Is the new Defender good off-road? I found out [Video]

The Defender nameplate is a hallowed one – inextricably linked with adventure and exploration over decades.

While classic Defenders are undeniably rugged and bare bones in their design, the modern interpretation of the iconic car has more creature comforts than its predecessors. As such, the Defender has become a more common sight around town – with its decidedly luxury bent attracting an entirely new buyer set to the brand.

We know it’s comfortable and perfect for growing families and weekend cruising, but can the new Defender still go off-roading like nothing else?

As a long-time Defender lover and Land Roverenthusiast, I was surprised to realise I hadn’t taken one off a paved road in quite some time. Obviously, I had to fix that. And what better way to fix it than on …