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What do the school run, a bumpy field and long distance driving all have in common They're all easily handled by the Land Rover
The Discovery puts practicality first, and while that means it's not quite as visually alluring as the Range Rover fleet, the lower price
Discovery Td6 HSEEngine: 3.0 liter turbocharged dieselPower: 258bhpTop speed: 130mph0-62mph: 7.7 secondsFuel efficiency: 39.2mpgPrice:
dipping of the wing mirrors, giving you a better view of kerbs, bay line or any hazard that may not be visible from the windows or rear
seats can slide forwards to provide more legroom for the third row, but even when forward these additional chairs are best suited to
children as it's not as spacious.Effortless drive-abilityThe Land Rover Discovery dwarfs most cars on the road, but from the driving seat
drive, eight speed automatic transmission and a hulking 3.0 liter Td6 turbocharged engine provides an impressive amount of propulsion,
taking you from 0-60mph in 7.7 seconds and topping out at 130mph.It can feel a little heavy in the corners, which is hardly surprising
considering its size, but overall the Discovery is very driveable.Back inside the cabin and there are a couple of handy slots above the cup
10-inch touchscreen is responsive and intuitive
Our Discovery HSE came with a 380W Meridian system with 10 speakers, plus a dual channel subwoofer, which kicks out excellent quality
fuel up ahead of a journey, while the ability to make sure all the windows are closed and the doors are locked is perfect for the security
conscious.Something else we found useful was the vehicle location map, meaning we could always find our way back to the car - and you can
but the Land Rover Discovery offers a premium many rivals cannot match, along with an excellent ride and the ability to take on pretty much
driving aids that makes driving less taxing and more enjoyable.If your budget stretches, and you're after a little more practicality than a
Range Rover, the Discovery is very well equipped.John McCann is getting behind the wheel to give you an alternative look at the wealth of
From super-fast sports cars to tech-packed hatchbacks, he'll take you through a range of makes, models, power and price tags in his regular
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