Land Rover has taken the boldest member of its off-road family and given it a dark, dramatic twist. Meet the Defender OCTA Black—a brooding, high-performance machine that blends extreme capability with unapologetic luxury, inside and out.
Building upon the already formidable Defender OCTA, the new Black edition goes all-in on visual impact with a full suite of gloss and satin black detailing. Drenched in Narvik Black, the darkest and most intense shade in the Defender palette, the OCTA Black isn’t just an SUV—it’s a statement.
Design That Demands Attention
Up to 30 exterior elements have been reimagined in black, from the Satin Black Powder Coated front undershield and rear scuff plates to the Gloss Black quad exhaust tips and tow eye covers. Even functional components like the recovery eyes and underbody elements have been treated with stealth finishes, offering a cohesive and purposeful aesthetic.
Buyers can further personalize the OCTA Black with an optional Matte Protective Film, adding a rugged, industrial edge to the already intimidating profile. Wheel choices include 20-inch forged or 22-inch Gloss Black alloys, both complemented by Shadow Atlas Defender scripts and Gloss Black brake calipers etched with Sentient Silver branding.
A Dark, Decadent Interior
Inside, Land Rover continues its mission to fuse off-road grit with executive luxury. For the first time ever in a Defender, the cabin features Ebony Semi-Aniline Leather paired with Kvadrat™, a soft, sustainable textile known for its premium feel and durability.
Performance Seats have been enhanced with bespoke perforation patterns, new stitching details, and Carpathian Gray back panels and hinges. The dashboard’s Cross Car Beam now wears a Satin Black Powder Coat, and clients can opt for Chopped Carbon Fiber trim for a modern, motorsport-inspired finish.
Uncompromised Performance
At its core, the Defender OCTA Black remains a formidable beast. Powered by a 635PS 4.4-liter Twin Turbo mild-hybrid V8, it features cutting-edge 6D Dynamics suspension and a unique OCTA Mode for high-speed off-road performance. This is the tallest and widest Defender ever, engineered to devour any terrain in its path.
And it doesn’t just perform—it performs with style. The Body and Soul Seats (BASS) system, co-developed with SUBPAC™, brings music to life through vibro-acoustic feedback. Paired with a 700W Meridian™ Surround Sound System, the experience is immersive, visceral, and uniquely Defender.
Cutting-Edge Tech and Expanded Options
The OCTA Black benefits from the latest Defender upgrades, including a redesigned headlight cluster with a sharper graphic signature, flush smoked rear taillights, and a new 13.1-inch infotainment touchscreen for intuitive control.
For those who prefer a splash of color, the standard Defender OCTA is now offered in Sargasso Blue and Borasco Gray, joining Charente Gray and Petra Copper. A Patagonia White Matte Wrap is also on the way, expected in late 2025.
A New Chapter in Tough Luxury
“Defender OCTA Black takes things up a notch,” says Mark Cameron, Managing Director of Defender. “We know our clients love giving their Defenders all-black finishes, so our designers have applied this principle to every possible surface – inside and out – to create the ultimate tough luxury Defender OCTA.”
With the OCTA Black, Land Rover pushes the Defender beyond its utilitarian roots and into the realm of high-fashion, high-function off-road excellence. It’s not just a special edition—it’s the definitive expression of Defender power, precision, and presence.
Source: Land Rover
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