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2017 Land Rover Discovery: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2017 Land Rover Discovery is an all-new fifth-generation model that replaces the LR4 in the U.S. Its headline change is a complete redesign built around a much lighter aluminum-intensive structure.
About the 2017 Land Rover Discovery
5th generation Discovery (L462), first U.S. model year; all-new replacement for the LR4.
Land Rover positions the Discovery as a premium three-row SUV that does real family hauling and real off-road work at the same time. The brand leans on its adult-sized third row, flexible cargo and seating solutions, strong towing ability, and trademark all-terrain confidence, while also presenting it as a more modern, more polished alternative to the boxier LR4. In this class, its calling card is simple: more adventure capability and towing confidence than most luxury family SUVs, without giving up comfort or upscale design.
The SE emphasizes the redesigned Discovery's essentials, including a 340-hp supercharged V6, four-wheel drive, a panoramic glass roof, and an 8-inch touchscreen. HSE adds a 10-inch navigation screen and richer cabin equipment, while the seven-seat HSE Luxury brings air suspension, upgraded leather, heated front and rear seats, and stronger off-road hardware. The launch-only First Edition is the nearly loaded showcase, with powered rear seating, premium audio, distinctive trim, and the broadest driver-assistance package.
What changed, by category
Structural
A new aluminum-intensive structure cuts roughly 1,000 pounds compared with the outgoing LR4.
Styling
The exterior and cabin are completely redesigned, giving the Discovery a more modern shape and improving interior packaging.
Powertrain
Diesel V6 versions join the HSE and HSE Luxury trims. Every 2017 Discovery has four-wheel drive and an eight-speed automatic transmission.
Tech
The redesigned cabin introduces updated infotainment, including an 8-inch touchscreen in SE and a 10-inch navigation touchscreen in HSE, HSE Luxury, and First Edition.
Safety
The new driver-assistance setup supports features such as emergency braking, lane-keeping assistance, blind-spot monitoring, automated parking, and a surround-view camera; the First Edition carries the full package.
2017 Land Rover Discovery specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V6, Supercharged, 3.0 Liter | V6, Supercharged, 3.0 Liter / V6, Turbo Diesel, 3.0 Liter | V6, Supercharged, 3.0 Liter / V6, Turbo Diesel, 3.0 Liter | V6, Supercharged, 3.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd |
| Drivetrain | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas / Diesel | Gas / Diesel | Gas |
| MPG City | 16 mpg | 16–21 mpg | 16–21 mpg | 16 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 21 mpg | 21–26 mpg | 21–26 mpg | 21 mpg |
| Horsepower | 340 hp | 254–340 hp | 254–340 hp | 340 hp |
| Torque | 332 lb-ft | 332–443 lb-ft | 332–443 lb-ft | 332 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 8201 lb | 8201 lb | 8201 lb | 8201 lb |
| Seats | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||||
| Adaptive Headlights | ||||
| Alarm System | ||||
| Automatic High Beams | ||||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||||
| Front & Rear Parking Sensors | ||||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||||
| Park Assist | ||||
| Rear Parking Sensors | ||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||
| 360 Camera | ||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | ||||
| Fog Lights | ||||
| Heated Windshield | ||||
| LED Headlights | ||||
| Panorama Moon Roof | ||||
| Roof Rails | ||||
| Trailer Hitch Receiver | ||||
| Navigation System | ||||
| Premium Audio | ||||
| Rear DVD Entertainment System | ||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||
| 4-Zone Automatic Air Conditioning | ||||
| Aluminum Interior Trim | ||||
| Cooled Seats | ||||
| Cooled Rear Seats | ||||
| Dual Power Rear Seats | ||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||||
| Folding Rear Seat | ||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||
| Heated Rear Seats | ||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||||
| Leather Seats | ||||
| Massage Front Seat | ||||
| Memory Driver's Seat | ||||
| Power Steering | ||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||
| Rear Window Shades | ||||
| Reclining Rear Seats | ||||
| Third Row Seat | ||||
| Tri-Zone Automatic Air Conditioning | ||||
| Wood Interior Trim | ||||
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2017 Land Rover Discovery a full redesign?
Yes. The 2017 Discovery is the first U.S. model year of the fifth generation, with a new body, cabin, aluminum-intensive structure, trim lineup, and electronic architecture.
Did the 2017 Discovery replace the LR4?
Yes. Land Rover replaced the LR4 nameplate in the U.S. with the all-new fifth-generation Discovery for 2017.
What engines does the 2017 Land Rover Discovery have?
The 2017 Discovery has a 340-hp supercharged 3.0-liter gas V6, while HSE and HSE Luxury were also offered with a diesel engine. Every version uses an eight-speed automatic transmission and four-wheel drive.
How much lighter is the 2017 Discovery than the LR4?
The 2017 Discovery is roughly 1,000 pounds lighter than the outgoing LR4, mainly because of its new aluminum-intensive structure.
What is the 2017 Discovery First Edition?
The First Edition is a launch-year special trim that showcases the redesigned Discovery with exclusive exterior details, seven seats, air suspension, upgraded leather and audio, a 10-inch navigation screen, and an extensive driver-assistance package.
2017 Land Rover Discovery Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2017 Land Rover Discovery.
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2017 Land Rover Discovery
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“Gorgeous car that catches a lot of looks! Drives beautifully, lots of fun options, a great value!”
“This is my first time owning a Land Rover. It's also the first car that I haven't had any issues with within the first year of owning. Very happy with the quality of my car.”