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The Citizen
3 days ago
- Automotive
- The Citizen
2025 Land Rover Defender Octa Black: South African price and specs
Land Rover has whipped the wraps off the Defender Octa Black, with the local arm of the British marque revealing how much the menacing-looking limited edition will cost in South Africa. See pricing below… Following the reveal of the Range Rover Sport SV Black, Land Rover has now applied the same formula to the flagship Defender, the Octa. And it will strictly be available in limited numbers. The Defender Octa Black features Narvik Black exterior paintwork, Satin Black Powder Coat finish for the front undershield and rear scuff plates, and gloss black exhaust outlets. Several underbody elements have also been finished in the latter hue. The limited edition is available with the choice of 20- and 22-inch wheels, replete with black centre caps. The exterior theme is carried over to the cabin, where the facia is finished in black and the seats are upholstered in Ebony semi-aniline leather and textile material. Carbon-fibre trim is available as a cost option. As a reminder, the Coventry automaker's most powerful Defender employs a 4.4l V8, sourced from BMW. The twin-turbocharged petrol unit produces a healthy 467kW and 750N.m of torque, delivered to all four corners via an eight-speed automatic transmission. According to Land Rover, these figures allow the pinnacle Defender to sprint to 100km/h from a standstill in four seconds, before topping out at 250km/h, or 210km/h when fitted with 20-inch wheels. Land Rover Defender Octa Black price in South Africa The Defender Octa Black is priced from R3 979 500, making it R315 900 more expensive than the standard Defender Octa, which we sampled in First Edition form in January 2025. Included in the pricing are a five-year/100 000km maintenance plan and a warranty spanning the same number of years and distance. Land Rover Defender Octa Black — R3 979 500 Said Mark Cameron, MD of the Defender brand: 'The introduction of the Defender Octa Black takes things up a notch [on the standard derivative]. 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.' Click here to browse thousands of new and used vehicles here with CARmag! The post 2025 Land Rover Defender Octa Black: South African Price & Specs appeared first on CAR Magazine. Breaking news at your fingertips… Follow Caxton Network News on Facebook and join our WhatsApp channel. Nuus wat saakmaak. Volg Caxton Netwerk-nuus op Facebook en sluit aan by ons WhatsApp-kanaal.
Hindustan Times
05-07-2025
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
Everything you need to know about the India-bound Land Rover Defender Octa Black
The Land Rover Defender Octa Black comes in a new Narvik Black paint scheme with over 30 exterior elements finished in black to keep up with the theme. The Land Rover Defender Octa Black has been unveiled recently and it is set to make its way to our shores soon. The new all-black variant expands the ultra-premium appeal of the Defender range with stealthier aesthetics, featuring deep black finishes, bespoke interior trim, and a broad tech suite. Built on the same performance-oriented platform as the standard Defender Octa, the Octa Black carries forward the BMW-sourced 4.4-litre V8 engine and adds exclusive styling elements alongside the latest feature upgrades. If you are interested in the Land Rover Defender Octa Black, here's everything you need to know before it reaches dealerships in the country: 1 Defender Octa Black: Exterior Design The Defender Octa Black will come finished in a Narvik Black paint scheme, which JLR describes as the 'truest black' in the Defender colour palette. 30 exterior elements have been finished in black to keep up with the theme, including the rear scuff plates and the front undershield in a Satin Black Powder Coat. The quad exhaust tips get a gloss black finish while the Land Rover emblem on the front grille is also blacked-out with a darkened silver script. The new Defender offers its buyers with the choice between 20 to 22-inch gloss black wheels, featuring black centre caps and Shadow Atlas Defender script. The brake calipers are finished in gloss black, with lettering in Sentient Silver. 4 Defender Octa Black: Engine and Performance The Land Rover Defender Octa Black is powered by the same BMW-sourced 4.4-litre twin-turbo V8 engine. This mild-hybrid powerplant is mated to an eight-speed automatic and makes 626 bhp of peak power and 750 Nm of maximum torque. With this, the Defender Octa can sprint from a standstill to 100 kmph in 4 seconds. The SUV comes with 6D Dynamic suspension, which helps to control roll, pitch, and dive. There is also an OCTA mode that optimises the SUV for traversing on loose surfaces. A variety of Terrain Response modes are also available, including Sand, Mud and Ruts, Grass Gravel Snow, and Rock Crawl. Check out Upcoming Cars in India 2025, Best SUVs in India. First Published Date: 05 Jul 2025, 18:00 PM IST TAGS: jlr defender octa land rover defender land rover NEXT ARTICLE BEGINS
Hindustan Times
04-07-2025
- Automotive
- Hindustan Times
The Land Rover Defender Octa grows sinister with new all-black variant
The Land Rover Defender Octa Black has been unveiled in a new Narvik Black shade The new Defender builds on the Octa variant with all-black detailing for a meaner look 30 exterior elements have been finished in black to complement the theme Customers can choose between 20- to 22-inch gloss black wheels with black centre caps Check product page JLR further offers an optional chopped carbon fibre finish for the interior The performance seats get new Ebony Semi-Aniline Leather with Kvadrat upholstery The Defender Octa Black has the same BMW-sourced 4.4-litre twin-turbo V8 engine The SUV makes 626 bhp and 750 Nm of torque and gets 6D suspension for offroad fun The new Defender Octa Black retains all the latest updates across the lineup To know more about the Defender Octa... Click Here
Auto Blog
04-07-2025
- Automotive
- Auto Blog
Land Rover Defender Octa Black Is The Batmobile Of SUVs
