000 (around €235,000), putting it in direct competition with models such as Mercedes-AMG G63. And with only 1,000 units available for the U.S., car enthusiasts will rush to get theirs (Land Rover Monthly) (Car Sales).
Order books for new Defender OCTA will be opening soon, with an estimated price starting at £145,300 (approx. €168,000) in the UK. Available throughout the first year of production, the new Defender OCTA Edition One is priced from £160,800 (approximately €186,000) in the UK. This new high-performance off-road hero will make its public and dynamic debut at the 2024 Goodwood Festival of Speed from July 11-14.
