Reviews for the new Land Rover Discovery Sport have been coming out at a steady pace, and the general consensus seems clear – the new SUV is a clear winner in its market segment, and something interested buyers should definitely not overlook. The Land Rover Discovery already has a well-established history and position in the market, known for its ruggedness and attention to detail in its design, and the company has pushed this trend even further with the new release.
The model has seven seats, all of them offering plenty of seating space with an overall roomy and comfortable interior design, and while the initial launch only comes with a 2.2 liter diesel engine, the company has promised that they’re also releasing a turbo diesel edition sometime during 2015. Both engines will offer more or less the same in terms of performance and noise levels but the turbo diesel will be much more efficient than its regular counterpart, so that model will be aimed at budget-minded buyers.
The new SUV has various additions to its design that make it not only a more comfortable driving experience, but a safer one too. Apart from industry-standard gadgets and parts, the SUV will also feature some innovative experiments, such as a pedestrian airbag. Land Rover have also refined the user interface, completely throwing out the old design in favor of a sleeker, more intuitive one based on touchscreen controls and a carefully designed menu layout. Most reviewers have been very positive towards the new system, calling it a definite improvement over the old one.
And the most important aspect of the SUV – the driving experience – is nothing short of amazing, according to those who’ve had a chance to sit behind its wheel. This is obviously a 2015 vehicle, most reviewers are saying, as the added use of technology has definite noticeable effects on the overall experience, and the vehicle feels intuitive and smooth to drive. According to some, this could easily be the most comfortable driving experience on the SUV market so far this year, although of course the year is still young.
It’s not a cheap offer, but its price tag seems well justified by everything that the new Land Rover Discovery Sport has to offer. It’s obviously aimed at those who know what they’re looking for, buyers that need a little extra power and comfort and are willing to pay the price for it. Those who are looking for a more average SUV with a standard set of features should probably look elsewhere, and while this might not take over the market by storm, it will definitely be recognized by those it’s aimed at, buyers with a refined taste.