By signing up I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy . You may unsubscribe from email communication at anytime. This is how a black edition should be done Land Rover revealed the ultimate version of its current Defender last year, known as the Defender Octa. At the heart of this towering SUV is a 626-horsepower V8, which adds breathtaking on-road pace to the Defender's famous off-roading capabilities. Now, the manufacturer has taken the covers off the Defender Octa Black, which is murdered out to an extent that you might not see it at all in a dark alley. It follows the recent reveal of the Range Rover SV Black. Here's what's new for this hulk of an SUV. 30 Exterior Elements Get The Black Treatment While many black editions of new cars have dark wheels and mirrors and call it a day, Land Rover has really gone all-out with the Octa Black. 30 individual exterior elements get either a Gloss Black or Satin Black finish, concealing practically every piece of brightwork found on other Defenders. Of course, the paintwork is key to giving this Defender its menacing appearance. It's called Narvik Black, which is the 'truest black' of all the Defender colors. Although a gloss finish is standard, customers can add a matte protective film optionally. 20-inch forged wheels or 22-inch gloss black wheels are available, and even the center caps and calipers have a black finish. A Satin Black Powder Coat finish has been applied to the front under shield and rear scuff plates, while gloss black is used for the tow eye cover and quad exhaust tips. The Defender is a large vehicle – the standard Octa stands 78.5 inches tall, is 82.8 inches wide from mirror to mirror, and is close to 200 inches long with its spare wheel – and the Octa Black's dark exterior makes an already imposing SUV look even meaner. Autoblog Newsletter Autoblog brings you car news; expert reviews and exciting pictures and video. Research and compare vehicles, too. Sign up or sign in with Google Facebook Microsoft Apple By signing up I agree to the Terms of Use and acknowledge that I have read the Privacy Policy . You may unsubscribe from email communication at anytime. Interior Gets The Black Look, Too Inside, the Octa Black receives ebony semi-aniline leather upholstery with Kvadrat; the latter is a first for the Defender, adding an even softer finish to the seats. Seatbacks and armrest hinges have a Carpathian Grey finish to contrast with the black upholstery. The dashboard has a Cross Car Beam in a Satin Black Powder Coat, and a Chopped Carbon Fiber finish is available as an option. Elsewhere, the Defender Octa Black retains everything that makes the Octa so special. The 4.4-liter twin-turbo V8 musters 626 hp, and there's a special Octa Mode for off-road jaunts. A 13.1-inch touchscreen is a new addition to the Defender lineup, and the 15-speaker Meridian system provides immersive audio. 'The introduction of Defender OCTA Black takes things up a notch,' said Mark Cameron, Managing Director at Land Rover. '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.' Pricing for the Land Rover Defender Octa Black isn't available yet, but the standard Octa starts from $152,000, so expect this one to get closer to $160k. An on-sale date is yet to be announced. Source: Land Rover About the Author Karl Furlong View Profile
TimesLIVE
04-07-2025
- Automotive
- TimesLIVE
New Land Rover Defender Octa Black breaks cover
Land Rover has lifted the covers off its new Defender Octa Black that, similar to the recently revealed Range Rover Sport SV Black, embraces a sinister darkened aesthetic. Visually, the Octa Black stands out with Narvik Black paintwork complemented by Satin Black Powder Coat accents on the front undershield and rear scuff plates, as well as exposed recovery points finished in matching Satin Black. Gloss Black detailing extends to the front tow eye cover, quad exhaust tips and Land Rover grille badging, which features darkened silver script. Underbody components such as the exhaust silencer cover and the optional deployable tow bar also adopt Gloss or Satin Black finishes. Image: Supplied Wheel options include 20" forged alloys or 22" Gloss Black rims with black centre caps and Shadow Atlas Defender script. Behind them sit Gloss Black brake calipers with contrasting Sentient Silver lettering. Inside, the cabin introduces Ebony Semi-Aniline leather with Kvadrat textile inserts to the Defender range for the first time. Paired with new perforation patterns and backrest stitching, Land Rover says it lends a softer, more tactile finish to the Performance Seats. The seat backs and armrest hinges are finished in Carpathian Grey, while the Cross Car Beam on the dashboard is treated in Satin Black Powder Coat. Optional Chopped Carbon Fibre trim adds further visual impact. As with the regular Defender Octa, power is provided by a BMW-sourced 4.4 l twin-turbocharged mild-hybrid V8 petrol engine delivering 467kW and 750Nm (boosted to 800Nm when Dynamic Launch Mode is engaged). Paired with an eight-speed automatic gearbox and high/low range transfer case, Land Rover claims a 0-100km/h sprint time of 4.0 seconds and a top speed of 250km/h (when fitted with 22" wheels). Supporting this formidable straight-line performance is Land Rover's 6D Dynamics suspension system: a hydraulically interlinked set-up with continuously variable semiactive dampers engineered to minimise pitch and body roll while preserving ride comfort. Compared with standard Defender models, the Octa Black sits 28mm higher and has a 68mm wider track. Revised suspension geometry, reinforced wishbones and bespoke dampers with separate accumulators further improve dynamics. Braking is handled by 400mm discs up front with Brembo calipers and the steering system features the fastest ratio of any Defender to date. Inside, the cabin introduces Ebony Semi-Aniline leather with Kvadrat textile inserts to the Defender range for the first time. Image: Supplied The Octa Black also features a range of off-road drive modes, including a dedicated Octa Mode for performance driving in challenging terrain. Land Rover's proven Terrain Response system remains, with its familiar suite of settings including sand, mud and ruts, grass, gravel, snow and rock crawl. A standard ClearSight Ground View camera helps improve visibility in technical off-road scenarios. Priced from R3,979,500, the Defender Octa Black will be available in limited numbers, each sold in exclusive pre-configured specifications.
