1996 Land Rover Discovery
The new Land Rover Discovery is a large SUV offered in both 5D SUV and 3D SUV body styles. Available in Australia from $44,995 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the Base variant and topping out at $67,170 for the ES.
There are 2 variants of the Discovery available in Australia.
Engine options include 4L multi-point injection (134kW/304Nm) and 2.5L turbo diesel direct injection (83kW/265Nm). Available with 4-speed automatic or 5-speed manual transmissions. All variants feature four-wheel drive.
The new 1996 Discovery is offered with a 2 year, 50,000 km warranty.
Retail Price
Transmission
4-speed auto or 5-speed manual
Driven Wheels
4x4
Fuel Type
Diesel or Unleaded
Body Types
SUV
Powertrain Type
4x4

Retail Price
Transmission
4-speed auto or 5-speed manual
Driven Wheels
4x4
Fuel Type
Diesel or Unleaded
Body Types
SUV
Powertrain Type
4x4
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Land Rover Discovery
Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
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Interior
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
Protection, prevention, and alerts
Cost of Ownership
Coverage, maintenance, and peace of mind
Available Variants
The Land Rover Discovery comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being ES.
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Dimensions
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,524 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,793 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,928 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,540 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,900 mm |
| Load Capacity | 855 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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Land Rover Discovery
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Land Rover Discovery is the Base that starts from $44,995.
See all Land Rover Discovery PricingThe most expensive Land Rover Discovery is the ES that starts from $67,170.
See all Land Rover Discovery PricingThe best towing capacity of a Land Rover Discovery is 3500 kg offered by the following variants: Base and ES.
See all Land Rover Discovery towing capacityThe largest Land Rover Discovery is the Base which measures 1793mm wide, 4524mm in length and sits 1968mm tall.
The most powerful Land Rover Discovery is the Base which has 134kW of power from its 4L Multi-Point Injection engine.
The Land Rover Discovery is built in Great Britain and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Land Rover Discovery is the Base which weighs 2720 kg (kerb weight).
The Land Rover Discovery may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Unleaded or Diesel.
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