Land Rover has announced a limited edition run of 150 Defenders powered by a 298kW 5.0-litre V8 engine. Talk about a end of an era.
The Defender Works V8 pays homage to the early high-powered engines in both the Series III Stage 1 V8 from 1979 and subsequent Defenders including the 50th Anniversary Edition, which are highly sought after by enthusiasts and collectors today. The Defender Works V8 is the most powerful and fastest version that Land Rover has ever created. Where the standard Defender delivers 90kW/360Nm, the Works V8 uses the 298kW/515Nm 5.0-litre naturally-aspirated petrol V8 powertrain for a 0-100kph in 5.6sec, while top speed is increased to 170kph.
The V8 powertrain is complemented by an eight-speed ZF automatic transmission with sport mode, uprated brakes and handling kit (springs, dampers and anti-roll bars), plus exclusive 18-inch diamond-turned Sawtooth alloy wheels and 265/65 R18 all-terrain tyres.
Eight standard body colours include two satin finishes – contrasting with a Santorini Black roof, wheel arches and front grille – finished with machined aluminium door handles, fuel filler cap and Defender bonnet lettering. A comprehensive lighting upgrade includes bi-LED headlamps.
Full Windsor Leather interior trim covers the dashboard, door panels, headlining and Recaro sports seats. Land Rover Classic’s own Classic Infotainment System is also fitted.
Both 90 and 110 wheelbase Defender Works V8 derivatives will be available to purchase direct from Land Rover Classic. For those local enthusiasts interested in this model, use contact details below:
Land Rover Classic: info@classic.landrover.co.uk / +44 (0) 203 601 1255
www.landrover.com/explore-land-rover/reborn.html
The all-new Defender is subject to further announcements.