First generation Discovery was produced in the period 1989-1998 and were both in three-door and five-door versions. Initially, there were only three-door cars, but a year later they began to produce five-door cars. There were two more seats in the luggage compartment, that is, the total capacity of the car was 7 seats.
First, two types of engines were installed - a 2.5-liter diesel (4 cylinders, in-line, 113 hp) and petrol 3.5 liters (8 cylinders, V-shaped, 166 hp). After 1994, the engine range was supplemented by two gasoline engines - 2.0 liters (4 cylinders, in-line, 134 hp) and 3.9 liters (8 cylinders, V-shaped, 182 hp).
An automatic transmission was installed only on Discovery with a 3.9-liter gasoline engine, the rest of the modifications had mechanics. On all modifications, all-wheel drive with the ability to manually block the center differential using a transfer case.
Two upgrades were carried out at the first Discovery. First in 1992, then in 1994. Changed the interior design, replaced the front optics. It is also interesting that during the period 1992-1995, Discovery was delivered to Japan under the name Honda Crossroad.
Discovery 2 replaced the first one in 1998. The appearance is not very different from its predecessor, but this is a completely different car. The engineers made about 700 changes, although most of them were minor. The interior of the car has become more comfortable and rich. The luggage compartment became larger, which increased the load on the rear, which led to a decrease in patency.
The most important change is that the electronics began to control the all-wheel drive. Many people didn't like it. Some models were equipped with a hydraulic anti-roll bar control system, which reduced roll in corners at speed.
The engines have also been updated. Now Discovery 2 has become equipped with only two engines - a 4.0-liter gasoline (8 cylinders, V-shaped, 185 hp) and diesel 2.5 liters (5 cylinders, in-line, 138 hp). Both engines were equipped with both an automatic transmission and a manual one. This generation was produced until 2004.
In 2004, the generation of this popular SUV changed and, to the delight of fans, Discovery 3. This is a completely new car, having little in common with its predecessor. They wanted to replace the second generation for a long time, but in 2001 the Range Rover generation changed and this delayed the Discovery change.
One of the biggest changes is the fully independent air suspension. It allows you to change the clearance of the car on the go. For example, on the track, it decreases for better control, on the road, on the contrary, it increases to increase the geometric cross-country ability.
Three types of engines were installed on Disco 3 - gasoline 4.0 liters (6 cylinders, V-shaped, 219 hp), gasoline 4.4 liters (8 cylinders, V-shaped, 295 hp) and diesel 2.7 liters (6 cylinders, V-shaped, 200 hp). All cars were with automatic transmission, mechanical was only with a diesel engine.
Now the electronics completely controlled the traction control system. Anti-skid system, descent assistance, traction control - all this allows you to confidently drive off-road and not be afraid of slopes or wet roads.
The most important feature of this car was the Terrain Response system developed by Land Rover. Prior to this, driving a car on difficult off-road conditions required the driver to have experience, skill and in-depth knowledge of the car. With the advent of this system, you choose options for surface types ("dirt and ruts", "grass, gravel, snow", "sand") and the computer adjusts the suspension, gearbox, lock modes, which greatly simplifies driving for beginners.
The design of the car has changed a lot. The interior has become a full-fledged seven-seater. Now 7 adults can comfortably fit in the car. There was a navigation system and a DVD player. The car received a lot of good reviews, especially after the release of the Top Gear program, when it climbed the 307-meter-high Knock-en-Friesdane, where no car has yet been.
The next generation of this SUV appeared in 2009. Discovery 4 this is most likely an improvement and update of the previous generation. The design of the car has changed, the Terrain Response system has been improved, many modern automotive "chips", invented at that time.
These are technologies such as a system of all-round cameras, adaptive headlights, a TFT touch display, various interfaces for connecting other electronic devices, a modern multimedia system and a GPS navigator, etc.
Discovery 4 is produced with four different engines. Two petrol - 4.0 liters (6 cylinders, V-shaped, 216 hp) and 5.0 liters (8 cylinders, V-shaped, 375 hp) and two diesel 2.7 liters (6 cylinders, V-shaped, 190 hp) and 3.0 liters (6 cylinders, V-shaped, 245 hp). All cars are equipped with automatic transmissions. Only a car with a 2.7 liter diesel engine can be purchased with mechanics.
Cars with similar characteristics to Discovery are Audi Q7, BMW X5, Chevrolet Tahoe, Infiniti QX56, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Lexus GX, Mercedes G-Class, Mitsubishi Pajero, Nissan Patrol, Toyota Land Cruiser Prado, Porsche Cayenne.
Characteristics of Discovery
Name | Release years | Engine | Power | Trans mission | doors |
Discovery 1 | 1989-1998 | 3.5 / V8 / Petrol | 166 hp / 287 Nm | manual transmission | 3 |
3.5 / V8 / Petrol | 155 hp / 261 Nm | ||||
2.5 / L4 / Diesel | 113 hp / 265 Nm | ||||
2.5 / L4 / Diesel | 113 hp / 265 Nm | ||||
1995-1998 | 2.0 / L4 / Petrol | 134 hp / 312 Nm | |||
2.0 / L4 / Petrol | 111 hp / 265 Nm | 5 | |||
1990-1998 | 2.5 / L4 / Diesel | 113 hp / 265 Nm | |||
3.5 / V8 / Petrol | 155 hp / 261 Nm | ||||
3.5 / V8 / Petrol | 166 hp / 287 Nm | ||||
1994-1998 | 3.5 / V8 / Petrol | 182 hp / 312 Nm | |||
3.5 / V8 / Petrol | 182 hp / 312 Nm | automatic transmission | |||
Discovery 2 | 1998-2004 | 2.5 / L4 / Diesel | 138 hp / 300 Nm | manual transmission | 5 |
2.5 / L4 / Diesel | 138 hp / 300 Nm | automatic transmission | |||
3.9 / V8 / Petrol | 185 hp / 340 Nm | ||||
4.0 / V8 / Petrol | 185 hp / 340 Nm | manual transmission | |||
Discovery 3 | 2004-2009 | 2.7 / V6 / Diesel | 200 hp / 440 Nm | manual transmission | 5 |
2.7 / V6 / Diesel | 200 hp / 440 Nm | automatic transmission | |||
4.4 / V8 / Petrol | 295 hp / 425 Nm | ||||
2005-2008 | 4.0 / V6 / Petrol | 219 hp / 360 Nm | |||
Discovery 4 | 2009-2014 | 2.7 / V6 / Diesel | 190 hp / 440 Nm | manual transmission | 5 |
2.7 / V6 / Diesel | 190 hp / 440 Nm | automatic transmission | |||
4.0 / V6 / Petrol | 216 hp / 360 Nm | ||||
3.0 / V6 / Diesel | 211 hp / 520 Nm | ||||
3.0 / V6 / Diesel | 245 hp / 600 Nm | ||||
5.0 / V8 / Petrol | 375 hp / 510 Nm |