Land Rover Discovery

Performance

Jag-sourced engines are high-geared through and auto box and need to be worked hard through the gears. Diesel is more economical. V8 4.4-litre is powerful and refined.

Driving

Great suspension, stability, cornering and little body roll. Off-road ability is awesome.

Feel

Engines are smooth and quiet when cruising. Generally quiet in the cabin.

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Price

Buying and running costs will be expensive, though residuals will be very strong.

Quality

Should be much more reliable than previous models thanks to lots of hard work from Land Rover boffins. Interior is comfortable but easy-to-use.

Safety

Stability and traction control, ABS and hill descent control are standard, along with loads of bags and 4WD

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Space

Huge seven-seat space. Split tailgate and folding seats provide versatility.

Equipment

Specced up-to-the-hilt with all the options you'd expect from such a vehicle. Not that much at basic level though.

Alternatives

BMW X5

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Pros

Good onroad and off, huge space.

Cons

Expensive to buy and run.

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