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2018 Land Rover Discovery: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The most important change for the 2018 Land Rover Discovery is that emergency braking with pedestrian detection became standard on every trim. This was otherwise a light update, not a redesign.
About the 2018 Land Rover Discovery
5th generation Discovery, second model year after the all-new 2017 redesign.
Land Rover positioned the Discovery as its full-size family SUV that blends premium comfort with genuine trail ability. In the brand’s own messaging, it is the versatile, three-row Discovery-family model: roomy enough for adults across multiple rows, strong at towing, and still built to handle rough terrain and bad weather. What separates it from many luxury three-row rivals is that its cabin flexibility and upscale feel sit alongside real 4WD capability rather than just a rugged look.
The 2018 Discovery remains a roomy, upscale SUV with serious off-road hardware. SE covers the essentials with leather seating, a panoramic glass roof, and touchscreen navigation, while HSE adds richer cabin technology and comfort features. HSE Luxury is the most comfort-focused trim, with seven seats, power-folding third-row seating, air suspension, low-range gearing, and upgraded leather.
What changed, by category
Safety
Emergency braking with pedestrian detection became standard across the lineup.
Tech
A 10-inch touchscreen system with navigation became standard on every trim. HSE and HSE Luxury also gained a standard 12.3-inch digital driver display and standard park assist. Fog lights changed from standard to optional on HSE.
Powertrain
The diesel V6 expanded to the SE trim.
2018 Land Rover Discovery specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V6, Turbo Diesel, 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 |
| Drivetrain | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD |
| Fuel Type | Diesel / Gas | Diesel / Gas | Diesel / Gas |
| MPG City | 16–21 mpg | 16–21 mpg | 16–21 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 21–26 mpg | 21–26 mpg | 21–26 mpg |
| Horsepower | 254–340 hp | 254–340 hp | 254–340 hp |
| Torque | 332–443 lb-ft | 332–443 lb-ft | 332–443 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 8201 lb | 8201 lb | 8201 lb |
| Seats | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | |||
| Alarm System | |||
| Automatic High Beams | |||
| Blindspot Sensors | |||
| Lane Departure Warning | |||
| Park Assist | |||
| Rear View Camera | |||
| 360 Camera | |||
| Alloy Wheels | |||
| Fog Lights | |||
| LED Headlights | |||
| Panorama Moon Roof | |||
| Roof Rails | |||
| Navigation System | |||
| Premium Audio | |||
| Rear DVD Entertainment System | |||
| Smartphone Interface | |||
| 4-Zone Automatic Air Conditioning | |||
| 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 | |||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||
| Push-Button Engine Start | |||
| Rear Window Shades | |||
| Reclining Rear Seats | |||
| Third Row Seat | |||
| Tri-Zone Automatic Air Conditioning | |||
| Wood Interior Trim | |||
Frequently asked questions
What is the biggest change to the 2018 Land Rover Discovery?
The biggest change is standard emergency braking with pedestrian detection on every 2018 Discovery trim. It was part of a light equipment update rather than a redesign.
Does every 2018 Land Rover Discovery have the 10-inch touchscreen with navigation?
Yes. The 10-inch touchscreen infotainment system with navigation became standard across the 2018 Discovery lineup.
Was the diesel engine offered on the 2018 Discovery SE?
Yes. For 2018, the diesel V6 expanded to the SE trim; it was not offered on the 2017 SE.
What changed on the 2018 Discovery HSE and HSE Luxury trims?
Both HSE and HSE Luxury gained a standard 12.3-inch digital driver display, the standard 10-inch navigation touchscreen, standard emergency braking with pedestrian detection, and standard park assist. HSE fog lights changed from standard to optional.
Is the 2018 Land Rover Discovery a redesign?
No. The 2018 Discovery is the second model year of the fifth-generation design introduced for 2017, so its changes are mainly added standard safety and technology equipment.
2018 Land Rover Discovery Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2018 Land Rover Discovery.
3.8
2018 Land Rover Discovery
(223 reviews)
“LOVe IT if I had to say anything negative about it would be I loose items a lot down the sides of the 2 front seats and its so narrow hard to get in out, i would tell them to buy something to be able to put i the cracks.”
“The vehicle's handling and ride are very smooth. I really like all of the luxury features and technology. The styling is also distinctive, especially with the black rims that I chose. I like the push-button start and the shifting dial that pops up. I like the panoramic moon roof but wish that I could actually open it.”