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2020 Land Rover Discovery

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2020 2021 2022 2023
MSRP Starts From
$52,300

What's New

  • Upgrades in mirrors and blind spot technology
  • Apple CarPlay and Android Auto now standard
  • New Landmark Edition

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • Great ride on- and off-road
  • Thoughtful features and tech
  • Top quality materials for extra comfy flowing interior
Cons
  • Touch Pro Duo system isn’t the simplest to use
  • Virtually no performance upgrade from gas to diesel
  • Design isn’t as “Land Rover-y” for purists

Land Rover Discovery Overview

The 2020 Land Rover comes in four trim levels: SE, Landmark Edition, HSE and HSE Luxury. There are two available powertrains: a supercharged 3.0-liter gasoline V6 that delivers 340 horsepower and 332 pound-feet of torque, and a turbocharged 3.0-liter diesel V6 with 254 horsepower and 443 pound-feet of torque. All but the Landmark Edition can be equipped with the diesel. Both engines are use an eight-speed automatic transmission and are configured with a four-wheel drivetrain. The Discovery offers seating for five passengers, but a third row is an option for those who need extra people-hauling power. Cargo space behind the second row is 41.2 cubic-feet, which is mid-pack among three-row rivals, but near the top of the two-row segment. The Discovery also comes off-road ready with an impressive 8.7-inch ground clearance.

Trim Specifications

All trims are equipped with forward collision alert with automatic emergency braking, automatic high-beams, lane keep assist, blind spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert and front and rear parking cameras. The base SE model has 19-inch wheels, a 10-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility, leather upholstery, a panoramic sunroof, dual-zone climate control, keyless entry, remote start and 10-speaker premium audio. The Landmark Edition gets bigger 20-inch wheels, a black exterior detailing, four-zone climate control, navigation, a Wi-Fi hotspot and upgraded audio. It also comes with the 7 Seat pack, which adds the third row, a twin-speed transfer case and electronic air suspension, and the Cold Climate pack with heated wipers and seats. High-speed automatic braking and adaptive cruise control are available as part of the Drive pack on the SE and Landmark Edition. The HSE gets the Drive pack as well as 20-inch wheels, three-zone climate control, a front sunroof, a hands-free tailgate and a digital instrument cluster. The top HSE Luxury trim gets the 7 Seat and Cold Climate packs as well as upgraded leather, ambient lighting and a 14-speaker audio system.

Warranty

Basic:
4 Years/50,000 Miles
Drivetrain:
4 Years/50,000 Miles
Corrosion:
6 Years/Unlimited Miles
Roadside Assistance:
4 Years/50,000 Miles

Specs & Safety

Land Rover Discovery Specification

Price
$52,300*
Vehicle Type SUV
Engine Type Intercooled Supercharger Premium Unleaded V-6
Seats 5 Person
Horsepower 340p
Torque (lb-ft) 332
Efficiency (MPG) 16 City / 21 Hwy
Transmission Automatic w/OD
*Includes Destination Charges

Land Rover Discovery Safety

Land Rover Discovery Generations

First Generation

1989to 1998
The first Discos to hit the market were similar to the upmarket Range Rovers, but with smaller engines. The interior design was highly innovative right out of the gate and has informed each subsequent generation.

Second Generation

1998 to 200
The Discovery II brought a lengthened body, changes to the diesel engines, some early cornering assistance, and overall more stylish and less utilitarian design.

Third Generation

2004 to 2009
The Discovery 3 (or LR3 in the U.S.) was the first to be built using Land Rover’s Integrated Body Frame technique and use air suspension and terrain response systems, in addition to all-new gearboxes. The interior design was also well received.

Fourth Generation

2009 to 2016
Most of the changes in the Discovery 4 (or LR4 in U.S.) were mechanical, with improvements to engines, gearboxes, brakes and suspension prioritized with the goal of better overall reliability. A 5-liter V8 was introduced, the most powerful Discovery engine to date. There were also upgrades in luxury features and technology though.

Fifth Generation

2017 to Present
Here we are. The fifth and current Disco eschewed some of the traditional Land Rover design elements in favor of a more modern, rounded aesthetic. This is also the first Discovery to be built on a unibody chassis with Land Rover’s aluminum architecture for less overall weight and better fuel economy. Terrain Response 2 made its debut on this iteration.

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