What is it?
The L462 Discovery is the current-generation seven-seat family Land Rover, launched in 2017 on the D7u aluminium monocoque with full air suspension. Australian range is petrol P360 or diesel D300 MHEV, both at 221 kW. 3,500 kg braked tow, 900 mm wading, seven full-size seats with electric power-folding rows.
The lineup runs from Discovery Dynamic SE P360 at $112,300 plus on-roads, through to Discovery Metropolitan Edition D300 at $148,300 plus on-roads. Warranty cover sits at 5 years, 150,000 km.
Interior and Technology
Seven full-size seats with proper third-row legroom, 3,500 kg braked tow across the range, 900 mm wading and 283 mm ground clearance. D300 diesel pairs 650 Nm with up to around 1,000 km tank range. Rare combination in the segment.
L462 is in run-out, new EMA-based Discovery expected 2027. JLR reliability history remains weaker than mainstream rivals. No PHEV grade in Australia.
Should you buy the Discovery?
Reasons to buy
- Seven full-size seats with proper third-row legroom, 3,500 kg braked tow across the range, 900 mm wading and 283 mm ground clearance. D300 diesel pairs 650 Nm with up to around 1,000 km tank range. Rare combination in the segment.
- Warranty: 5 years, 150,000 km.
- 5-star ANCAP (2017), full driver-assist suite.
- Braked towing rated at 3,500 kg.
Reasons to wait
- L462 is in run-out, new EMA-based Discovery expected 2027. JLR reliability history remains weaker than mainstream rivals. No PHEV grade in Australia.
- You want a PHEV (no PHEV in Australian Discovery range), a proven reliability record (Audi Q7, Toyota LandCruiser 300), or three rows in a smaller package (BMW X5 seven-seat).
- Pricing has climbed sharply, Metropolitan Edition pushes past $148k plus on-roads. Check the run-out timing and incoming-generation roadmap with your dealer.
- Top trim climbs to $148,300 plus on-roads.
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