Jaguar Land Rover (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd (JLRM) has officially launched the all-new Land Rover Discovery Sport, in Malaysia. The 2015 Land Rover Discovery Sport is claimed by Jaguar Land Rover to be the world’s most versatile premium compact SUV. It is also the first member of the new Discovery family and takes a whole lot of styling cues from the larger Range Rover Sport premium SUV.
The Discovery Sport is available in two variants – the 2.0L Si4 Petrol (240PS, 340Nm) and the 2.2L SD4 Diesel (190PS, 420Nm). Both are mated to advanced nine-speed automatic transmissions for refinement, efficiency, driver engagement and off-road capability.
I have not had the chance to drive it yet but had been driven in one. The Discovery Sport rides quite comfortably and seems to be pretty refined too. It seems to have most of the off road drivability judging from the usege of its hill descent control and climbing skills as well as on road comfort and handling. I do believe that in terms of on road refinement, this 'baby' Range Rover Sport is as good as its larger brethren.
The Si4 Petrol is priced from RM399,000. (Price is with GST but excludes road tax, registration and insurance.) The price for the SD4 Diesel will be announced later. This seems a tad bit pricey as even the Range Rover Evoque, a Range Rover instead of just a Land Rover is slightly cheaper or sold at the same price. According to the good people of JLRM, this has a lot to do with the currency exchange rates and the fact that it is actually a full 7 seater with high equipment specs. In terms of practicality, the Land Rover Discovery Sport beats the Evoque. In terms of refinement, it is about equal. It is only in terms of styling that the Evoque comes out ahead. But personally, I prefer the chunky looks of the Disco Sport over the Evoque.
As I said, it is a baby Range Rover Sport in terms of looks. I like that look more.
(more pics below and after the press release)
PRESS RELEASE
ALL-NEW
LAND ROVER DISCOVERY SPORT
PREMIUM
COMPACT SUV LAUNCHED IN MALAYSIA
Newest
member of Land Rover family comes packed with intelligent technology,
takes versatility to new heights with 5+2 seating
- Bold and progressive design defines new Discovery family
- 5 + 2 seating versatility in a more compact footprint than traditional five-seat SUVs
- Multi-link axle for peerless on-road agility and off-road ability, plus high levels of refinement and interior space
- Unrivalled all-terrain performance courtesy of optimised approach, departure and breakover angles, plus Terrain Response® technology
- Connected on-road handling with optimised electric power-assisted steering
Petaling
Jaya, August 21, 2015 –
Jaguar Land Rover (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd (JLRM) has officially launched
the all-new Land Rover Discovery Sport, the world’s most versatile
premium compact SUV, and the first member of the new Discovery
family, in Malaysia.
The
Discovery Sport is available in two variants – the 2.0L Si4 Petrol
(240PS, 340Nm) and the 2.2L SD4 Diesel (190PS, 420Nm). Both are mated
to advanced
nine-speed automatic transmissions for peerless refinement,
efficiency, driver engagement and off-road capability.
The
Si4 Petrol is priced from RM399,000. (Price is with GST but excludes
road tax, registration and insurance.) The price for the SD4 Diesel
will be announced later.
“The
launch of the all-new Discovery Sport is a pivotal moment in Land
Rover’s 67-year history,” said Tuan Syed Mudzhar Syed Ali,
Managing Director, JLRM. “Not only does it mark the introduction of
the first new member of the expanding Discovery family, it also
brings the versatility of 5+2 seating to the compact premium SUV
market. Simply the most accomplished vehicle in its segment, I
believe it will resonate not only with existing Land Rover owners but
also a new generation of discerning customers.”
Discovery
Sport maintains the heritage of outstanding capability, which has
been at the core of every Land Rover since 1948. It has been
engineered to provide best-in-class off-road capability, on-road
dynamics, interior packaging, safety innovations and use of
intelligent lightweight materials.
Designed
and engineered at Land Rover’s development centre in the UK, the
Discovery Sport is produced at the company’s award-winning
manufacturing facility in Halewood, Liverpool.
