2017 Land Rover Discovery HSE Luxury Td6
Test Drive
Written by Marco Carvajal
Photographs by Marco Carvajal
2017 Land Rover Discovery HSE Luxury Td67 seats 4 Wheel Drive (4WD) Engine 3.0 liter Turbocharged Six Cylinder Diesel Engine Transmission 8-speed Automatic Maximum Torque RPM 3,500-5,000 Torque 443 lb-ft Fuel Capacity (gal.) 23.5 Fuel economy 16city/21hwy/18combined |
Introduction
A Land Rover is a Land Rover….no doubt about it. British engineering and design, a few decades of great car architecture. I still remember my grand father’s Land Rover and my father’s Land Rover and Range Rover. Elegant, fancy and powerful cars to own. A land Rover is not only a great car to drive, is also a symbol of status, if you drive one, you are a one of the privilege drivers to have one.
Land Rover
This story begins in 1947, in a very unusual way, compared to other companies who produced cars. The thing is, first sketches of a car were made in the sand of a Welsh beach. That car was the Land Rover.
Certainly, Land Rover navigated uncharted path with a firm grasp, combining in their cars capability and composure, which picks out each vehicle bearing the Land Rover badge.
In 1987, the first Range Rover vehicles arrived in the U.S. and immediately spread through a whole new continent. After 30 years, they’ve not only changed people’s imagination of what luxury vehicles are, but also let one drive on-road or off. In 1989, it became the first in the world vehicle 4×4 to feature anti-lock brakes.
The All-New Discovery can become a very pragmatic choice, as this car feels at home in the city, and also drives perfectly off-road. It shows an amazing towing capability, with a capacity of up to 8201 lbs and a suite of features available to help make towing at ease and assured. Optimized suspension structure together with unique Land Rover technologies provide the ultimate all-terrain facilities.
The All-New 2017 Discovery also provides great efficiency, due to Intelligent Stop/Start technology, use of lightweight materials and refined aerodynamics.
Another innovation of the vehicle is a Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), which controls the vehicle’s dynamic behavior and is designed to interfere if it determines the vehicle is not responding to the driver’s inlets. This feature will be very useful on and off-road.
Prices and Versions
4 models available: SE, HSE, HSE Luxury, First Edition
| Model | Price |
| 2017 Land Rover Discovery HSE Luxury Td6 | $49,990 |
Exterior
An exterior design of the 2017 Land Rover Discovery reflects a new vision of Discovery showing a new level of sophistication with its accurately sculptured surface.
The full-glass fixed or opening panoramic roof intensify the sense of space and light in the vehicle’s interior filling it with the sun, benefitting all three rows when equipped. The toughened glass helps to keep a comfortable temperature inside the cabin.
Comfort and Convenience
- Powered Gesture Operated Tailgate/ Power Inner Tailgate
- Power Sliding Panoramic Glass Sunroof with Power blind
- Rear Privacy Glass, Infrared Reflective Windshield
- Led Automatic Headlights w/Front Fog Lights
- Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers, Heated Washer Jets
- Powerfold Heated Exterior Door Mirrors with Approach Lights
It shows an amazing towing capability, with a capacity of up to 8201 lbs and a suite of features available to help make towing at ease and assured.
Interior
An interior design is accented with strict horizontal and vertical lines, emphasizing a new vision of classic Discovery design. It combines premium leather, wood and metal finishers, giving a sense of luxury and convenience.
The flexibility of the cabin is highlighted by the seven-seat layout and rich storage, with smart use of space. The All-New Discovery has optional seven full-size seats that serve comfort and versatility.
Comfort and Convenience
- 16 Way Power Adjustable Driver
Third Row Seating - Power Tilt and Telescoping Steering Column
- Premium Carpeted Mats
- Windsor Leather Seats w/Extended Leather Interior Trim
- Three-Zone Climate Control
- Ambient Interior Lighting
- Keyless Entry & Start
- Bluetooth & USB Connectivity
- InControl Remote
- Front & Rear Parking Aids
- Rear View Camera
- Cruise Control
Safety
- Perimetric alarm
- Front, Front Side and side Curtain Airbag System
- Front Seat Belts Pretensioners
- Emergency Brake Assist
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System
- ISOFIX/LATCH System for Childs Seats
Conclusion
With the new 2017 Land Rover Discovery HSE Luxury Td6 your choice is distinctive and individual. The All-New Discovery has optional seven full-size seats which highlight comfort and versatility. The full-glass panoramic roof intensifies light and space of the interior, still saving comfortable temperature with the help of tint glass. Stylish from the outside, comfortable and spacious in the inside, fast and ready to explore any surface, Land Rover Discovery is a great family-type car you can rely on.
