Discovery SVX

[Geedublya]

It was in the news section but I thought a link here would be more appropriate. This is a D5 I could own. I hope someone can come up with long range tank.....

2019 Land Rover Discovery SVX revealed, due in Australia late 2018 - Photos (1 of 15) (http://www.caradvice.com.au/582990/2019-land-rover-discovery-svx-revealed-due-in-australia-late-2018/photos/)

[rammypluge]

Reminds me of a Trailhawk.

[Graeme]

Fitted with 275/55R20 tyres - is that a Duratrac?

[veebs]

Fitted with 275/55R20 tyres - is that a Duratrac?

The pics are definitely Good Years...

[Graeme]

The side ribs are typical Duratracs which have recently become available in 255/55R20 and the GG AT3 is now available in both 255/55R20 and 275/55R20. I'm on the look-out for a quieter tyre than my current BFG AT but one with open enough tread to be of use in sloppy stuff.

[SBD4]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oEjGhfnXgGM


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V_Rd9EHFvhY


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c9tMUx1jeDQ

[chuck]

Why would they not have built a diesel version.

The off-road ability is probably great but useless unless you are all your load carrying capacity in fuel.

[loanrangie]

Yeah a tdv8 version would be awesome.

[DI5CO]

I would wait until the specs are actually announced before asking why engines/options are there or not there.

[rammypluge]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oEjGhfnXgGM


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V_Rd9EHFvhY


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c9tMUx1jeDQOh yes, i now expect to see one of these next time i go 4wding. Not.

Anyone silly enough to buy one to take off road will quickly damage a low profile tyre, rim, and very quickly calculate the cost of damaging other parts of the car, like front and rear bumpers, etc. And when some bushes are hanging across the track, if you cant bring yourself to proceed, its all a regretful decision.

[jon3950]

Ok, so maybe it's not the most practical 4wd, but **** it I'd have one.

[chuck]

Why???

Again I have taken my D4 where Defenders have gone - mine does not have bulbar, just slightly bigger tyres.

Done the same with my D3

The SVX has fairly big tyres which BTW you can fit on a normal D5 legally.

Interestingly if you compare this 275 55 20 to a stock D1 tyre 235 50 16 there is only 12mm difference in sidewalls heights

[jon3950]

Why???

Again I have taken my D4 where Defenders have gone - mine does not have bulbar, just slightly bigger tyres.

Done the same with my D3

The SVX has fairly big tyres which BTW you can fit on a normal D5 legally.

Interestingly if you compare this 275 55 20 to a stock D1 tyre 235 50 16 there is only 12mm difference in sidewalls heights

I'm specifically commenting on the SVX, not the D5 in general.

The colour of the seats and a thirsty petrol V8 means it doesn't suit how I would want to use it. I think the winch at the back is not as useful as a winch at the front. I could probably live with the tyres, having had the 19"s on the D4, but would certainly prefer something with a higher profile. My Defender has 2" more sidewall in the tyre. (200mm vs 150mm).

Cheers,
Jon

[SimmAus]

?..it. I think the winch at the back is not as useful as a winch at the front.

Cheers,
Jon

Hi Jon,
I also thought that...but then again us Landrover drivers are a considerate / benevolent bunch, the winch is for the poor sod stuck behind, once the LR has driven the obstacle with ease ;-)

I'd buy one if it came with a Diesel engine...and if it were the tdv8, even quicker!

[DiscoClax]

I'm looking more at what this says about Land Rover as a company. ie "We're not going soft. We still understand off-road capability. But why do it povvo when you can do it in THIS!" Ta-dah! :)
Kudos to them. My interest in the D5 has just cranked up appreciably. To near redline.
But I really, really hope they do diesel version... Please... With eight cylinders in a vee configuration with two hair dryers.

[cripesamighty]

My stock D1 tyres are either 205/80/16 or 235/70/16. The D3 I recently bought came with 265/60/18 AT tyres, but I might see if I can find some 17's somewhere for touring. A couple of months ago I hit some tracks North of Perth with one of guys off the forum in his D4 V8. Looking at my D1 when airing down, he joked about "sidewall envy" as he had 20's on his car. Didn't stop him in the least though so I am sure the rim/tyre choice for the average D5 driver should be ok.

[jon3950]

My stock D1 tyres are either 205/80/16 or 235/70/16. The D3 I recently bought came with 265/60/18 AT tyres, but I might see if I can find some 17's somewhere for touring.

For touring, I wouldn't bother spending the money. I think the 18"s are just fine, especially now there are decent choices of rubber. Having run 17"s and 18"s on a D3 and 19"s on a D4 I think 18"s are the best compromise between handling and sidewall strength. I went to great lengths to get a set of 17"s for the D3 but in the end spent most of the time running on the 18"s. They were nicer on road and I never had a problem with them off-road that was due to their size.


