Land Rover Won’t Make A Defender Pickup, So This Shop Did It In Carbon
Urban Automotive creates a carbon fiber Defender pickup conversion, the Widetrack Avontur, alongside a widebody kit for the Defender Octa.
Key Takeaways
- Urban Automotive debuts a Defender pickup at Goodwood.
- The Avontur Widetrack features two doors and a carbon bed.
- The tuner also launched a widebody kit for the Defender Octa.
- The Widetrack Avontur is built on a Defender 110 Hard Top commercial vehicle.
- Urban Automotive has opened expressions of interest for the Avontur pickup and immediate orders for the Octa program.
What is the Widetrack Avontur?
The Widetrack Avontur is a two-door pickup conversion of the Land Rover Defender, built by Urban Automotive.
The conversion involves more than 36 custom components, including a bespoke structural reinforcement to preserve the rigidity of the donor vehicle.
The Avontur features a carbon bed with a modular utility rail system, a bottle holder, and a working tailgate.
How does the Widetrack Avontur differ from the standard Defender?
The Widetrack Avontur has a reworked body with a removed rear part of the roof, carbon trim, and a matching spoiler.
The tuner also deleted the rear doors, adding body-colored fender extensions, 23-inch alloy wheels, a sharper splitter, and a custom hood.
What is the Defender Octa by Urban Automotive?
The Defender Octa is a widebody kit for the Land Rover Defender, launched by Urban Automotive at Goodwood.
The kit includes a bulged hood, aero add-ons, and special garnish for the front bumper, wide fender extensions, a rear spoiler, a custom spare wheel cover, and carbon exhaust surrounds.
What inspired the design of the Defender Octa?
The design of the Defender Octa is reminiscent of Mansory builds, with a forged carbon fiber pattern.
The prototype features gold 23-inch Vossen forged alloy wheels and matching exterior accents that contrast with the blue bodywork.
How can I get my hands on the Widetrack Avontur or Defender Octa?
Urban Automotive has opened expressions of interest for the Avontur pickup and immediate orders for the Octa program.
However, neither project has an official price yet, and it’s expected to be expensive.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the Widetrack Avontur?
The Widetrack Avontur is a two-door pickup conversion of the Land Rover Defender, built by Urban Automotive.
Q: What is the Defender Octa by Urban Automotive?
The Defender Octa is a widebody kit for the Land Rover Defender, launched by Urban Automotive at Goodwood.
Q: How can I get my hands on the Widetrack Avontur or Defender Octa?
Urban Automotive has opened expressions of interest for the Avontur pickup and immediate orders for the Octa program.
