Land Rover Discovery 2004 3

This generation of Land Rover Discovery 3 has been produced from November, 2004 to July, 2009. We can provide information about 4 modifications of this generation. 2004 Land Rover Discovery comes with four wheel drive (4x4). Four wheel drive models have full time 4WD system (permanent four-wheel drive that can be used on pavement).

In 2004, the third generation Discovery was presented. Despite several hundreds of design differences, the exterior of the vehicle is quite recognisable. Discovery III is based on the Ranger Rover platform with Body-Frame Technology, which increased body torsional rigidity and significantly improved handling parameters.

The pneumatic independent suspension system not only improves ride suppleness, but is also part of a new all-wheel-drive system called Terrain Response. This electronic system optimises traction and handling characteristics, suspension stiffness and ground clearance depending on the road surface or terrain conditions.

The engine lineup for 2005 for Europe included a 300-horsepower 4.4 liter V8 gasoline and a 190-horsepower 2.7 liter turbo-charged turbo diesel. The Explorer 4.0 liter V8 engine produces 213 horsepower for the US and Canada. Only a six-speed automatic is available for the petrol versions, while a six-speed manual was basic for the turbo-diesel.

This Land Rover is available with two petrol engines with displacement from 4.0 to 4.4 litres and power of from 219 to 299 horsepower un one diesel engine with displacement 2.7 litres and power of 190 HP.
The car is available with both manual (1 version), as well as automatic (3 versions) gearbox.

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Land Rover Discovery 2004 3 average fuel consumption in combined cycle for petrol engine is approximately 15 litres per 100km, whereas for diesel engine - from 9.4 to 10.4 litres per 100km. The most fuel efficient Land Rover Discovery 2004 3 petrol engine version is LAND ROVER Discovery - LR3 4.0 V8, consuming 15 litres per 100km. While the most fuel efficient Land Rover Discovery 2004 3 diesel - Land Rover Discovery 2.7 TdV6 for 100 kilometers consumes 9.4 liters of diesel.
According to user reviews, Land Rover Discovery real-world fuel consumption is on average about approximately for 3 percents higher as the manufacturer's claimed fuel economy. For a more detailed actual fuel economy of each model, select a specific Land Rover Discovery modification.

Land Rover Discovery 2004 3 CO2 emissions for petrol engine is approximately 354 grams per kilometer, whereas for diesel engine - from 249 to 275 grams per kilometer. In turn, from the Land Rover Discovery diesels least CO2 distributes Land Rover Discovery 2.7 TdV6 - 249 grams per km.

The best acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h - 8.6 seconds has Land Rover Discovery 4.4 V8 version, conversely the tardiest one is Land Rover Discovery 2.7 TdV6 reaching this speed only in 12.8 seconds. The maximum top speed is 195 km/h for the 4.4 petrol 8-cylinder 299 hp version (Land Rover Discovery 4.4 V8).

Lenght of Land Rover Discovery is 484 cm, it is large car. For comparison - Land Rover Discovery is about 3 cm longer than Volvo XC90, but 5 cm shorter than Toyota Land Cruiser. Land Rover Discovery gross weight is 3230 kg, this car is about 11 percent heavier than the average for this age and class of vehicles. Land Rover Discovery trunk space is 1192 litres.

This Land Rover is in average price group - it can be purchased (in Latvia) for around 7000 €. According to user reviews, average Land Rover Discovery repair costs are 50 € per year. Users calculated Land Rover Discovery 2004 cost of ownership for this generation, got average 4000 € cost per year and 0.35 € cost per one kilometer. Fuel costs were estimated at around 65%, while repair and maintenance costs - around 19% from total. We have an excellent car cost calculator, calculate ownership costs of Land Rover Discovery for your situation and driving habits here! Below you will find more detailed information about Land Rover Discovery prices and costs.

Land Rover Discovery modifications

Land Rover Discovery safety

During safety testing Land Rover Discovery has obtained 4 stars from five, which means good safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Land Rover Discovery is evaluated with four stars, children safety - with four stars, and for pedestrian protection Land Rover Discovery got one star.

Land Rover Discovery prices

Land Rover Discovery 2004 - 2009 crossover price in Latvia is from 4300 € to 10000 €.
Comparing to analogical vehicles Land Rover Discovery price is above average (compare crossovers 2004 - 2009 prices).