In-depth Reviews

Land Rover Discovery SUV (2009-2017): owner reviews

“The Land Rover Discovery replacement is imminent, but the outgoing model continues to appeal thanks to its iconic styling, seven-seat practicality and off-road prowess”

by Carbuyer team
10 Feb 2017
Carbuyer Rating

4.0 out of 5

Owners Rating

4.6 out of 5

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86%of people would recommend this car to a friend.

Owner Rating

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Common Problems

  • Electrics (3 cases)
  • Other (12 cases)
  • Suspension (1 cases)
  • Electrics, Gearbox / clutch, Other (1 cases)
  • Brakes, Electrics, Suspension (1 cases)
  • Electrics, Engine, Suspension (1 cases)
  • Engine (3 cases)
  • Electrics, Engine, Gearbox / clutch (1 cases)
  • Gearbox / clutch (2 cases)
  • Electrics, Engine (2 cases)
  • Brakes, Engine, Suspension (1 cases)
  • Brakes (1 cases)
  • Brakes, Electrics (1 cases)

Owner Review

4 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

2-3 litre, Diesel, Automatic

Year of registration

2009

Average annual mileage

10,000 – 14,999

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

New

Typical MPG

28

Owner Review

5 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

2-3 litre, Diesel, Automatic

Year of registration

2012

Average annual mileage

10,000 – 14,999

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

Used

Typical MPG

28
Review
No issues at all
Running Cost

4 out of 5

Mainly short journeys, regular fording, 95% of journeys are less than 25 miles

Owner Review

4 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

2-3 litre, Diesel, Automatic

Year of registration

2011

Average annual mileage

10,000 – 14,999

Owned

1 - 2 years

Bought Car

Used

Typical MPG

28

Owner Review

4 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

2-3 litre, Diesel

Year of registration

2009

Average annual mileage

5,000 – 9,999

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

New

Typical MPG

25
Review
no issues to date
Running Cost

3 out of 5

compared to competitors its more thirsty.

Owner Review

5 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

2-3 litre, Diesel, Automatic

Year of registration

2012

Average annual mileage

15,000 – 19,999

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

Used

Typical MPG

28
Review
It has given no bother yet. No major problems.
Running Cost

3 out of 5

For the make and model of vehicle that it is, the price is adequate and expected but rather expensive.

Owner Review

4 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

2-3 litre, Diesel

Year of registration

2009

Average annual mileage

5,000 – 9,999

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

New

Typical MPG

27
Review
No problems so far!
Running Cost

3 out of 5

Reasonable for the type of vehicle.

Owner Review

5 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

S, 2.0-litre to 3.0-litre, Diesel, Automatic

Average annual mileage

5,000 – 9,999

Owned

1 - 2 years

Bought Car

New
Review
A great family car & relieable, best car i've bought in years......

Owner Review

5 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

tdi, 2.0-litre to 3.0-litre, Diesel, Manual

Average annual mileage

10,000 – 14,999

Owned

3 - 5 years

Bought Car

New
Review
The old truck is just the best and has took me to alot of places around the world.

Owner Review

4 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

xi, 2.0-litre to 3.0-litre, Diesel, Manual

Average annual mileage

10,000 – 14,999

Owned

1 - 2 years

Bought Car

New
Review
A too to do a job at at a price i struggle to afford

Owner Review

3 out of 5

Version

??? Top, 2.0-litre to 3.0-litre, Diesel, Manual

Average annual mileage

0 – 4,999

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

New
Review
Does what it says on the tin

Owner Review

5 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

TDI, 2.0-litre to 3.0-litre, Diesel, Manual

Average annual mileage

10,000 – 14,999

Owned

More than 5 years

Bought Car

New
Review
We love it

Owner Review

4 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

se, 2.0-litre to 3.0-litre, Diesel, Manual

Average annual mileage

5,000 – 9,999

Owned

1 - 2 years

Bought Car

New
Review
Exellent towing car easy to maintain Drives well

Owner Review

4 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

ES, Above 3.0-litre, Petrol, Automatic

Average annual mileage

10,000 – 14,999

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

New
Review
Good all rounder .

Owner Review

3 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

base model, 2.0-litre to 3.0-litre, Diesel, Automatic

Average annual mileage

5,000 – 9,999

Owned

1 - 2 years

Bought Car

New
Review
Excellent workhorse and family vehicle but can be expensive on fuel. Has more than redeemed itself with the winter weather though.

