While the new Land Rover Defender has been around since 2020, that’s not to say that the model it replaced has been consigned to the dustbin of history. Quite the opposite, as Land Rover Classic continues to build on the original’s achievements with the Defender Works V8 Trophy II.
Land Rover Classic breathes new life into the original Defender line with a limited-edition release
“The Defender has conquered terrains across the world. Our latest Classic Works V8 Trophy II honors this expedition heritage in its unique exterior design, paying homage to some of these stunning locations,” said Michael van der Sande, Managing Director for Jaguar Land Rover Special Vehicle Operations.
This new line derived from the classic Defender is limited to just 25 units. Each will be wrapped in a unique exterior camouflage design that depicts the 23 locations that the 4x4 has conquered in its adventures spanning 70 years. These include The Camel Trophy, The First Overland, and the G4 Challenge.
The Defender's history is literally found on its skin
As an easter egg, a number of Land Rover silhouettes are also hidden within the pattern for owners to find. A Fuji White finish contrasts with the Narvik Black roof and gloss black exterior elements. There are Recaro seats rendered in Windsor leather, and occupants will appreciate the touchscreen infotainment system with navigation and smartphone connectivity.
But the Defender Classic Works V8 Trophy II goes beyond mere cosmetic enhancements. Every unit in the series, based on Defenders from the 2012 to 2016 model years, has been stripped and rebuilt by hand according to exacting standards and enhanced specifications by Land Rover Classic.
Black-and-white Recaro seats wrapped in leather welcome occupants aboard
Under the hood lives a 5.0-liter gasoline V8 rated at 400 horsepower and 515 Nm of torque, mated to an 8-speed ZF automatic gearbox. These are accompanied by an uprated suspension system, upgraded brakes, and enhanced steering. Further improvements include a custom grille protected by an A-frame, as well as an external roll bar, 500mm of wading depth, and Land Rover Trophy badging.
The production run will comprise five Double Cab Pick-up body styles, with the remaining 20 equally divided between the 90 and 110 Station Wagon configurations.
Only 25 examples will be built, or rather rebuilt with enhanced specifications
Current Defender owners will also get the chance to apply some of the limited edition Defender’s aesthetic elements to their own rides, courtesy of Trophy-influenced genuine accessories to be announced later in the year. Meanwhile, the Defender Works V8 Trophy II line is now ready for purchase, with prices starting at £225,000 (over Php 15.1 million) for a Defender 90 derivative in the U.K.
See how classic models are given new life at Philkotse.com.
Know more about Land Rover Defender 2024
The Land Rover Defender 2024 is a British off-roader vehicle that is available in four configurations. It is offered with a wide array of variants and accessory packs, with the price being available upon request. There are various available engine options in the country, including D200 and D240 4-cylinder diesel engines, D200, D250, and D300 inline-6 diesel engines, P300 4-cylinder gasoline, P400 inline-6 gasoline, and P525 V8 gasoline engines. All of which are connected to an 8-speed automatic transmission.
Dimensions-wise, the Defender 90 is 4,583 mm long, 2,008 mm wide, and 1,974 mm high. Meanwhile, the Defender 110 spans 5,018 mm in length, 2,008 mm in width, and 1,972 mm in height. Locally, this British off-roader competes against the likes of the Jeep Wrangler and Mercedes-Benz G-Class.
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Land Rover Defender Launch
The Land Rover Defender 2024, initially called the Land Rover Ninety and Land Rover One Ten was introduced in April 1948 at the Amsterdam Motor Show. After 67 years, the British premium carmaker announced that the production of the Land Rover Defender would be stopped in January 2016. Its last release was in reference to the SUV’s first pre-production model with a HUE 166 number plate.
In September 2019, a refreshed version of this legendary automobile was globally released with two-wheelbase options. In the Philippines, its official importer and distributor All British Cars started accepting pre-orders as early as December 2019. In 2021, the British marque formally introduced the Defender 90.
The three-row Defender 130 was then brought in for the Philippine market in 2023.
Land Rover Defender Exterior
The Land Rover Defender Philippines measures 4,583mm long, 2,105mm wide, and 1,974mm tall. It features a squared-off body structure that perfectly exudes a sporty, modern, and classy aura. Highlights include a contrast-colored roof, a striking pair of premium matrix LED headlights with signature daytime running lights, front fog lights, front and rear classic mudflaps, and spare wheel cover.
Supporting this good-looking SUV is a set of 18inch to 22-inch wheels in a wide array of colors and finishes
Land Rover Defender Interior
Aside from its luxurious and spacious cabin, the Land Rover Defender is furnished with durable materials in a textured powder coat. Notable features include robust woven textiles in its power-adjusted leather seats, electric steering column, cross-car beam with powder coat finish, Clearsight interior rear-view mirror, metal treadplates with the vehicle’s branding, and more. Also, you may choose the vibe inside as Land Rover offers four interior colors namely ebony/ebony, acorn/lunar, khaki/ebony, and vintage tan/ebony.
Technology & Safety Features
For the infotainment, the Defender 2024 is equipped with a 10-inch Pivi Pro with Interactive Driver Display.
Safety is assured as it is packed with features such as six airbags, emergency braking, cruise control, speed limiter, lane keep assist, driver condition monitor, wade sensing, traffic sign recognition, 3D surround camera, and more.
Platform & Chassis
The Defender Philippines 2024 is built with a Double Wishbone suspension at the front and an advanced multi-link suspension at the rear.
Land Rover Defender Engine & Drivetrain
All variants of the Land Rover Defender are powered by a 3.0-liter six-cylinder turbo gasoline engine which also utilizes a semi-hybrid motor. It is paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission and can produce 395 horsepower with 550 Newton Meters.
Land Rover Defender 2024 Price List
| Variants | Price |
|---|---|
| Land Rover Defender 110 75th Anniversary Edition | PRICE ON REQUEST |
| Land Rover Defender 90 | PRICE ON REQUEST |
| Land Rover Defender 110 | PRICE ON REQUEST |
| Land Rover Defender 90 75th Anniversary Edition | ₱11,690,000 |
₱ 6,310,000 - ₱ 11,890,000
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