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Updated Land Rover Defender Octa driving on a rough trail in a matte white finish

New Cars, Industry, Technology July 8, 2026

Land Rover Defender Octa loses power as emissions rules reshape V8 flagship

The updated Land Rover Defender Octa keeps its 750Nm V8 torque figure but drops to 532bhp, with mild-hybrid revisions, new trim options and UK deliveries due in autumn.