2021 Land Rover Discovery Overview: Powertrains, Tech Features, Pricing & Other New Changes
The 2021 Land Rover Discovery is refreshed and ready to roll for the new model year. Updates include new styling and tech features, plus an updated wearable Activity Key (what will they think of next"). If you’ve got your eyes on a 2021 Land Rover Discovery, we will take a few moments here to go over all the important details.
Engine & Powertrain
The trim levels of the 2021 Discovery are arranged according to the engine and powertrain offerings. The 2.0L S and the 2.0L S R-Dynamic both come with a 2.0-liter I4 engine with 296 horsepower. The 3.0L S R-Dynamic and 3.0L HSE R-Dynamic will feature a 3.0-liter turbo I6 with 355 horsepower. The I6 engine also employs a 48-volt mild-hybrid system.
Although it will have a higher MSRP, the 3.0-liter I6 is appealing for how it uses a range of sensors to split torque between the front and rear axles more strategically. This type of feature is excellent for off-roading or when the weather gets bad. Furthermore, the I6 offers a max towing capacity of 8,200 lbs. when properly equipped.
Land Rover’s Electric Vehicle Architecture (you might see it written sometimes as “EVA 2.0”) underpins the 2021 Discovery. The platform provides an electrical architecture for the numerous tech and connectivity features and serves as a rigid backbone for towing and off-roading.
?The new Discovery combines superb all-terrain suspension geometry with rewarding dynamics and excellent body control, while mainta...
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