2003 Land Rover Discovery
US · SUV · Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD
The 2003 Land Rover Discovery is listed in the US market as a suv with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- 4.6L 8-cylinder
- Transmission
- 4-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- AWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 12 mpg (19.6 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4.6L 8-cylinder | |
| Displacement | 4.6 L | |
| Cylinders | 8 | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| Gears | 4 | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 12 mpg (19.6 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 11 mpg (21.4 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 14 mpg (16.8 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Aspiration, Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
1 configuration listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked November 4, 2026.
03V133000: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CABLES
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE THROTTLE CAN STICK INTERMITTENTLY DURING ITS OPERATION. THE EXACT POINT OF STICKING IS NOT PREDICTABLE AND CAN RESULT IN A HIGHER ENGINE SPEED THAN EXPECTED.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE THROTTLE BODY. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT LAND ROVER AT 1-201-818-8500.
Reported April 14, 2003. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 9, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 18, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: November 9, 2026
Data verified: November 9, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
Compare
Related vehicles
- 2002 Land Rover Discovery
SUV, Gasoline
4.0L 8-cylinder · AWD
13 mpg (18.1 L/100 km) - 2004 Land Rover Discovery
SUV, Gasoline
4.6L 8-cylinder · AWD
12 mpg (19.6 L/100 km) - 2003 Land Rover Freelander
SUV, Gasoline
2.5L 6-cylinder · AWD
17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) - 2003 Land Rover Range Rover
SUV, Gasoline
4.4L 8-cylinder (448S) · AWD
13 mpg (18.1 L/100 km) - 2003 Chevrolet Suburban
SUV, Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Flex fuel
Varies by configuration: 5.3L 8-cylinder (LM7), 5.3L 8-cylinder (FLEX-FUEL) · Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD
14 mpg (16.8 L/100 km) to 13 mpg (18.1 L/100 km) - 2003 Infiniti FX45
SUV, Gasoline
4.5L 8-cylinder · AWD
15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) - 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe
SUV, Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Flex fuel
Varies by configuration: 4.8L 8-cylinder, 5.3L 8-cylinder (LM7), 5.3L 8-cylinder (FLEX-FUEL) · Varies by configuration: RWD, AWD
15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) to 13 mpg (18.1 L/100 km)
Explore similar vehicles
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 2003 Land Rover Discovery have?
4.6L 8-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 2003 Land Rover Discovery?
Combined fuel economy is 12 mpg (19.6 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 2003 Land Rover Discovery front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: AWD.
Are there recalls for the 2003 Land Rover Discovery?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked November 4, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.