Tough and capable are synonymous with the Land Rover Defender legacy. It’s the claim of the latest iteration being the toughest and most capable ever that has the loyalists excited all over again. In India, the excitement levels seem to have soared to newer highs too. After all, with the launch, Land Rover, completes the brand portfolio’s trinity mix. Consisting of the ‘Discovery’ and ‘Range Rover’ as the two pillars, the Defender drives in as the third. Speaking on Rohit Suri, President and Managing Director, Jaguar Land Rover India the significance of the launch, expressed Rohit Suri, President and Managing Director, Jaguar Land Rover India, “This, in many ways, completes the Land Rover brand story and we are very excited about expanding the reach and appeal of Land Rover amongst our customer base.” Sharing an important piece of trivia, Suri drew attention to the name Defender being used in 1990 for the first time ever. Since then, stated Suri, the Defender has proved to be the most successful and iconic model for the manufacturer.
Rohit Suri, President and Managing Director, Jaguar Land Rover India
Watch Out For
1. Monocoque Architecture.
2. Electronic Air Suspension and Electronic Active Differential with the optional Terrain Response 2.
3. Wading depth of 900 mm.
4. Geometry for a strong all-terrain capability. The approach angle is 38° and
the break-over angle is up to 31° with a departure angle of 40°.
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