Pros

• Techniques for driving that are both cool and polite
• More off-road abilities.
• Good materials were used to make the inside look nice.
• Great ability to tow.

Cons

• Some controls might be hard to focus on while moving.
• Some people don’t like how the seats are set up, like on a bus.
• In the second and third rows, there is little room for back legs.
• Hard to turn in tight corners.

What is the Discovery’s main goal? You can expect a good but not inspiring show. Our test track made it possible for the six-cylinder Discovery to go from 0 to 60 kilometers per hour in 6.7 seconds. This moves more slowly than cars like the Audi Q7. The Discovery doesn’t speed up fast when pushed, but it has enough smooth midrange power to pass other cars on the freeway without any problems.

The Discovery looks bigger than it is for a number of reasons, starting with the fact that it is heavy to move around. Because it has a high center of gravity, the Disco leans a lot when going around tight corners.

The Discovery, on the other hand, is well-suited for off-roading. It has a ground clearance of 11.1 inches, which is high for a three-row SUV, and a two-speed transfer case that you can choose to use.

How comfortable is the Discovery? It’s comfortable all around. The two front seats are well-shaped and supportive, even after long trips. There isn’t much support for the thighs, though. The temperature control system does a good job of keeping you at the right temperature, and it’s very quiet inside. One problem we saw was that the Discovery’s basic air suspension made the ride bouncy at times.

What is the state of the interior? To begin with, the new infotainment system is far more user-friendly than the previous Discovery interface. The climate system is very neat because it has a single knob for controlling the fan speed, temperature, and heating/ventilation of the seats. Visibility from the front and side is likewise fairly decent.

However, there are numerous buts. In an effort to improve controls and ergonomics for the upcoming Discovery, Land Rover needs to consider hiring some personnel from Toyota and Honda. This is our list: The following issues plague the Discovery: 1) The haptic touch climate panel demands too much attention from you while driving; 2) The armrest snaps shut with the force of a guillotine; 3) The upper glovebox is incredibly difficult to operate; 4) There is no quick release for moving the second row forward, making third-row passengers nearly entirely dependent on someone else to assist them out; 5) The driver’s seat sits way too high, giving the Discovery an almost bus-like driving position; 6) There is not enough legroom in the second and third rows for a vehicle in this class; and 7) The large rear headrests greatly hinder your view out the back of the car.

What is there to do with technology? The Meridian sound system, which is optional, is well worth the money because it reproduces music with such accuracy and punch that it can make noises or vibrations that aren’t needed on less powerful systems. The navigation is easy to use, though the program that predicts what you’ll type sometimes makes strange choices. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are normal ways to connect and talk to your phone, and there are many USB ports all over the cabin. One of the many basic safety features that come with the Discovery is a 360-degree camera. Another is lane-keeping assistance.

How is the storage situation right now? The split load door on the Discovery is a great feature. In case you park on a road that slopes, the short bottom part will keep your groceries from rolling out. There needs to be more space for goods behind the third row, which is a shame. The Discovery has a little more room than its rivals when the third-row seats are folded down. The second row can also be lowered in the same way. There’s a lot of space for small things in the front underarm basket and the large side pockets. Behind the weather display, there’s even a small space.

The Discovery can pull more than most other midsize luxury SUVs with three rows of seats if you want to tow. When installed properly, it can pull up to 8,200 pounds.

How well does the fuel work? With the six-cylinder turbocharged engine, the Discovery should get 22 mpg on the highway and 19 mpg in the city. In real life, the Discovery gets 21.7 mpg, which is about the same as the Audi Q7 (21 mpg) and the BMW X5 (21.5 mpg).

Is it a good idea to buy the Discovery? The Discovery has a good price for a high-end compact SUV. The Land Rover has great materials inside, and during our test, we didn’t hear any rattles or squeaks. For four years and 50,000 miles, Land Rover’s guarantee covers the body from bumper to bumper and the engine. Help on the side of the road works the same way. A lot of your rivals are nicer than you. Land Rover doesn’t offer free servicing either.

Sometimes, the Discovery is less fun to drive because it’s too slow, but this big car is still fun to drive straight ahead. The six-cylinder engine is very powerful, but it speeds up this lug slower than others on the market. The Discovery is beautiful inside and out, and Land Rover has done a great job making this old SUV come to life when you drive it.

We suggest the P300S base trim if you plan to haul only a lot of stuff or go off-roading often. It comes with everything you need except the 21-inch wheels. However, it doesn’t have the more powerful turbocharged six-cylinder engine that other versions do. The P300 Dynamic SE is the next level up in trim. You will also lose some choice packages when you choose the base trim, but we think the trade-off is worth it.

Models of Land Rover Discovery

There are four different trim options for the 2024 Land Rover Discovery: the P300S, the P300 Dynamic SE, the P360 Dynamic SE, and the Metropolitan Edition.