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Verdict
Large 7-seat SUV tested at 5 stars by Euro NCAP in 2017, sold in France with three diesels (Td4 180, Sd4 240, Td6 258) and a V6 petrol. Carbuyer describes uneven reliability ("Russian roulette"), with electronic and air suspension problems, and engine failures are reported on the diesels: a complete service history is essential.
- Reliability
- 3.5/5
- Indicative prices
- €18,700 – €34,000
- Monthly cost
- €468
- Euro NCAP
- 5/5
Which version to choose
Versions to favour: Sd4 240, Td6 258.
Td4 180
Diesel · Automatic · 180 hp · Crit'Air 2
2.0 diesel with 180 hp, automatic gearbox; the entry-level version of the 2017 French range.
Sd4 240
✓ RecommendedDiesel · Automatic · 240 hp · 6.4 L/100 km · 168 g CO₂/km · Crit'Air 2
2.0 diesel with 240 hp and 500 Nm, 0 to 100 km/h in 8.3 s according to L'argus: the best-selling version of the launch range. Engine failures are reported on this engine.
Td6 258
✓ RecommendedDiesel · Automatic · 258 hp · Crit'Air 2
3.0 diesel V6 with 258 hp, air suspension and two-speed transfer box as standard; the most suitable for towing according to L'argus. Malus of €9,660 at launch in France.
Si6 340
Petrol · Automatic · 340 hp · Crit'Air 1
340 hp V6 petrol, offered at the same price level as the Td6 at launch.
Market prices
€18,700 – €34,000
Indicative range: 2017 to 2026, yearly medians of 176 online listings collected by iAutos (years with at least 3 listings).
Collected on 20 October 2026 from the sources below. Our own survey of listings, by year and mileage, will refine it.
Known faults
Engine failure on diesels
Severity 3/3 · SeriousFiches-auto identifies engine failure as the fault most reported by Sd4 owners (7 reviews, low volume). Carbuyer cites metal particles in the Sd4's oil, possibly due to faulty piston rings, and a few cases of catastrophic engine failure on the diesel V6. An LR Direct technical guide also lists the Discovery 5 among models affected by premature failures of the 2.0 Ingenium diesel. Few vehicles are reported to be affected.
- Versions
- Sd4 240, Td6 258
- Onset
- not documented
- Repair
- not documented
Faulty air suspension
Severity 2/3 · CostlyCarbuyer says the air suspension pump can fail with age, causing the car to lean to one side; it advises lowering and then raising the car to check that it stays level. On a forum, owners report air loss from the dryer or a fitting rather than the compressor: the leak must be located before replacing an expensive part.
- Versions
- Td6 258
- Onset
- not documented
- Repair
- not documented
Electronic and infotainment bugs
Severity 1/3 · AnnoyingCarbuyer cites the touchscreen infotainment system as the most frequent complaint from first owners (slowness, freezing) and mentions electrical faults that are hard to diagnose. A 2018 manufacturer technical bulletin (TrueDelta database, North American market) concerns update problems with the InControl Touch Pro system.
- Versions
- Td4 180, Sd4 240, Td6 258, Si6 340
- Onset
- not documented
- Repair
- not documented
Manufacturer recalls
See the official list on RappelConso (new tab) (French government recall site: category “Automobiles et moyens de déplacement”, search “Land Rover Discovery”). A dealer for the brand can also check, using the vehicle identification number (VIN), that recalls have been carried out.
Real monthly cost
Fuel, insurance, maintenance and depreciation, excluding finance. Move the slider to match your mileage. How it is calculated
| Fuel or electricity | €173 |
|---|---|
| Insurance | €70 |
| Maintenance | €38 |
| Depreciation | €187 |
| Total per month | €468 |
⚠ Estimates to treat with caution
- NEDC consumption (older, more optimistic than WLTP) as no WLTP figure is published: fuel is probably slightly underestimated.
- Maintenance: published servicing price plus an estimated allowance for tyres and brakes.
