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The Discovery 4 was the final iteration of the second-generation version of Land Rover’s long-serving, off-road capable SUV.
Released in 2009 it offered the choice of 3.0-litre turbo-diesel V6 or 5.0-litre petrol V8 power, both matched with a six-speed auto transmission.
The line-up currently starts at $29,590 for the Discovery 4 3.0 SDV6 SE and ranges through to $49,390 for the range-topping Discovery 4 3.0 TDV6.
The Discovery hasn’t done a lot of kays for its age, presumably those it has done have been tooling around town. If it’s in great shape, has been well maintained and serviced and hasn’t been used off-road I would tend to go for the Land Rover. Against that the Jeep has a good reputation as a towing vehicle, and it’s new, which adds to its appeal.
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The recommended interval is 24,000 km or 12 months, not 24,000 km and how ever many months it might take to do 24,000 km. The time recommendation is specified to cover those items that deteriorate with time rather than kays. Have the service done.
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The Discovery 4 is highly regarded by owners. It’s a very capable off-roader, comfortable and refined on the road, and there are few issues to worry about. Service costs are high if you use a factory dealer, but there are plenty of independent mechanics able to take care of it for you. When checking a Discovery check for use off-road, and look for one that has been pampered within the town boundaries. If you don’t want a car that will go off-road perhaps look at a Toyota Kluger 7-seater or a Mazda CX-9.
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