2019 Land Rover Discovery Sport Review

The Land Rover Discovery Sport was launched in 2014 and is still in production today. It replaced the Freelander in a revised Land Rover lineup, with Discovery becoming a sub-brand of Range Rover. Although the Freelander model series was a successful way for Land Rover to join the medium SUV market, the company believed that the Freelander name was tarnished with unreliability and that the Discovery brand was more satisfying.

The pre-facelift Discovery Sport is based on the JLR D8/LR-MS platform, which is also used in the Jaguar E-pace and the Range Rover Evoque L551. In 2019, the Land Rover Discovery Sport underwent a facelift based on an all-new Jaguar Land Rover Premium Transverse Architecture (PTA) chassis.

The 2019 Land Rover Discovery Sport has a single engine option: a 2.0 L (Petrol) engine coupled to a 9-speed automated transmission.

2019 Land Rover Discovery Sport Grades

1. SE- This grade comes with a Santorini black contrast roof, heated windscreen, heated front & rear seats, heated leather steering wheel, side vents, Meridian audio system, 380W & subwoofers, gesture tailgate, speed-compensated volume control, and Bluetooth connectivity.
2. HSE- This grade has Sirius XM satellite & HD Radio, climate control, 20-inch alloy wheels, front & rear badging, head-up display, parallel & perpendicular park assist, third-row ventilation, Auto high-beam assist, and Traffic sign recognition.
3. HSE LUXURY- This grade boasts 825W subwoofers, Meridian Audio system, Narvik black side fender vent, 20-inch alloy wheels, autonomous emergency braking, reverse traffic detection, heated windscreen, third-row air vent, and heated front & rear seats.

Interior

Legroom & Space

The interior of the 2019 Land Rover Discovery Sport is classy and pleasant.

There is plenty of headroom and legroom in the first row, as well as seats that can recline and provide lumbar support. The second row is likewise more comfortable, with plenty of knee and headroom.

Because of the limited headroom and legroom, the optional third row of seats has been designed specifically for children.

Cabin Storage

The first row of the 2019 Land Rover Discovery Sport features two cupholders, a center console, a glovebox compartment, and door pockets. The second row includes two cupholders on the armrest as well as door pockets.

Boot Space

The 2019 Land Rover Discovery Sport has a cargo capacity of 34.6 cubic feet with the rear seats up and 62.7 cubic feet with them folding. Its tailgate is electronically actuated, which comes in handy when your hands are full of cargo.

Exterior

The 2019 Land Rover Discovery Sport features a honeycomb-style grille with the Land Rover badge mounted to it. LED lights and fog lights give this car a sporty and sophisticated appeal.

The back of this car is defined by a sloping roof line and a lip spoiler. LED taillights and turn signals can also be sported.

2019 Land Rover Discovery Sport Safety Features

The 2019 Land Rover Discovery Sport features SRS Airbags, Curtain airbags, DCS and TCS, ABS, Electronic Stability Control, Pre-crash Safety System, Radar Cruise Control, Blind Spot Detection, Pedestrian Warning, Lane Departure Alert, Frontal Collision Warning, Automatic High Beam, Run Flat tires, Active Roll Stabilization, and Electronic Damping Control.

2019 Land Rover Discovery Sport Fuel Consumption

2019 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0 L petrol engine consumption-  10.3 km/l on average

2019 Land Rover Discovery Sport Acceleration

2019 Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0 L petrol engine accelerates from 0-100km/h in 7.9 secs

2019 Land Rover Discovery Sport Fuel Tank Capacity: 65 liters

Ground Clearance

The 2019 Land Rover Discovery Sport has a ground clearance of 8.3 inches.

Service Intervals

Minor Service: At 5,000 km. Requires Air Cleaner, Oil Filter, and Engine Oil.

Major Service: At 10,000km. Requires Air Cleaner, Oil Filter, Fuel Filter, ATF Filter, Cabin Filter, Plugs, Front Brake Pads, Rear Brake Pads, ATF Oil, and Engine Oil.

Spare Parts and Availability

Service parts are fairly priced and available in major towns in Kenya. Body parts are expensive and mostly available in Nairobi

Stability And Handling

The 2019 Land Rover Discovery Sport has excellent handling and stability regardless of road conditions. Its suspension technology protects passengers in the cabin from unstable motions caused by uneven road surfaces.

When the driver needs to come to a complete stop quickly, such as when trying to avoid hitting a person or an object, brake discs are up to the task. The steering wheel, which is an important component of this vehicle, is easy to control and can be electronically adjusted to the driver’s preferred position.

This car comes standard with adaptive traction control, Active Roll Stabilisation, and Electronic Damping Control to help it handle diverse situations with ease.

Reliability

The 2019 Land Rover Discovery Sport is regarded as a dependable vehicle after the manufacturer made minor improvements to address issues with previous generations. To continue enjoying this car, it must be serviced on a regular basis.

However, some owners have complained about the vehicle’s powertrain, claiming that there was a latency between pressing the pedal and the vehicle actually accelerating.

Refer to the Land Rover Discovery Sport buyer guide for a thorough dependability report. We also urge that you always follow the instructions in the owner’s manual.

Resale Value: Average

Land Rover Discovery Sport Competitors: Audi Q5, BMW X3, Mercedes Benz GLE, Volvo XC60, Lexus NX, and Mercedes Benz GLB.

What we like about the 2019 Land Rover Discovery Sport

Above-average off-road capability

Plenty of passenger and cargo space

What we don’t

Below-average fuel economy

The cabin is well-made but less luxurious when compared to its competitors

Conclusion

The 2019 Land Rover Discovery Sport is a very versatile vehicle. The working class can use it for commuting in cities and towns, and for individuals who want to test their driving skills in extreme off-road terrain, this compact SUV is the go-to car.