Defender updated for 2025
Land Rover has updated its Defender range for 2025, introducing new styling, upgraded technology and new options across the 90, 110, and 130 body styles.
All Defender variants now feature updated headlights with a new lighting signature and integrated fog lamps as standard. At the rear, flush-mounted tail lights get a smoked tint for a cleaner appearance. There's also a new gloss black grille bar and darkened badging across the board.
Land Rover has expanded the colour palette too, with contemporary hues like Woolstone Green and Borasco Grey. New 22-inch Diamond Turned Dark Grey alloys are also available.
Read more 2020 Land Rover Defender 110 P400 SE First Edition review
Interior upgrades are headlined by a larger 13.1-inch central touchscreen (up from 11.4 inches previously) which now sits above a revised centre console with better storage options. A driver monitoring camera has been added as well. Some models gain sliding compartments and removable side pockets, while the option remains to configure a centre jump seat for three-across front row seating.
More Capable Off the Road
Adaptive Off-Road Cruise Control is now available for the first time in a Defender. Similar to All-Terrain Progress Control but more advanced, this tech lets drivers set a comfort level while navigating tough terrain. The system automatically adjusts throttle inputs to maintain that comfort level, leaving the driver to focus on steering.
Defender 130 adds an optional integrated air compressor to its list of gear, making tyre pressure adjustments easier during multi-surface excursions.
Accessories and Personalisation
Land Rover continues to lean into customisation with updated accessory packs: Explorer, Adventure, and Urban. New blacked-out roof racks, cross bars, and front underbody shields add visual impact, while a dark-finish rear scuff plate now joins the existing bright version.
Practicality enhancements include fixed or deployable side steps and bonnet decals with updated Defender script across all body styles.
'More than five years after its introduction, Defender has become an enduring success,' said Mark Cameron, Managing Director for the Defender brand. 'These updates continue our mission to make every journey more satisfying – with fresh designs, new colours and enhanced functionality that keep the Defender at the top of its game.'
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