Owner Review

5 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

tdi, 2.0-litre to 3.0-litre, Diesel, Manual

Average annual mileage

0 – 4,999

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

New
Review
It is a landrover therefore it just is

Owner Review

5 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

s, 2.0-litre to 3.0-litre, Diesel, Automatic

Average annual mileage

0 – 4,999

Owned

1 - 2 years

Bought Car

New

Owner Review

5 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

Discovery 4 SDV6 HSE Luxury

Year of registration

2015

Average annual mileage

More than 20,000

Owned

1 - 2 years

Bought Car

New

Typical MPG

28
Review
Extremely practical, versatile, comfortable and luxurious old school Land Rover that looks like nothing else on the road. Mine was purchased as an ex “Land Rover Management” car, at a year old, with 12,000 miles on the clock, late in 2016, to replace a very similar 35,000 / 2015 registered car. It developed a fault with the high pressure fuel pump, which took Land Rover a month to diagnose and eventually fix. By way of making amends for my, relatively minor, inconvenience Land Rover offered me a substantial contribution towards trading it for any new LR of my choice! With the Discovery 4 no longer in production and no adequate direct replacement being built, I moved to a full sized Range Rover - enabling me to keep the split tailgate, commanding driving position, big and deep windowed glasshouse and the ability to see all four corners from the driving seat appeal of the Disco 4.
Reliability

3 out of 5

Mostly very good, spoiled only by a faulty high pressure fuel pump that took a month to diagnose and fix.
Performance

5 out of 5

Excellent
Running Cost
28mpg, which is fair for a car of this kind, 25,000 miles for tyres and brake wear reasonable. Service prices are reasonable.

Owner Review

5 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

SDV6 HSE

Year of registration

2015

Average annual mileage

More than 20,000

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

Used

Typical MPG

28
Review
Only 8 and a bit months (and 21,500 miles) in and this car is proving a big hit! The interior space, the large glass area (with a superb view) combined with the ability to see all four corners and place the car accurately are all superb. Alongside this, the car is very quiet and comfortable, has a boot like a Transit van (complete with fabulous split tailgate and asymmetric rear window - the dog loves that!), has brilliant air suspension and is as unstoppable off road as anyone could reasonably wish for. The 8-speed gearbox is a delight and matches the glorious 3.0 V6 diesel brilliantly. Some call it dated, but I like the way it looks like a modern take on the Defender shape and that it couldn't be confused with anything else on the road. While it's a delight to drive and the V6 pulls incredibly strongly, this is not a car for those that want the image of a 4x4, but are looking for the driving experience of a rather more dull and anemic executive saloon or hatchback. This one feels like your driving the real thing and long may that continue! The build quality is superb and it even makes my old Volvo V70's seem a bit flimsy! Downsides? There's no getting away from the fuel consumption of 27-28mpg and if you are the kind that intend to cruse at Autobahn speeds then this car is out of its comfort zone. It's also a physically large car which can be an issue on narrow lanes and in a lot of car parking spaces. Would I buy another? In a heart beat! In fact, with it about to end production, the only problem it presents me with is what I would ever replace it with!
Reliability

5 out of 5

Near perfect record - the only issues so far have been a trivial issue with the drivers floor mat and an equally trivial failure of a single mounting point for an external piece of trim. No rattles, no recurring problems and it's never let me down.
Performance
Stunning performance for a car of this weight and size. However, the size, weight and (complete lack of) aerodynamics show on the autobahn - cruising above 85-90 is not a realistic option!
Running Cost
It uses diesel. Quite a lot of diesel! Average is around 27-28mpg, with 30-31 only achievable on long runs in much flatter countryside that my local area. Servicing for the first 50,000 miles has been taken care of by a single payment of £699 and a set of tyres lasts for nearly 25,000 miles. Insurance costs are perfectly acceptable and the VED is around £280 per annum. Overall, none too shabby for car of this size and power.

