Land Rover has announced a new Defender flagship model called the Octa which will be powered by a hybrid-assisted twin-turbocharged V-8.
maker just announced a new version of its most recent SUV called the Octa. In addition to an electrified twin-turbocharged V-8 that will make it the most powerful Defender yet, the rugged 4×4 will also come with an upgraded suspension system that will make off-roading even easier.This New Blended-Wing Jetliner Was Just Cleared for Test Flights
The lack of detail in the announcement suggests that the Defender Octa isn’t ready for the limelight just yet. Still, what Land Rover has shared is certain to pique the interest of many off-roading enthusiasts. The most intriguing tidbit so far is that the model will be powered by a twin-turbocharged V-8 with mild-technology. The automaker hasn’t gone into specifics about the powertrain’s output yet, but did promise the variant will be the “most powerful Defender vehicle ever.”.
The mild-hybrid powertrain isn’t all the Defender Octa will borrow from the Range Rover SV. Land Rover has confirmed that the latest Defender will also utilize its 6D Dynamics air suspension system as well. The hydraulic interlinked technology will allow the vehicle to maintain the same level on-road, whether it’s accelerating, braking, and cornering.
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