Land Rover Discovery 2002 2.5 diesel description
Crossover / SUV Land Rover Discovery 2002 2.5 Td5 has been produced from July, 2002 to November, 2004. It has five-cylinder diesel engine with displacement of 2.5 litres, which produces power of 137 horsepower on 4200 rpm and torque 300 Nm (Newton metres) on 1950 revolutions per minute.
This 5-cylinder 10-valve engine camshaft is driven by double-row chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has a fuel injection system with unit injectors and Garrett GT2052S turbine. The engine meets the Euro 3 emissions standard. Engine lifespan (mileage before major repairs or overhaul) can last from 360 up to 600 thousand kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
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This Land Rover Discovery 2.5 engine oil type is 5W-30 and oil capacity is 7.2 litres.
Land Rover Discovery 2002 2.5 Td5 has full time 4WD (permanent four-wheel drive that can be used on pavement) and automatic gearbox with 4 gears.
Land Rover Discovery 2002 2.5 Td5 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 17.1 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 157 km/h.
Land Rover Discovery 2002 2.5 Td5 fuel consumption is 10.3 litres per 100km in combined city/highway mode (9.7 km/l) - this is one of most fuel efficient Land Rover Discovery 2002 - 2004 versions, fuel consumption in city - 12.7 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 9 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 93 litres or 24.57 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 900 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 1020 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Land Rover real everyday fuel consumption is 12.7 litres per 100 km, which is 23% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Land Rover Discovery fuel consumption.

Land Rover Discovery 2002 2.5 Td5 technical data
Model: | Land Rover Discovery 2.5 Td5 | ||
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Body style: | Crossover / SUV | ||
Production period: | 2002. July ... 2004. November | ||
Engine: | 2495 cm3 Diesel, 5 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 284 g/km |
Power: | 137 HP ON 4200 RPM | Torque: | 300 NM ON 1950 RPM |
Gearbox: | Automatic gearbox (4 gears) | Drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) |
Top speed: | 157 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 17.1 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 10.3 (combined) 12.7 (urban) 9.0 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 12.7 l/100km (18.5 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 93 litres (24.6 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 4.70m (length) 1.88m (width) 1.90m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 11.9 meters | ||
Trunk capacity: | 1290 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 1970 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 2750 kg |
Land Rover Discovery 2002 2.5 Td5 engine 15P
Engine reliability:
Overall, this engine can last around 360,000 to 600,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.Engine displacement | 2495 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 5 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 84.45 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 88.95 mm |
Compression ratio | 19.5 : 1 |
Camshaft drive | Double-row timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. |
Fuel system | Unit injector |
Land Rover Discovery 2002 2.5 Td5 oil type | 5W-30 |
Oil capacity | 7.2 litres (7.6 quarts) |
Power | 122 - 139 HP ON 4200 RPM |
Torque | 300 - 315 NM ON 1950 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2002 |
Duration of production | 5 years |
Engine also used on | Land Rover Defender |
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All Land Rover Discovery crossover [2002 - 2004] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Land Rover Discovery 2002 2.5 Td5 4x4
Jul 2002 — Nov 2004 Most fuel efficient diesel version |
2.5 Diesel | 137 HP | 9.4 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Land Rover Discovery 2002 2.5 Td5 4x4 Jul 2002 — Nov 2004 | 2.5 Diesel | 137 HP | 10.3 l/100km | Automatic (4) |
Land Rover Discovery 2002 4.0i V8 4x4
Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 11.7 seconds |
4.0 Petrol | 185 HP | 16.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Land Rover Discovery 2002 4.0 V8i 4x4 Jul 2002 — Nov 2004 | 4.0 Petrol | 185 HP | 16.7 l/100km | Automatic (4) |