“The Land Rover Discovery provides a luxury ride and excellent technological options for music/entertainment during your drive. The electronic functions however, are not reliable. Locking and unlocking doors very challenging. Activating/deactivating certain features is Inconsistent.... shut off/turn on of other interior options such as radio, engine etc. do not work consistently.”
2019 Land Rover Discovery: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2019 Land Rover Discovery is broader standard equipment, especially on the base SE trim. It is a meaningful feature update rather than a redesign or mechanical overhaul.
About the 2019 Land Rover Discovery
5th generation (L462), introduced for 2017; 2019 is the third model year before the later facelift.
Land Rover positions the Discovery as a family-focused luxury SUV with real utility beyond school runs and highway trips. Its core appeal is versatility: available three-row seating, a large cargo area, strong towing ability, and genuine off-road hardware that many luxury midsize rivals do not offer. In plain terms, the Discovery is meant to be the premium SUV for buyers who want one vehicle to handle family hauling, road trips, bad weather, and rougher terrain without giving up comfort.
The SE is the family-ready core of the 2019 Discovery, with leather seats, a 10-inch touchscreen with navigation, a panoramic roof, and useful parking and driver-assistance features. HSE adds more luxury and highway convenience, while HSE Luxury combines seven seats, richer leather, heated front and rear seats, air suspension, and low-range gearing for difficult terrain.
What changed, by category
Safety
Lane departure warning became standard across the lineup. Adaptive cruise control, automatic high beams, and blind-spot sensors became standard on HSE and HSE Luxury, while SE gained standard park assist along with LED headlights, Lane Keep Assist, Reverse Traffic Detection, and Driver Condition Monitor.
Tech
The Touch Pro touchscreen system received an updated interface and layout. Every trim gained a new multi-function steering wheel with touch-sensitive controls, and SE added a powered inner tailgate.
2019 Land Rover Discovery specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 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 / V6, Turbo Diesel, 3.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd | Automatic, 8-Spd |
| Drivetrain | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD |
| Fuel Type | Gas / Diesel | Gas / Diesel | Gas / Diesel |
| 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 |
| Rear Legroom | 33.5 in | 33.5 in | 33.5 in |
| Seats | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | |||
| Alarm System | |||
| Automatic High Beams | |||
| Blindspot Sensors | |||
| Cruise Control | |||
| Lane Departure Warning | |||
| Park Assist | |||
| Rear View Camera | |||
| 360 Camera | |||
| Alloy Wheels | |||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | |||
| Fog Lights | |||
| LED Headlights | |||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | |||
| Panorama Moon Roof | |||
| Roof Rails | |||
| Navigation System | |||
| Premium Audio | |||
| Rear DVD Entertainment System | |||
| Smartphone Interface | |||
| 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 | |||
| Interior Ambient Lighting | |||
| 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 2019 Land Rover Discovery?
The biggest change is a broader standard-equipment package, led by a better-equipped SE trim. The 2019 update also brought more standard driver aids, a revised touchscreen interface, and new steering-wheel touch controls.
Was the 2019 Land Rover Discovery redesigned?
No, the 2019 Discovery was not redesigned. It remained part of the fifth generation introduced for 2017 and received an equipment and technology update instead.
Which safety features became standard on the 2019 Discovery?
Lane departure warning became standard across the 2019 lineup. HSE and HSE Luxury also made adaptive cruise control, automatic high beams, and blind-spot sensors standard, while SE gained standard park assist and several additional driver aids.
Did the 2019 Discovery get a new infotainment system?
The 2019 Discovery kept the Touch Pro system but received an updated interface and layout. It also added a new steering wheel with touch-sensitive controls across the lineup.
Is the 2019 Land Rover Discovery meaningfully different from the 2018 model?
Yes, mainly in standard equipment rather than design or performance. The 2019 model is the stronger fit for shoppers who value built-in driver assistance and convenience features, especially in the SE trim.
2019 Land Rover Discovery Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2019 Land Rover Discovery.
3.9
2019 Land Rover Discovery
(213 reviews)
“A really great vehicle experience; You can feel the craftsmanship and style. Backup camera view is horrible, I bought a $35 dollar backup camera from Walmart that worked better.”
“They will enjoy the ride, the control, the comfort and the feeling of safety and reliability.”