Land Rover Discovery (04 on) - Review Review by David Ross on 24 February 2009 Last Updated: 21 February 2011 This Discovery marks a real step forward over the model it replaced. Huge improvements were made to quality and durability and it's packed with off-road technology designed to make it as good off-road as you'd expect of any Land Rover. Sophisticated electronics help with hill descent and can you alter the four-wheel drive for different terrains, while air suspension means that the ride height can be raised and lowered at the push of a button. Although a 4.4-litre V8 petrol was available when the car was launched in 2004, the majority of cars are the 2.7-litre diesel. A 2009 facelift brought a new engine in the shape of the twin-turbo 3.0-litre TDV6, as well as softer styling, a vastly improved interior and a larger selection of options, including a nifty camera system that gives a 360 degree view of the car. It remains one of the best 4x4s around. 4.5 out of 5 Other Land Rover reviews Summary Facts & Figures Equipment Driving & Performance Comfort Costs Safety & Reliability Buying & Selling Also Consider Company Car Info Owners' Reviews Gallery 4.5 out of 5 Summary Tweet New price range: £38,020 - £51,220 View all new prices Used price range: £8,407 - £47,630 View all used prices See 4 new models for sale from £36,020 Get a Land Rover Discovery (04 on) information pack Next steps Land Rover Discovery cars for sale Use our cars for sale search facility to find great deals on second hand cars. We have 367 models like this for sale, starting at £9,221. Find used Land Rover Discoverys for sale Quality feel, spacious and comfortable cabin, good road manners, unstoppable off-road, superb refinement, iconic image Rear seats tricky to fold, sluggish performance from 2.7 TDV6 This Discovery marks a real step forward over the model it replaced. Huge improvements were made to quality and durability and it's packed with off-road technology designed to make it as good off-road as you'd expect of any Land Rover. Sophisticated electronics help with hill descent and can you alter the four-wheel drive for different terrains, while air suspension means that the ride height can be raised and lowered at the push of a button. Although a 4.4-litre V8 petrol was available when the car was launched in 2004, the majority of cars are the 2.7-litre diesel. A 2009 facelift brought a new engine in the shape of the twin-turbo 3.0-litre TDV6, as well as softer styling, a vastly improved interior and a larger selection of options, including a nifty camera system that gives a 360 degree view of the car. It remains one of the best 4x4s around. Driving & Performance Performance 4 out of 5"The engines in this Discovery are much more sophisticated than those in previous models. It was..." Handling 4 out of 5"Despite its size, the Discovery will allow you to corner at higher speeds with plenty of confidence." Comfort Comfort 4.5 out of 5"Passengers in the Discovery get well looked after as the suspension set up is focussed towards..." Practicality 5 out of 5"Even if you don't intend to venture off-toad, the Discovery is a very practical choice. The..." Equipment 4 out of 5"All Discovery models are quite well equipped for the money. Hill Descent Control, electronic..." Behind the wheel 4 out of 5"Few cars can offer such a feeling of being in complete command of so many functions. The high..." Costs Running costs 2 out of 5"The Discovery won't be cheap to run, particularly if you're choosing a V8 - economy is under 20mpg..." Green credentials 2.5 out of 5"It's little surprise that a heavy, large 4x4 scored badly on the environmental front, not helped by..." Safety & Reliability Safety 3.5 out of 5"The Discovery was awarded a four-star adult-occupancy rating in Euro NCAP crash tests along with..." Reliability 4 out of 5"The Discovery has not had a good record for reliability in the past, with many problem cars on the..." Buying & Selling Buying new 3 out of 5"There's a long list of enticing options for buyers to choose from, including a 360 degree camera..." Buying used 3.5 out of 5"The 4.4-litre V8 petrol is the cheapest, but rarer and very expensive to run. Most cars have the..." Selling 4.5 out of 5"It will always be easy to sell on - if you have a diesel model that is. Petrol versions may find it..." Gallery View full gallery Owners' reviews Used Land Rover Discovery (04 on) 2.7 TdV6 SE 5d Auto 3 out of 5 “ 7 seats, with room for Labrador (just). Can tow up to 3500kgs. ” Tom Robinson Car Valuations Find used car prices with Parkers accurate car valuations. Find out more Land Rover Discovery cars for sale We have 367 models like this for sale. Find Land Rover Discovery cars for sale Next: Facts & Figures
Used Land Rover Discovery (04 on) 2.7 TdV6 SE 5d Auto 3 out of 5 “ 7 seats, with room for Labrador (just). Can tow up to 3500kgs. ” Tom Robinson