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20 March 2009 The new Discovery 4 – the most capable Land Rover ever
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• Discovery 4 – new generation of this celebrated Land Rover introduces new powertrain, improved dynamics and fresh design
• Refined and highly efficient new LR-TDV6 3.0 twin turbo diesel, with class-leading 600Nm of torque and 245PS
o Fuel consumption improved by 9 per cent*, delivering 30.4mpg *
(9.3 l/100km*) on combined EU cycle
o CO2 emissions reduced by 10 per cent* to 244 g/km*
o EU5 compliant (when Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) fitted)
• On-road dynamics transformed by comprehensive chassis system developments and a new super-smooth 6-speed adaptive transmission
• Updates to Land Rover’s award-winning Terrain ResponseTM system reinforce best-in-class all-terrain performance
• Fresh exterior design includes smoother new front end and revised lights, including LEDs
• All-new interior design delivers a more premium and functional space with up to seven seats
• User-friendly new features include Surround Camera system, Gradient Release Control, Towing Assist, Automatic High Beam Assist, and available Keyless Entry, Push Button start
The new, fourth generation of Land Rover's supremely versatile seven-seat vehicle gains a new name – Discovery 4 – to go with its powerful and highly efficient new TDV6 diesel engine, fresh exterior identity and more premium cabin. The class-leading breadth of capability is extended even further with dynamic improvements for both road and off-road driving, and Land Rover has added a battery of user-friendly new technologies and features.
“The outgoing Discovery 3 has well over 100 international awards to its name. But we've found ways to improve virtually every aspect of the vehicle's design and engineering – some subtle, some major. New design signals comprehensive engineering change under the skin, and now gives us the Discovery 4," says Phil Popham, managing director.
Star billing on the Discovery 4 goes to the highly efficient and refined new LR-TDV6 3.0 twin turbo diesel engine. This delivers a 9 percent* fuel economy improvement (EU combined cycle) and ten percent* less CO2 emissions, at the same time as increasing power by 29%, all compared with the existing 2.7-litre engine. Torque increases even more, up 36% to 600Nm - believed to be the highest torque output of any 6-cylinder, production diesel, passenger vehicle engine in the world
The power and torque are both accessible across the entire rev range, to deliver immediate throttle response and effortless cruising ability. The results include a 0-60mph time of 9.0 seconds, (0-100 km/h in 9.6 seconds), a 24 percent improvement over the 2.7-litre.
Land Rover's engineers have also transformed the on-road ride and handling for the new generation Discovery 4, and even improved on the near-legendary off-road capabilities of its predecessor. The comprehensive changes include new suspension components, revised steering, larger brakes, improved traction control, and enhancements to the award winning Terrain ResponseTM system, which helps optimise the vehicle for virtually all on-road or off-road driving situations.
The iconic exterior design has been updated, most obviously with smoother and simpler surfaces at the front, including a new, more aerodynamic bumper. The sportier new lights help give the vehicle new character, and include LED technology front and rear. The sophisticated new front headlights include High Beam Assist, switching on or off, as conditions require.
The interior is completely redesigned, with a transformed dash and centre console, new seats and an array of new, user friendly features.
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