17 Used Land Rover Discovery 3 cars for sale

Overwhelmingly, the 2.7-litre turbodiesel engine that makes 188bhp is the most popular with customers. It offers a 0-60mph time of 11 seconds, and has a reasonable fuel efficiency rating of around 30mpg, so it costs a lot less to run than the petrol.

Land Rover offered the Discovery 3 in several model variants, including S, GS, XS, SE and HSE. Many customers prefer the budget aspect of the base Discovery 3 and the S, but the SE and HSE provide more features, offering better value overall.

Customers should look out for the desirable panoramic sunroof, while the heated seats are valuable when driving in cooler months. There are also upgraded wheel designs for a unique look and Bluetooth connectivity.

With the ability to hold either five or seven people, the Discovery 3 is a great option for families. It features supportive seating, a decent-sized boot and plenty of technology upgrades. It can also tackle some off-road terrain, so it's possible to have an adventure at the same time.

During the years of Discovery 3 production (2004-2009), Land Rover didn't make a hybrid model. However, newer Discovery models do have mild hybrid technology, making them more efficient and cleaner.

There's the option of an automatic or a manual gearbox with the Discovery 3 lineup. However, the manual transmission is difficult to find, meaning that most used models are automatic.

Because Land Rover designed the Discovery 3 with off-roading in mind, all models were equipped with four-wheel drive as standard. This added capability offers more traction and can provide better control when the terrain is slippery.