TOUGH LUXURY: NEW DEFENDER VERTEX LEADS DESIGN AND ACCESSORY UPDATE

• Refined ruggedness: Defender Vertex introduces a new character to the Defender family, without compromising capability
• Powerful design: Extended Exterior Pack creates a new muscular profile for Defender with the addition of new front and rear bumpers, new rear spoiler and spare wheel cover
• Bold choice: Defender Trophy Edition is now available in a new Santorini Black theme for all‑terrain adventures
• Master of extreme performance: Defender OCTA now available with Woolstone Green paint 
• Curated colours: Striking new Namib Orange colour available alongside new self‑healing Gloss Protective Film and extension of Patagonia White Matte Wrap option
• Weekend explorer: Defender 110 adds six‑seat configuration for increased access and comfort, with individual Captain Chairs in the second row
• Adventure‑ready: New accessories range increases usability and includes a new Roof Mounted Light Pod, Tail Door Gear Carrier and rear spoiler¹

Defender has released a new character for a different type of adventure. New Defender Vertex introduces fresh exterior features to bring even more refined ruggedness to the iconic Defender without compromising capability.  

The new specification is joined by a range of other upgrades that make the unstoppable 4x4 more usable than ever – the perfect companion for every adventure. An Extended Exterior Pack, new finishes, additional accessory options, revised powertrain line‑up, six‑seat configuration and a new theme for Trophy Edition provide more choice for Defender clients, celebrating individuality and adapting to every lifestyle. 

Defender Vertex also adds eye‑catching body‑coloured lower body cladding to visually lower the profile and elongates the bodyside, increasing its on‑road presence. New 22‑inch, Diamond Turned, Satin Dark Grey tinted wheels with Carpathian Grey contrast are standard, with optional 22‑inch Gloss Black or 20‑inch Satin Dark Grey wheels also available. 

The new specification is available in Fuji White, Santorini Black, Woolstone Green, Borasco Grey and Carpathian Grey, as well as the Patagonia White Matte Wrap – inspired by the peaks of the South American landscape. All paints are available with Matte Protective Film and for the first time a Gloss Protective Film can also be added for even greater durability. Inside, clients can choose from Windsor Leather and Forged textile seats ‑ available in either Ebony or Caraway/Ebony – or Ultrafabrics™ seats in Light Cloud/Lunar.  

Ebony Forged textile is a new accent material for Defender, providing tactile durability made from knitted 100 per cent polyester material. For complete comfort, three‑zone Climate Control, Cabin Air Purification Plus, Air Quality Sensor and domestic plug socket are all standard on 90 and 110, upgraded to four‑zone Climate Control on 130.

New extended front and rear bumpers finished in Shadow Atlas Matte create a bolder, more muscular front and rear profile, alongside the rear spoiler and body‑coloured Spare Wheel Cover.  

The pack is also available with a choice of four wheel options: a new 22‑inch Gloss Black wheel, a 20‑inch Satin Dark Grey option, 20‑inch Diamond Turned wheels with Gloss Dark Grey contrast and a 20‑inch Gloss Black variant.

For complete personalisation, clients can choose between three interior colour customisations. As standard, Trophy Edition features Ebony Windsor Leather seats with Ebony Morzine headlining and Cross Car Beam in Deep Sandglow Yellow powder coat. Alternatively, clients can also choose optional Caraway Windsor Leather seats, with Ebony Morzine headlining, and Cross Car Beam in Satin Black powder coat finish, or Light Cloud Windsor Leather seats with Light Cloud Morzine headlining and Cross Car Beam in Light Cloud powder coat. 

For the ultimate off‑road adventure, the Trophy Edition Accessory Pack includes the Expedition Roof Rack providing additional stowage space for gear‑laden journeys, while a Black Deployable Roof Ladder makes it easier to access kit stored overhead. A Gloss Black Side‑Mounted Gear Carrier provides extra space for muddy, wet or sandy items and a Raised Air Intake aids dust filtration. 

