With 635 horsepower, a 4.4-liter V8 and the ability to accelerate to 100 km/h in 4 seconds, the new Land Rover Defender Octa is not just an SUV – it's the ultimate super-SUV. Buckle up, the adventure begins.
Forget everything you thought you knew about Defender. New ones Land Rover Defender Vinegar is the moment when Land Rover looks deep into the eyes of the competition and says: "Hold my gin, I'm crossing the river." Still fundamentally an iconic SUV, but now rolled up, expanded, upgraded and equipped to also compete Lara Croft asked if she was really adventurous enough for this beast.
As the British would say: "This is not your dad's Defender."
The heart of the Land Rover Defender Octa diamond: the ground-shaking Twin Turbo V8
Under the hood is an engine that sounds like it was taken from a supercar and given the personality of a gorilla – a 4.4-liter Twin Turbo V8 with mild hybrid (BMW engine same like in Range Rover Sports SV) develops 635 hp (467 kW) and 750 Nm torque (up to 800 Nm in mode Dynamic Launch). And yes, it can 0–100 km/h in 4.0 seconds (0–60 mph in 3.8 seconds). That's Ferrari F50 acceleration in a vehicle weighing over 2.5 tonsPure madness.
Top speed? 249 km/h (155 mph) – of course, if you choose 22-inch wheels and all-season tires. But if you decide to Goodyear DuraTrac Advanced All-Terrain with 33 inches, the speed drops to "modest" 160 km/h, but swap the asphalt for Saharan sand and you won't miss a single kilometer.
6D Dynamics: When physics nods and says "okay, I'll let you"
What does “6D Dynamics” actually mean? Imagine a suspension that reads the terrain faster than you can, controls the vehicle’s roll in six directions, and can adjust in real time. No stabilizers, just hydraulically connected shock absorbers, the system allows for greater axle articulation on the ground and smoother cornering. In other words – the Land Rover Defender OCTA can go full throttle over gravel without spilling your coffee in the pot.
OCTA Mode – Push a button for… BAJA RALLY?
A long press on the steering wheel button activates the all-new “Octa Mode.” The result? 80 % power to the rear wheels, milder traction control (DSC Off), off-road ABS calibration and the feeling of being the hero of the Dakar Rally. The Land Rover Defender OCTA version is so extreme, in fact, that Land Rover will make its first appearance at the Dakar Rally itself in 2026. What starts as testing in the Lambert Desert ends with an assault on legends.
Exterior: Wide, tall, bold
Land Rover Defender OCTA is for 68 mm wider and 28 mm higher than the standard Defender 110. The latter increases ground clearance to 323mm and improves off-road angles. Designed with huge fenders, revised bumpers, aluminum underbody protection and an aggressive grille that allows for better cooling, it looks like something that went straight from natural selection to a competition for Mr. Universe.
Maximum wading depth? 1000 mm. If you plan to cross the river – just use gas. Or let OCTA do its thing.
Color options? Exclusive “Petra Copper” and “Faroe Green,” with the Edition One even featuring carbon-Kevlar details with copper wire. Because why not?
Inside: When Defender hugs you and starts vibrating
And now something for the audiophiles – Body and Soul Seats. No, it's not a joke. These are seats that convert sound technology into vibrations and allow you to you feel the music. Like a SubPac vest, but in the seat. Six programs to improve mood, concentration or just the feeling of being in a video game. Available in fabric combinations Ultrafabrics™, leather Burnt Sienna, textiles Square™, and we could list more.
Of course, there's also a digital dashboard, a ClearSight camera that allows you to see underneath the vehicle, and more customization options than the average hipster has in their coffee filter collection.
Conclusion: A super SUV for a super life (or a super coffee stop)
Land Rover Defender OCTA It's not here to be practical. It's a symbol. It's a demonstration of the power that Land Rover can harness – on city streets and in the desert dunes. It's been tested 13,960 additional tests, meaning this is probably a more proven vehicle than most aircraft.
Price? In the UK it starts around £160.000, which means that in Slovenia you will most likely have to pay a lot more than 200.000 €But if you can afford a luxury diamond on four wheels, then the OCTA is the vehicle for you.
Land Rover Defender Octa It is a vehicle for those with a desire for the unlimited, a love of adventure, and enough sense of style to recognize when engineering becomes art.