Defender OCTA Black: The Rock Star of Luxury 4x4s Just Got Meaner

If the standard Defender OCTA was a tough off-road icon, the new all-black edition is its rockstar alter ego — dressed in black, louder in presence, and packed with serious performance muscle.

Land Rover has just dropped the Defender OCTA Black, and it’s everything you expect from the brand’s flagship 4×4 — but with a brooding, all-black twist. Think of it as the Defender that spent some time in a custom garage and came out looking like it’s about to headline a metal festival.

All-Black Everything (Literally)

This isn’t your average black-pack cosmetic upgrade. Defender OCTA Black has gone full stealth mode, with 30+ exterior elements dipped in either Gloss or Satin Black. That includes the Narvik Black paint, quad exhaust tips, front and rear scuff plates, grille logos, and even the underbody bits. If you want to go even darker, there’s an optional Matte Protective Film to complete the look.

Oh, and let’s not forget the wheels — take your pick between 20-inch forged alloys or 22-inch gloss black monsters, complete with black centre caps and shadowed Defender badging.

Inside: Tough Luxury Redefined

Step in, and you’re greeted with a cabin that screams premium, but not in a soft-spoken way. The new Ebony Semi-Aniline leather combined with Kvadrat™ textile makes its Defender debut here — and it’s gorgeous. With custom perforation patterns, grey accents, and optional chopped carbon fibre, this isn’t just an interior; it’s an experience.

The Cross Car Beam gets a blacked-out finish too, staying true to the no-chrome, no-fluff philosophy.

The Muscle Under the Hood

Of course, the OCTA Black is no poser. Under that aggressive skin is the familiar 4.4-litre twin-turbo mild-hybrid V8 punching out 635PS and 750Nm. It’s backed by Land Rover’s 6D Dynamics suspension, which keeps it planted no matter the terrain. Whether you’re blasting down a desert trail or cruising city streets, this beast doesn’t break a sweat.

Add in OCTA Mode (for off-road thrills) and the futuristic Body and Soul Seats that let you feel your music, and you’ve got a 4×4 that’s as wild inside as it is outside.

Rock Tour Ready

In true rockstar fashion, the Defender OCTA Black isn’t just for showrooms — it’s the official ride of Oasis Live ’25, chauffeuring the legendary Brit band across their global tour. Because if anyone knows how to own the spotlight and the road, it’s this SUV.

Other Updates Across the Line

OCTA Black benefits from all the recent Defender lineup upgrades — sleeker headlights, smoked rear tail-lamps, and a sharp new 13.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system. If black isn’t your vibe, you can also spec the standard OCTA in new shades like Sargasso Blue and Borasco Grey, or go full whiteout with the Patagonia White Matte Wrap coming later in 2025.

Final Verdict

Defender OCTA Black isn’t just a tough SUV — it’s a statement piece for those who want extreme capability with maximum swagger. Whether you’re navigating a mountain trail or pulling up at a backstage entrance, this is the SUV that turns heads and owns every surface.

So yeah, if Batman needed a Defender, this would be the one.

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