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Land Rover Discovery V SVX 5.0 V8 (525 Hp) AWD Automatic 7 Seat
Overall Rating
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 625 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2516 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 5.6 s). The top speed reaches 161 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. With seating for 7, it’s perfect for larger families.
SVX 5.0 V8 (525 Hp) AWD Automatic 7 Seat Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Explosive performance with a thrilling V8 soundtrack, delivering supercar-like acceleration for a large SUV, even in 7-seat configuration.
Fuel Economy
Very high fuel consumption is expected for a supercharged V8, making it an expensive engine to run.
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(IV (facelift 2013): 2013 - 2017).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Land Rover |
| Model: | Discovery |
| Generation: | V |
| Modification (Engine): | SVX 5.0 V8 (525 Hp) AWD Automatic 7 Seat |
| Start of production: | 2017 |
| End of production: | 2019 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 7 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 525 Hp @ 6000-6500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 105 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 625 Nm @ 2500-5500 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 5000 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Engine aspiration: | Supercharger, Intercooler |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 18.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 12.8 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 5.6 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 5.6 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 161 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 4.8 kg/Hp, 208.7 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4 kg/Nm, 248.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 5.3 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2516 |
| Max. weight: | 3240 |
| Max. roof load: | 80 kg |
| Max load: | 724 |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 3500 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 89 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 29.0° |
| Wading depth: | 950 mm |
| Width: | 2073 mm mm [158mm more] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2220 mm |
| Front track: | 1692 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1686 mm |
| Approach angle: | 38.0° |
| Departure angle: | 35.0° |
| 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 |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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