What Are the Six New Colours Offered by the Defender Atlas Range?
Defender has introduced six new exterior colours as part of its Atlas palette, featuring shades inspired by its heritage models and landscapes from around the world. Of the six colours, four reflect Defender’s heritage, while the remaining two are entirely new additions.
Mara Red and Pantelleria Blue pay tribute to colours from the brand’s previous paint ranges, while Galway Green and Buckingham Blue make a return after a lengthy absence. Aira Green and Jenolan Gold, meanwhile, are completely new colours.
How Do Four of the Colours Reflect Defender’s Heritage?
Four colours in the range reflect Defender’s heritage and previous finishes.
Mara Red: An updated interpretation of Masai Red, inspired by the Maasai Mara region in south-western Kenya.
Pantelleria Blue: A refreshed version of Pageant Blue, inspired by the Mediterranean Sea and the volcanic landscape of Pantelleria, Italy.
Galway Green: A heritage colour inspired by the landscapes of Galway, Ireland.
Buckingham Blue: Previously available between 2006 and 2013, this colour has now returned to the range.
What Inspired the Two New Atlas Colours?
The two new colours in the Atlas range take their inspiration from nature.
Aira Green is inspired by the moss-covered surroundings of Aira Force Waterfall in the Lake District, UK.
Jenolan Gold takes its cue from the golden limestone formations found in the Jenolan Caves in Australia’s Blue Mountains. Its shade is derived from the natural colouring of these cave formations.
These two new colours expand the available selection, complementing the returning heritage shades in the Defender range.
How Are the New Defender Colours Made?
The Atlas colours are the first to be produced using the enhanced Universal Paint Line at Defender‘s manufacturing facility in Nitra, Slovakia.
The facility uses seven-axis overhead rail robots equipped with automatically switching spray nozzles. This system is designed to ensure consistent paint coverage and uniform colour application across the vehicle’s bodywork.
The additional painting processes also form part of Defender’s quality testing programme. According to the company, its paint finishes undergo grit-blasting tests four times more rigorous than the industry norm. The painted panels are also submerged in water for 72 hours as part of the durability testing process.
What Roof and Protective Film Options Are Available?
All Atlas finishes can be paired with either a black or white contrasting roof.
Customers can also choose between Gloss and Matte Protective Films. These provide an additional layer of protection for the bodywork, helping to prevent scratches and minor damage to the paintwork.
The films also feature self-healing properties, using ultraviolet radiation from sunlight to minimise the appearance of scratches.
Which Other Colours Are Available Across the Defender Range?
The six Atlas finishes complement the existing selection of Defender colours, which currently includes Namib Orange, introduced in 2026, as well as Tasman Blue, Woolstone Green and Carpathian Grey.
The range also includes Patagonia White Matte Wrap and Fuji White for the Defender X, Vertex and OCTA models.
Overall, the new colour collection expands the exterior personalisation options available across the Defender line-up.
Defender has not announced individual prices for the six new colours. Availability will also depend on the selected model and configuration. The new collection is being introduced across the Defender line-up, including the Vertex.
