Range Rover Defender

‘25 DEFENDER OCTA: HIGH-PERFORMANCE HERO

The toughest, most durable, and most powerful – ‘25 DEFENDER OCTA: HIGH-PERFORMANCE HERO – is also the most dynamically accomplished Defender ever created!

‘25 DEFENDER OCTA: HIGH-PERFORMANCE HERO

Powered by a 4.4-liter Twin Turbo mild-hybrid V8 engine mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission with high and low-range gears, the OCTA is the most powerful Defender ever – with 626 horsepower and up to 553 pound-feetof torque. The OCTA’s new powertrain enables 0-60 mph sprints in just 3.8 seconds. Its heavily revised chassis components with innovative technologies, including 6D Dynamics suspension, help ensure its dynamic capabilities. When fitted with 22-inch lightweight alloy wheels and all-season tires, it has a top speed of 155 mph!

The exterior of the ‘25 DEFENDER OCTA: HIGH-PERFORMANCE HERO is bolder and tougher than ever, with a distinct character. Ride height is raised, its stance widened, and wheel arches extended for incredible presence. Redesigned bumpers improve approach and departure angles, while tough underbody protection gives drivers the confidence to explore further over rough terrain. And, it will wade deeper than any production Defender vehicle before it – up to 3.3 feet of water.

The new Defender OCTA name is derived from one of the toughest and most desirable minerals on earth – a diamond – and the octahedral shape that gives their distinctive appearance and durability. This shape also inspired the new signature graphic, which denotes it as the flagship Defender vehicle – strong and resilient, yet striking, rare, and desirable. Every Defender OCTA wears a new encircled diamond graphic, including a gloss black diamond within a machined and sandblasted titanium disc on each Signature Graphic panel.

The tough luxury of the ‘25 DEFENDER OCTA: HIGH-PERFORMANCE HERO is epitomized by Defender OCTA Edition One, available in the first year of production. It features a curated specification, finished in an exclusive new Faroe Green paint color with a Khaki and Ebony Ultrafabrics^TM and seamless 3D Knit interior, new Chopped Carbon Fiber detailing, and 20-inch forged alloy wheels with a choice of all-terrain or optional specially developed Advanced All-Terrain Tires.

New Defender OCTA’s dynamic capabilities go beyond what any Defender vehicle has achieved before, with the introduction of hydraulically-interlinked 6D Dynamics suspension technology for the first time on a Defender vehicle, alongside extensive hardware and geometry changes. It debuted on the ‘24 Range Rover Sport SV. Uniquely, it’s designed to be as fun to drive on-road as off-road, with no compromises.

New ‘25 DEFENDER OCTA: HIGH-PERFORMANCE HERO sits 1.1 inches higher and has a stance widened by 2.7 inches for superior ground clearance and stability. To help ensure confidence and control on various terrain, with both maximum wheel articulation off-road and reduced roll on-road, revised suspension components include longer and tougher wishbones and unique active dampers with separate accumulators. It also features uprated 15.7-inch front brake discs with 6 Opposed Piston Brembo calipers, and the fastest steering ratio of any Defender vehicle to date.

The ‘25 Defender OCTA has a starting MSRP of $152,000. The Defender OCTA Edition One, available through the first year of production, has a starting MSRP of $167,800. For ordering details, contact a local Land Rover dealership. The new high-performance hero will debut publicly and dynamically at the 2024 Goodwood Festival of Speed from 11–14 July.

For more information about interior and exterior options and specifications, please visit https://www.landroverusa.com/defender/defender-octa/index.html

ROYAL ROVERS @ GOODWOOD REVIVAL

A unique convoy of ROYAL ROVERS @ GOODWOOD REVIVAL paid tribute today to HM Queen Elizabeth II on the first anniversary of her death.

