The 2026 Land Rover Defender, an upscale off-road SUV, has received subtle yet significant updates. While most annual model upgrades are minor, Land Rover has gone above and beyond with refined styling, larger infotainment touchscreens, new technology, and an expanded range of accessories.

Starting with the exterior, all variants of the Land Rover Defender, including the 90, 110, and 130 body styles, feature redesigned LED headlights, flat taillights with dark-tinted lenses, and standard fog lights. The front and rear bumpers have been reshaped, and the grille now sports a standard gloss black cross-beam. The side vents and bonnet feature new surface patterns, replacing the old-fashioned checkered plastic of the previous model.

Land Rover Defender 2026 Headlights

The 2026 Land Rover Defender sports redesigned headlights.

Land Rover Defender 2026 Taillights

The vehicle’s taillights have a sleek, flat design.

Land Rover Defender 2026 Side Vent

Side vent of the Land Rover Defender…

Land Rover Defender 2026 Bonnet

… and the bonnet of the vehicle.

Additionally, two new paint colors are available: Woolstone Green and Borasco Grey. There’s also an option for 22-inch alloy wheels with a dark grey seven-spoke design.

Land Rover Defender 2026 Alloy Wheels

The Land Rover Defender 2026 sports elegant 22-inch grey alloy wheels.

For the high-performance Defender OCTA with a twin-turbo V8 engine, Land Rover introduces a striking Sargasso Blue paint job with Textured Graphite and small-weave carbon fiber details inside and out. Furthermore, all Defender V8 models will feature a Patagonia White Matte Wrap exterior finish option starting late 2025.

Land Rover Defender 2026 OCTA

The Land Rover Defender 2026 OCTA in its new blue shade.

Overall, the design changes to this luxury SUV are subtle, and you’d have to put the old and new models side by side to spot the differences. Nonetheless, these refinements elevate the vehicle’s sophistication, especially considering this isn’t even a comprehensive redesign.

Inside the Defender, the biggest highlight is the new 13.1-inch central touchscreen infotainment system, replacing the older 11.4-inch unit. The rest of the interior remains largely unchanged, except for a slightly repositioned gear selector for improved ergonomics.

Land Rover Defender 2026 Interior

The sleek and modern interior of the Land Rover Defender 2026.

Land Rover Defender 2026 Infotainment Screen

The vehicle’s new and improved infotainment screen.

The central console also features a deeper storage compartment with a new sliding cover and a removable side pocket. While these changes may seem minor, they contribute to a more user-friendly and functional cabin.

In terms of technology, the 2026 Land Rover Defender offers an optional Adaptive Off-Road Cruise Control system, an upgraded version of the All Terrain Progress Control. Additionally, it includes a Driver Attention Monitor that provides audio and visual alerts, which can be turned off if desired.

Land Rover Defender 2026 Technology

The Land Rover Defender 2026 boasts enhanced safety technology.

Lastly, Land Rover has expanded the range of available accessories. In addition to the Explorer, Adventure, and Urban packages, there are now retail accessories such as roof racks, crossbars, and underbody protection, with an optional black paint finish. Other options include fixed or folding side steps, black bonnet decals, a winch, and an integrated air compressor for the Land Rover Defender 130.

Orders are now open for the 2026 Land Rover Defender in the UK, with prices starting at £57,135, which roughly converts to $77,200 or 2 billion VND.

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