2018 Land Rover Discovery

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Rating7.5

Ranked #16 in 

Midsize SUV
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$52,090 - $67,490
Starting Price 
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on September 26, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Potent off-road demeanor

Less frugality on the gasoline variant

Diesel engine available on all trims as optional

Lively handling capabilities

Getting accustomed to the infotainment system can be time-consuming

Frontal collision mitigation with automatic emergency braking available on all trims

Enticing cabin design

SE trim adds a 10-inch touchscreen unit

Specs & Features

$54,090

price

254 hp @ 3750 rpm

horsepower

443 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm

torque

8-Speed Shiftable Automatic

transmission

3.0L 6cyl 4WD 8A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

In 2017, Land Rover reintroduced the Discovery SUV after a hiatus of 13 years. Riding on its popularity, the 2018 iteration also makes several advancements in terms of its features. It is easy to drive, opulent and capacious in its built, and finds itself ranking highly in its class. It reeks of versatility and promises to be a comprehensive option by combining subtle on-road demeanor with potent off-roading capabilities and comes with an optional diesel engine for added versatility.

The 2018 Land Rover Discovery price starts at around $54,000. While it charges a premium over its competitors, the British SUV gains an advantage with its high levels of comfort and leisure. While its reliability ratings remain lower than some rivals, Discovery’s ownership experience seems hassle-free. In its segment, the 2018 Discovery competes with the likes of the Audi Q7, the Volvo XC90, and the Infiniti QX60.

Buying Advice

Absolutely! The Land Rover Discovery has been a consistently pleasing option. It is off-road capable and luxurious, but with the latest redesign, Land Rover adds sophistication and practicality to an adventurous proposition. Its trim structure is extensive and with a cogent set of engine options, the SUV promises to cater to the needs of a variegated set of buyers. So, if you do not mind spending an additional few thousand dollars, your LR Discovery could be a distinctive vehicle in a pool of German options. 

Comparative Analysis against Competition

 

 

Fuel Economy
7.7/10

 

 

Trims

    SE
    $52,090 onwards
    • 19-inch silver aluminum Wheels
    • AM/FM/Satellite-Prep
    • Driver Lumbar support
    • Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
    • Parking assist
    • Rain Sensing Windshield wipers
    HSE
    $58,490 onwards
    • 20-inch silver aluminum Wheels
    HSE Luxury
    $65,490 onwards
    • 50-50 split-bench 3rd row seats
    • Front & rear fog/driving lights
    • Windsor leather Seat trim

Compare to similar cars

Price

$52,090- $67,490

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.48

Horsepower

340 hp @ 6500 rpm

Torque

443 lb.-ft. @ 1750 rpm

Capacity

7

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$44,200- $58,650

Gasoline

7.67

290 hp @ 6200 rpm

267 lb.-ft. @ 4700 rpm

7

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$41,995- $79,795

Gasoline

7.55

280 hp @ 5200 rpm

306 lb.-ft. @ 2000 rpm

5

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$49,900- $65,400

Gasoline

8.23

252 hp @ 5000 rpm

273 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm

7

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$54,300- $58,500

Gasoline

8.41

354 hp @ 6000 rpm

346 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

5

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$42,650- $54,500

Gasoline

7.69

248 hp @ 5200 rpm

258 lb.-ft. @ 1450 rpm

5

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$47,600- $59,250

Gasoline

7.02

240 hp @ 5000 rpm

260 lb.-ft. @ 1450 rpm

5

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$57,200- $74,050

Gasoline

7.79

300 hp @ 5800 rpm

300 lb.-ft. @ 1200 rpm

5

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$62,950- $77,700

Gasoline

7.23

300 hp @ 5800 rpm

300 lb.-ft. @ 1200 rpm

5

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$39,995- $62,995

Gasoline

6.93

310 hp @ 6600 rpm

271 lb.-ft. @ 5000 rpm

5

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2018 Land Rover Discovery vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    6.7 sec14.6 sec134 mph
    2018 BMW X3

    Ranked #1

    4.7 sec13.2 sec155 mph
    2018 Audi SQ5

    Ranked #2

    5.1 sec13.8 sec155 mph
    5.7 sec14.1 sec142 mph
    5.9 sec14.5 sec126 mph
    2018 BMW X4

    Ranked #5

    6 sec15.2 sec130 mph

    2018 Land Rover Discovery vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      16 mpg21 mpg18 mpg23.5 gal.376/493.5 mi.
      31 mpg28 mpg30 mpg17.2 gal.533.2/481.6 mi.
      2018 BMW X3

      Ranked #2

      22 mpg29 mpg25 mpg17.2 gal.378.40/498.80 mi.
      22 mpg29 mpg25 mpg18.8 gal.413.6/545.2 mi.
      22 mpg29 mpg25 mpg18.5 gal.396/522 mi.
      22 mpg28 mpg24 mpg16.9 gal.371.8/473.2 mi.

      2018 Land Rover Discovery vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        195.7 in.78.7 in.73 in.8.7 in.115 in.
        210.2 in.79.9 in.75.8 in.9.2 in.121.1 in.
        200.1 in.77.2 in.68.6 in.6.5 in.114.2 in.
        2018 Audi Q7

        Ranked #3

        199.6 in.77.5 in.68.5 in.8 in.117.9 in.
        196.9 in.74.6 in.67.7 in.7.9 in.109.8 in.
        196.9 in.74.6 in.67.3 in.8.1 in.109.8 in.

        2018 Land Rover Discovery vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          43.5 cu.ft.102 cu.ft.88.3 cu.ft.
          2018 BMW X6

          Ranked #1

          26.6 cu.ft.164.4 cu.ft.59.7 cu.ft.
          16.6 cu.ft.-95.1 cu.ft.
          38.2 cu.ft.-80.3 cu.ft.
          41.8 cu.ft.103.8 cu.ft.85.7 cu.ft.
          7.5 cu.ft.117 cu.ft.58.5 cu.ft.

          2018 Land Rover Discovery vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            53.4 cu.ft.43.5 cu.ft.88.3 cu.ft.-
            76.5 cu.ft.15.8 cu.ft.76.5 cu.ft.-
            2018 Audi SQ5

            Ranked #3

            -26.8 cu.ft.53.1 cu.ft.98 ft.
            93.2 cu.ft.38.2 cu.ft.80.3 cu.ft.-
            45.4 cu.ft.33.5 cu.ft.45.4 cu.ft.-
            2018 BMW X6

            Ranked #6

            150 cu.ft.26.6 cu.ft.59.7 cu.ft.-

            2018 Land Rover Discovery vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              8201 lbs.1841 lbs.4751 lbs.
              10330 lbs.1070 lbs.4905 lbs.
              8500 lbs.1656 lbs.5676 lbs.
              7716 lbs.1707 lbs.4488 lbs.
              6600 lbs.1631 lbs.4650 lbs.
              2018 BMW X6

              Ranked #6

              6000 lbs.1110 lbs.4585 lbs.

              2018 Land Rover Discovery SUV Problems, Issues, Complaints, Recalls, and which year to avoid?

              4

              Recalls

              0

              Investigations

              32

              Complaints
              Overall Safety Rating
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              MPG Combined : 18 mpg

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