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Land Rover also offers a novel 360-degree exterior camera system that also provides a view of what is directly under the front end of the Discovery-the area blocked from view by the hood-which is intended to improve safety when driving off-road.

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How to Repair, Maintain, and Care for Your CarĪ handful of driver-assistance features are standard here, but more advanced tech will require upgrading to an optional package.

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But flip the last row of seats up and load the Discovery with the full complement of seven would-be explorers and the maximum number of carry-ons it can carry drops to just two behind the third row. With both of its rear rows of seats folded, the Disco's spacious cabin proved to be quite accommodating with room for 29 of our carry-on suitcases. Without adequate space to haul gear there would be fewer opportunities for adventure.

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Power-adjustable, heated leather seats with optional massage function for the driver and front-seat passenger offer good support and even better cushioning second-row seats provide fore-and-aft and recline adjustments.

Luxury features abound throughout the cabin, and the level of comfort only increases as you climb through the more expensive trims. The Discovery's interior materials are upscale, and the design is appropriately posh. For more information about the Discovery's fuel economy, visit the EPA's website. On our 75-mph highway fuel economy test, our six-cylinder test vehicle managed only 22 mpg. The EPA estimates that the turbocharged four-cylinder model will deliver 19 mpg city and 22 mpg highway while the hybridized six-cylinder powertrain is rated for 18 mpg city and 24 mpg highway.

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If towing a heavy load is on the docket, the Disco is rated to tow up to 8200 pounds. Steering feel, however, is nonexistent, especially on-center, where a large dead spot creates a need for frequent steering corrections when cruising on the highway. Overall ride quality is quite good, and even harsh bumps are dealt with easily. The Disco never lets you forget that you're piloting a large SUV.

The Discovery's handling isn't as ponderous as one might expect, but it still feels clumsy and top-heavy when changing direction. The Land Rover's adventure-ready mission caters to those seeking an SUV for much more than just trolling the parking lot at the mall, but it comes at the expense of on-road dexterity. At our test track, the six-cylinder Discovery made it to 60 mph in 6.3 seconds. We haven't had a chance to test-drive the Disco with the base turbo four, but with the inline-six, the big Land Rover feels sprightly around town and delivers adequate power for highway merging and passing. Engine, Transmission, and PerformanceĪll Discovery models come with full-time all-wheel drive as standard, but buyers can choose between a 296-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder or a 355-hp turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six, the latter of which employs a 48-volt hybrid system. The top-level HSE trim receives the inline-six as standard equipment. Base S and R-Dynamic models come standard with the turbo-four engine, but the R-Dynamic can be optioned with the more powerful inline-six-cylinder engine for $5550. The mid-range R-Dynamic model offers the best value in the Discovery lineup, as it adds fog lamps, LED taillights, aluminum interior trim, and uniquely styled front and rear bumpers.

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