Owner Review

5 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

3.0 SDV6 HSE

Year of registration

2012

Average annual mileage

10,000 – 14,999

Owned

1 - 2 years

Bought Car

Used

Typical MPG

33
Review
My first time with the Land Rover brand, moving from Audi after some 18yrs and I cannot say how much I love this vehicle. There is no other vehicle that will do what the Discovery will do in one package, a fantastic smooth ride quality with a great driving position and commanding view of the road ahead, it really is like sitting in an armchair on the move. It has an interior to rival many luxury vehicles with great levels of standard equipment and materials that are also first class. I have owned my Discovery from new and have not experienced any of the electrical problems that many people speak of, it has been faithful for almost 2yrs now. Fuel economy is typically between 30mpg around town & 34 mpg when I am traveling on a long run which I think is really good for a vehicle of this size. I have got 26,000 miles from my current tyres which still have 3mm left on the front and 5mm on the rear, that is not to be complained about. I love the overall comfort, driving position of my Discovery and now know that I will be with Land Rover for many more years.

Owner Review

4 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

2-3 litre, Diesel

Year of registration

2009

Average annual mileage

5,000 – 9,999

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

New

Typical MPG

28

Owner Review

4 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

2-3 litre, Diesel, Automatic

Year of registration

2011

Average annual mileage

15,000 – 19,999

Owned

1 - 2 years

Bought Car

Used

Typical MPG

32
Review
A couple of niggles, but dealt with eficienty undr warranty
Running Cost

3 out of 5

On a run it can get up to 38 or even 40mpg, but on average its been 31mg since I bought it. Car tax is top band

Owner Review

5 out of 5

Version

2-3 litre, Diesel, Manual

Year of registration

2012

Average annual mileage

5,000 – 9,999

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

Used

Typical MPG

28
Review
No issues since purchase
Running Cost

3 out of 5

Fuel is main cost, and annual road tax

Owner Review

4 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

2-3 litre, Diesel, Automatic

Year of registration

2011

Average annual mileage

15,000 – 19,999

Owned

1 - 2 years

Bought Car

Used

Typical MPG

24
Review
Experienced no faults during ownership
Running Cost

3 out of 5

Expensive to run in general - servicing expensive etc

Owner Review

4 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

2-3 litre, Diesel, Automatic

Year of registration

2011

Average annual mileage

5,000 – 9,999

Owned

1 - 2 years

Bought Car

Used

Typical MPG

33
Review
Nerve had a problem
Running Cost

2 out of 5

Not great but no wprse than others in the same category

Owner Review

4 out of 5

Version

2-3 litre, Diesel, Automatic

Year of registration

2009

Average annual mileage

5,000 – 9,999

Owned

1 - 2 years

Bought Car

Used

Typical MPG

32
Review
Apart from camera replacement (under warranty) when we first received the car, nothing has gone wrong
Running Cost

3 out of 5

Expensive service costs

Owner Review

4 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

2-3 litre, Diesel, Automatic

Year of registration

2012

Average annual mileage

5,000 – 9,999

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

New

Typical MPG

30

Owner Review

4 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

2-3 litre, Diesel, Automatic

Year of registration

2009

Average annual mileage

15,000 – 19,999

Owned

1 - 2 years

Bought Car

Used

Typical MPG

27.9
Review
I have had no problems in the three years i have owned the car.

Owner Review

4 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

2-3 litre, Diesel

Year of registration

2009

Average annual mileage

5,000 – 9,999

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

New

Typical MPG

22
Review
a few odds and ends gone wrong but overall it goes anywhere
Running Cost

2 out of 5

Tax is extortionate. I don't do many miles and yet pay a fortune for road repairs!! Diesel is also expensive

Owner Review

4 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

Basic, 2.0-litre to 3.0-litre, Diesel, Manual

Average annual mileage

0 – 4,999

Owned

1 - 2 years

Bought Car

New
Review
Best car i've owned - it's a weekend toy so even reliability is not that important

Owner Review

4 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

HSE, 2.0-litre to 3.0-litre, Diesel, Automatic

Year of registration

2009

Average annual mileage

More than 20,000

Owned

1 - 2 years

Bought Car

Used
Review
Great car. Land rover really improved with discovery 4. Plenty of good old dealership arrogance still around tho. If i were them i would sort that fast

Owner Review

5 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

SE, 2.0-litre to 3.0-litre, Diesel, Automatic

Year of registration

2009

Average annual mileage

15,000 – 19,999

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

New

Owner Review

4 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

standard, 2.0-litre to 3.0-litre, Diesel, Manual

Average annual mileage

5,000 – 9,999

Owned

More than 5 years

Bought Car

Used
Review
Versatile, good towcar, easily accessible for my disabled wife, roomy

