Land Rover DC100 Concept foreshadows next Defender

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Land Rover will be taking advantage of the Frankfurt Motor Show to lift the veil on the DC100 Concept, a stout-looking SUV borrowing design cues from the Evoque, and that will very probably serve as inspiration for the overhaul of the legendary Defender, slated for 2015.

Photo: Land Rover

The automaker released two images of its latest creation, set to hit centre stage on September 13, but that’s all we’re getting.

Bringing a vehicle into the 21st century while maintaining its beloved simplicity will be quite a challenge for designer Gerry McGovern and his team, who will be collecting feedback during the event from current and potential clients to determine their course of action.