Inspired by the New Evoque - Zenith Defy Classic Range Rover

Zenith has been associated with Land Rover for the past three years. In 2017 the creative partnership launched the Chronomaster El Primero Range Rover Velar, a model celebrating the iconic Range Rover name.

The new Range Rover Evoque is designed to expertly blend city living with country escapism, building on the original’s enduring luxury appeal with a purposeful and precise evolution of its instantly recognisable silhouette. A reductive design approach focused on simplicity, the most compact Range Rover is a vision of modernity and timeless design placing Evoque back at the top of the segment. A new vehicle deserved a new timepiece, and the next-generation Range Rover Evoque is paired with the latest Zenith watch from the Defy Classic collection.

The new Defy Classic Range Rover is distinguished by its characterful design. It offers an evolution of the modern and graphic interpretation of this line. Like the Range Rover Evoque, its beautifully proportioned 41mm case endows it with a resolutely unisex appeal.

Specially co-developed by design and technical engineering teams working in close harmony, this 200-piece limited edition of the Defy Classic Range Rover is a combination of its own streamlined looks and certain unmistakable elements drawn from its automotive inspiration. These notably include colour themes evoking the UK manufactured vehicle, such as the seconds hand and oscillating weight attired in Arctic Petrol (turquoise blue) inspired by the accents on Evoques steering wheel and seats.

The openworked dial of this sophisticated timepiece is inspired by the sculptural design of the wheel design of the Evoque, while the quilted-patterned upholstery of the premium SUV is picked up in the ‘diamond’ motif gracing the rubber strap of its horological alter ego. Powered by a new Elite skeletonised movement, Zenith’s first reinterpretation of its Defy Classic collection radiates a unique allure based on an inspired and powerful design.

Defy Classic Collection Now Available at Zenith Retailers

Following the successful launch at Baselworld 2018, the high-performance Defy Classic collection, radiating refined and sporty elegance is now available at Zenith boutiques and at retailers.

Designed for style-conscious urbanites, the charismatic Defy Classic with its 41mm ultra-light titanium case and star-themed openworked dial offers fascinating views of the reliable and accurate Manufacture Zenith automatic Elite 670 base calibre. Blackened, structured and topped by a cut-out date disc read off on a white dot at 6 o’clock, the movement oscillates at 4 Hz and offers its owner over 50 hours of autonomy. In a nod to the collection’s legendary origins, the deep blue minutes ring is the exact same shade as its illustrious predecessor, the 1969 El Primero.

The choice of a closed dial will also appeal to those with a preference for timeless understatement. Fitted with an integrated metal bracelet composed of supple links, a strap version featuring rubber coated with alligator leather or an all-rubber option, the line is at home in any situation an active contemporary lifestyle may bring.