Jaguar Land Rover Malaysia (JLRM) has officially introduced the Defender V8 to the Malaysian market, marking a bold new chapter for the iconic off-roader. The new Defender V8 is available in two formidable variants — the Defender 110 V8 and Defender 130 V8 — combining exhilarating performance, luxurious appointments, and signature design in a package that redefines the premium SUV experience in Malaysia.
Positioned at the pinnacle of the Defender line-up, the V8 variants offer commanding presence and performance. Under the bonnet of the Defender 110 V8 is a 5.0-litre supercharged V8 engine, capable of delivering an exceptional 525PS and 625Nm of torque. This allows the SUV to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in a mere 5.4 seconds, bringing sports car-like performance to the rugged world of off-roaders. Meanwhile, the Defender 130 V8 houses the same engine in a slightly detuned form, delivering 500PS and 610Nm of torque, with a 0-100 km/h sprint time of 5.7 seconds. Despite its larger dimensions, the 130 V8 retains agility and strength across diverse terrains.
Both variants are equipped with a distinctive quad outboard-mounted exhaust system that produces a deep, resonant soundtrack — a defining V8 growl that signals power and purpose. This signature exhaust note underscores the Defender V8’s position as a high-performance machine, blending the legendary off-road DNA of Land Rover with contemporary engineering and refinement.