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Daya's new SUV is as tough as him; brings home a Land Rover Defender
Several Bollywood stars have opted for the Land Rover Defender; Daya from the TV show, CID, is the latest one to do so.
Dayanand Chandrashekhar Shetty, better known as ‘Daya’ in the famous Indian crime series CID, has just taken delivery of a new Land Rover Defender. The actor opted for the 110 version, and it seems like the colour is Borasco Grey. Daya also decided to upgrade the alloy wheels to 20 inches, which come in diamond-cut along with Gloss Dark Grey contrast. As of now, we do not know what other customisation options Daya chose.
The Land Rover Defender has become a popular choice among several Bollywood celebrities. Actors such as Jimmy Shergill, Kareena Kapoor, Sanjay Dutt, Sunny Deol, Ayush Sharma, Prakash Raj, Sonam Bajwa, Arjun Kapoor, Amitabh Bachchan and Sonam Kapoor are among those who own the iconic SUV.
What powers the Land Rover Defender?
The Defender in India offers a variety of powertrain options. These consist of a 5.0-litre supercharged engine that provides an impressive 518 hp and 625 Nm of torque, a 4.4-litre twin-turbocharged V8 engine that generates a remarkable 626 hp and 750 Nm, a 3.0-litre twin-turbocharged inline-six engine producing 296 hp and 650 Nm, and a 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine that delivers 296 hp along with 400 Nm of peak torque. An automatic transmission is utilized to distribute power to all four wheels.
What are the features of the Land Rover Defender?
Some of the prominent features of the Land Rover Defender consist of a sizable 11.4-inch Touchscreen Infotainment Display that incorporates Pivi Pro Connected Car Technology, a Meridian Premium Sound System, a ClearSight Rear View Mirror, and a range of Driver Assistance Functions, among other offerings.
(Also read: Yuzvendra Chahal’s New Car Is a 340 hp BMW Z4 M40i)
Defender Octa launched in India
Earlier this year, Land Rover launched the Defender Octa in the Indian market. It is a iteration of the SUV. The Octa starts at ₹2.42 crore ex-showroom. Although it is derived from the Defender 110, this high-performance variant showcases distinctive design features. It offers an elevated ride height for enhanced clearance and a broader stance with extended wheel arches that amplify its formidable road presence. The SUV is fitted with newly crafted bumpers at both the front and rear, which enhance the approach and departure angles.
