Land Rover Defender OCTA Black: The fusion of luxury, durability, and rock spirit

The off-road legend, the Land Rover Defender, reaches a new level with the introduction of Defender OCTA Black. This jet-black version of the brand's flagship not only promises extreme off-road performance, but also envelops it in an even bolder aesthetic and unprecedented luxury, redefining the "rugged luxury" concept that has always characterized the Defender family since its origins as a rugged work vehicle.

The Defender OCTA Black features a transformation that infuses up to 30 exterior elements with Gloss Black or Satin Black finishes, with Narvik Black as the centerpiece.

From the front sump and rear skid plates to the oval Land Rover badging and underbody elements, everything exudes an imposing and functional presence. The choice of 20- or 22-inch forged wheels, also in gloss black, with red brake calipers and blacked-out badging, enhances its imposing appearance.

But the exterior's boldness is counterpointed by an interior that redefines luxury in an off-road vehicle. For the first time in a Defender, the OCTA Black introduces Ebony semi-aniline leather with Kvadrat, offering a soft touch and refined texture to its Performance seats, adorned with exclusive perforation patterns and decorative stitching.

Details such as the Satin Black dashboard crossbar and the laminated carbon fiber option enhance the feeling of exclusivity, combining robustness with sublime comfort.

Beneath this new dark skin, Defender OCTA Black hides the toughest and most capable Defender ever. At its heart is a powerful 4.4-liter mild-hybrid twin-turbo V8 engine delivering 635 hp, ensuring unrivaled capability both on-road and on the most demanding off-road routes. It features the innovative 6D Dynamics suspension, which provides exceptional body control on any terrain, and a dedicated OCTA mode for high-level off-road performance.

The onboard experience is amplified by the Body and Soul Seats (BASS) system, developed in collaboration with SUBPAC, which allows front seat occupants to not only hear but also feel the music through vibrations synchronized with the 700W Meridian surround sound system. This immersive vibroacoustic technology, optimized with artificial intelligence, promises a unique connection with the music and the vehicle itself.

Mark Cameron, Managing Director of Defender, highlights that “The Defender OCTA has a commanding presence and purpose: it’s the tallest and widest Defender ever, so it can tackle even more extreme terrain. The bar is raised even higher with the introduction of Defender OCTA Black.” This version also incorporates recent enhancements across the Defender range, such as new headlight designs and a 13.1-inch infotainment touchscreen.

To seal its rebellious spirit and high-performance capability, the Defender OCTA has been chosen as the official vehicle of Oasis Live '25, the iconic British band's highly anticipated world tour, which kicks off today. A union that symbolizes the audacity and indomitable character of a vehicle that, since its beginnings as the legendary post-war Land Rover, has managed to evolve without losing its essence of resilience and adventure, now wrapped in an unmistakable aura of rock-and-roll luxury and exclusivity.