![]() The EPA estimates that the turbocharged four-cylinder model will deliver 19 mpg city and 22 mpg highway while the hybridized six-cylinder powertrain is rated for 18 mpg city and 24 mpg highway. Land Rover Fuel Economy and Real-World MPG If towing a heavy load is on the docket, the Disco is rated to tow up to 8200 pounds. Steering feel, however, is nonexistent, especially on-center, where a large dead spot creates a need for frequent steering corrections when cruising on the highway. Overall ride quality is quite good, and even harsh bumps are dealt with easily. The Disco never lets you forget that you're piloting a large SUV. The Discovery's handling isn't as ponderous as one might expect, but it still feels clumsy and top-heavy when changing direction. The Land Rover's adventure-ready mission caters to those seeking an SUV for much more than just trolling the parking lot at the mall, but it comes at the expense of on-road dexterity. At our test track, the six-cylinder Discovery made it to 60 mph in 6.3 seconds. We haven't had a chance to test-drive the Disco with the base turbo four, but with the inline-six, the big Land Rover feels sprightly around town and delivers adequate power for highway merging and passing. Engine, Transmission, and PerformanceĪll Discovery models come with full-time all-wheel drive as standard, but buyers can choose between a 296-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder or a 355-hp turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six, the latter of which employs a 48-volt hybrid system. The top-level HSE trim receives the inline-six as standard equipment. Base S and R-Dynamic models come standard with the turbo-four engine, but the R-Dynamic can be optioned with the more powerful inline-six-cylinder engine for $5550. The moral of the story for you is simple, don't buy a Land Rover product, this is our recommendation after driving them on/off for 20-years.The mid-range R-Dynamic model offers the best value in the Discovery lineup, as it adds fog lamps, LED taillights, aluminum interior trim, and uniquely styled front and rear bumpers. ![]() Moral of our story will be to drive these for another 3 years, and trade them in for Ford, Toyota (Lexus) or Jeep. The Dealership has been super responsive and helpful while the work on a DFT (Dealer Facilitated Trade) for the Discovery (but no promises). But, once again I am sitting on two vehicles that have lost a significant amount of their value and I'm back and forth to the service facility. We have serious mixed emotions, the Land Rover products are awesome in the snow, off-road and as daily haulers. ![]() The Range Rover Sport is having the brake issues and software issues and has enjoyed about 8 days in the shop. So, after racking up 7,000 miles and 5 months, the Discovery has been in the shop 18 days, major brake issues (sticking), software issues, and AEB issues. ![]() After, NEVER having … any issues with Toyota or Lexus for 4-years, we made the decision to go back to Land Rover and give the company the benefit of the doubt and purchased a 2018 Discovery (new from dealer) and 2018 Range Rover Sport (new from dealer) and both in cash. We've owned Land Rover products for nearly 20 years, and 5 years ago we left for Toyota (we purchased a 4runner and a Lexus SUV) because the frustrations of owning a Land Rover were interrupting our life (the service manager and Land Rover and I used to joke, that I should park the cars at the dealership, because they spent more time in the shop than in my garage). ![]()
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