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2003 Land Rover Discovery

Used 2003 Land Rover Discovery

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2025
2003
Fuel Economy
12 combined mpg
Horsepower
217 hp
Seating
7
Cargo Volume
40.5 cu ft
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2003 Land Rover Discovery Overview

2003 Land Rover Discovery Pricing

2003 Land Rover Discovery pricing starts at $4,543 for the Discovery S7 Sport Utility 4D, which had a starting MSRP of $34,995 when new. The range-topping 2003 Discovery HSE7 Sport Utility 4D starts at $5,701 today, originally priced from $41,995.

Original MSRP
KBB Fair Purchase Price (national avg.)
S7 Sport Utility 4D
$34,995
$4,543
$34,995
$4,548
$38,995
$4,762
$39,995
$4,911
$40,995
$5,509
$41,995
$5,701

The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors. The prices here reflect what buyers are currently paying for used 2003 Land Rover Discovery models in typical condition when purchasing from a dealership. These prices are updated weekly.

Discovery Consumer Sentiment

Owners give this generation Land Rover Discovery (2003-2004) a 3.8 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 69% recommend it. These figures are based on 164 consumer reviews, like these:

What Owners are Saying About the 2003 Land Rover Discovery

"Love-Hate relationship"

"I love this vehicle because of its capability and styling. But I have had so many minor problems it has been extremely frustrating. It seems like as soon as you get one thing fixed for a few hundred dollars something else breaks and you are back to see the service department the next month. I have given up with it."

"Great Truck, Fatal Flaws"

"I have owned a Disco for 5 years, about 60K miles (ALWAYS wanted one), and basically, unashamedly fell in love with the jungle/Sahara mystique. What you need to understand going in is the adverse-weather-conditions/go-anywhere capabilities are only matched in their heights by the absolute fatal-flaws of terrible build quality and lack of dependability. I knew prior to purchasing the vehicle that gas economy was horrible, so I consider that irrelevant. Again, the Landy will go through snow that I wouldn't even attempt in my Jeep Grand Cherokee or Cherokee Sport, but I have replaced power-steering pumps twice, water-pump, electrical items too numerous to mention. You will get tons of compliments and admiring glances when you are driving the Disco, however you will wonder if some sort of problem is going to develop nearly every time you are preparing to take a family vacation, trip, etc."

"AVOID"

"Just picked up an 03 Discovery. Had it for four months and it's been in the shop each month for a quick $350-$650 per trip. ALWAYS something wrong with this engine - even my mechanic shakes his head at the amount of problems these vehicles are KNOWN FOR HAVING. Do yourself a favor and research on the Land Rover forums before buying this money pit."

Overall 2003 Land Rover Discovery Quality

User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 2003 Land Rover Discovery is above average for its class. Owners rated the 2003 Land Rover Discovery quality a 3.9 out of 5.

2003 Land Rover Discovery Reliability

The 2003 Land Rover Discovery receives an average consumer rating of 3.8 overall and a 3.8 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.

Favorite 2003 Discovery Features

According to drivers of the 2003 Discovery, here are some of its best features:

  • GREAT TO DRIVE
  • AMAZING 4 X 4
  • Boxier look
  • Drives smooth, You sit high
  • Heavy SUV and great four wheel drive

2003 Land Rover Discovery MPG by Trim

2003 Discovery S7 Sport Utility 4D - city 11 MPG - hwy 14 MPG

2003 Discovery S Sport Utility 4D - city 11 MPG - hwy 14 MPG

2003 Discovery SE Sport Utility 4D - city 11 MPG - hwy 14 MPG

2003 Discovery SE7 Sport Utility 4D - city 11 MPG - hwy 14 MPG

2003 Discovery HSE Sport Utility 4D - city 11 MPG - hwy 14 MPG

2003 Discovery HSE7 Sport Utility 4D - city 11 MPG - hwy 14 MPG

2003 Discovery Safety

NHTSA Safety Rating

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the 2003 Land Rover Discovery front-side driver crash test rating is 4 out of 5 stars. The front-side passenger crash test rating is 4 out of 5.

2003 Land Rover Discovery Safety Features

  • Child Door Locks
  • Child Seat Anchors
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
  • Traction Control
  • Front Side Airbag
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New Land Rover Discovery Deals and Incentives

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2003 Land Rover Discovery
KBB.com Consumer Reviews

3.8
Consumer Rating
Based on 164 Consumer Reviews
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75%Recommend this vehicle
5
40%
5
40%
4
26%
4
26%
3
11%
3
11%
2
19%
2
19%
1
4%
1
4%
Value
3.9
Performance
4.2
Quality
3.9
Comfort
4.1
Reliability
3.8
Styling
4.4

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2003 Land Rover Discovery Styles

