Land Rover Discovery 300 Tdi XS 5d (1996/N) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Expensive to buy, even second hand.
Costs
Can be kept down by using non-franchised specialists.
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On the road
Driving
Ok, but too much body roll to make it a pleasant road car.
Performance
TDi engine is slow, noisey and vibrates, a lot!
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Living with it
Reliability
Generally reliable, but many minor niggles.
Image
Still looks the biz though.
Comfort
Not enough lumbar support for long journeys, plus the vibration!
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Security and Service
Security
Lucas electronics... Would you trust them?
Service
Satisfactory.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Brake vacuum pump failed at 53,000 miles, made it even more noisy!
Other
Rear door central locking sticks, rear door handle sometimes inoperative.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
Used
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
No