- Depreciation estimated at 12% of the median price a year, as no year-by-year valuation is usable.
Calculation details (12,000 km a year)
- Fuel (diesel)€173
Sd4 240 version: combined consumption of 6.4 L/100 km, increased by 15% for real-world driving, at 2.347 €/L, for 1,000 km a month.
6.4 × 1.15 × 2.347 € × 10 = €173
Diesel price: French national average on 7 October 2026.
- Insurance€70
Average monthly premium published for this model by insurance comparison sites (comprehensive cover when stated). Your premium depends on your profile.
- Maintenance€38
Servicing and wear parts (tyres, brakes) for 12,000 km a year, per month.
- Depreciation€187
Value lost in a year by a typical example, from the valuation gap between two years, per month.
Inspection checklist
Land Rover Discovery V — inspection checklist
Things to check
- Require the complete service book and invoices (regular oil changes), especially on diesels where engine failures are reported.
- Have the engine oil checked by a Land Rover specialist (metal particles reported on the Sd4).
- Test the air suspension: lower then raise the car, check that it stays level and that no warning light appears.
- Test the touchscreen infotainment (slowness, freezing) and have the vehicle run an electronic diagnostic.
- Check with the serial number at a Land Rover dealership that the recalls and updates have been carried out.
- Check the windscreen seal (water leaks reported) and the proper operation of the electric parking brake.
Questions to ask the seller
- Has the vehicle been serviced within the Land Rover network? Do you have all the invoices?
- Has the engine or the air suspension already been repaired or replaced?
- Have the recalls and infotainment system updates been carried out?
Test-drive tip: read the fault codes
A warning light that is off proves nothing: a fault may have been cleared just before the viewing. A Bluetooth OBD2 scanner, plugged in under the steering wheel and read on your phone, shows stored codes and whether all emissions readiness tests have run since the last reset.
Electric or hybrid equivalent
No direct electric or hybrid equivalent in our guides. Simulate combustion vs electric cost
Alternatives
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- Price
- €33,200 – €88,400
- Reliability
- 4/5
- Fuel types
- Diesel, Hybrid
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Škoda Kodiaq
I · 2016–2024
- Price
- €18,000 – €35,700
- Reliability
- 4/5
- Fuel types
- Petrol, Diesel
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Hyundai Santa Fe
IV · 2018–2023
- Price
- €24,900 – €32,700
- Reliability
- not rated
- Fuel types
- Diesel, Hybrid
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IV · since 2020
- Price
- €32,985 – €50,440
- Reliability
- not rated
- Fuel types
- Hybrid
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Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace
I · 2017–2024
- Price
- €22,600 – €37,500
- Reliability
- 4.5/5
- Fuel types
- Petrol, Diesel
Before you buy: check and equip
Check the history
Before paying, check the administrative status (lien, objection, declared claims) and the mileage recorded at the roadworthiness test.
Read fault codes
An OBD scanner plugged in under the steering wheel shows stored fault codes, even with warning lights off: useful during the test drive.
Parts and maintenance
Compare prices of parts for the Land Rover Discovery V (timing, brakes, filters) to estimate the repairs to plan for.
Insure the car
Insurance prices vary widely from one model to another: get a quote before signing.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Land Rover Discovery 5 reliable?
Carbuyer describes uneven reliability ("Russian roulette"): some owners have no problems at all, while others spend a lot of time in the workshop. It cites electrical faults, the air suspension and a few engine failures on the diesels.
What Euro NCAP rating did the Discovery 5 get?
5 stars, tested in January 2017: 90% for adult protection, 80% for child, 75% for pedestrians and 73% for driver assistance (Practical Motoring). The body did note, however, that the driver's airbag bottomed out in the frontal impact and that the driver's door unlatched in the side impact.
What is the boot capacity of the Discovery 5?
About 817 litres in 7-seat configuration with the third row folded, and up to 2,500 litres at most; fiches-auto gives 258 litres with all three rows raised.
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