Six years after the current-generation Defender made its debut, Land Rover has given its off-roader another round of updates, led by the introduction of the new design-focused Defender Vertex.
The new Vertex brings a more distinctive appearance to the Defender range, with revised front and rear bumpers, a larger grille, body-coloured lower cladding, a gloss black tailgate spoiler, and contrasting yellow brake calipers and exposed recovery eyes. New 22-inch alloy wheels and a new Forged Textile interior material further set it apart from the rest of the range.
Land Rover has also updated the wider Defender family. Selected X-Dynamic and V8 models can now be specified with a new Extended Exterior Pack, which adds redesigned bumpers, a rear spoiler, and a body-coloured spare wheel cover.
The Defender 110 also gains a new six-seat configuration. Replacing the conventional second-row bench are two individual Captain Chairs, creating a 2+2+2 layout that is said to improve access to the third row.
Elsewhere, the Defender Trophy Edition is now available in a new Santorini Black finish, while the range-topping Octa can be specified in Woolstone Green. A new Namib Orange paint option has also been added to selected Defender 90 and 110 variants, while Land Rover's self-healing protective film is now offered in both matte and gloss finishes.
Defender buyers can also choose from new factory-fit accessories, including an Expedition Roof Light, a lockable tail door-mounted gear carrier, and additional spoiler options.
Inside, the Defender gains an upgraded voice assistant with generative AI capabilities, complemented by a new Technology Pack that bundles features such as a head-up display, Meridian Surround Sound System, and ClearSight Interior Rear View Mirror.
The update also brings revisions to the engine line-up, including new six-cylinder petrol mild-hybrid powertrains. Meanwhile, the Defender Octa's twin-turbocharged V8 has been updated with exhaust revisions aimed at delivering a deeper and more distinctive soundtrack.
