2015 Land Rover Discovery Sport – Automobiles Review

Land Rover Reveals U.S. Specifications for 2015 Discovery Sport

The U.S. specifications for the 2015 Land Rover Discovery Sport were just revealed. The car is debuting in North America today at the L.A. Auto Show. Just like the European version, this Discovery Sport comes offering dynamic design with the option of seven-passenger seating in a “5+2” configuration. To mention also are the refined combination of performance, safety and efficiency.

This is due to the body shell of high-strength steel and lightweight aluminum, combined with the turbocharged 2.0-liter engine and standard all-wheel drive. The unit produces 240 horsepower (176 kW) and is linked to a nine-speed automatic transmission, which makes the car not only more efficient but also more attractive.

Land Rover will also enter innovations on this vehicle, including available Autonomous Emergency Braking and touchscreen infotainment system. The arsenal of technology in this model also features the latest Terrain Response with five different settings to suit specific terrain demands. These include general driving, grass/gravel/snow, sand, mud and ruts, and rock crawl.

Land Rover LR4 will also be on display. It will bring more attention to the recently commissioned Land Rover adventure thriller The Vanishing Game, which is an interactive, digital book written by internationally acclaimed British author William Boyd.

Guests of the show will have an opportunity to drive the 2014 Range Rover, Range Rover Sport and Evoque and Land Rover LR4. 2015 Land Rover Discovery Sport U.S. Spec will have a starting price of $37,995 USD.

Source: Land Rover

November 19, 2014

Land Rover Discovery Sport Revealed

Land Rover Discovery Sport has finally been revealed. The versatile and capable premium compact SUV is the first member of the new Discovery family and it comes with 5+2, however being no larger than existing Discovery. The new design of the vehicle shows what its future family members will look like. Some of its core characteristics are the optimized volume, proportions and stance, dynamic profile and the ultimate use of interior space.

Discovery Sport was revealed in a “digital” event at the Spaceport America in New Mexico, USA. There Land Rover also launched the Land Rover Galactic Discovery competition. The winner is set to take three of their friends on a trip to space with Land Rover’s global partner, Virgin Galactic.

The interior of the new model depicts the spirit of adventure. It features high-quality materials and a strong vertical centre console graphic. There are versatile storage solutions inside as well as up to four 12V power points and six USB charging sockets.

The most exciting feature is the 5+2 seating configuration. Thanks to a host of innovations, the designers were able to include this feature. The new multi-link rear axle not only provides engaging driving dynamics but it also provides ample and flexible cabin space behind the second row.

The innovative rear axle is coupled with supple long-travel suspension. This ensures comfort and refined driving experience, while retaining the all-terrain capability. Furthermore, here safety has been a key priority. Therefore the engineers have included pedestrian airbag, autonomous emergency braking, and bodyshell featuring both ultra-high-strength steel and lightweight aluminium. Other advanced equipment features include 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system, and standard tilt-and-slide row-two seating.

From launch Land Rover Discovery Sport will be powered by the 2.2 litre SD4 turbodiesel engine, which generates 190 hp (140 kW). The unit features stop-start technology, high-pressure direct injection, low-friction internal components and smart regenerative charging, and it can be mated to either of 9-speed automatic or 6-speed manual transmission. Next year Land Rover will also launch two wheel drive eD4 turbodiesel engine.

Source: Land Rover

September 3, 2014

Land Rover Teases the Interior of Discovery Sport [VIDEO]

Land Rover has jut teased the interior of the upcoming Discovery Sport model via a special video. The first look inside the new Discovery Sport reveals its “5+2” seating configurability, luxurious environment and the used premium materials. The short film shows glimpses of the cabin design. In fact, the new premium small SUV is the first member of the new Discovery family of vehicles.

The seven seater is expected to be powered by a variety of petrol and diesel four-cylinder engines. Furthermore, Land Rover has previously announced that the first mass production engine will be the turbocharged 2.0-liter diesel.

With the release of the “In the film”, viewers are shown around the luxurious interior as the camera glides through the cabin. The footage not only shows details of the versatile seating layout, but also reveals desirable features such as the luxurious full panoramic roof.

Versatility is one of the key characteristics of the Discovery family. And next to the optional 5+2 seating, generous load space and configurable seating the new model deserves to wear the Discovery badge. In addition, this video also displays the high cabin quality and craftsmanship implemented inside.

Land Rover Discovery Sport will be unveiled officially and worldwide on 2nd of September. The new car is expected to go on sale in 2015.

Source: Land Rover

August 20, 2014

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Land Rover Reveals U.S. Specifications for 2015 Discovery Sport

Land Rover Discovery Sport Revealed

Land Rover Teases the Interior of Discovery Sport [VIDEO]