Bitauto Original At the 2023 Shanghai Auto Show, Jaguar Land Rover announced its rebranding strategy. For the first time, the three car series, Range Rover, Discovery, and Defender, which were originally part of the Land Rover brand, were directly upgraded to the same sub-brands as Jaguar. brand. The deeper and longer-term impact of this operation remains to be tested by time, but for the car in today's article, the most direct change is that we will call it Discovery Sport instead of the former Land Rover Discovery Sport.
This generation of Discovery Sport was first released in 2014. It is known as "Discovery Sport" overseas, while domestically, it is named "Discovery Sport". In 2020, the model underwent a relatively large mid-term facelift, and its domestic name was changed from "Discovery Shenxing" to "Discovery Sport" to align with overseas models. At this year's Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Auto Show, Land Rover brought 24 Discovery Sport models, which is the one you will see next.
Changes in front details
The changes in the appearance of the 24-model Discovery Sport are mainly concentrated at the front of the car. Its front grille has been changed to a complete honeycomb design, which is the same as the current fifth-generation Discovery, and is no longer the upper and lower two-layer style on the current model. In addition, the designer also added silver claw-shaped decoration to the air ducts on both sides of the front bumper. It can be said that the 24 Discovery Sport is closer in appearance to its "big brother" Discovery.
The length, width and height of the vehicle have not changed compared to the current model. The length, width and height are 4597x1904x1727mm respectively, and the wheelbase is 2741mm. The real-shot model adopts the Lantau Bronze Brown color scheme that first appeared on the Discovery Sport version, and uses a black roof to create a high-end feel. All four doors of the vehicle have keyless entry, which is great.
There are no new changes at the rear of the vehicle. It retains the original hidden D-pillar and relatively tough design, and the taillights are also the previous style. Like other Land Rover brand models, the Discovery Sport's streaming camera is designed on the shark fin on the roof, so the rearview mirror in the car will have a relatively high line of sight.
The actual shot of this 24-model model also adopts a new shape on the rims. Although the five-spoke design looks relatively simple at first glance, its unique metallic texture and good matching effect with the entire vehicle. It still adds a lot of points to this set of rims.
The interior design adopts a simple style
If the changes in appearance are not too satisfying, then the interior refresh of the 24-model Discovery Sport is enough to meet consumers' expectations. Although the new car still uses the original overall interior layout, the addition of a new central control screen and the integration of various functions make the central control area very simple. Similarly, the vehicle's shift lever also adopts the same shape as the Discovery. Compared with the original large chicken drumstick, the new design looks more sophisticated and its layout is also very centered.
The size of the floating central control screen is 11.4 inches. The screen has a relatively obvious curvature. The specially treated surface is less likely to leave fingerprints and produce reflections, reflecting the luxury brand's control of details. It is a pity that since this is an early experience of 24 new cars, the functions of the new car's computer system are not complete, soTherefore, the full experience of it is left for another time. Since the vehicle's air conditioning and other functions are integrated into the central control screen, whether this car system can control the air conditioning and other functions well through voice will be something I will be more concerned about in the future.
Most of the visible parts of the interior, such as the instrument panel and the inside of the door panels, are wrapped in large areas of brown leather, which is more in line with the consistent practice of old British models, and the stitching and workmanship are also relatively sophisticated. In addition, in some local details, you can also see the matching of wood grain veneers.
The window switch of the new Discovery Sport is still placed in a relatively high position, effectively freeing up the space above the door panel storage compartment. The sunroof still uses a panoramic canopy design that cannot be opened, which is rare on fuel vehicles. There is a wireless charging area for mobile phones in the front row. In addition, the air conditioning is controlled by three zones. The audio throughout the car is the royal brand British Treasure.
The seats are all wrapped in genuine leather, and the surface is partially perforated, giving it a good touch. In addition, the stitching workmanship is also excellent. The front seats all have electric adjustment, heating and other functions, and the main driver has 3 memory positions. The rear seats have three independent headrests, and the softness of the seat cushions is more in line with my personal preference.
The front row of the vehicle has a total of 3 Type-C and 1 USB interface, and the rear row has 2 Type-C and 1 12V power interface, which can well meet the power needs of the entire vehicle. And because the window control buttons are designed at the window edge, each door can have a very generous storage space, and the overall storage capacity of the vehicle is at a relatively good level.
The powertrain of the current model will be used
The 24 Discovery Sport models will continue to use the existing powertrain, and all series will be equipped with Yingjili's 2.0T engine. The maximum power of the engine in the actual model is 183kW and the maximum torque is 365N·m. It is matched with A 9AT gearbox. In addition, the entire power system is also supported by a 48V light hybrid system.
The chassis is a front MacPherson and rear multi-link structure. The main structural parts of the suspension are made of lightweight aluminum alloy, which is still well received. All vehicles are still equipped with four-wheel drive systems and equipped with ATRS all-terrain technology system. It can be said that this off-road assistance system represents Land Rover's deep understanding and accumulation of off-roading. Especially after you experience it, you will recognize this statement even more.
Editor's comment: Compared with other European brand models, I have always had a better impression of Jaguar Land Rover models. Because no matter what era they are in, they can launch models that amaze me. Therefore, in my previous articles, I always evaluated their products with a praising attitude. After all, at least for now, they are still doing a good job. Even after being made in China, these cars can still retain the unique characteristics of British cars. luxurious tradition.
Let’s take a look at the 24 Discovery Sport. The minor upgrades in appearance make this car look slightly younger, and the new paint color fits the overall style of this car very well. Its interior seems a bit too simple for people who are familiar with Land Rover, but I think this may be a good try. Because from the current perspective, the interior styling of the current Discovery Sport is indeed a bit outdated, especially for its own positioning, it does need a refreshing feel. Personally, I prefer the new design, and it still does a good job of retaining luxury.
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