POTENT NEW V8 AND SPECIAL EDITIONS JOIN NEW DEFENDER LINE-UP
Land Rover has launched a powerful new Defender V8 as part of a range of enhancements to its latest luxury 4x4 model.
The new 386kW (525PS)/625Nm Defender V8 and flagship Defender V8 Carpathian Edition provide a unique combination of performance and capability, with bespoke chassis settings that Land Rover claims deliver new levels of driver engagement and agility both on and off-road.
The powerful new models build on decades of Land Rover V8 heritage – spanning the original Stage I V8 of the 1970s, North American-spec models from the 1990s and the more recent Defender Works V8 – as the characterful engine joins the latest range of efficient Ingenium petrol, diesel and advanced plug-in hybrid Land Rover powertrains.
The V8 petrol engine isn’t the only introduction. There’s also a new XS Edition, with a fresh exterior design packs that provide greater personalisation potential.
Defender V8 builds on the rugged 4x4’s all-round capability, delivering new levels of performance and driver engagement by combining a supercharged 5.0-litre V8 petrol engine with expertly developed suspension and transmission tuning to create the fastest and most dynamically rewarding Defender yet.
The new Carpathian Edition is based on the Defender V8 and represents the ultimate expression of Defender design, performance and capability, while the new XS Edition replaces the hugely successful First Edition and combines bespoke design and specification enhancements inside and out.
Defender’s personalisation potential has also been expanded with the introduction of new exterior packs. The Bright Pack, Extended Bright Pack and Extended Black Pack feature bespoke exterior trim to enhance Defender’s unmistakable silhouette.
Heightened connectivity is also part of the updates. Defender’s state-of-theart Pivi Pro touchscreen infotainment is now available with a range of desirable new features, including the option of a larger 11.4-inch touchscreen display.
Wireless device charging with integrated signal booster is also now fitted as standard with the Comfort and Convenience Pack for improved convenience and call quality.
The new SV8 engine is available in both 90 and 110 body designs with unique suspension and transmission tuning, including bespoke spring and damper rates and a new Electronic Active Rear Differential, it delivers more agile and engaging handling with heightened body control – all accompanied by a characteristic V8 soundtrack.
The new V8 models also get a new Dynamic program within the Terrain Response system which helps drivers exploit the more dynamic character and handling balance of the 386kW model on tarmac as well as loose surfaces..
Instantly recognisable, the Defender V8 features a number of unique exterior enhancements; bespoke exterior badging, quad exhausts with distinctive tailpipes and unique 22-inch alloy wheels 20 inch. dia. brake rotors and Xenon Blue brake calipers.
Customers have a choice of three colours – Carpathian Grey, Yulong White and Santorini Black – Carpathian Grey and Yulong White with a contrast roof in Narvik Black. Shadow Atlas exterior detailing completes New Defender V8’s distinctive exterior finish.
For more information and to configure New Defender visit: www.landrover.com/Defender