Land Rover Defender Octa Series Launched In India: Price, Engine, Power, Features & More

Tata Motors owned Jaguar Land Rover also popularly known as JLR has today introduced the Defender Octa series in the Indian market. The company has introduced this SUV with a starting (ex-showroom) price of Rs 2.59 crore. Additionally, the Defender Octa Edition One has been introduced for an ex-showroom price of Rs 2.79 crore for the first year of production.

The Defender Octa is powered by a 4.4L twin-turbo V8 engine with mild-hybrid technology. It produces 626 bhp and 750 Nm of peak torque, with an increase to 800 Nm in Dynamic Launch mode. The SUV is equipped with an 8-speed automatic transmission and an all-wheel-drive system. It accelerates from 0 to 100 kmph in 4.0 seconds and has a top speed of 250 kmph.

The Octa is based on the Defender 110 body style and features wider wheel arches, an updated grille, a redesigned rear bumper, and a four-exit active exhaust system. The underbody protection has been reinforced with an aluminum alloy front shield. The ground clearance has been raised by 28 mm, while the water-wading depth has increased by 100 mm to a total of 1,000 mm.

The SUV rides on 22-inch wheels fitted with all-terrain tyres. It also receives an Octa badge on the C-pillar and a gloss black roof. The Edition One variant comes with a Faroe Green paint finish and carbon-fibre accents.

On the inside, the Defender Octa features Burnt Sienna semi-aniline leather upholstery with Kvadrat textile trim in Ebony. It includes performance seats with integrated headrests, a fully digital instrument cluster, and an 11.4-inch infotainment system. The vehicle is also equipped with a center console refrigerator and Body and Soul Seat audio technology, which uses haptic feedback synchronized with the music.

The Defender Octa features a 6D Dynamics suspension system with hydraulically linked dampers, eliminating the need for a traditional anti-roll bar. This setup is designed to reduce body roll on paved roads while allowing greater wheel articulation on rough terrain. The SUV also gets a revised steering system, 400 mm disc brakes with Brembo calipers, and reinforced wishbones. It includes an Octa drive mode, optimized for off-road driving, along with an off-road launch control system.

Bookings for the Defender Octa commenced back in July 2024, customers placing orders now may face a waiting period of 5-6 months. The SUV is available as a Completely Built Unit (CBU) and can be reserved at authorized Land Rover dealerships across the country.