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Land Rover Discovery II 4.0i V8 (185 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)
II Overview:
Land Rover Discovery (II). With 340 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 11.7 s). The top speed reaches 190 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. With seating for 7, it’s perfect for larger families.
4.0i V8 (185 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers strong, smooth V8 power suitable for highway cruising and towing, though acceleration is moderate for its displacement.
Fuel Economy
Very poor fuel economy, especially in urban settings, making it expensive to run.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent off-road capability
- • Spacious and versatile interior (7-seater option)
- • Comfortable ride quality
- • Distinctive styling
- • Strong towing capacity (V8)
Cons:
- • Poor fuel economy (V8)
- • Known for reliability issues (e.g., 'Three Amigos', air suspension, oil leaks)
- • Dated interior technology
- • Heavy steering and body roll on-road
- • High maintenance costs
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I: 1995 - 1998).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Land Rover |
| Model: | Discovery |
| Generation: | II |
| Modification (Engine): | 4.0i V8 (185 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1998 |
| End of production: | 2004 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 7 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 185 Hp @ 4750 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 46.9 Hp/l [186mm more] |
| Torque: | 340 Nm @ 2600 rpm. |
| 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 layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 94 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 71.1 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.35:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 23.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 12.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 16.6 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.7 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.7 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 190 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.9 kg/Hp, 91.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.9 kg/Nm, 168.3 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.1 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2020 |
| Max. weight: | 2750 |
| Max load: | 730 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1970 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 1290 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 95 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4710 mm mm [186mm more] |
| Width: | 1860 mm mm [50mm more] |
| Height: | 1890 mm mm [70mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2540 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1540 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1560 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) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 235/70 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 16 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Hydraulic elements |
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