Land Rover Discovery for sale in Kenya

About the Land Rover Discovery

The Land Rover Discovery, popularly known as the “Disco,” is a midsize three-row SUV that delivers a unique combination of comfortable everyday driving qualities, opulent interior furnishings, and genuine off-road prowess. The Discovery is the family-friendly option in the Land Rover series, thanks to its third row. It sits above the more durable, legendary Defender and below the ultra-luxurious Range Rover.

Its competitors in the Kenyan market include BMW X5, Audi Q7, Nissan Patrol, Mitsubishi Pajero, and Toyota Land Cruiser Prado.

This review is a helpful guide if you are looking to import Land Rover Discovery in Kenya or want a locally used Land Rover Discovery.

What are the main features of a Land Rover Discovery?

The Land Rover Discovery series for sale in Kenya is currently in its third generation or fifth iteration. The car was the third new product line since the launch of the Land Rover by Rover in 1948. The first-generation Land Rover Discovery was based on the 1970 Range Rover. It has been designed as a daily four-wheel drive car that could serve as both a family car and a utility vehicle.

The Range Rover progressively evolved into a luxurious upmarket vehicle, and the Discovery came in to fulfill the original role of the Range Rover. The Discovery is called influential because it was the first real off-road capable family car. You can import the Land Rover Discovery 4/LR4 and the Land Rover Discovery L462 (Discovery 5) in Kenya.

The Discovery 5 is a big, sleek off-road beast with the aerodynamic design of a luxury car. The vehicle can handle extreme driving pressure and offer unmatched dynamic performance on all-surface and all-weather roads. Discovery 5 has the Terrain Response 2 System, which tracks road conditions and chooses the optimal driving mode based on them. These modes include normal driving, grass, snow, gravel, mud ruts, sand, and rock crawl.

The car has two engine options: a 3.0-liter turbocharged V6 petrol engine generating 340-hp and 332 lb-ft of torque and a 3.0-liter turbocharged V6 diesel engine giving 254-hp and a torque of 443 lb. -ft. A full-time all-wheel drive with 8-speed automatic transmission is standard in Discovery 5. Coil springs are standard on base trims, with an optional air suspension.

The car features 22inch rims, All-terrain tires, LED headlights and tail lights, electric power-fold door mirrors, and a powered tailgate. The tech and safety features include Keyless entry, a 12.3-inch infotainment system with smartphone integration, a Wi-Fi hotspot, rear-seat entertainment for kids, and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capability.

Others include a wireless smartphone charging pad, nine USB ports, emergency braking, lane-keeping assist, blind-spot monitoring, adaptive cruise control, Meridian stereo system, three-zone climate control, eight third-row airbags, 3D surround camera, Traffic Sign Recognition and Adaptive Speed Limiter, and rear parking sensors.

The Discovery 5 has three trim levels, i.e., S, S R-Dynamic, and HSE R-Dynamic

How spacious is the Land Rover Discovery?

The Discovery’s interior features high-end materials and a luxurious style. There are many upmarket elements throughout the cabin, and as you move up to the more expensive trims, the level of luxury only becomes higher. There are two different seating options: five and seven people. The upright, cozy, stadium-style seating offers all occupants unobstructed views.

The driver and front-seat passenger have power-adjustable, heated leather seats with an optional massage feature. The second-row seats have fore-and-aft and recline settings. A third row could be uncomfortable for adults but ideal for smaller kids.

There is adequate room for storing small items, such as smartphones, iPods, sunglasses, handbags, etc. The cabin has a glove compartment, sizable underarm bin up front, large door pockets, and a small cubby behind the climate panel. The Discovery affords 6.1 cubic feet of cargo room with third-row seats. You can increase the luggage space to 73 cubic feet by lowering the third and second-row seats,

Is the Land Rover Discovery fuel efficient?

The diesel engine has a fuel economy of approximately 13.89 km/l, while the petrol drivetrain returns about 9.17 km/l.

Does the Land Rover Discovery have good ground clearance?

You can get genuine Discovery parts at Jaguar Land Rover Centre, Oracle Tower Westlands, Nairobi. You can find affordable Discovery parts in Kirinyaga road, the Industrial area, and reputable service centers in Nairobi.

Is the Land Rover Discovery a reliable car? Does it have good resale value in Kenya?

The Land Rover Discovery has a J.D. Power reliability score of 72/10. The car has a good resale value in Kenya.

The Land Rover Discovery for sale in Kenya is a premium all-purpose SUV with outstanding handling, off-road ability, and a practical everyday urban commuter. It is a spacious and stable car with high ground clearance. So, you can easily and comfortably traverse adverse terrain. The Land Rover Discovery is a family-friendly car.

Are you looking at buying new or used Land Rover Discovery in Kenya? Are you looking at selling your used Land Rover Discovery in Kenya? Do you want to know the prices of new or used Land Rover Discovery in Kenya? Do you want to know how to import Land Rover Discovery from Japan? Please visit our show room in Karen, Nairobi and our sales agents will guide you.

Below is a list of Land Rover Discovery for sale in Nairobi, Kenya and also others available in Japan. You can now buy and import year 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, and 2016 Land Rover Discovery from Japan to Kenya.