In a unique moment of remembrance today, a fleet of nine historic Defender and Range Rover models, navigated the famous track as part of the annual Goodwood Revival. The commemorative drive featured JLR vehicles used by the Royal family in either an official capacity or privately as part of the household fleet. It included vehicles from the Royal fleet, JLR Classic and private collections.

In total, 11 historic models attended the event, with two of the earliest Royal vehicles – the first Series I State Review vehicle and a Series I ordered by HM King George VI – as part of the ROYAL ROVERS @ GOODWOOD REVIVAL on display. It was the first time this unique collection had ever been gathered.

“We are proud of our Royal associations, which stretch back to the very origins of the business, and wanted to honor HM Queen Elizabeth II with a fitting tribute on the anniversary of her passing. We have never gathered such an extensive collection of Royal vehicles in this way and the commemorative parade was a fitting moment of remembrance”, said Lennard Hoornik, Chief Commercial Officer, JLR.

The DNA of the original Series Land Rovers that began JLR’s strong Royal associations is still very much in evidence in today’s Land Rover brands, from the durable Defender, refined Range Rover and versatile Discovery.

Static Display ROYAL ROVERS @ GOODWOOD REVIVAL

Series I State Review vehicle

The very first State Review Land Rover featured a custom-designed rear platform and accompanied HM Queen Elizabeth II and HM The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh on a six-month tour of the Commonwealth. It forms part of the Royal Collection at the British Motor Museum in Gaydon.

Series I (LXC 894D)

Originally ordered by HM King George VI, it was used by HM Queen Elizabeth II and other senior members of the Royal Family at Balmoral. It was restored in 2010 by Land Rover apprentices and now resides in the Land Rover Classic collection.

Commemorative Parade ROYAL ROVERS @ GOODWOOD REVIVAL

Prototype (HAC 379)

One of the original 1948 pre-production prototypes, of which only 48 were made. It wears the chassis number L31 and was used for test, development and publicity operations alongside its sister vehicle, R32, in which role it was pictured with HM King George VI. It now belongs to a private collector.

Series II State Review Vehicle

The second official ceremonial review Land Rover featured blue side light lenses, which were switched on whenever a member of the Royal family was being carried. This example was a reserve vehicle, which explains its low mileage of approximately 13,000 miles. It forms part of the Royal Collection at the British Motor Museum, Gaydon.

Series IIa Station Wagon (OGU 362D)

Driven by HM Queen Elizabeth II, this was the first Station Wagon of its kind to be fitted with a six-cylinder engine. It also features a host of special features including leather seats, a wooden dog guard and side steps, to help it fulfil its Royal duties. It now forms part of the Royal Collection at the British Motor Museum, Gaydon.

1974 Range Rover State Review Vehicle

The first Range Rover to take the role of ceremonial State Review vehicle entered service in 1975 and was used until 2002. Its specially modified rear included foldaway seats and a lectern containing concealed umbrellas. An additional exhaust silencer ensured noise from the V8 engine was kept to a minimum for its Royal passengers. It now forms part of the Royal Collection at the British Motor Museum, Gaydon.

Defender 130 ‘Jumbo’

With three doors on each side, this long wheelbase Defender 130 is nicknamed Jumbo and was modified for the Royal Family to support outings at the Sandringham Estate, where it is still a working vehicle. It took its place in the Goodwood Revival parade after obtaining approval from HM King Charles III.

1990 Range Rover State Review Vehicle

The third State Review Range Rover featured in the image chosen by HM Queen Elizabeth II for her 1994 Christmas card, where she and HRH The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, were pictured attending the 50th Anniversary of D-Day Landings in Arromanches. This vehicle is part of the British Motor Museum collection.

Defender 110 V8

A personal vehicle used by HM Queen Elizabeth II at the Sandringham estate. This vehicle is part of the private Royal collection and, having been commissioned by HM The King, is part of the active Royal fleet.

2009 Range Rover (CK58 NPJ)

There are numerous pictures of HM Queen Elizabeth II behind the wheel of this Range Rover, as it was her favoured vehicle after it joined the fleet. The famous Labrador mascot that adorned the bonnet has been removed for safekeeping.

