Faults:

Some slight issues addressed upon purchase. Replaced the handle to one of 3rd row seats which was snapped, also adjusted a clasp on one of the same seats which would not secure properly (and could not be used).

Rear tail light had internal water.

Drivers door had rod problem, causing a loud snap to occur when opening.

General Comments:

The Bad:

Poor gas mileage overall

Can be quite loud on the freeway

Opening windows while driving adds to the overall noise

Truck-ish feel

The Good:

Excellent power and acceleration

Handles well for its size and weight

Comfortable

Bigger than it appears on inside

Well serviced by dealer (esp under warranty)

No major issues requiring expense or time in shop

Amazing off road capabilities

Faults:

Lifters needed replacing.

Transfer box was leaking.

Wiper blade came off in the rain and scratch the windsheild.

General Comments:

The best thing about buying a Land Rover was the generous warranty. We have never had any problems in correcting issues we found and were amazed that the dealership pointed out areas that needed to be addressed while under warranty.

This is one heavy vehicle as the gas gage will attest. My neighborhood's gas station attendant and I are now on a first name basis. Premium unleaded gas only... bit of irony here as this machine is made to tackle the most difficult and remote terrain and should run on swamp water!

The fact that the Discovery comes with almost every option in the book as standard, the double sunroof is fantastic.

We run to our Disco to see who gets to drive it when we're together! A complete pleasure, very comfortable and tons of room (3 people, luggage, an 8-person oval shaped teak patio table with 6 teak chairs, Thanksgiving leftovers, 1 potato launcher (another story all together:) ) and jars of preserves).

We pledge allegiance to our Land Rover and in Land Rover we trust.

Faults:

Problem with the alarm system, only because of a sensor in the drivers door. FIxed in one day.

General Comments:

Car is a masterpiece of engineering. Great on the highway and even greater off-road. (I can't wait for the winter months to see what it can do in the snow in New Hampshire and Vermont.)

The biggest drwback to this vehicle is the VERY LOW gas mileage it gets. (12-14 miles per gallon)

But this vehicle was never designed as a commuter car, it is an off-roader with class. And for that it is excellent. I tried out a lot of 4x4 vehicles and none of them were as classy or roomy or had the "balls" of the Discovery II. This will be my next "new" automobile purchase as well.

Faults:

None.

General Comments:

Pluses.

Love the styling of the car. There is nothing out there like it. The Mercedes feels/looks like a van. The Lexus looks like a station wagon (mid-range model). The Acura looks cool - but it feels like a van and is not a four wheel drive. The BMW SUV is priced out of this range.

There is a huge amount of headroom and space. The car sits high and the view is great. Feels very safe.

Heater/air is powerful. Defrost actually works without having to "learn it".

The appointments on the Discovery are refined but simple. The interior craftsmanship is very high. The interior is holding up well against the daily beatings from my children.

The sound system is better than what I have at home.

More than enough power. Solid feel. Smooth - but this is still a truck.

Minuses.

The Land Rover cupholder problem is real.

The steering is "light" and demands attention.

The gas mileage is a concern. Even though my commute has just increased 5x I will keep this car! I will have to find another way to conserve.