A couple of months ago I hit some tracks North of Perth with one of guys off the forum in his D4 V8. Looking at my D1 when airing down, he joked about "sidewall envy" as he had 20's on his car. Didn't stop him in the least though so I am sure the rim/tyre choice for the average D5 driver should be ok.

I think many would be surprised how far you can get with 20"s - as long as you are careful with speed and pressure. They are not for me though. Whilst I'd happily have a D3/4 or 5 with 18"s, I must admit I'm enjoying having 16"s again - just a little less to worry about.

Cheers,
Jon

[GP1200]

When ordering my D5 last week, I asked about SVX, at this stage they had no pricing, but the salesman in his opinion ( and it was only a opinion) that $200,000 wasn't out of the question.

phew, that take my breath away!!!

but you never know, they might supprise us, ( I asked if I could just order the wheels & tyres instead )

Jack

[XDrive]

I'm specifically commenting on the SVX, not the D5 in general.

The colour of the seats and a thirsty petrol V8 means it doesn't suit how I would want to use it. I think the winch at the back is not as useful as a winch at the front. I could probably live with the tyres, having had the 19"s on the D4, but would certainly prefer something with a higher profile. My Defender has 2" more sidewall in the tyre. (200mm vs 150mm).

Cheers,

Jon
Actually having a winch at the back is quite clever.Having the ability to winch backwards prevents you pulling yourself into more trouble and the fact that you have already made a path on the way in means it is easier to get out.
Lots of people fit rear mounted winches no excess weight over the steering axle and no requirement for a bull bar either
It actually makes a lot of sense and is one reason why I have both a front and rear mounted winch
Hope this helps
Regards
XDrive

[Mac_and_Cheese]

When ordering my D5 last week, I asked about SVX, at this stage they had no pricing, but the salesman in his opinion ( and it was only a opinion) that $200,000 wasn't out of the question. phew, that take my breath away!!! but you never know, they might supprise us, ( I asked if I could just order the wheels & tyres instead ) Jack

I was told along similiar lines when I inquired on my D5 test drive. To be specific that the cheapest vehicle that engine is available in is the RRS HSE Dynamic starting at $160000ish but then it jumps up to $190000ish for the Jag XF and that pricing for the SVX would most likely fall between these 2 somewhere but he seemed to think it would be more towards the XF end of the scale.

Cheers, Tom

[TerryO]

Oh yes, i now expect to see one of these next time i go 4wding. Not.

Anyone silly enough to buy one to take off road will quickly damage a low profile tyre, rim, and very quickly calculate the cost of damaging other parts of the car, like front and rear bumpers, etc. And when some bushes are hanging across the track, if you cant bring yourself to proceed, its all a regretful decision.

The same was said about the D3 and D4 when they came out, especially the D4's that often had 20's fitted and there are plenty of those being used off road. Given time you will see D5's all kitted out bashing their way around plenty of demanding tracks and doing it easy.

[SBD4]

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kMMZbL-NAyE&list=TLGG8GihxhnExQExMjExMjAxNw

[blackrangie]

Has anyone heard realible info as to when the SVX D5 is arriving in OZ and how much?

Lots of goodies in the SVXhttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190203/a5673001339f3882371f7631cf9f58f3.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190203/efc87bbb59c1d67f9510c198e59737bd.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190203/7eab68b36d20a8b9127f734474f9f497.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190203/342ec0727ceb65371581ae257377f3a0.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190203/4c2e14ebee04e2283e20c174683ac0c1.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190203/71980e0bcb9414068aa1285fe3a406c0.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190203/3a808d15c52415dc287cec6b518bb0e8.jpg

[IndusD4]

According to press releases in 2017 the build was to start in 2018. But nobody can order one yet. The press suggested UK price would be around 100,000 GBP, if that is any indication you could double it for AUD.

[blackrangie]

According to press releases in 2017 the build was to start in 2018. But nobody can order one yet. The press suggested UK price would be around 100,000 GBP, if that is any indication you could double it for AUD.Yeah dont think they will be cheap with all the extras and hand built by SVO.

[101RRS]

And it is still as Ugly as ...................

[101RRS]

But the Disco 5 does go Ok on the track - I assume it is not a SVR

Land Rover Discovery Driver Goes Nuts on the 'Ring - SUV Driving on the Nurburgring (https://www.roadandtrack.com/new-cars/a26112083/land-rover-discovery-nurburgring-video/)

[blackrangie]

And it is still as Ugly as ...................Thats what they said about the d3 [emoji1787]

The SVX is growing on me

Would get the rear door number plate centering kit though or maybe a rear wheel carrier would fix the look.

The new nissans look worse imo but come up pretty good after getting all barred up.