Owner Review

5 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

sx, 2.0-litre to 3.0-litre, Diesel, Automatic

Year of registration

2009

Average annual mileage

10,000 – 14,999

Owned

1 - 2 years

Bought Car

Used

Owner Review

5 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

HSE, 2.0-litre to 3.0-litre, Diesel, Automatic

Year of registration

2010

Average annual mileage

15,000 – 19,999

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

Used
Review
Having had land rovers before and moved to mercedes for 8yrs i was a little concerned about going back to land rover but the need for a more practical car with 7 seats that had a towing pedegree made the discovery a logical choice--so far, very impressed and meets all my needs and more. Dealer has been excellent so would recommend one to anybody,

Owner Review

5 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

XS, 2.0-litre to 3.0-litre, Diesel, Automatic

Year of registration

2010

Average annual mileage

10,000 – 14,999

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

Used

Owner Review

5 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

2-3 litre, Diesel, Automatic

Year of registration

2010

Average annual mileage

More than 20,000

Owned

1 - 2 years

Bought Car

New

Typical MPG

28

Owner Review

4 out of 5

Version

2-3 litre, Diesel, Automatic

Year of registration

2009

Average annual mileage

15,000 – 19,999

Owned

1 - 2 years

Bought Car

New

Typical MPG

23

Owner Review

4 out of 5

Version

2-3 litre, Diesel, Automatic

Year of registration

2009

Average annual mileage

5,000 – 9,999

Owned

1 - 2 years

Bought Car

New

Typical MPG

28.2
Running Cost

2 out of 5

Mpg as expected. Maintenance eg new discs and servicing expensive. Suspension bushes wearing after 3 years and will cost Ł700!

Owner Review

4 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

2-3 litre, Diesel, Automatic

Year of registration

2011

Average annual mileage

More than 20,000

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

Used

Typical MPG

24
Review
No issues so far.
Running Cost

2 out of 5

Expensive, but no more than expected.

Owner Review

5 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

2-3 litre, Diesel, Automatic

Year of registration

2010

Average annual mileage

10,000 – 14,999

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

New

Typical MPG

29
Review
No problems so far, and given the harsh winters where I live this is impressive.
Running Cost

4 out of 5

Doesn't achieve the claimed the MPG even when driven sensibly

Owner Review

2 out of 5

Version

2-3 litre, Diesel, Automatic

Year of registration

2012

Average annual mileage

10,000 – 14,999

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

New

Typical MPG

24.9
Review
would not start in the snow
Running Cost

2 out of 5

very thirsty

Owner Review

4 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

2-3 litre, Diesel, Automatic

Year of registration

2009

Average annual mileage

5,000 – 9,999

Owned

1 - 2 years

Bought Car

New

Typical MPG

23
Review
Have had no problems
Running Cost

2 out of 5

Heavy fuel consumption

Owner Review

4 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

2-3 litre, Diesel, Automatic

Year of registration

2009

Average annual mileage

10,000 – 14,999

Owned

1 - 2 years

Bought Car

Used

Typical MPG

31
Review
Not any problems with reliability in any condition

Owner Review

5 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

2-3 litre, Diesel, Automatic

Year of registration

2010

Average annual mileage

15,000 – 19,999

Owned

1 - 2 years

Bought Car

New

Typical MPG

27
Review
EXTREMELY RELIABLE

Owner Review

5 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

2-3 litre, Diesel

Year of registration

2009

Average annual mileage

5,000 – 9,999

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

New

Typical MPG

25
Review
No problems so far (finger crossed!).
Running Cost

3 out of 5

The average MPG figure given includes a lot or towing (1500kg caravan). Quite easy to achieve over 30 mpg, which for a 2.5-3.0 tonne vehicle is pretty good. All other costs so far have been reasonable.

Owner Review

5 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

2-3 litre, Diesel, Automatic

Year of registration

2011

Average annual mileage

10,000 – 14,999

Owned

1 - 2 years

Bought Car

Used

Typical MPG

35
Review
Flawless
Running Cost

5 out of 5

Very pleased

Owner Review

5 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

HSE, 2.0-litre to 3.0-litre, Diesel, Automatic

Year of registration

2009

Average annual mileage

10,000 – 14,999

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

New
Review
The best all round car i have owned - and i've had many. The discovery can go anywhere (with the right tyres - general grabber ats - almost literally - mud, rivers, deep snow or ice), lug or tow anything and is amazingly comfortable and luxurious (in the d4 guise at least)! It has low fuel consumption - something one accepts when one buys a car weighing 2.7 tonnes - it's never going to be economical. This is totally outweighed by the amazing all round ability. It has been to the dealer once for a warranty claim - when the third party manufactured fuel burning heater stopped working. Apart from that it's very reliable.

