2021 Land Rover Discovery P360 S R-Dynamic
All photo credits
- Photo: 2017 Land Rover Discovery HSE Td6, front left, 05-23-2024 by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2018 Land Rover Discovery Luxury HSE TD6 3.0 Front by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2021 Land Rover Discovery 5 IMG 7377 by Alexander Migl, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2024 Land Rover Discovery P300 S, rear left, 09-12-2026 by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2018 Land Rover Discovery HSE SDV6 Interior by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2021 Land Rover Discovery P360 S R-Dynamic is a 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-6 with an automatic and four-wheel drive. It starts at $61,900 MSRP and is rated at 21 mpg combined.
EPA fuel-economy estimates are 18 mpg city and 24 mpg highway (21 mpg combined).
The Discovery measures 195.1 inches long on a 115.1-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,865 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $61,900 |
| MSRP with Destination | $63,250 |
| Destination Charge | $1,350 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | Ingenium I6 turbocharged |
| Displacement | 3 L |
| Valvetrain | DOHC, 4 valves per cylinder |
| Bore and Stroke | 83.0 x 92.3 |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 |
| Injection Type | Direct injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | 4WD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | Automatic (S8) |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 18 MPG |
| Highway | 24 MPG |
| Combined | 21 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium Gasoline |
| Tank Capacity | 23.8 gal |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 380 mm ventilated |
| Rear Brake Disc | 365 mm ventilated |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 20-in. aluminum alloy |
| Wheels Rear | 20-in. aluminum alloy |
| Tires Front | 255/55R20 W |
| Tires Rear | 255/55R20 W |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 195.1 in |
| Width | 87.4 in |
| Height | 73 in |
| Wheelbase | 115.1 in |
| Front Track | 66.6 in |
| Rear Track | 66.4 in |
| Ground Clearance | 11.1 in |
| Approach Angle | 26° |
| Departure Angle | 24.8° |
| Cargo Volume | 9.1 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 4,865 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 40 in |
| Headroom Rear | 39 in |
| Legroom Front | 39.1 in |
| Legroom Rear | 37.4 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Tested, but no star ratings were published (2021 Land Rover Discovery SUV 4WD).
Recalls
6 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2021 Land Rover DISCOVERY. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Sep 17, 2026 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:DC/DC CONVERTER
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2019-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Sport, 2020-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque, Land Rover Range Rover, Land Rover Discovery Sport, Land Rover Defender, 2021-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Velar, Jaguar E-Pace, F-Pace, and Land Rover Discovery vehicles. The DC-DC converter may malfunction due to an electrical overload that can occur during high power demand. Additionally, a software error can cause the DC-DC converter to stop functioning at vehicle start-up under certain circumstances. Failure of the DC-DC converter will result in the loss of 12-Volt system charging and can lead to complete loss of drive power and exterior lighting.
Consequence: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the vehicle software, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed November 13, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Land Rover's customer service at 800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is E008. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 26V248.
NHTSA campaign 26V599000
Jul 16, 2026 · BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Land Rover Discovery vehicles. Water may not be able to drain away from the rearview camera due to insufficient drain holes, which may result in damage to the rearview camera.
Consequence: A rearview camera image that does not display can decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will drill additional drain holes in the underside of the tailgate trim. Additionally, dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 10, 2026. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is D145.
NHTSA campaign 26V458000
Jun 12, 2026 · AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2020-2026 Land Rover Defender, 2021-2026 Discovery, and 2022-2026 Range Rover vehicles. The driver’s air bag clockspring connector may corrode, which can cause the air bag not to deploy as intended.
Consequence: An air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will apply a protective lubricant gel to the driver’s air bag connector terminals, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed August 3, 2026. Owners may contact Land Rover's customer service at 800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is D120.
NHTSA campaign 26V389000
Apr 17, 2026 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:DC/DC CONVERTER
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Velar and Land Rover Discovery, 2020-2023 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque, 2019-2024 Land Rover Range Rover Sport, 2020-2024 Land Rover Range Rover, 2020 Land Rover Discovery Sport, 2020-2024 Land Rover Defender, 2021-2024 Jaguar F-Pace, and 2021-2022 Jaguar E-Pace mild-hybrid electric vehicles (MHEVs). Insufficient electrical load balancing during times of high demand can lead to a current overload condition and malfunction of the DCDC converter. A failure of the DC-DC converter will result in a loss of 12-Volt system charging and can lead to complete loss of drive power and exterior lighting.
Consequence: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the central software, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed June 17, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. Owners may contact Land Rover's customer service at 800-637-6837. Land Rover's numbers for this recall are D126 and H575.
NHTSA campaign 26V248000
Aug 26, 2021 · SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2021 Range Rover, 2022 Range Rover Sport, 2020-2021 Range Rover Velar, Discovery Sport, 2020-2022 Discovery, and Defender vehicles. The seat belt automatic locking retractors may deactivate early, which can prevent the child restraint system from securing properly.
Consequence: An unsecured child restraint system can increase the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the seat belt assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed October 20, 2021. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N630.
NHTSA campaign 21V668000
Jun 17, 2021 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Land Rover Discovery vehicles. A loose contact between the battery ground stud and the chassis may result in various electrical faults, possibly causing a loss of electrical power or the vehicle to shut down while driving.
Consequence: A vehicle that shuts down or loses exterior lighting while driving increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the ground stud, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 10, 2021. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N607.
NHTSA campaign 21V457000
11 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2021 Land Rover DISCOVERY
Owner Complaints
11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2021 Land Rover DISCOVERY. See all on nhtsa.gov
| Electrical System | 9 |
| Power Train | 4 |
| Unknown Or Other | 4 |
| Engine | 1 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 |
| Steering | 1 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2021 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.