Land Rover has announced an updated version of the iconic Defender that will be sold exclusively through Land Rover Classic. The vehicle is the Defender V8 Works and only 150 units will be made, and they are being built to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the brand.
These special Defenders will come in 90 and 110 wheelbases and feature a 5.0L V8 making 405PS and 515Nm torque. The Defender will reach 60mph in 5.6 seconds and has a top speed of 106 mph. The V8 is mated with an 8-speed gearbox.
Each Defender Works V8 will get uprated brakes, handling kit, and exclusive 18-inch wheels with all-terrain tires. Land Rover is offering eight standard colors including two satin finishes. All have contrasting back roof, grille, and wheel arches. Pricing starts at £150,000 for a 90 in the UK.
via Land Rover
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