Is Disco 3 reliable?
The Disco 3 really can be all things to all men – secure, reliable and certainly no cowpat at a party all at once. The TDV6 is a top engine – but as time rolls by, its drawbacks are looking more and more like a brilliant excuse…
What engine is in a Discovery 3?
Discovery 3 / LR3 (2004–2009)
| Discovery 3 (L319) | |
|---|---|
| Engine | 4.0 L Ford Cologne V6 (petrol) 4.4 L AJ41 V8 (petrol) 2.7 L AJD V6-T (diesel) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual 6-speed automatic |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,885 mm (113.6 in) |
How many miles will a Land Rover Discovery 3 last?
Its proven that the 2.7 engine and gearbox will probably go for 400k miles without major mechanical problems. The common areas that will need repeated replacements as miles rack up are suspension bushes.
Can a Range Rover Sport TDV6 engine be repaired?
As well as our extensive knowledge and experience in Discovery 3 or Range Rover Sport 2.7 TDV6 engine repairs we also have the very latest Autologic diagnostic equipment and technical support to aid in any fault finding. Here we have a list of the more common TDV6 engine problems, symptoms and costs to repair.
Why buy a K Motors TDV6?
Along with a large cooling fan and high capacity sump this helps maintain oil pressure when driving off road at extreme angles or high load towing. Having laid all this praise, if the 2.7 TDV6 breaks then it is expensive to replace so good maintenance is essential. Here at K Motors we cover everything from servicing to complete engine rebuilds.
What are the Stock tire sizes on the Discovery 3?
Stock tire sizes are 235 / 70 on 17 inch rims at the front, and 235 / 70 on 17 inch rims at the rear. For stopping power, the Discovery 3 2.7 TdV6 braking system includes Vented Discs at the front and Vented Discs at the rear.
How much power does a Toyota Corolla TDV6 have?
The 2.7 TDV6 develops 190bhp, which may not sound that much given the weight of the vehicles it is fitted in, but the most important figure is torque — and the 2,7 TDV6 has that in abundance, a whopping 325lb ft of the stuff at a megre 1,900rpm. And fuel economy isn’t bad either, getting in excess of 35mpg on a run is not unheard of.