Overview & Reviews

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."

• Great off-road ability, unique exterior design, advanced handling features.

• Difficult entry and egress, quirky interior design, not much cargo space, poor gas mileage.

User Reviews:

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  Couldnt Be Happier - 2003 Land Rover Discovery
  By Couldnt Be Happier - June 2 - 2:00 am

  I traded in my Mercedes C Class to get back in to a truck (Ive had an Xterra, a Jeep, and a Toyota p/up in the past) and this Land Rover has a drive like nothing Ive ever owned before. The black duragrain in my "S" model is better than leather, I dont miss the sun roof b/c there is a ample light and headroom, and ride is suprisingly smooth considering the off- road prowess that the truck is known for. By the way, this truck has too much muscle to be referred to as an "SUV". Very happy with it!

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  Run from this! Land Rover is the worst. - 2003 Land Rover Discovery
  By Nitzervon - May 9 - 8:30 pm

  There is not a seal on it that does not leak, in 90,000 miles: new motor (twice), transfer case (three times), both differentials, rear driveshaft, power steering pump, power steering box, hydraulic hoses, starter, replaced plug wires (twice, due to sparking between wires), Brakes only last 10,000 miles. I averaged $900 each month in just repair bills. Not to mention 8 miles per gallon. My wife has a Jaguar that is the same way. No wonder every car company in England has to be sold every few years.

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  Climbs Rock - 2003 Land Rover Discovery
  By 4x4xfar - May 9 - 10:00 am

  If you are looking for an adventure, this is the vehicle to go in. I have owned the 2003 model for a few months and have gone rock climbing with the vehicle a few time. I luv it!!

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  Land Rover Discovery Not Comfortable - 2003 Land Rover Discovery
  By tester27 - April 23 - 5:00 pm

  Drivers seat does not sit back far enough nor does the steering wheel lift up far enough for me to get comfortable. Also - gas and brake pedals are too close together... 6 1" - 220 pounds

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  To our Black and Tan, ...cheers! - 2003 Land Rover Discovery
  By decktout1 - April 1 - 2:00 am

  A vehicle designed as if by Architect! Drove it the first week from Phoenix to Telluride, and back by way of the Grand Canyon. With 2 kids and the awesome 2-screen DVD/playstation option on back of both headrests (does not fold down from ceiling in the way of visibility thank goodness!). We all had a blast! Handles great, and has a smooth powerful ride. No downside other than a little more knee room for a 6-3" driver would be nice. Chevy Tahoes are just for the practical masses. Nothing compares to the Disco if you are a car enthusiast with design taste and kids!

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  Discovering Excellence - 2003 Land Rover Discovery
  By Disco Dave - March 26 - 5:16 am

  I love driving the 03 Discovery! I got an HSE, and its amazing! Even though all the gadgets are in strange places, it is definitely a luxury vehicle! It handles all sorts of weather wonderfully, and it drives very smoothly! The 2003 Land Rover Discovery HSE is overall a great vehicle!

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  Defective seat - 2003 Land Rover Discovery
  By mimi1956 - March 12 - 9:14 am

  Our driver side seat craked a couple of years ago on our 2003 Discovery. The same seat keeps blowing the adjustment fuse. We have been getting burnt a little when we turn the heated seat on. My husband just noticed that it is black like a fire was starting, checked my coat and it is burned where I sit. Called the dealer said its not their problem, called Lard Rover od America and was told the same thing. I sort of think this is a manufacturer defect. This is probably why the seat cracked and the fuse keeps blowing. Should we get a lawyer?

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  wish test drives were a 1000 miles - 2003 Land Rover Discovery
  By crashajeep - February 18 - 2:00 am

  cruise control surge. gear box high pitched whine,both fixed now there worse than they were before.factory says to bad. 5 times in shop

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  DONT GET SUCKED IN - 2003 Land Rover Discovery
  By Pete - January 15 - 8:36 pm

  Dont let this vehicles awesome look bring you to purchase one. I bought a 2003 disco 4 months ago in pristine condition. Until after having it a weak the Lifters failed, the oil pump went and needed a total engine replacement at 58,000 miles. Local LR dealership put in a "used" engine in "good" shape and repair cost $8000. Two weeks after getting it back the head gasket blew on the replacement engine! Also a $3000 repair not covered by the warranty! I have never had a more terrible experience with a vehicle in my life. Its funny sitting in a million dollar showroom around all these high end vehicles,while theyre telling you that these repairs are normal. I sold the car after 5 months

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  Youll need to make it yours - 2003 Land Rover Discovery
  By Skifishhunt - December 26 - 9:10 am

  I have owned my Disco for 3 years, I average over 20,000 miles a year. No major problems at all. This vehicle is not a car, it is a truck, and once you replace the oem goodyear tires and put a multifunctional roof rack on it, you will be on your way to owning the most capable SUV on planet earth.