2015 Range Rover State Review Vehicle

The current Range Rover State Review vehicle dates from 2015, is based on a long wheelbase model and features diesel electric hybrid propulsion – enabling it to run on purely electric power during state occasions. It was designed and engineered by JLR’s Special Vehicle Operations division.

For more information about the latest models, please visit https://www.landroverusa.com/range-rover/range-rover/index.html?gclsrc=ds

RANGE ROVER DEFENDER: LEGO EDITION!

If a real-deal go-everywhere, do-everything Defender is not on your shopping list, consider the extremely affordable RANGE ROVER DEFENDER: LEGO EDITION!

The LEGO Group and Defender are celebrating 75 years of Land Rover with a build-your-own-adventure: the new LEGO® Icons Classic Land Rover Defender 90. The 2,336-piece set is complete with all the accessories for an off-road expedition. It has a two-in-one format, allowing builders to create an everyday road-ready model or customize it for adventures.

Defender has racked up 75 years of all-terrain expeditions. Instantly recognizable around the world, it has a unique record of adventure, humanitarian aid and hard work.

“Defender is synonymous with adventure and this new LEGO set is a perfect way to capture the spirit of an incomparable, unstoppable automotive icon, whilst also sharing the playful side of the vehicle,” said Paul Barritt, Director of Land Rover Classic.

The 2,336-piece RANGE ROVER DEFENDER: LEGO EDITION! set reflects this with accessories including a roof rack, raised air intake, front bumper with working winch, side rails and toolbox, plus traction plates for crossing mud and sand. It also has working steering and suspension, opening doors and bonnet and an interior with details based on the full-size Classic Defender.

“Bringing the Classic Defender to life in bricks was no easy challenge. Defender can take you anywhere, so during the design process we wanted to infuse the set with that sense of adventure,” said Kurt Kristiansen, LEGO Design Master. “We can’t wait to see the fans’ reactions.”

To launch the set, the LEGO Group placed a real Classic Defender in the Scottish Highlands and used it to house the hardest-to-reach LEGO Store in the world. That was the scene for a challenge, with adventurers Raha Moharrak and Aldo Kane racing to be the first to find and build the new set.

Check out the RANGE ROVER DEFENDER: LEGO EDITION! starting Saturday, July 1st in LEGO stores and online @ http://www.lego.com/Defender priced at $239.99.

If a real-deal Land Rover Defender IS on your shopping list, however, please visit

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ROVER TROPHY DEFENDER

Rover Trophy is building the best custom Land Rover Defenders – ROVER TROPHY DEFENDER – money can buy, blogs our road test editor Howard Walker at EQ Magazine.

As cool trucks go, Land Rover’s rugged, square-box Defender sits at the frosty pinnacle. Beloved by everyone from Ralph Lauren and the late Queen, to Lara Croft, 007 and Britain’s elite SAS special forces, the Defender remains a true British icon.

The only problem: Land Rover ceased Defender production in January 2016 to make way for an all-new Defender. Today, well-heeled “Landy” lovers, collectors and enthusiasts struggle to find examples that haven’t disintegrated into a pile of rust and rotted vinyl. That’s where Jeff Taylor at Connecticut-based Rover Trophy comes in. He’s building essentially brand-new Defenders from the ground up, with a single-minded focus on quality and craftsmanship.

And, because those original Defenders were less than stellar to drive – think wheezy, under-powered engines and wayward handling – Taylor is bringing them up to date power-wise. Continue reading about the ROVER TROPHY DEFENDER @ https://equicapmag.com/wheels/rover-trophy-revitalizing-land-rover-defenders/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=EQ Newsletter March04 2023&utm_id=eqnmarch042023

For more information about the ROVER TROPHY DEFENDER, please visit

https://www.rovertrophy.com/

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