19/08/2026
DEFENDER DAKAR: A ROAD-LEGAL EVOLUTION OF THE DAKAR RALLY WINNER
- Defender Dakar is a road‑legal evolution of the Defender D7X‑R, which won the 2026 Dakar Rally on its debut
- Boundary‑pushing 4x4 features wider track, increased ride height and rally suspension inspired by the winning D7X‑R
- Retains the body architecture, transmission, driveline, and 4.4‑litre twin turbo V8 engine of the rally car – all of which is based on Defender OCTA
- Colour options led by signature Dakar Sand and Yanbu Turquoise combination
- Interior features rally‑inspired details including unique race seats
Defender is building a road‑legal evolution of its 2026 Dakar Rally‑winning race car, representing the pinnacle of durability and performance forged in the heat of competition.
The exclusive limited‑run 4x4 is a race‑bred evolution of the victorious D7X‑R. It brings trailblazing rally‑raid capability to the road. A combination of 75 years of off‑road innovation and competition‑derived design.