Defender OCTA remains the master of extreme performance, everywhere. Engineered to excite, Defender OCTA is the toughest, most capable Defender ever, with a Twin Turbo mild‑hybrid V8, 6D Dynamics suspension and OCTA Mode. It blends on‑road composure and off‑road capability with a wider stance, a choice of dedicated all‑season or off‑road tyres and optional Chopped Carbon Fibre interior and exterior elements.   

An updated Defender OCTA engine (in UK, Europe and select overseas markets only) features a more characterful and deeper exhaust noise to give a truer V8 sound due to changes to the exhaust manifold. It provides  a more rewarding and dramatic soundtrack for the driver. 

Defender OCTA is also now available in Woolstone Green, alongside the existing colour palette of Sargasso Blue, Borasco Grey, Patagonia White Matte Wrap, Charente Grey, Petra Copper and Narvik Black.  

Both Defender OCTA and OCTA Black have a Gloss Black Tail Door Spoiler providing a subtle nod to its performance as standard, while the Chopped Carbon Fibre Exterior Pack is an option on OCTA Black for the first time.  

As part of the refreshed colour palette, Defender is now offered with up to 15 exterior colour options, while a new Gloss Protective Film adds aesthetic appeal and durability. Previously only available in Matte finish, the self‑healing film provides protection from scratches, stone chips and scuffs and harnesses the sun’s UV rays to repair micro‑scratches over time.  

A game‑changer for families and weekend adventurers is the new six‑seat configuration available for Defender 110, in a range of colour and trim combinations including the new Forged Textile. The 2+2+2 layout brings two luxurious Captain Chairs into row two. Each offers extra contouring, bolster cushions, individual armrests, manual recline function, and twin floor cupholders behind the centre console.  

Defender introduces a raft of factory‑fit accessories for further customisation, including an Expedition Roof Light, Tail Door Gear Carrier and roof mounted spoiler options¹.   

The Expedition Roof Light¹, provides additional overhead lighting in the wilderness. Purpose‑built for Defender and engineered to withstand extreme dust and water exposure, the light delivers a combined 9,000 lumens, providing up to 350m of illumination when combined with Defender’s main headlights. The Expedition Roof Light is integrated with the standard lighting system to allow operation via the main light stalk for effortless control in the harshest environments.  

Finished in Gloss Black with bold Defender script, the tail‑door‑mounted gear carrier¹ provides up to 60 litres of lockable storage using the supplied key. It has a 12kg load capacity, offering valuable extra space for equipment while maintaining the iconic Defender silhouette.  

The Defender Tail Door Spoiler¹ (standard on Vertex and part of the Extended Exterior Pack) offers a purposeful visual uplift to the vehicle. Finish options include Gloss Black, Fuji White and Santorini Black, or a primed finish for a complete body‑colour customisation. 

Clients can also opt for accessory packs that showcase Defender in its natural habitats. For conquering uncharted landscapes, the Explorer Pack¹ features expedition roof rack, side gear carrier, raised air intake and deployable ladder.  

The Adventure Pack¹ is ready for adventures and includes an integrated air compressor, portable rinse system, and exterior mounted side gear carrier. 

The Urban Pack¹, designed for life in the concrete jungle, adds distinctive bonnet decals, black fixed side steps, and dark rear scuff plate. 

The powerful new in‑car connected speech service gives Defender clients the freedom to go anywhere with confidence. With AI‑driven conversational intelligence, it makes voice interactions with the vehicle more natural, more effortless and more human. 

Further enhancing Defender’s connected convenience is the new Technology Pack¹, which brings together the most popular features enjoyed by Defender clients around the world and is now available on S, X‑Dynamic SE and X‑Dynamic HSE.  

Designed to enhance interior comfort, the pack includes domestic plug socket, head‑up display, Meridian^TM Surround Sound System and Clear‑Sight Interior Rearview Mirror².  

Defender has updated its engine line‑up with the introduction of a new petrol 3.0‑litre six‑cylinder P380 MHEV³ producing 550Nm torque. It features a suite of new technologies to improve real‑world fuel economy. 

As part of the refresh, a new petrol 3.0‑litre six‑cylinder P300³ powertrain producing 470Nm of torque replaces the 2.0‑litre four‑cylinder P300 in select markets, while the 5.0‑litre V8 petrol will only be available in selected markets.