Land Rover launches a year of Defender celebrations

Land Rover has gone back to the place where it all began to start a year-long celebration of the iconic Defender. A unique 1km sand drawing at Red Wharf Bay in Anglesey, U.K., marks the launch of three exclusive limited edition models and the beginning of an exciting new chapter in the Defender story. As U.K. production of the current Defender enters its final phase, Land Rover will use 2015 to celebrate its global automotive icon.

The three exciting new limited edition models which each celebrate a different element of Defender's unique history. The Heritage, Adventure and Autobiography Editions are all powered by Land Rover's proven 2.2-litre diesel engine.

Limited Edition Defenders

The three hotly anticipated limited edition Defender models celebrate a different element of the vehicle's versatile character.

The exclusive Autobiography Edition promises more performance, luxury and comfort than ever before thanks to its comprehensive equipment list, unique duo-tone paintwork, full Windsor leather upholstery and a power upgrade from 122bhp to 150bhp. Exclusivity comes as standard as only 80 Defender Autobiography Editions will be available in the U.K.

The Heritage Edition is inspired by early Land Rover models and mixes nostalgic design cues with modern creature comforts. It will be identified by distinctive Grasmere Green paintwork and a contrasting white roof. A heritage grille and HUE 166 graphics, recalling the registration plate of the first ever pre-production Land Rover nicknamed 'Huey', also identify the Heritage model. It hits showrooms from August with production limited to 400 in the U.K.

The exciting new Adventure Edition is aimed at Land Rover customers who relish the great outdoors and embrace the Defender's 'go anywhere, do anything' attitude. It comes fitted with additional underbody protection and Goodyear MT/R tyres to boost the Defender's already class-leading all-terrain capability. Unique decals and a leather-trimmed cabin ensure the Adventure Edition stands out from the Defender crowd. A total of 600 Adventure Editions are available in the U.K.