2002 Land Rover Discovery Series II Review
Fuel Economy
13 mpg
Summary
What Edmunds.com says
There are two reasons to buy this truck: either you need incredible off-road capability or you need to show off to the neighbors. If you have different needs, buy a different SUV.
Pros
Off-road ability, unique design, advanced handling features.
Cons
Difficult entry and egress, quirky ergonomics, not much cargo space, poor gas mileage from underpowered V8.
What's New for 2002
Discovery gets new alloy wheels, along with a standard 300-watt Harman Kardon sound system and an available factory-installed navigation system.
Consumer Ratings & Reviews
Disco
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 5 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 1 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 1 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2002 Land Rover Discovery Series II SE 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 8cyl 4A)
Review
This was one of the nicest vehicles I have ever owned, but unfortunately, the maintenance is outrageous. After spending some serious cash fixing little things I returned to a North American truck. I miss it, but not the cost. Hopefully the LR3 will make up for the Disco.
Favorite Features
Interior and 4WD
Suggested Improvements
Keep it simple, it is over engineered
Love my Disco
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 5 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 7 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2002 Land Rover Discovery Series II SE 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 8cyl 4A)
Review
I've owned my Discovery for about a year and a half and I have had no problems at all except 2 broken window regulators. I take this thing offroad every chance I get and it can take it all. The performance definitely could be better. Its sort of quick from about 30-50 with sport mode engaged (engine sounds great at 5800 rpm). Turns heads everywhere I go. I do only drive this car about 2500 miles a year (about 500 offroad) and never a problem.
Favorite Features
Dual sunroofs, 2 speed transfer case, interior design
Suggested Improvements
Gas mileage, more power, recall the 2 front window regulators
It is what it is!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 6 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 5 |
| Comfort: | 4 | Interior Design: | 4 | Reliability: | 5 |
| Fuel Economy: | 2 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2002 Land Rover Discovery Series II SD 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 8cyl 4A)
Review
I had always wanted a Land Rover (I am an outdoor wannabe!). I still would like a Defender. This truck is all I expected. It looks good and is made with typical British workmanship, put together well with parts that always seem to be a bit inferior. I used to have a Jaguar and it was the same. My only big complaint is that the brake and accelerator are too close together. I am now used to it, but anyone who uses the car fresh could be in dangerous territory. My wife let her mother drive it a short distance. She hit the brake and accelerator at the same time (with the same foot) and ran over a mini-van and a handicapped sign! Fortunately, no one was injured. I love it!
Favorite Features
Ruggedness, 4 wheel drive, and looks.
Suggested Improvements
Move brake pedal to left. Make console more user friendly. Move door lock switch to doors as it is very difficult to find in the dark. Move front windows to upper controls, rather than lower. It seems backwards.
Outstanding Vehicle
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 5 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2002 Land Rover Discovery Series II SE 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 8cyl 4A)
Review
I don't know what all the chatter about Rover's subpar reliability is all about. This is my second Discovery - my wife totalled the first at about 70 MPH (all passengers walked away) making replacement a simple choice. This has been an incredibly reliable vehicle, on road and off. Sure, some services (particularly brakes and tires) aren't cheap, but it is the most solid vehicle I have ever driven and I am willing to pay for quality. Not a squeak or rattle in over 70K fairly hard miles. Mine has survived Hurricanes Katrina & Rita in addition to several hard Colorado winters without a whimper. Fuel economy is suboptimal, I agree - as soon as Rover addresses that, I will gladly buy another.
Favorite Features
Build quality (this vehicle is solid), off road prowess, handling in snow and rain, reliability.
Suggested Improvements
Stereo/speakers: should be better in a vehicle of this caliber. Used to be better before Ford bought from BMW.
Love My Disco II
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 5 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 8 |
| Fuel Economy: | 3 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2002 Land Rover Discovery Series II SD 4WD 4dr SUV (4.0L 8cyl 4A)
Review
I wanted a Land rover Discovery since I first was one but had to wait until I could buy it at the right price. Thanks to high gas prices my time arrived. Very nice ride for a truck. This is not a sissy SUV, but one that will go almost anywhere. Parts are a bit pricey, but if you show e-bay you can find deals and new and used items.
Favorite Features
The styling is excellent. I like the dash layout and ride height. The cargo area is vast.
Suggested Improvements
Better gas mileage. Split rear door. No power and a manual 6 speed tranny.
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