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Land Rover Discovery I 3.5 i V8 (5 dr) (166 Hp)
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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 287 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1925 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12.8 s). The top speed reaches 163 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. With seating for 7, it’s perfect for larger families.
3.5 i V8 (5 dr) (166 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
A modest power bump over the standard 3.5 V8, offering slightly improved, but still leisurely, acceleration and highway capability.
Fuel Economy
High fuel consumption, slightly worse than the 155hp version due to the increased power, remaining a costly option to run.
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: 1989 - 1998).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Land Rover |
| Model: | Discovery |
| Generation: | I |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.5 i V8 (5 dr) (166 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1990 |
| End of production: | 1998 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 7 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 166 Hp @ 4750 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 47 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 287 Nm @ 2600 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 3532 |
| 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: | 5.7 l |
| Coolant: | 11.3 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 88.9 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 71.12 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 8.1:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 18.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 11.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 15.7 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 12.8 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 12.8 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 163 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.6 kg/Hp, 86.2 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.7 kg/Nm, 149.1 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 12.2 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1925 |
| Max. weight: | 2720 |
| Max load: | 795 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1970 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 1290 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 88 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4520 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1795 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1960 mm mm [45mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2540 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1485 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1485 mm |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| 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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