Mahwah, NJ – Wednesday July 16, 2025: The Defender 4x4 line‑up is now more distinctive and ready for adventure than ever, thanks to upgraded finishes, design and technology enhancements across 90, 110 and 130 body designs – including Defender OCTA.

Upgrades across the Defender vehicle line‑up include a crisp new headlight design with signature detailing and fog lights as standard, and flush rear lights with smoked lenses. A refreshed palette of contemporary exterior colors and finishes, including Woolstone Green and Borasco Grey, is complemented by enhanced detailing and upgraded materials. Inside, a larger 13.1‑inch touchscreen provides even more intuitive control for infotainment.

Technological upgrades see Adaptive Off‑Road Cruise Control available as an option on Defender1 vehicles for the first time, making it even easier to negotiate rough terrain in comfort. And, Defender 130 is now available with an optional integrated air compressor for easily adjusting tire pressures during multi‑terrain adventures.

Defender OCTA, the performance hero, benefits from an exclusive new Sargasso Blue exterior color, available Patagonia White Matte Wrap, and tactile Textured Graphite accents in the latest program of updates.

Clean yet tough exterior

The Defender vehicle’s tough exterior receives optimised surfaces for the new front and rear bumpers –  whether finished in Silicon Silver or Carpathian Grey Satin on most models – and a new textured pattern for the hood inserts and side vents, creating a strong and adventurous look. All models get new Gloss Black Defender‑branded wheel center caps.

Redesigned headlights provide a distinctive new signature when lit, while the flush‑fitting tail lights now have a dark tinted finish for a clean appearance and enhanced visibility, illuminating the path ahead on every adventure. And, a gloss black grille‑bar is now standard, complemented by a dark oval badge.

A precision‑crafted new 22‑inch seven‑spoke Diamond Turned Dark Grey alloy wheel and new exterior colors are also available. A metallic grey, Borasco Grey is inspired by the Borasco silver mine in California, with a fine and bright finish. By contrast, Woolstone Green is inspired by Woolstone waterfall in the UK. The deep green finish recognises the British outdoors with warm undertones energised by medium aluminium and coarse yellow mica accents.

New infotainment screen and driver assistance tech

Inside, a new 13.1‑inch touchscreen for the infotainment system brings all of Defender’s technology highlights to the front‑row occupants via a larger display, above the ergonomically repositioned dash‑mounted gear shifter. 

The latest center console design allows clients to make the most of the space on offer. A sliding section hides small items out of sight in a closed cubby, while maintaining access to the deeper stowage area beneath. Available as part of the Signature Suite upgrade, removable side pockets further enhance convenience, with cable routing to keep items charged without wires trailing around the cabin. 

For those venturing off‑road, Defender vehicles are now available with optional Adaptive Off‑Road Cruise Control for the first time1. The technology is an evolution of All Terrain Progress Control and allows the driver to set a desired comfort level when negotiating rough terrain, so they can concentrate on steering the vehicle – improving composure off‑road while reducing driver effort. The system automatically adjusts the speed to maintain the desired level of comfort over undulating surfaces, for unruffled off‑road driving.1

Defender OCTA

Defender OCTA is the hero of the Defender family, with 626 HP (635PS) 4.4‑liter twin‑turbo V8 power, innovative 6D Dynamics suspension, Body and Soul Seats and a dedicated OCTA Mode for performance off‑road use. 

The fastest and most capable Defender has a revised color palette for even greater choice. In addition to existing Charente Grey and Petra Copper colors, clients can now choose Borasco Grey and all‑new Sargasso Blue. Sargasso Blue has a coarse sparkle reminiscent of the Sargasso Sea.

In addition to the existing Matte Protective Film available on all Defender OCTA exteriors, clients can now also opt for a Patagonia White Matte Wrap. Named after the snow‑tipped mountains of Santa Cruz in Arizona in the US, it offers a distinctive crisp white exterior with a smooth, matte finish. 

Defender OCTA’s purposeful exterior is accentuated by a new Textured Graphite finish, giving the most capable and durable Defender an even more rugged appearance. With a matte surface and high intensity metallic flake, it gives a true sense of tough luxury. Key touchpoints on the exterior include front and rear bumpers, hood vent inserts, side fender vent surrounds and two‑piece hood script with a Phosphor Bronze outer finish. 

In addition, Chopped Carbon Fiber exterior and interior accents can now be specified on Defender OCTA as an option, along with further personalization options including Matte Protective Film, four interior colorways and a choice of wheel and tire combinations including 20‑inch forged alloy wheels.

Optional Accessories

Optional Defender accessory packs allow clients to personalize their vehicle and include the Explorer Pack, Adventure Pack and Urban Pack. New individual accessories include black variations of the Expedition Roof Rack, Cross Bars and Front Undershield, while the rear scuff plate is now also offered in a dark finish, in addition to the existing bright finish.

Getting in and out of Defender is easier than ever thanks to deployable or fixed side‑steps, while Defender OCTA’s adventure capabilities are further enhanced with a specially‑integrated 9,920lb (4,500kg)‑rated winch with chopped carbon fiber cover, and the Defender 130 vehicle is now available with an integrated air compressor option – perfect for topping up tire pressures after driving with reduced pressures on soft sand. In addition, matte black hood decals have been updated with new Defender script across 90, 110 and 130 body designs.

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1 Adaptive Off‑Road Cruise Control is not available on Defender OCTA.