Every
Discovery Sport comes with a 5-year or 300,000km warranty, 5-year or
80,000km free scheduled maintenance and 3-year roadside assistance,
whichever comes first.
The
Discovery Sport is lavishly equipped with innovative features such as
5+2 seating, powered tailgate and configurable mood lighting.
Depending on the optional accessories package selected, it can be
equipped with various optional features such as Park Assist with
Parallel and Perpendicular Parking, Automatic High-Beam Assist, Lane
Departure Warning, panaromic roof and Meridian audio sound system
with HDD navigation.
Customers
can also opt for the Black Design Pack that includes a gloss-black
grille, door mirror caps, front fender vents, `Discovery’ bonnet
script, contrast roof and tailgate badging and a choice of
eye-catching 19- or 20-inch alloy wheels.
Discovery
Sport’s bold and progressive design, which combines 5+2 seating
configurability with design and engineering integrity in a compact
footprint that is smaller than many traditional 5-seater SUVs, is
unique in its segment. This streamlined design is complemented by
class-leading usability: all-round visibility is excellent, while the
interior and load space (up to 1,698L) are easily accessible and
fully optimised.
It
features a suite of engineering innovations by Land Rover, including
the next generation multi-link rear axle; and state-of-the-art
bodyshell made from a mix of high-strength steel and lightweight
aluminium.
The
all-new multi-link rear axle in particular has proved crucial,
allowing Land Rover to introduce 5+2 seating to a whole new segment
while also offering best-in-class off-road performance and
outstanding level of agility.
Being
a Land Rover, the Discovery Sport offers unrivalled all-terrain
performance courtesy of 600mm wading depth, optimised approach,
departure and break-over angles and Terrain Response® System.
Terrain
Response® allows Discovery Sport’s steering, throttle response,
gearbox, centre-coupling and braking/stability systems to be
precisely tailored to the demands of the terrain. The system features
four settings: General; Grass/Gravel/Snow (for slippery conditions
on- and off-road); Mud and Ruts; and Sand.
Discovery
Sport has been engineered with the latest active and passive safety
advances. A
comprehensive occupant safety package includes a total of seven
airbags -- driver and passenger, knee, and side curtain and thorax
airbags. Other
safety features include Hill Descent Control (HDC®), Gradient
Release Control (GRC®), Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic
Traction Control (ETC), Electronic Power Assisted Steering (EPAS),
Hill Start Assist, Roll Stability Control (RSC), and Dynamic
Stability Control (DSC).
The
new Discovery Sport’s entry into the Malaysian market was a
spectacular affair. The highlight was the unique Land Rover Terrapod,
a state-of-the-art mobile man-made track that gave fans the
opportunity to experience the unique all-terrain ability of the
Discovery Sport.
The
Discovery Sport had little difficulty tackling steep slopes and
inclines on the Terrapod. Its body has been specially optimised to
cope with challenging off-road terrain, with 212mm of ground
clearance and class-leading approach, departure and breakover angles
of 25, 31 and 21 degrees respectively. This means the front, middle
or rear of the vehicle can climb up, over and down extreme obstacles
at low speed.
The
Efficient Driveline fulltime four-wheel-drive variants offered in
Malaysia can also scale incredibly steep gradients of 45 degrees, as
much as 14 degrees more than other competitor SUVs. In extreme
situations, lower trim on the front bumper can be removed to increase
the approach angle still further.
The
one-of-its-kind experience on the Land Rover Terrapod is open to the
public during the Discovery Sport Open Day at the 1 Utama Shopping
Centre (Old Wing) outdoor carpark on August 22 and 23, 2015 from
11.00 am till 9.00 pm. To
register for the event, please go to
www.landrover.com.my/discoverysportlaunch.
Each online registration will receive a limited edition Land Rover
gift, while stocks last.
For
more information or to arrange test drive, please head to the nearest
sales outlet or visit www.landrover.com.my.
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