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2023 Land Rover Discovery

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2023 Discovery.

Transmission Automatic (S8)

The 2023 Land Rover Discovery is presented with an EPA-rated fuel economy of 19/22/21 mpg and is paired with an eight‑speed automatic transmission. Owner feedback for this model year totals seven complaints, with the electrical system noted as the most frequent issue area and four recalls recorded. When placed against the Discovery’s complaint record spanning 1994‑2026, the 2023 figure sits well below the peak of 56 complaints in 1995 and above the low of a single complaint projected for 2026, indicating a modest but improving reliability trend. This positions the 2023 model as a relatively trouble‑free iteration in the vehicle’s long‑term history.

Model year202320222021202020192018201720162015

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Lug nut torque103.0 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy19/22/21 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses OE oil filter LR133457. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Tire size285/40R22/XL 110YOEM · verified
Wheel / rim9.5; Optional: 9.5, 8.5 inOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filterLR133457 alt LR073868
Engine air filterLR011593
Spark plugLR178881
Battery429123482 alt LR104511
Front wiper bladesLR106593 alt LR083272
ThermostatLR180316 alt LR106640
Cabin air filterLR133345 alt LR171252

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (S8)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length195.7 in
Overall width78.3 in
Overall height72.8 in
Wheelbase115 in
Curb weight4846 lb
Track (front / rear)66.5 / 66.5 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)47/53

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined19 / 22 / 21 mpg
Drivetrain4-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelPremium Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the Discovery of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

6.1–8.7 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 6.10 sec — 2017 HSE Luxury Si6
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2021R-Dynamic S P360 3.0L Turbo I-6 + Elec6.30 sec14.70 sec355 hpAWD
2021R-Dynamic S P360 3.0L Turbo I-6 + Elec6.60 sec15.20 sec355 hpAWD
2018HSE Luxury Si6 3.0L Supercharger V66.40 sec14.80 sec340 hpAWD
2017HSE Luxury Si6 3.0L Supercharger V66.10 sec14.70 sec340 hpAWD
2017HSE Luxury Si6 3.0L Supercharger V66.30 sec14.90 sec340 hpAWD
2017HSE Luxury Td6 3.0L Turbo Diesel V68.00 sec16.10 sec254 hpAWD
2017HSE Luxury Td6 3.0L Turbo Diesel V68.10 sec16.10 sec254 hpAWD
2017HSE Luxury Td6 3.0L Turbo Diesel V68.70 sec16.60 sec254 hpAWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

Torque lug nuts to 103.0 ft-lbs.

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts103.0 ft-lbs

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 21,000 mi; spark plugs every 63,000 mi; coolant at 105,000 mi. The big-interval services (at 105,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 21,000 miBrake Hydraulic System (drain, refill & bleed) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Engine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace) · Keyless Entry Remote Battery (replace) · Tire & Wheel Assembly (inspect)
Every 42,000 miEngine Air Filter Element (replace)
Every 63,000 miBrake Line (replace) · Spark Plugs (replace) · Transfer Case Assembly (drain & refill)
Every 84,000 miDrive Belt (replace)
At 105,000 miDrive Axle Assembly (drain & refill) · Engine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill) · Transmission Fluid & Filter (replace)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

The 2023 Discovery recorded 7 complaints and 4 recalls, placing it at the low end of the complaint trajectory that fell from 38 complaints and 4 recalls in 2019 to 7 complaints in 2021 and remained steady through 2022. Compared with the prior year (2022: 7 complaints, 4 recalls, 401 TSBs) and the following year (2024: 7 complaints, 3 recalls, 188 TSBs), the 2023 model shows comparable complaint volume but slightly higher recall count and higher TSB volume. Across the generation, complaints have declined sharply after a peak of 593 in 2019, and the 2023 figure of 7 is among the smallest annual totals recorded. The 2023 model’s top complaint categories are Electrical System (5) and minor counts for Tires and Steering/Lane Departure, with no crash or fire complaints reported. Consequently, the data suggest that 2023 is a safe year to consider purchasing a used Discovery.

4
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
329
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
7
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 0 a fire
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component

All 7 complaints on record, top 3 components.

Electrical System5
Tires1
Steering,Lane Departure1

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint database.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

Showing 2 of 4 campaigns on record for this vehicle.

22V523000Seat Belts:PretensionerReported 21/07/2022

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2022-23 Land Rover Defender, Discovery, Discovery Sport and 2022 Range Rover Sport and Range Rover Velar vehicles. The driver and front passenger… Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the front seat belt assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 16, 2022. Owners may contact Land…

23V044000Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Oil/LubricationReported 02/02/2023

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2019-2023 Range Rover Sport, 2020-2023 Range Rover, Defender, 2022-2023 Discovery, and 2023 Range Rover Velar vehicles. The engine cam carrier oil… Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the engine cam carrier and related components as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 29, 2023. Owners may…

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 329 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
N869 Discovery 16JUN262026-06-16Unknown Or OtherSoftware Over The Air (SOTA) updates are failing to complete. Specifically Vehicle Domain…
D011 Defender 16JUN262026-06-16Unknown Or OtherCoolant Bypass Hose Leak
N869 Discovery 15MAY262026-05-15Unknown Or OtherSoftware Over The Air (SOTA) updates are failing to complete. Specifically Vehicle Domain…
SSM76404 - 12MAY262026-05-12Unknown Or OtherVehicles may exhibit a ‘clicking’ noise from the rear of the vehicle. The noise may be…
N892v3 - 01MAY262026-05-01EngineArduous customer drive cycles have been found to accelerate the degradation of engine…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Reference guides

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Frequently asked

Does the 2023 Discovery have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the Discovery get?

EPA figures are 19 city / 22 highway / 21 combined mpg.