(November 13, 2017) MAHWAH, N.J. — Following its introduction earlier this year as a 2017 model, the fifth generation Land Rover Discovery has witnessed strong sales in North America. Now entering its second year of production, Land Rover continues its momentum with the introduction of new technology features, enhancements to its suite of driver assistance systems, expanded powertrain availability and new design options for the 2018 Land Rover Discovery.

All derivatives of the 2018 Land Rover Discovery now feature the Land Rover InControl Touch Pro infotainment system with a 10-inch touchscreen interface on the center console as standard3. Digital connectivity is also enhanced with the introduction of 4G Wi-Fi, providing superior connection speeds for up to eight mobile devices on the move.

For the 2018 model year, the Land Rover Discovery also benefits from the addition of a 12.3-inch Interactive Driver Display TFT instrument cluster as standard fitment on HSE and HSE Luxury models. The high-resolution panel provides contemporary graphics that create the impression of 3D surfaces with exceptional clarity and allow the driver to personalize the visual display around the two main dials working in conjunction with the now standard 10-inch Touch Pro infotainment system.



The 2018 Discovery adds a second-generation Head-Up Display (HUD) as an option on HSE and HSE Luxury models, featuring a wider level of functionality and new full-color display. Now with approximately 2.5 times more display space than its predecessor, the second-gen HUD allows for information such as speed, traffic sign recognition, Adaptive Cruise Control, gear selection and advanced driver assistance system warnings to be projected more clearly onto the windshield ahead of the driver. System functionality has also been expanded to show real time graphics, text, 4x4i and enhanced navigation cues.

On the exterior, a new Bryon Blue colorway is added to the paint palette. Additionally, while vehicles with Dynamic and Black Packs were previously limited to feature Corris Grey or Narvik Black contrast roofs, for 2018 owners can now spec a body colored roof for either of these packs as a no cost option.

Previously exclusive to HSE and HSE Luxury models, the powerful and efficient Td6 diesel engine will now be offered on SE derivatives as well. Delivering 254 horsepower and 443-lb. ft. of torque from its 3.0L turbocharged V6 engine and paired to a ZF 8-speed automatic transmission, the Td6 offers strong performance and increased efficiency over gas models both during normal driving and while towing.

Carrying over from the 2017 model year, an optional Advanced Tow Assist technology can provide semi-autonomous assistance to the driver when reversing a trailer. Using the rotary Terrain Response 2 controller on the center console, the driver can “steer” the trailer using guide lines overlaid on the 10-inch Touch Pro infotainment screen; the vehicle determines which steering inputs are required to achieve the desired outcome and the driver is only responsible for modulating brake and throttle5. In addition to Advanced Tow Assist, other towing capabilities of the vehicle include:

    • Rear Height Assist — helps the driver to lower and raise the height of the rear of the vehicle making hitching a trailer simple

    • Hitch Assist — guides the driver to the trailer hitch point by displaying trajectory lines on the touchscreen feed which simplifies the process

    • Trailer Stability Assist — provides assistance by detecting trailer sway and reducing the speed of the vehicle to help restore control to the driver