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Land Rover Discovery V 2.0 SD4 (240 Hp) 4WD 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)
V Overview:
Land Rover Discovery (V). With 430 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.45 l/100km). At around 2109 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 8.3 s). The top speed reaches 207 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
2.0 SD4 (240 Hp) 4WD Automatic Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Responsive and powerful, offering a good balance of performance for daily driving and highway cruising without feeling strained.
Fuel Economy
Good fuel efficiency, making it a practical choice for those seeking more power than the TD4 without the V6 running costs.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional off-road capability and wading depth
- • Luxurious and spacious interior, especially with 7-seat options
- • Strong towing capacity across most engine variants
- • Wide range of powerful and efficient engines
- • Distinctive and modern design with premium appeal
- • Comfortable ride quality for long journeys
Cons:
- • High purchase price and running costs for top-tier engines
- • Fuel consumption can be significant, especially for petrol and larger diesel engines
- • Historically mixed reliability reputation for the brand
- • Large size can be cumbersome in tight urban environments or parking
- • Some interior plastics feel less premium than rivals
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(V: 2018 - 2019).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Land Rover |
| Model: | Discovery |
| Generation: | V |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 SD4 (240 Hp) 4WD Automatic |
| Start of production: | 2019 |
| End of production: | November, 2020 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 240 Hp @ 4000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 120.1 Hp/l [14mm less] |
| Torque: | 430 Nm @ 1400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | Ingenium / 204DTA More details about the engine Ingenium / 204DTA |
| Engine displacement: | 1999 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | Twin-Turbo, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 7 l |
| Coolant: | 11 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 83 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 92.4 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 15.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.4-8.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 6.6-6.7 l/100 km |
| Combined fuel consumption (WLTP): | 8.3-9.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (NEDC): | 7.2-7.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption at Low speed (WLTP): | 11.3-11.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption at Medium speed (WLTP): | 8.1-9.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption at high speed (WLTP): | 7.2-8.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption at very high speed (WLTP): | 8.1-9.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (NEDC): | 8.4-8.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (NEDC): | 6.6-6.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.2-7.4 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 8.3 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 8.3 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 207 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.8 kg/Hp, 113.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.9 kg/Nm, 203.9 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 7.9 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2109 |
| Max. weight: | 2940 |
| Max. roof load: | 80 kg |
| Max load: | 831 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 2068 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 986 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 3500 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 77 l |
| AdBlue tank: | 18 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 195 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 22.2° |
| Wading depth: | 850 mm |
| Length: | 4956 mm mm [14mm less] |
| Width: | 2073 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1888 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2923 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Width with mirrors folded: | 2073 mm |
| Width including mirrors: | 2220 mm |
| Front track: | 1689 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1685 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 215 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.4 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 26.3° |
| Departure angle: | 25.9° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives permanently the four wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 8 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 349 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 325 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 235/65 R19; 255/60 R19; 235/60 R20; 255/55 R20 |
| Wheel rims size | 7.5J x 19; 7.5J x 20; 8.5J x 20 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone, Independent coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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