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Land Rover Discovery III 2.7 TDI (190 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)
III Overview:
Land Rover Discovery (III). With 440 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2494 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 11.7 s). The top speed reaches 180 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. With seating for 7, it’s perfect for larger families.
2.7 TDI (190 Hp) Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers adequate performance for daily driving and highway cruising, though not particularly quick for a large SUV. The automatic transmission provides smooth shifts.
Fuel Economy
Fuel consumption of 10.4 l/100 km is acceptable for a heavy 4x4 of its size and era, but can be high in urban settings.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional off-road capability
- • Spacious and versatile 7-seat interior
- • Comfortable and refined ride quality
- • Distinctive and robust styling
- • Strong towing capacity
Cons:
- • High fuel consumption, especially with the V8 engine
- • Potential for complex electrical and air suspension issues
- • Heavy kerb weight impacts agility and economy
- • Some interior plastics feel less premium than rivals
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II: 1998 - 2004).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Land Rover |
| Model: | Discovery |
| Generation: | III |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.7 TDI (190 Hp) Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2004 |
| End of production: | 2009 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 7 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 190 Hp @ 4000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 69.9 Hp/l [125mm more] |
| Torque: | 440 Nm @ 1900 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 276DT More details about the engine 276DT |
| Engine displacement: | 2720 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 6.55 l |
| Coolant: | 8 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 81 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 88 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 18:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 13.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 10.4 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.7 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.7 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 180 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 13.1 kg/Hp, 76.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.7 kg/Nm, 176.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.1 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2494 |
| Max. weight: | 3230 |
| Max load: | 736 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 82 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4835 mm mm [125mm more] |
| Width: | 2009 mm mm [149mm more] |
| Height: | 1887 mm mm [3mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2885 mm mm [345mm more] |
| Front track: | 1605 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1613 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Tires size | 255/55 R19 |
| Wheel rims size | 19 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone |
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