Owner Review

5 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

Standard, 2.0-litre to 3.0-litre, Diesel, Manual

Average annual mileage

5,000 – 9,999

Owned

More than 5 years

Bought Car

New

Owner Review

5 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

hse, Above 3.0-litre, Diesel, Automatic

Year of registration

2009

Average annual mileage

5,000 – 9,999

Owned

1 - 2 years

Bought Car

Used
Review
Great 4x4 for comfort and style the only problem its quite thirsty for fuel

Owner Review

5 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

HSE, Above 3.0-litre, Diesel, Automatic

Year of registration

2010

Average annual mileage

10,000 – 14,999

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

Used
Review
Traded in my range rover sport for a discovery 4,its just amazing, the best car i own, this is the car i use every day (i have 4 other cars, a defender 110. An audi a8, a bentley arnage and a 911 turbo) it has delivered on every level and i would only ever consider replacing it with another discovery, put simply, its the best car in the world, bar none!

Owner Review

4 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

, 2.0-litre to 3.0-litre, Diesel, Automatic

Year of registration

2010

Average annual mileage

5,000 – 9,999

Owned

1 - 2 years

Bought Car

New
Review
I like it very much for what we use it for and i would like a newer model if possiable

Owner Review

5 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

, 2.0-litre to 3.0-litre, Diesel, Manual

Average annual mileage

10,000 – 14,999

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

New

Owner Review

4 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

se, 2.0-litre to 3.0-litre, Diesel, Manual

Average annual mileage

5,000 – 9,999

Owned

1 - 2 years

Bought Car

New
Review
Exellent towing car easy to maintain Drives well

Owner Review

5 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

200TDI, 2.0-litre to 3.0-litre, Diesel, Manual

Average annual mileage

5,000 – 9,999

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

New
Review
Always wanted a 4x4 so i could have some fun aswell as having a good alround family car and the land rover discovery 1 has all that, great car and wont be my last :)

Owner Review

5 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

XS, 2.0-litre to 3.0-litre, Diesel, Automatic

Year of registration

2009

Average annual mileage

10,000 – 14,999

Owned

1 - 2 years

Bought Car

Used
Review
Best all round 4x4 i have driven - excellent vehical through two very bad winters - my next car will be a discovery or similar land rover

Owner Review

4 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

tdi, 2.0-litre to 3.0-litre, Diesel, Automatic

Average annual mileage

0 – 4,999

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

New
Review
Over haull its great car to drive bit expensive on fuel but other wise good

Owner Review

5 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

?, 2.0-litre to 3.0-litre, Diesel,

Average annual mileage

0 – 4,999

Owned

More than 5 years

Bought Car

Used
Review
Excellent

Owner Review

5 out of 5

Version

mpi, 2.0-litre to 3.0-litre, Petrol, Manual

Average annual mileage

10,000 – 14,999

Owned

More than 5 years

Bought Car

New
Review
Generally reliable,self maintained,comfortable,affordable.gets us out of trouble when climate conditions are at their worst.

Owner Review

5 out of 5

Version

HSE, 2.0-litre to 3.0-litre, Diesel, Automatic

Year of registration

2010

Average annual mileage

10,000 – 14,999

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

New

Owner Review

5 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

xs, 2.0-litre to 3.0-litre, Diesel, Automatic

Year of registration

2010

Average annual mileage

10,000 – 14,999

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

Used
Review
Having been previously very satisfied with the two mk3 discovery’s that i owned i felt it difficult to believe that they could be improved upon. I was wrong however as the mk4 i now run, with improved performance, handling, quietness and upgraded cabin, is considerably better and i very pleased with it.

