Land Rover Discovery Sport launched at Rs 46.10 lac

JLR India’s announcement of the new Discovery Sport price — starting at Rs 46.10 lac ex-Mumbai, was greeted with hoots and whistles. The new Sport is the first of a line of upcoming Discovery-based vehicles, meant to bridge the gap between the Land Rover and Range Rover vehicles. Available in four variants and two engine options, the new Discovery Sport is the only vehicle in its segment to offer 5+2 seating (in 3 of the 4 variants).

Engines on offer are the 150PS/400Nm TD4 and the 180PS/420Nm SD4 2.2-litre four cylinder diesels. Both use a 9-speed automatic transmission. The vehicle is flush with technology — there’s Adaptive Dynamics and MagneRide on the top variants and a Terrain Response System standard across the range. 4WD is full-time and uses an electronic Haldex centre differential.

Visually, the Discovery Sport is more imposing than the Evoque, and reflects the styling that’s gone into its larger, more upscale brethren recently. The front fascia and headlamps in particular recall the Range Rover. It’s not all lipstick on a pig, however. There’s still a 600mm wading capability, along with 25 and 21 degree approach and departure angles respectively. Significantly, the new Discovery Sport will be manufactured by JLR in their Pune facility, no doubt contributing to its competitive price.

JLR will offer a 3 year/100,000km warranty and a complimentary 3 year service pack with the vehicle. While local manufacturing has begun, you might want to put in your order ASAP; JLR claims it has received 300 confirmed orders for the Sport already.

Prices

2.2L TD4 Diesel S : INR 46.10 Lacs (5 Seats)
2.2L TD4 Diesel SE: INR 51.01 Lacs (5 Seats), INR 52.50 Lacs (5+2 Seats)
2.2L TD4 Diesel HSE: INR 53.34 Lacs (5 Seats), INR 54.83 Lacs (5+2 Seats)
2.2L SD4 Diesel HSE Luxury: INR 60.70 Lacs (5 Seats), INR 62.18 Lacs (5+2 Seats)