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Best off-roader: Defender OCTA wins at the 2026 Top Gear Awards

Defender Octa

BOLD PRESENCE

Defender Octa
Defender Octa
Defender Octa
Defender Octa
  • FLAT OUT
  • LEANER. MEANER.
  • STOPPING POWER
  • PUSH TO THE LIMIT

PURPOSEFUL DESIGN

Enjoy extreme performance and unmatched capability. Defender OCTA’s raised ride height and wider stance are not just for show. 

TOUGHER THAN EVER

The purposeful new bumper and grille designs amplify Defender’s rugged character and improve cooling for the uprated V8 engine.

DURABLE AND TECHNICAL

Tough from every angle - Defender OCTA is fitted with a hard-wearing Graphite Front Undershield, protecting the underside from rugged terrain.

EXCLUSIVE FINISHES

The exclusive 20-inch multi-spoke wheels utilise Diamond Turned Face Dark Tint finish with Satin Black contrast to create a unique visual.

UNPARALLELED POWER

Defender Octa
Defender Octa
  • DRIVING MODES
  • 6D DYNAMICS AIR SUSPENSION

DRIVING MODES

For the most engaging off-road experience select OCTA Mode, with a unique ABS calibration designed for loose gravel surfaces.

6D DYNAMICS AIR SUSPENSION

New 6D Dynamics air suspension intelligently responds to driving styles, with hydraulic interlinked dampers and height-adjustable air springs. This best-in-class system results in sportscar-like on-road driving and greater control on any terrain.

Defender Octa

TWIN TURBO V8

Immediate responses, exceptional driveability, and greater fuel efficiency. The 48V mild hybrid system enhances the V8 engine with improved torque and sprint performance.

Defender Octa

INTEGRATED POWER BRAKE

Extreme performance demands extreme stopping power. Equipped with Defender OCTA-specific brake pads, calipers and brake discs, the new Integrated Power Brake system reduces brake fade.

Defender Octa

ACTIVE EXHAUST SYSTEM

Defender OCTA features an active exhaust system that allows for optimum thermal management in OCTA mode and gives the vehicle a distinctive roar.

MAXIMUM POWER

467 kW

0-100KM/H

4.0 SECONDS

MAXIMUM TORQUE

750 Nm

CO2 EMISSIONS (FROM)†

TBC G/KM

DEFENDER OCTA BLACK

Defender Octa
Defender Octa
Defender Octa
  • BEYOND BLACKv
  • REVOLUTION IN THE DARK
  • BLACK OPS

BEYOND BLACK

Narvik Black finish with exclusive gloss black exterior elements.

REVOLUTION IN THE DARK

Standard 20-inch multi-spoke wheels with Diamond Turned Face Dark Tint, and optional 22-inch gloss black wheels. Featuring Black Centre Caps with Shadow Atlas Inscription.

BLACK OPS

Ebony Semi-Aniline Leather and Kvadrat™ Interior with signature seat perforations. Optional chopped carbon fibre finisher.

MASTER ANY TERRAIN

We challenged our engineers to subject Defender OCTA to the most extreme testing and development programme in Defender History*. More than 13,960 tests later, they replied…

Defender Octa
Defender Octa

WADING

Defender OCTA goes deeper than any Defender ever has, with a wading depth of up to a metre, double the capability of the original Defender**.

Defender Octa

OPTIMUM TRACTION

A range of specially developed 838mm diameter tyres, the largest ever fitted to a Defender, including all-season tyres or advanced all-terrain tyres.

Defender Octa

OFF-ROADING

Defender OCTA promises unparalleled progress over any terrain, with greater ground clearance and wheel articulation.

MODERN DESIGN

Defender Octa
Defender Octa
Defender Octa
  • BODY AND SOUL SEATS
  • PERFORMANCE SEATS

BODY AND SOUL SEATS

The next generation of in-car vibro-acoustic technology delivers a multi-sensory audio experience through the industry-leading SUBPACTM platform. This cutting-edge Body and Soul Seat (BASS) includes six Wellness programmes. Don’t just hear the sound, feel it.

PERFORMANCE SEATS

The unique front-row Defender OCTA Performance Seats feature supportive bolsters and integrated headrests. Matching second-row seats ensure passenger comfort. Create a cohesive, signature look by opting for a Chopped Carbon Fibre seatback to match the exterior.

Defender Octa

DYNAMIC DETAILS

Modern details can be found throughout, such as the Moonlight Chrome switchgear and the optional Chopped Carbon Fibre finisher. The new steering wheel design features translucent edge-lit gear shift paddles.

Defender Octa

MATERIAL INNOVATION

For Defender OCTA, choose between four distinct colourways and contemporary materials including Ultrafabrics™ PU or Semi-Aniline leather. Defender OCTA comes with an exclusive Ebony colourway featuring unique graphic embellishments.

MODELS

Choose from our distinct models to begin your journey

  • OCTA
  • OCTA BLACK
Borasco Grey

Borasco Grey

Octa Black

Octa Black

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