Body style: SUV (Sports Utility Vehicle)
Segment: Medium SUV
Production years: 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009
The third generation of the Discovery was launched in 2004 and the much-awaited upgrade was kind of a disappointment. The LR3 designation was for the U.S. market, continuing the LR2 name, which was assigned to the Land Rover Freelander 2. While the first two generations had live axles, the LR3 was introduced with all-wheel independent air-suspension. That allowed the vehicle to increase or decrease its ground clearance but raised doubts about its durability. The second generation of the Land Rover Discovery was kind of a disappointment due to reliability issues.
Under Ford ownership, this new generation came with special new bodywork, a mix between a monocoque body and a body-on-frame. The result was a heavier vehicle then a unibody and not as stiff as a chassis-based vehicle.
But the biggest enhancement is the introduction of the Terrain Response system, which set all the car's systems (gear, transfer ratio, and differentials) according to the nature of the terrain. It was able to send the most torque to the wheels that have the highest traction and it wasn't just a marketing slogan. It really worked.
The LR3 had a V8 AJ41 engine coupled as standard with a six-speed automatic and a two-speed transfer case. A computer-controlled progressively locking central differential ensured traction was retained in tough conditions. A similar differential was available on the rear axle to aid traction.
ENGINE SPECS - 4.0L V8 6AT AWD (219 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V8 |
Displacement: | 4009 cm3 |
Power: | 161 KW @ 4500 RPM 219 HP @ 4500 RPM 216 BHP @ 4500 RPM |
Torque: | 269 lb-ft @ 3000 RPM 365 Nm @ 3000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 112 mph (180 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 11.6 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-automatic speed |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 255/60R18 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 190.6 in (4841 mm) |
Width: | 75.6 in (1920 mm) |
Height: | 74.4 in (1890 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 63/63.4 in (1,600/1,610 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 113.4 in (2880 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 7.3 in (185 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 42.1 cuFT (1192 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.41 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 5787 lbs (2625 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 7121 lbs (3230 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 11.3 mpg US (20.8 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 20.3 mpg US (11.6 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 15.7 mpg US (15 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 4.4L V8 6AT AWD (305 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V8 |
Displacement: | 4394 cm3 |
Power: | 224 KW @ 5500 RPM 305 HP @ 5500 RPM 300 BHP @ 5500 RPM |
Torque: | 315 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM 427 Nm @ 4000 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 121.2 mph (195 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 8.6 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | Automatic, 6 Speed |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 255/60R18 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 190.6 in (4841 mm) |
Width: | 75.6 in (1920 mm) |
Height: | 74.4 in (1890 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 63/63.4 in (1,600/1,610 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 113.4 in (2880 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 7.3 in (185 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 42.1 cuFT (1192 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.4 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 5796 lbs (2629 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 7121 lbs (3230 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 11.3 mpg US (20.8 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 20.3 mpg US (11.6 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 15.7 mpg US (15 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 354 g/km |
ENGINE SPECS - 2.7L Td 6MT AWD (190 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V6 |
Displacement: | 2720 cm3 |
Power: | 140 KW @ 4000 RPM 190 HP @ 4000 RPM 188 BHP @ 4000 RPM |
Torque: | 328 lb-ft @ 1900 RPM 445 Nm @ 1900 RPM |
Fuel System: | Common Rail |
Fuel: | Diesel |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 111.8 mph (180 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 11.5 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-speed manual |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 235/70R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 190.6 in (4841 mm) |
Width: | 75.6 in (1920 mm) |
Height: | 74.4 in (1890 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 63/63.4 in (1,600/1,610 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 113.4 in (2880 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 7.3 in (185 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 42.1 cuFT (1192 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.4 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 5277.9 lbs (2394 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 7010.7 lbs (3180 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 20.5 mpg US (11.5 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 28.7 mpg US (8.2 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 25 mpg US (9.4 L/100Km) |
CO2 Emissions: | 249 g/km |