Owner Review

5 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

Xs

Year of registration

2011

Average annual mileage

15,000 – 19,999

Owned

3 - 5 years

Bought Car

New

Typical MPG

27
Review
Excellent towcar. I have owned mine for three and a half years. I use it for towing very heavy loads. It has awesome power. It has done 84000 miles so far with no problems yet

Owner Review

5 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

Discovery 4

Year of registration

2015

Average annual mileage

More than 20,000

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

New

Typical MPG

27
Review
Highly likeable, spacious, practical, tough, smooth riding and different from virtually everything else out there! Superb view, not only from the driver's seat, but for all 6 passengers too. The combination of adjustable air suspension, a proper split tailgate and a massive square and flat floored load bay, turn this car into one of the best load carriers ever made. It's brilliant for those with full size dogs! It's been reliable (don't believe all of the career doom mongers out there) and the running costs have been fair considering just how capable the car is. Sure, 27mpg is not for the feint hearted, but buy your parts and service right and the costs really aren't too bad.
Reliability

4 out of 5

Very good, with outstanding solidity of construction. Brakes can be a little squeaky from around 25,000 miles.
Performance
Startlingly good for a car of this size and weight, but not a car that's designed for sustained 80mph cruising (on the autobahn). The weight, handling, aerodynamics, high C of G and fuel consumption will all conspire against you!
Running Cost
Very manageable for this kind of car. As with any premium car, pick and choose when you need to go to the dealer and when you are better off going to the independents to keep the costs within reason.

Owner Review

5 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

Discovery 4 3.0 SDV6 HSE

Year of registration

2015

Average annual mileage

More than 20,000

Owned

1 - 2 years

Bought Car

Used

Typical MPG

28
Review
As practical as a small transit van, 7 full size seats, a superb view out in all directions, smooth, comfortable, extremely reliable, well made and beatifully fitted out inside. Immensely capable off road and for towing loads. Impossible to confuse with anything else on the road. Service costs fair so far, fuel consumption predictably high, but depreciation surprisingly low. Dealer service patchy, spoiled by misleading reports of wear on brake to discs & pads and wiper blades (and a subsequent quote for £380 worth of completely unnecessary replacement parts on an 10 month old car) along with promises made and not kept. The score of 5 stars is for the car alone, not dealer service.
Reliability

5 out of 5

Virtually perfect
Performance

5 out of 5

Utterly amazing, considering the weight, size and aerodynamics! Not designed with autobahn motorway speeds in mind though!
Running Cost
Heavy on fuel, running costs good so far as long as you source your spare parts and as much service and repair work as possible outside the dealer network!

Owner Review

5 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

4

Year of registration

2012

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

New

Typical MPG

30
Review
Before this car, I was almost scared of driving. Since this car, I love driving! For the driver, it's comfortable. Sitting high helps to relax you when on long drives. For the passengers, it's so big that five adults wouldn't feel squeezed at all travelling with lots of luggage on an eight hour trip. It can carry seven adults on a night out, or almost the content of an entire room when the back seats are down. It's so versatile on and off the road, as a people carrier or a van. With parking sensors and camera, it's no more difficult to park than an old family car without such technology. Overall I'm a big fan and am very glad that we bought this truck!
Reliability

5 out of 5

So far so reliable
Performance

5 out of 5

Acceleration on road is pretty good, fast from 0 to 40. You can definitely feel the power. Cruising on the motorway is superbly relaxing. On more difficult terrains is where this truck shines. Put to low gears, switch to grass and snow mode, raise the air suspension, reverse gently and easily up the slope. Watch some lesser SUVs struggle and move unelegantly.
Running Cost
Not the cheapest car to run, but come on, you don't buy a two ton truck for economy. At the same time, I don't think it consumes much more fuel at all compared to our old car.

Owner Review

4 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

2-3 litre, Diesel, Automatic

Year of registration

2012

Average annual mileage

10,000 – 14,999

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

Used

Typical MPG

28.5

Owner Review

4 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

2-3 litre, Diesel

Year of registration

2010

Average annual mileage

More than 20,000

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

New

Typical MPG

30
Review
had 6 months - 15,000 miles, only a flat tyre as a proble
Running Cost

3 out of 5

big car, so bigger costs - but if sensible, can get decent mileage

Owner Review

4 out of 5

Version

2-3 litre, Diesel, Automatic

Year of registration

2010

Average annual mileage

15,000 – 19,999

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

New

Typical MPG

28
Review
goes into low power mode,vibrating steering,mad climate control
Running Cost

2 out of 5

expensive servicing, tyres Ł200 per corner, alnd rover parts expensive eg 1 wiper blade Ł22

Owner Review

4 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

2-3 litre, Diesel

Year of registration

2009

Average annual mileage

15,000 – 19,999

Owned

1 - 2 years

Bought Car

New

Typical MPG

22
Review
intermittant 'Restricted Performace' error reading - not found the problem and fixed it yet....
Running Cost

4 out of 5

Fine fo rth ecar

Owner Review

5 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

2-3 litre, Diesel, Automatic

Year of registration

2011

Average annual mileage

5,000 – 9,999

Owned

1 - 2 years

Bought Car

Used

Typical MPG

30

Owner Review

4 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

V8i, Above 3.0-litre, Petrol, Automatic

Average annual mileage

10,000 – 14,999

Owned

1 - 2 years

Bought Car

New
Review
My car is my pride and joy, expensive to run being a v8, but love it to bits!! Reliable, trustworthy, admirable, practical, safe and versatile.

