2026 Land Rover Defender gets styling & feature updates

On the interior, the updated Defender gets a new 13.1‑inch touchscreen for the infotainment system.

Land Rover has given its iconic Defender SUV an update. While it may not be a comprehensive facelift, there are styling changes and feature additions. The updates will apply across the 90, 110 and 130 body designs – including the Defender OCTA.

On the exterior, the Defender receives new surfaces for the front and rear bumpers, as well as a new textured pattern for the bonnet inserts and side vents. The redesigned headlights feature signature graphics, while the tail lamps receive a dark-tinted finish. Also on offer is a new 22‑inch seven‑spoke Diamond Turned Dark Grey alloy wheel design. New exterior colours include Borasco Grey and Woolstone Green.

On the interior, the updated Defender gets a new 13.1‑inch touchscreen for the infotainment system. There’s also a new sliding section and deeper stowage area in the centre console, along with removable side pockets.

For off-road enthusiasts, the Defender now features optional Adaptive Off‑Road Cruise Control for the first time. There’s also a new Driver Attention Monitor that provides audio‑visual alerts from the road ahead. It can be adjusted, enabled or disabled using the driver assistance menu.

The monstrous Defender Octa gets a revised colour palette. In addition to existing Charente Grey and Petra Copper colours, clients can now choose Borasco Grey and all‑new Sargasso Blue.  In addition to the existing Matte Protective Film available on all Defender OCTA exteriors, from late 2025, customers will also be able to choose a Patagonia White Matte Wrap finish. This is also planned for the 5.0‑litre Defender V8 models. Additionally, Chopped Carbon Fibre exterior and interior accents can now be specified on the Defender OCTA as an option.

Land Rover has also expanded the accessory packs for the Defender. Besides the Explorer, Adventure, and Urban Packs, new individual accessories include black variations of the Expedition Roof Rack, Cross Bars and Front Undershield, while the rear scuff plate is now also offered in a dark finish, in addition to the existing bright finish.

The Defender also gets deployable or fixed side‑steps for easy access. The OCTA now features a specially‑integrated 4,500kg‑rated winch with chopped carbon fibre cover. The Defender 130 is now available with an integrated air compressor option.