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Land Rover Discovery I 3.9i V8 (182 Hp) Automatic
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Land Rover Discovery:
The Land Rover Discovery is a series of five or seven-seater family SUVs, produced under the Land Rover marque, from the British manufacturer Land Rover, and later Jaguar Land Rover. The series is in its fifth generation since 2017. The first one was introduced in 1989, making the Discovery the first new model series since the launch of the 1970 Range Rover – on which it was based – and only the third new product line since the conception of the Land Rover by Rover in 1948. The model is sometimes called influential, as one of the first to market a true off-road capable family car....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I Overview:
Land Rover Discovery (I). With 312 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2020 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.5 s). The top speed reaches 170 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. With seating for 7, it’s perfect for larger families.
3.9i V8 (182 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Combines the most powerful engine with the convenience of an automatic, offering the best overall driving experience for the Discovery I.
Fuel Economy
Very high fuel consumption, typical for a large V8 with an automatic transmission, making it expensive to fuel.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional off-road capability for its class
- • Spacious and practical interior, especially 5-door models
- • Distinctive and iconic styling
- • Strong community support and aftermarket parts availability
- • Good towing capacity with V8 and TDi engines
Cons:
- • High fuel consumption, particularly for petrol V8 models
- • Dated interior ergonomics and materials by modern standards
- • Prone to rust, especially in chassis and body panels
- • Some reliability concerns, particularly electrical issues and oil leaks
- • Slow acceleration with smaller engine options
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I: 1990 - 1998).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Land Rover |
| Model: | Discovery |
| Generation: | I |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.9i V8 (182 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 1994 |
| End of production: | 1998 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 7 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 182 Hp @ 4750 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 46.1 Hp/l [4mm more] |
| Torque: | 312 Nm @ 3100 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 35 D, 36 D More details about the engine 35 D, 36 D |
| Engine displacement: | 3947 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6.1 l |
| Coolant: | 11.3 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 94 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 71.1 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.3:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 14.9 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 170 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.1 kg/Hp, 90.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.5 kg/Nm, 154.5 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.9 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2020 |
| Max. weight: | 2720 |
| Max load: | 700 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1970 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 1290 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 89 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4524 mm mm [4mm more] |
| Width: | 1810 mm mm [15mm more] |
| Height: | 1960 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2540 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1486 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1486 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 205/80 R16 |
| Front suspension | Rigid axle suspension |
| Rear suspension | Rigid axle suspension |
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