Land Rover Discovery Discovery 3 (LR3)

The Land Rover Discovery Discovery 3 (LR3) (2005–2009): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 6 versions in the United States and Canada.
Model codes: L319 · Sold in: United States and Canada
Dimensions, weights and capacity
| Specification | Wikipedia |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | |
| Length | 4,849 mm |
| Width | 1,915 mm |
| Height | 1,882–1,892 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,885 mm |
| Weights and towing | |
| Kerb weight | 2,419–2,461 kg |
| Performance | |
| Top speed | 195 km/h |
| Torque | 440–600 Nm |
Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia (en, de). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Reliability and owner reports
Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)
177 complaints for model years 2005–2009. 3 crashes · 2 fires · 5 injuries
- Suspension 30
- Electrical system 27
- Tyres 21
- Fuel system 20
Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints
All 6 versions of the Land Rover Discovery Discovery 3 (LR3)
United States 4 versions
Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Drive | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005–20096MODE CLKUP | 4.4 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 14 MPG (16.8 L/100 km) EPA | 394 g/km |
| 2007 | 4.0 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | Four-wheel drive | 14 MPG (16.8 L/100 km) EPA | 394 g/km |
| 2007 | 4.4 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | Four-wheel drive | 14 MPG (16.8 L/100 km) EPA | 394 g/km |
| 2005–20066MODE CLKUP | 4.0 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | Four- or all-wheel drive | 14 MPG (16.8 L/100 km) EPA | 394 g/km |
Canada 2 versions
Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).
| Years and version | Engine | Fuel | Gearbox | Consumption (combined) | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005–2009Sport utility vehicle | 4.0 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | 16.3–16.4 L/100 km 5-cycle | 375–377 g/km |
| 2005–2009Sport utility vehicle | 4.4 L | Petrol | 6-speed automatic | 16.5 L/100 km 5-cycle | 380 g/km |
Similar models from other brands
Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.





