For 2022, Land Rover South Africa has elected to bolster the popular Discovery Sport range with an array of limited edition models.
Based on the R-Dynamic models, the special edition receives unique touches to help it stand out from conventional models. This includes shadow aluminium finishers, Luxtec Suedecloth seats (non-leather), with a black contrast roof finishing everything off nicely. Five colours are available - Hakuba Silver, Ostuni White, Carpathian Grey, Santorini Black and Firenze Red.
Luxury features include a powered tailgate and Land Rover's revolutionary ClearSight rear view mirror.
Engine options mirror those offered in the Evoque, with a 2.0-litre turbodiesel and petrol available. Both utilise an eight-speed automatic transmission; the turbodiesel (D200) producing 147 kW and 430 Nm of torque. Land Rover claims a 0-100 km/h time of 8.6 seconds. The more powerful P250 petrol (with 183 kW and 365 Nm) hits 100 km/h in 7.8 seconds.
The third powertrain option is a unique plug-in hybrid model which, says Land Rover, can emit emissions as low as 48g/km. Fitted with a three-cylinder, 1.5-litre engine, it is combined with an 80 kW electric motor. This provides good economy and performance, with 0-100 km/h in just 6.6 seconds, while fuel economy is as low as 1.5 L/100 km.
The line-up is as follows:
2.0 diesel 147kW R-Dynamic SE
2.0 diesel 147kW R-Dynamic HSE
2.0 diesel 147kW Urban Edition
2.0 petrol 183kW R-Dynamic SE
2.0 petrol 183kW R-Dynamic HSE
2.0 petrol 183kW Urban Edition
1.5 PHEV 227kW R-Dynamic SE
1.5 PHEV 227kW R-Dynamic HSE
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FAQ
Q: What does the Land Rover Discovery Sport Urban Edition cost in South Africa?
The Land Rover Discovery Sport Urban Edition sits between the R-Dynamic SE and HSE trim levels, with pricing expected to start around R850,000 for the diesel version, while the petrol Urban Edition will likely cost around R880,000.
Q: Is the Land Rover Discovery Sport Urban Edition worth buying?
The Discovery Sport Urban Edition offers excellent value if you want something a bit different from the standard models, with its unique styling touches like shadow aluminium finishers and black contrast roof making it stand out without breaking the bank.
Q: What makes the Urban Edition different from regular Discovery Sport models?
The Urban Edition gets shadow aluminium finishers, Luxtec Suedecloth seats instead of leather, a distinctive black contrast roof, plus luxury features like a powered tailgate and ClearSight rear view mirror that aren't standard on base models.
Q: Which engine is best in the Discovery Sport Urban Edition?
The 2.0-litre diesel with 147 kW and 430 Nm is the sweet spot for most buyers, offering proper torque for towing and family duties while still being relatively economical, though the plug-in hybrid delivers the best performance at 6.6 seconds to 100 kph.
Should You Buy It?
Yes, the Discovery Sport Urban Edition is worth considering if you want a premium family SUV that stands out from the crowd without paying HSE money. At an estimated R850,000 for the diesel version, it offers the best balance of unique styling, practical luxury features, and Land Rover's proven all-wheel-drive capability. The diesel engine provides excellent torque for South African conditions, while the Urban Edition's distinctive touches like the black contrast roof and shadow finishers give it proper kerb appeal. Just remember that Land Rover ownership means higher maintenance costs than Japanese rivals, but you're getting genuine off-road ability and premium British engineering for your money.
