2003 Land Rover Discovery Research & Reviews

Overview & Reviews

Average Score

4.01/5 Average
147 Total Reviews
This Year's Model Updates:

Land Rover has made a number of updates to its 2003 Discovery. In terms of mechanical components, the company has installed a more powerful 4.6-liter V8 engine and has improved the steering, brakes and suspension. Styling is revised front and rear, including headlamps that mimic its bigger brother's, the Range Rover. New interior treatments grace the cabin, and a rear park distance control is now an option. Finally, Land Rover has dropped the "Series II" nomenclature, and it's now simply called "Discovery."

Pros:
  • Great off-road ability, unique exterior design, advanced handling features.
Cons:
  • Difficult entry and egress, quirky interior design, not much cargo space, poor gas mileage.

User Reviews:

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  • Worth every penny - 2003 Land Rover Discovery
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    Great SUV clean, turns heads, sexy look,fun to drive, very solid,everything a hummer offers but more practicle. 2003 comes with a great warranty and if still in doubt about british engineering get their extended warranty. Fuel economy sucks but if this is a major concern than buy a Honda.

  • HSE Disc II - 2003 Land Rover Discovery
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    I purchased the 2003 HSE Disc II. I received everything I expected and more from my Land Rover. I love the redesigned look for the 2003. The vehicle has great acceleration and towing capacity. If your lloking for a luxury SUV with great off road handling, this is the vehicle for you.

  • Concerned, Happy So Far! - 2003 Land Rover Discovery
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    I always liked the exterior design of the Land Rover. I have clients who are mechanics and they said stay away from these vehicles. Therefore I leased my wife one b/c she loves it and does to date. I hedged my bet by leasing and keeping ownership under warranty. I must say I love driving it on the weekends. Lots of fun, I cant wait to go off-road if my wife lets me. Very happy thus far!

  • Concerned, Happy So Far! - 2003 Land Rover Discovery
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    I always liked the exterior design of the Land Rover. I have clients who are mechanics and they said stay away from these vehicles. Therefore I leased my wife one b/c she loves it and does to date. I hedged my bet by leasing and keeping ownership under warranty. I must say I love driving it on the weekends. Lots of fun, I cant wait to go off-road if my wife lets me. Very happy thus far!

  • Best in Class - 2003 Land Rover Discovery
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    while no vehicle is perfect, the Discovery seems to be the best all- around of the SUVs. It performs like a tank off-road and a luxury car on- road.

  • Ruff Rider - 2003 Land Rover Discovery
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    Im at 150,000 Km and am finding that every few months Im having to spend a couple of hundred dollars on repairs. But I absolutely love my Disco! I read all of the reviews out there before I bought it (so I knew what to expect but decided I didnt care). Something about these you either love em or hate em. Just make sure you take into consideration the high cost of maintenance on this vehicle in conparison to an American or Japanese vehicle. As for the style or ability, there is nothing else like it out there.I hate all of these bubble crossovers. Bottom line Ive had my truck for almost 3 years and still look forward to getting inside and driving around town especially in the snow.

  • Solid truck - 2003 Land Rover Discovery
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    Had the truck about three weeks and fouind the 2003 SE to be a large improvement over a friends 2002 especially in pick up and cornering. So far no problems at all. The Disco is fun to drive in the city and hopefully good off road this winter.

  • A Classy Vehicle never goes out of style - 2003 Land Rover Discovery
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    I just purchased a 2003 Land Rover Discovery SE7, with 44.5k miles (vienna green). I love driving my Rovie thus far; classy, beautiful looks with refinements, all leather, and plush interior. I get alot of looks from other drivers, envious perhaps or maybe its not their cup of tea. Have not had any problems or issues, however I need to purchase the original oweners manual, since there was none at the time of purchase. I am going to baby my land rover or at least attempt to feather the gas pedal...I used to have a 1995 Chevrolet Silverado ex- cab...this rangie still gets better gas mileage than most SUVS. Check all vehicles before buying and perhaps purchase and extended warranty for used vehi

  • LUV My Land Rover - 2003 Land Rover Discovery
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    I absolutely love my Land Rover. It sounds like some folks have trouble with theirs, but I have had none. I am going on almost a year now with it. I love the seating position, it drives through anything (including 18 inches of snow this last winter). There is tons of room for anything you would ever want to take with you. My Dad bought a 4Runner at the same time I bought the Discovery and is ready to get rid of his car now that he has driven mine. The dealership is great. They are friendly, keep to their appointments and finish on time. Just budget for GAS!!! I spend about $200 a month driving around town. Its a lot - but well worth it to me.

  • Disco Series IIA - 2003 Land Rover Discovery
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    This is my second Disco and I must say its been the most complete vehicle I have ever owned.

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