Defender has unveiled an expanded palette of exterior colours, blending iconic heritage-inspired shades with bold new finishes influenced by some of the world’s most dramatic and awe-inspiring landscapes.
From the mountains of Australia to the wilderness of Africa and beyond, the new Atlas colours celebrate Defender’s exploration and adventure DNA.
Available across the line‑up and multiple Defender specifications1, including new Defender Vertex, the range features six new colours across three categories. Mara Red and Pantelleria Blue are inspired by former Defender paints, while Galway Green and Buckingham Blue are returning heritage Defender colours. Aira Green and Jenolan Gold are brand new colours.
Defender developed the Atlas colours using a new Universal Paint Line in Nitra, Slovakia, following additional investment at the plant. The robotic painting facility incorporates industry‑first technologies to deliver precise colour harmony. Full‑vehicle painting capability in‑house delivers ultimate colour harmony, using seven‑axis overhead rail robots with spray nozzles that change automatically, delivering optimum electrostatic coverage and a flawless finish.
The Universal Paint Line adds an additional step to the production process, ensuring the Atlas colours are among the most durable and robust Defender colours yet and setting a new benchmark for personalised vehicle manufacturing. As with all its paints, Defender tests the Atlas range to withstand four times the industry standard for grit blasting. Engineers submerge the painted panel in water for 72 hours and repeat the cycle.
As standard, Atlas colours pair with a black contrast roof but are available with a white contrast roof option*. The colours can be specified with Gloss or Matte Protective Films for a protective, personalised finish and maximum durability. Defender’s Protective Films provide an additional layer of defence against everything from car park scratches to bramble rash, creating a distinctive finish while keeping the vehicle in pristine condition for longer. The wrap also has self‑healing properties that use the sun’s UV rays to aid the repair of micro‑scratches over time.
The six new colours in the Atlas range add to the existing options available on Defender, including new Namib Orange, which Defender introduced this year, Tasman Blue, Woolstone Green and Carpathian Grey. Defender X, Vertex and OCTA models also have the choice of Patagonia White Matte Wrap, partnered with Fuji White.
