Borrowing hardware, design, and technology into its most extreme product, the Defender OCTA, which could be defined as the ultimate off-roader in the brand, Land Rover is giving the classic Defender lineup a new shot in the arm. The outcome is a sequence of Classic Defender packages that incorporate old school styling and contemporary suspension, powertrain and personalization choices to satisfy enthusiasts who desire the appearance of old school cars with the performance of new school cars.
Classic Defender OCTA Meets OCTA DNA
JLR Classic is also introducing new upgrade systems to its old-school Defender 90 and 110 vehicles, with some features only desired by the high performance Defender OCTA. These involve more aggressive exterior treatments, special paint finishes, and hardware that could be used to serious off-road use with the overall effect of making Classic Defenders custom toys to ardent off-road enthusiasts.
Power and Chassis Upgrades
The renewed Classic Defender V8 Works Bespoke models have a new 5.0-liter V8 petrol-powered engine and refreshed brakes, suspension, and electronic aids including updated stability control systems, which puts performance way beyond the original trucks. Based on the fact that OCTA has been concerned with the high-speed off-road control, some of the new packages focus more on the better damping, body control, and traction on the rough terrain.
Off-Road Tech based on the Ultimate
The Defender OCTA brings in new high-tech off-road hardware such as 6D Dynamics air suspension with hydraulically connected dampers, which roll and pitch reduction at the maximum wheel articulation. OCTA-dedicated modes of drive, such as OCTA Mode and specialised loose gravel surface ABS calibration, allow the vehicle to be stable and faster on rough ground, and much of this calibration thinking underlies the manner in which Land Rover tunes its revamped Classic and regular Defender models.
Design, Colors, and Personalization
With the help of OCTA-inspired styling, Land Rover is also extending this style to owners of Classic models who want bold paint choices, contrast-coloured roof finishes, alloy wheels and unique trim aids that were previously available on the highest off-road model. Works Bespoke program enables Classic Defender purchasers to combine traditional indications such as soft-top bodies and original shapes with contemporary color schemes, quality interiors, and custom accessory packages to use on adventures, urban, or expeditions.
Why This Refresh Matters
Land Rover is leveraging its roots and transitioning to halo products, by adding the features of the most capable Defender in the modern version. Fans receive the style and personality of the original form with performance, comfort and safety that are far more in line with the latest Defender generation, establishing the Defender brand as a family of vehicles and not a single model.
Snapshot: Classical Defender with OCTA-Inspired Features
| Aspect | Highlight |
|---|---|
| Engine | 5.0L V8 Works Bespoke upgrade on Classic Defender models |
| OCTA Influence | Suspension, drive-mode philosophy, and exclusive-style options shared with Defender OCTA |
FAQs
Q1: What is the Defender OCTA?
It is the most radical modern Defender, being highly powered, with 6D Dynamics suspension, and special off-road settings to drive at high speed in a rough terrain.
Q2: are these Classic Defender upgrades factory supported?
They are built and custom-fitted to the Works Bespoke program, fully engineered by Land Rover Classic and supported.
Q3: What is the target market of the refreshed Classic Defender?
These models are aimed at the collectors and enthusiasts who desire the appearance of an old fashioned, but with the modern performance and the hardware and styling inspired by OCTA.