Owner Review

5 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

GS, 2.0-litre to 3.0-litre, Diesel, Automatic

Year of registration

2009

Average annual mileage

5,000 – 9,999

Owned

1 - 2 years

Bought Car

Used
Review
Love it, completely exceeded my expectations

Owner Review

4 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

not sure changed interior for leather, 2.0-litre to 3.0-litre, Diesel, Manual

Average annual mileage

0 – 4,999

Owned

3 - 5 years

Bought Car

New
Review
I think its great it does exactly what its supposed to and more. just wish i could afford a newer one

Owner Review

4 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

, 2.0-litre to 3.0-litre, Diesel, Automatic

Average annual mileage

5,000 – 9,999

Owned

More than 5 years

Bought Car

New
Review
I am a land rover nut !! My disco is so comftable as i am disabled

Owner Review

5 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

Basic, 2.0-litre to 3.0-litre, Diesel, Manual

Average annual mileage

5,000 – 9,999

Owned

1 - 2 years

Bought Car

New
Review
I love my car to bits, i have spent meny thousands of pounds modifiying the car to my needs/taste and will keep running it untill i can't afford to do so any longer

Owner Review

2 out of 5

Version

, 2.0-litre to 3.0-litre, Diesel, Automatic

Average annual mileage

5,000 – 9,999

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

New
Review
Great car but i don't trust it to be reliable and its to thirsty.

Owner Review

5 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

hse, 2.0-litre to 3.0-litre, Diesel, Automatic

Year of registration

2009

Average annual mileage

10,000 – 14,999

Owned

1 - 2 years

Bought Car

Used
Review
The only problem that has occoured was due to a microswitch on the bonnet that had not been pushed home and after a very bumpy cross country ride showed up on the dash layout. this was fixed in under 30 seconds by landrover assist. this car was a replacement for discovery 3 and has proved far superior in every way. the only shame is that there is no v8 diesel as an option

Owner Review

5 out of 5

Version

HSE, 2.0-litre to 3.0-litre, Diesel, Automatic

Year of registration

2010

Average annual mileage

10,000 – 14,999

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

Used
Review
Great all round car, will go anywhere and will carry 7 people in comfort. the thirst for fuel is the only downside otherwise a great car.

Owner Review

5 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

Leather, , Diesel, Automatic

Year of registration

2010

Average annual mileage

10,000 – 14,999

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

Used
Review
Very nice car

Owner Review

5 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

HSE, 2.0-litre to 3.0-litre, Diesel, Automatic

Year of registration

2010

Average annual mileage

10,000 – 14,999

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

Used

Owner Review

5 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

HSE, 2.0-litre to 3.0-litre, Diesel, Automatic

Year of registration

2009

Average annual mileage

15,000 – 19,999

Owned

1 - 2 years

Bought Car

Used
Review
A perfect match for my requirement of farm work, towing, long distance driving and safe use on unsalted roads in winter

Owner Review

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

LX, 2.0-litre to 3.0-litre, Diesel, Automatic

Year of registration

2010

Average annual mileage

10,000 – 14,999

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

Used

Owner Review

4 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

es, 2.0-litre to 3.0-litre, Diesel, Manual

Average annual mileage

0 – 4,999

Owned

3 - 5 years

Bought Car

New
Review
A very rare overfinch land rover discovery

Owner Review

5 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

tdi, 2.0-litre to 3.0-litre, Diesel, Manual

Average annual mileage

10,000 – 14,999

Owned

1 - 2 years

Bought Car

New
Review
The best 4x4 by far

Owner Review

5 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

XS Commercial van, 2.0-litre to 3.0-litre, Diesel, Manual

Year of registration

2009

Average annual mileage

10,000 – 14,999

Owned

1 - 2 years

Bought Car

Used
Review
It's the ultimate discovery, numerous improvements over previous examples.

