Verdict
The Land Rover Discovery L462 costs RM198,603 more at RM688,491, yet its annual road tax remains RM1,629. For that gap, it is 0.9 L/100 km thriftier at 7.2 L/100 km, reaches 100 km/h 1.2 seconds sooner and carries five-star Euro NCAP and ANCAP ratings rather than four. It is also substantially larger outside, which matters in tight Malaysian car parks. The Land Rover Discovery L319 Facelift remains the sharper used-buy proposition if its 290-litre boot and 300,000-km warranty matter more than newer equipment and performance.
Pick the Land Rover Discovery L319 Facelift if you want the RM489,888 entry price, a 290-litre boot and 300,000 km of manufacturer warranty coverage.
Pick the Land Rover Discovery L462 if you will pay RM688,491 for 8.1-second performance, 7.2 L/100 km economy and substantially stronger safety and cabin equipment.
Key differences
- Price: L319 Facelift RM489,888; L462 RM688,491.
- 0-100 km/h: L319 Facelift 9.3 seconds; L462 8.1 seconds.
- Rated fuel economy: L319 Facelift 8.8 L/100 km; L462 7.2 L/100 km.
- Safety ratings: L319 Facelift four-star Euro NCAP/ANCAP; L462 five-star Euro NCAP/ANCAP.
- Exterior width: L319 Facelift 2,022 mm; L462 2,220 mm.
- Boot space: L319 Facelift 290 litres; L462 258 litres.
L319 Facelift
- RM198,603 cheaper to buy.
- 290-litre boot is 32 litres larger.
- Five-year/300,000 km manufacturer warranty.
- Slower 9.3-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Uses 8.8 L/100 km versus 7.2 L/100 km.
- Four-star Euro NCAP and ANCAP ratings versus five stars.
L462
- 258 hp and 600 Nm, with 8.1-second 0-100 km/h acceleration.
- Adaptive LED headlamps, surround camera and adaptive cruise control.
- Five-star Euro NCAP and ANCAP ratings.
- RM198,603 higher purchase price.
- 258-litre boot is 32 litres smaller.
- At 2,220 mm wide, it is 198 mm wider.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM489,888✓ | RM688,491 |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Segment | Executive | Executive |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM1,629 | RM1,629 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC with common-rail direct fuel injection and twin variable geometry turbochargers | 24-valve DOHC with common-rail direct fuel injection and variable geometry turbochargers |
| Capacity | 2,993 cc | 2,993 cc |
| Horsepower | 251 hp at 4,000 rpm | 258 hp at 3,750 rpm✓ |
| Torque | 600 Nm at 2,000 rpm | 600 Nm at 1,650 rpm |
| Cylinder Arrangement | V 6 | V 6 |
| Fuel | Diesel | Diesel |
| Bore × Stroke | 84 mm × 90 mm | 84 mm × 90 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 16 | 16 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Conventional Automatic |
| Transmission Name | 8-Speed Drive Select | 8-Speed Automatic Transmission with Sport Mode |
| Gears | 8 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | ZF | ZF |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 9.3 seconds | 8.1 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 8.8 L/100 km | 7.2 L/100 km✓ |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 209 km/h✓ |
| Co2 | 230 g/km | 189 g/km✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,829 mm | 4,970 mm |
| Width | 2,022 mm | 2,220 mm |
| Height | 1,837 mm | 1,888 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,885 mm | 2,923 mm |
| Weight | 2,570 kg | 2,298 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 82 litres | 85 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 7 | 7 |
| Boot Space | 290 litres✓ | 258 litres |
| Front Tyre | 255/55R19 | 275/45R21 |
| Rear Tyre | 255/55R19 | 275/45R21 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Full Size |
| Factory Tyres | — | Continental CrossContact LX Sport |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | United Kingdom (CBU) | United Kingdom (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbone with Air Suspension | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Double Wishbone with Air Suspension | Multi-Link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 19" Alloy | 21" 10 Split-Spoke Style 1012 Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 19" Alloy | 21" 10 Split-Spoke Style 1012 Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Hydraulic Power Assist) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | — | Air Suspension (adjustable ride height and damping), Terrain Response |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 4 stars | 5 stars✓ |
| ANCAP | 4 stars | 5 stars✓ |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 8 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain, 3rd Row Side Airbag) | 8 (Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain) |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Yes | Electric for rear doors |
| Seat Belts | 7 Three-point | 7 Three-point |
| ISOFIX | Available for two outer 2nd row passenger seats | Three on Middle Row Seats, Two on Last Row Seats |
| Lane-keeping Assist | — | No |
| Seatbelt Reminder | — | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | Bi-Xenon Directional Projector | Adaptive LED Headlights |
| Taillamps | LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Front Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | — | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Manual Adjust | 12-Way Power-Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function |
| Rear Seats | 35:20:35 Split-Folding and Tumbling 2nd Row, 50:50 Split-Folding 3rd Row | 60:40 Split-Folding, Manual Slide and Recline Middle Row, 50:50 Split-Folding Last Row |
| Front Air-con | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Rear Air-con | Single-Zone Manual, 2nd and 3rd Row Vents | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control System |
| Sunroof | No | Panoramic |
| Power Sockets | 1 | 3 Front, 2 Middle Row, 1 Boot |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lights and Boot | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 front, 2 middle, 2 rear | 2 Front, 2 Middle Row |
| Sun Shade | Front sunvisors with vanity mirrors and illumination | — |
| Audio | 7" touchscreen navigation system with CD/DVD playback, AUX-in, USB, iPod connectivity and 11-speaker Harman/Kardon sound system | 10" InTouchControl Pro, Meridian Sound System with 10 Speakers and Subwoofer |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four windows, auto up and down with anti-pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Remote control operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | No | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | — | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | — | Powered boot |
| Parking Sensor Front | Yes | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | Yes | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | No | Yes, with Surround Camera System |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ |
| Navigation | — | ✓ |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | — | Electroluminescent Analogue |
| Parking Brake | — | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 300,000 km✓ | 150,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 5 years | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | — | 5-year/65,000 km free scheduled maintenance |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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L319 Facelift vs L462 FAQ
Is the Land Rover Discovery L319 Facelift or Land Rover Discovery L462 better?
The Land Rover Discovery L462 is better equipped and more capable on paper, with 8.1-second acceleration, 7.2 L/100 km economy and five-star safety ratings. The L319 Facelift is the rational choice if its lower price, bigger boot and 300,000-km warranty are priorities.
What is the price difference?
The Land Rover Discovery L462 costs RM688,491, which is RM198,603 more than the RM489,888 Land Rover Discovery L319 Facelift. Both have annual road tax of RM1,629.
Which Discovery is easier to park and carries more luggage?
The L319 Facelift is 2,022 mm wide and has a 290-litre boot. The L462 is 2,220 mm wide with a 258-litre boot, so the older Discovery is 198 mm narrower and carries 32 litres more luggage.
