The Defender Dakar D7X-R is the brand's official car for the 2026 W2RC.

Its design is similar to the production model, but it gets a revised radiator and front grille.

It is specced with 35-inch wheels, a 60mm wider track and a raised ride height.

It also gets light pod accessories and functional cabin air intakes.

It also features a larger 550-litre fuel tank and extended wheel arches.

It is equipped with revised Bilstein dampers and a rally‑spec brake system.

Inside, it gets an FIA‑regulated navigation system, a HUD for the driver, and a driver‑configurable motorsport dashboard.

It gets six‑buckle front seats, while rear seats make way for three spare wheels.

It is also equipped with a roll cage and a pair of integrated hydraulic jacks to lift the SUV.