Owner Review

5 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

HSE, 2.0-litre to 3.0-litre, Diesel, Automatic

Year of registration

2010

Average annual mileage

15,000 – 19,999

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

Used
Review
Stunning

Owner Review

5 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

HSE, 2.0-litre to 3.0-litre, Diesel, Automatic

Year of registration

2010

Average annual mileage

0 – 4,999

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

Used
Review
Superb vehicle, slightly large for standard parking spaces.

Owner Review

5 out of 5

Version

HSE, 2.0-litre to 3.0-litre, Diesel, Automatic

Year of registration

2010

Average annual mileage

10,000 – 14,999

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

Used
Review
The car does everything expected of it and instills confidence when the weather takes a turn for the worse. It could be slightly better through the corners if the roll could be controlled better, my previous discovery 3 handled better.Designers Should spend more time living with the vehicles they design and fine tuning the interiors and storage areas.Despite These slight grumbles it is an excellent vehicle if a bit hungry for fuel.

Owner Review

5 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

2-3 litre, Diesel, Automatic

Year of registration

2009

Average annual mileage

15,000 – 19,999

Owned

1 - 2 years

Bought Car

Used

Typical MPG

30

Owner Review

5 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

2-3 litre, Diesel, Automatic

Year of registration

2012

Average annual mileage

10,000 – 14,999

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

Used

Typical MPG

30

Owner Review

5 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

2-3 litre, Diesel, Manual

Year of registration

2010

Average annual mileage

10,000 – 14,999

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

New

Typical MPG

29
Review
hasn't let me down since ownership.

Owner Review

5 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

2-3 litre, Diesel, Automatic

Year of registration

2012

Average annual mileage

More than 20,000

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

Used

Typical MPG

29
Review
PREVIOUS DISCOVERY 112000 MILES NO ISSUES IN 18 MONTHS
Running Cost

4 out of 5

THERE IS NOTHING ELSE ON THE MARKET THAT DOES EVERYTHING THE DISCOVERY DOES

Owner Review

4 out of 5

Version

2-3 litre, Diesel, Automatic

Year of registration

2011

Average annual mileage

More than 20,000

Owned

1 - 2 years

Bought Car

Used

Typical MPG

27
Review
Had no problems
Running Cost

3 out of 5

About what I expected

Owner Review

4 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

2-3 litre, Diesel, Automatic

Year of registration

2010

Average annual mileage

5,000 – 9,999

Owned

1 - 2 years

Bought Car

Used

Typical MPG

26
Review
No problems
Running Cost

3 out of 5

Reasonable for size

Owner Review

4 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

2-3 litre, Diesel, Automatic

Year of registration

2009

Average annual mileage

10,000 – 14,999

Owned

1 - 2 years

Bought Car

Used

Typical MPG

26
Review
Never let me down
Running Cost

3 out of 5

As expected, mpg mid to high 20's good for such a big car - standard fit tyres excellent grip but all 4 replaced after 24000 miles

Owner Review

5 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

2-3 litre, Diesel, Automatic

Year of registration

2010

Average annual mileage

15,000 – 19,999

Owned

1 - 2 years

Bought Car

New

Typical MPG

70
Review
very good
Running Cost

5 out of 5

good compared to range rover sport

Owner Review

4 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

GS, 2.0-litre to 3.0-litre, Diesel, Automatic

Year of registration

2009

Average annual mileage

More than 20,000

Owned

1 - 2 years

Bought Car

Used
Review
Very good and reliable car. Dealer servicing a rip off, but necessary.

Owner Review

5 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

Tdi, 2.0-litre to 3.0-litre, Diesel, Manual

Average annual mileage

0 – 4,999

Owned

1 - 2 years

Bought Car

New
Review
As a historic car it is one of a special batch from the land rover factory and will be kept in good condition for the future

Owner Review

5 out of 5

Version

HSE, 2.0-litre to 3.0-litre, Diesel, Automatic

Year of registration

2009

Average annual mileage

15,000 – 19,999

Owned

1 - 2 years

Bought Car

Used
Review
Very versatile and practical car with huge road presence.

Owner Review

5 out of 5

I would recommend this car to a friend

Version

GS, 2.0-litre to 3.0-litre, Diesel, Automatic

Year of registration

2010

Average annual mileage

10,000 – 14,999

Owned

Less than a year

Bought Car

Used
Review