The Land Rover Discovery 2.0L diesel has been
launched in India, with prices starting at INR 75.18 lakh*. The new entry-level
engine model is available in a total of four trims, including S, SE, HSE &
HSE Luxury. The new 2.0L Ingenium diesel engine offered in the Discovery is
Jaguar Land Rover's first powerplant to feature series sequential turbo
technology, which helps out delivering more performance out of the same
package.
The engine churns out 177 kW (240 PS) of maximum
power and a peak torque of 500 Nm. The transmission duties are performed by an
8-speed automatic gearbox. The other engines which are available in India
include 3.0L TD6 diesel (190PS/600Nm) with 8-speed automatic gearbox, 2.0L Si4
Ingenium petrol (221PS/400Nm) with 8-speed automatic gearbox, and 3.0 L Si6
petrol (250PS/450Nm) with 8-speed automatic gearbox.
The 2019 Discovery 2.0L diesel comes with a number
luxury-benchmark features such as electrically reclining seats, Intelligent
Seat Fold, four-zone Climate Control, Powered third row seats, a panoramic
sunroof, Cabin Air Ionisation, 360° Surround Camera, Adaptive Cruise Control,
Protect and Remote.
The Discovery boasts the best-in-class approach
angle (34°), ramp angle (27.5°) and departure angle (30°), which make it one of
the most off-road capable offering in its segment. Its water wading depth
capability of 900 mm and a 3,500 kg towing capacity adds to its off-roading
prowess. The mid-size luxury SUV is available in a 5- and 7-seat
configurations.
The Land Rover Discovery 2.0 diesel is just about
INR 1.76 lakh less expensive than the Discovery 3.0L petrol, which retails at
INR 76.94 lakh*. The Land Rover Discovery rivals the Mercedes GLE, Audi Q7, and
BMW X5.
