Land Rover Discovery Series II

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The Land Rover Discovery Series II (1998–2004): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 9 versions in the United Kingdom, the United States, and Canada.

Model codes: L318

Dimensions, weights and capacity

Specification	Europe	Wikipedia
Dimensions
Length	4,530–4,710 mm RDW	4,704 mm
Width	1,810–1,890 mm RDW	1,890 mm
Height	1,880 mm RDW	1,941 mm
Wheelbase	2,540 mm RDW	2,540 mm
Front track	1,540 mm ASTRA	–
Rear track	1,560 mm ASTRA	–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight	1,995–2,155 kg RDW	2,061–2,220 kg
Mass in running order	2,095–2,255 kg RDW	–
Gross vehicle weight	2,750–2,880 kg RDW	–
Towing, braked trailer	3,500 kg RDW	–
Towing, unbraked trailer	750 kg RDW	–
Seats and space
Seats	5–7 RDW	–
Doors	4–5 RDW	–
Performance
Top speed	157–170 km/h RDW	–
Torque	300–340 Nm ASTRA	–

Tyre sizes (most common first): 235/65R18, 255/55R19, 255/60R18, 235/70R17, 215/75R16, 235/70R16, 255/55R18, 255/65R16

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Wikipedia, ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), Traficom type approvals (Finland). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age

Age at test	Pass rate	UK average	Tests
13 years and older	68.5% (68.1–68.8)	69.2%	71,895

What the MOT finds

Area	This model	UK average, same ages
Suspension	45.2%	41.6%
Brakes	34.8%	36.4%
Body, chassis and structure	34.1%	18.6%
Noise, emissions and leaks	33.5%	17.1%
Lights and electrics	29.2%	28.8%
Steering	22.0%	7.7%

First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

381 complaints for model years 1999–2004. 60 crashes · 22 fires · 54 injuries

Engine 101
Brakes 68
Transmission and drivetrain 40
Speed control 21
Electrical 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 9 versions of the Land Rover Discovery Series II

United Kingdom 4 versions

New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.

Years and version	Engine	Fuel	Gearbox	Consumption (combined)	CO₂
2000–2004TD5 · 2.5 TD5 (2002 Model Year) · 2.5 TD5 (2001 Model Year) and 2 more trims	2.5 L	Diesel	5-speed manual	9.4 L/100 km NEDC	262 g/km
2000–2004TD5 · 2.5 TD5 (2002 Model Year) · 2.5 TD5 (2001 Model Year) and 2 more trims	2.5 L	Diesel	4-speed automatic	10.3 L/100 km NEDC	284 g/km
2000–20044.0 V8 · 4.0 V8 (2002 Model Year) · 4.0 V8 (2001 Model Year) and 1 more trim	4.0 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	16.7 L/100 km NEDC	397 g/km
2000–20024.0 V8 · 4.0 V8 (2001 Model Year)	4.0 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	16.6 L/100 km NEDC	397 g/km

United States 3 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
2003–2004CLKUP	4.6 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Four- or all-wheel drive	12 MPG (19.6 L/100 km) EPA	460 g/km
1999–2002CLKUP	4.0 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	Four- or all-wheel drive	13 MPG (18.1 L/100 km) EPA	425 g/km
1998	4.0 L	Petrol	5-speed manual	Four- or all-wheel drive	13 MPG (18.1 L/100 km) EPA	425 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
2003–2004Sport utility vehicle	4.6 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	19.2 L/100 km 5-cycle	442 g/km
1999–2002Sport utility vehicle	4.0 L	Petrol	4-speed automatic	17.5–18.2 L/100 km 5-cycle	403–419 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.