For 2025, that legacy gets a rugged reboot with the new Defender 110 Trophy Edition.
With the Trophy Edition, Land Rover has dipped into the brand’s treasure chest of heritage and pulled out the spirit of the original Trophy Challenge.
So, what do you get?
An expedition-ready Defender that looks like it just rolled off the pages of a National Geographic feature, with a few more creature comforts.
The Trophy Edition is available in two heritage-inspired hues: Deep Sandglow Yellow, a modern homage to the ochre shades seen on competition Defenders of old; and Keswick Green, a nod to British countryside grit.
Both colours can be finished with an optional Matte Protective Film, because what’s an adventure without the occasional scrape?
The Trophy Edition comes kitted out to rumble across continents; Gloss Black 20-inch alloys wrapped in chunky All-Terrain tyres, a Dark Rear Scuff Plate, Gloss Black Wheelarch Protection, and a front undershield that’s ready to absorb the occasional boulder kiss.
Trophy decals and rear badging remind you that this isn’t just another Defender.
Inside, the tough-luxe theme continues with Ebony Windsor Leather seats and a Cross Car Beam that’s colour-matched to the exterior, finished with unique laser-etched endcaps for a bespoke touch.
The Trophy Edition is also the star of a new global challenge — the Defender Trophy adventure competition. This will be the Olympics of off-roading, where teams from more than 50 nations will tackle terrain, test physical limits, and solve tactical puzzles.
The final will be held in Africa, hosted in partnership with Tusk, Defender’s long-standing conservation ally. Finalists will earn a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to make a real-world impact, using their adventure to benefit the communities and landscapes they traverse.
“Global adventure and community have been the fabric of the Defender brand’s DNA for decades,” said Mark Cameron, Managing Director of Defender. “Our unique new global adventure challenge will bring nations together, all united by a greater purpose.”
It’s worth noting that entry to the Singapore leg of the Defender Trophy is currently by invitation only, which adds a layer of exclusivity to an already rare beast.
But whether you’re one of the lucky few lining up for the challenge, or just someone who wants their daily drive to feel like the prelude to an epic, the Defender 110 Trophy Edition is a reminder of what motoring once was, and what it can still be.
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