Style
Price
Combined Fuel Economy
Horsepower
Seating
Cargo Capacity
Engine
Towing Capacity
0-60
Curb Weight
S7 Sport Utility 4D
$4,543
12 MPG
217 @ 4750 RPM
7
40.5 cu ft
V8, 4.6 Liter
7700 lbs
9.5 seconds
4576 lbs
S Sport Utility 4D
$4,548
12 MPG
217 @ 4750 RPM
7
40.5 cu ft
V8, 4.6 Liter
7700 lbs
9.5 seconds
4576 lbs
SE7 Sport Utility 4D
$4,911
12 MPG
217 @ 4750 RPM
7
40.5 cu ft
V8, 4.6 Liter
7700 lbs
N/A
4576 lbs
SE Sport Utility 4D
$4,762
12 MPG
217 @ 4750 RPM
7
40.5 cu ft
V8, 4.6 Liter
7700 lbs
9.5 seconds
4576 lbs
HSE Sport Utility 4D
$5,509
12 MPG
217 @ 4750 RPM
7
40.5 cu ft
V8, 4.6 Liter
7700 lbs
9.5 seconds
4630 lbs
HSE7 Sport Utility 4D
$5,701
12 MPG
217 @ 4750 RPM
7
40.5 cu ft
V8, 4.6 Liter
7700 lbs
9.5 seconds
4630 lbs
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2003 Land Rover Discovery Depreciation

A 2003 Land Rover Discovery has depreciated $238 or 6% in the last 3 years and has a current resale value of $3,367 and trade-in value of $1,779.

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2003 Land Rover Discovery Annual Depreciation

Year
Vehicle Depreciation*
Resale Value
Trade-In Value
2022
$177
$3,605
$2,185
2023
$30
$3,575
$2,115
2024
$157
$3,418
$1,908
Now
$51
$3,367
$1,779
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*Depreciation for the last 12 months of the private party resale value.

2003 Land Rover Discovery Depreciation

Annual Depreciation is an estimation of what your vehicle's value might be over time based on an average of similar vehicles. Estimations are calculated by comparing Kelley Blue Book Private Party Values of vehicles similar to yours over time, as well as forecasts from Manheim Auction data comparing current and projected auction values against current Kelley Blue Book Private Party and Trade-In Values. This is not a guarantee of actual depreciation. Local weather conditions, market factors and driver performance will also impact your vehicle's actual depreciation.


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Specifications

Dimensions, Weights & Capacities

Curb Weight
4576 lbs.
Fuel Capacity
24.6 gallons
Front Head Room
40.4 inches
Front Leg Room
42.3 inches
Max Seating Capacity
7
Minimum Ground Clearance
8.2 inches
Overall Length
185.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room
58.3 inches
Towing Capacity, Maximum
7700 lbs.
Trunk or Cargo Capacity
40.5 cu.ft.
Turning Diameter
39.0 feet
Wheel Base
100.0 inches
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
6229 lbs.
Width with mirrors
74.4 inches

Exterior

Alloy Wheels
Available
Moon Roof/Sun Roof
Available
Number of Doors
4 doors
Privacy Glass
Available
Roof Rails
Available

Fuel Economy

City
11 mpg
Highway
14 mpg
Combined
12 mpg

Mechanical

Drivetrain
4WD
Transmission Type
Automatic

Performance

Horsepower
217 @ 4750 RPM
Torque
300 @ 2600 rpm
Engine
V8, 4.6 Liter
0 to 60
9.5 seconds

Warranty

Basic
4 years / 50000 miles
Powertrain
4 years / 50000 miles
Corrosion
6 years / Unlimited miles

Comfort & Convenience

  • Climate Control Air Conditioning

Entertainment

  • DVD Entertainment System
  • MP3 Player
  • Premium Radio
  • CD Player

Interior

  • Power Windows
  • Tilt Steering Wheel

Seating

  • Leather Seats
  • Dual Power Front Seats
  • Power Driver's Seat

Technology

  • Cruise Control
  • Hands Free Phone
  • Navigation System

2003 Land Rover Discovery Safety

2003 Land Rover Discovery Safety Technology

  • Child Door Locks
  • Child Seat Anchors
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
  • Traction Control
  • Front Side Airbag
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Crash Test Rating

Provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Driver Front
4.0
Passenger Front
4.0
Rollover Rating
2.0

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Price
$4,543
$4,997
$4,538
$4,009
Consumer Rating
3.8
4.1
4.3
4.6
Fuel Economy
City 11/Hwy 14/Comb 12 MPG
City 23/Hwy 31/Comb 26 MPG
City 21/Hwy 28/Comb 23 MPG
City 15/Hwy 21/Comb 17 MPG
Fuel Type
Gas
Gas
Gas
Gas
Seating Capacity7557
Basic Warranty
4 years or 50000 miles
5 years or 60000 miles
3 years or 36000 miles
4 years or 50000 miles
Horsepower
217 @ 4750 RPM
165 HP
171 @ 6000 RPM
253 @ 5800 RPM
Engine
V8, 4.6 Liter
4-Cyl, 2.0 Liter
4-Cyl, 2.5 Liter
V6, VTEC, 3.5 Liter
Drivetrain
4WD
2WD
2WD
4WD

2003 Land Rover Discovery Rankings

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FAQs

Is 2003 a good year for a Land Rover Discovery?

Owners of the vehicle give it 3.8 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 2003 Discovery is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

Is the Land Rover Discovery 2003 a good SUV?

Owners of the vehicle give it 3.8 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 2003 Discovery is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

What is the MPG for a 2003 Land Rover Discovery?

The 2003 Land Rover Discovery gets 11 mpg in the city and 14 mpg on the highway.

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