Would be interesting to see an svx all barred up.https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190204/59008efcd9d7460bfb948de828e0c439.jpg

[weeds]

I’d have one in a heart beat....sadly don’t have the $$$’s

[Geedublya]

I’d have one in a heart beat....sadly don’t have the $$$’s

Me too, the motor gearbox combination is sensational and the extra room and off road capability over the RRS would be welcome.

I don't think it looks too bad at all, much better than the L320 RRS (pokes Gary with a stick).

[101RRS]

I don't think it looks too bad at all, much better than the L320 RRS (pokes Gary with a stick).

Hmm well you know where your taste buds are don't you? [bigrolf] The rear roof line and the back end just do not look right - looks like a scaled up Disco Sport with a D4 rear roof line grafted on the get height at the rear of the interior.

The car was clearly designed by a couple of committees working independently of each other - and world wide sales reflect it woeful look.

Garry

[IndusD4]

Getting the D4 was great when there weren't that many around. People acknowledged each other at the lights, you even got a friendly wave at times in the city. Then one day driving over the harbour bridge into the city I counted 7 D4 around me all going in the same direction on the bridge and the exclusivity wore off, the waves disappeared and in the city they became common as muck.

But it's back in the D5, acknowledging each other at the lights, windows down and a quick chat. We D5 owners are a social bunch, we don't want too many of them around yet as the waves and chats will just disappear the same way as with the the D4.

Ron

[LRD414]

I’m pretty sure the SVX version of the D5 was cancelled.

Scott

[scarry]

Hmm well you know where your taste buds are don't you? [bigrolf] The rear roof line and the back end just do not look right - looks like a scaled up Disco Sport with a D4 rear roof line grafted on the get height at the rear of the interior.

The car was clearly designed by a couple of committees working independently of each other - and world wide sales reflect it woeful look.

Garry

It sort of grows on you,like changes to any vehicle.

From every angle but the rear view,i don't think its that bad.

That SVX is probably the best looking D5 i have seen.Now if they just centered the number plate,it would be even better.Like the Disco Sport.

Oh,and a split tailgate would be nice,i love the D4 set up.

[blackrangie]

I’m pretty sure the SVX version of the D5 was cancelled.

ScottI got an unofficial confirmation of this today(called a dealer) brexit unknowns and china sales dip have caused JLR to pull back on all non essential models etc.

Im sure it will be back, but for now its shelved [emoji53].

I guess its up to the aftermarket now to come up with the goods

Is Lucky 8 the only mob doing stuff for the D5?

[IndusD4]

I believe APT off-road in Brisbane are working on accessories too, but there's nothing on their website yet.

Ron

[grey_ghost]

Ben from APT bought a D5 a while ago. He had it at Cooma and is indeed working on accessories, but I don’t know where he’s at.

[Stux]

I got an unofficial confirmation of this today(called a dealer) brexit unknowns and china sales dip have caused JLR to pull back on all non essential models etc.

Im sure it will be back, but for now its shelved [emoji53].

I guess its up to the aftermarket now to come up with the goods

Is Lucky 8 the only mob doing stuff for the D5?

My dealer told me as such today when I went to test drive the SD6.

PS: I like the SD6 ;)

[SBD4]

While the D5 SVX would be fantastic, LR have really lost the plot if they think they can justify a $200K D5 by making it more off road capable.

This should just be an "off road pack" you can order based on the standard discovery...any engine too. forget all of the jazzed up crap they added as a part of it coming out of SVO. DOn't need any of the bling, those should be part of the "other" packs. You could start with the povo disco and add the "off road pack" for say 20K and be done with it....super capable vehicle without the fuss and outrageous price tag.

Anyone with the money to buy one of those and wants to take it off road will spend it on something else....I reckon.

[blackrangie]

While the D5 SVX would be fantastic, LR have really lost the plot if they think they can justify a $200K D5 by making it more off road capable.

This should just be an "off road pack" you can order based on the standard discovery...any engine too. forget all of the jazzed up crap they added as a part of it coming out of SVO. DOn't need any of the bling, those should be part of the "other" packs. You could start with the povo disco and add the "off road pack" for say 20K and be done with it....super capable vehicle without the fuss and outrageous price tag.

Anyone with the money to buy one of those and wants to take it off road will spend it on something else....I reckon.I believe most of what was on the SVX will be on the new defender anyway, there was actually a large amount of changes and offroad specific mods visually, software and hardware, not just the visual offroad pack type stuff other brands add on, the svx gear would have been very hard to just add on to a D5 when you look into what it was getting.

I think the SVX was going to be hand built by SVO

Could they dial it down and just do some of the SVX gear, yes, and im sure we will see some of it trickle onto future d5 models, or a resurrection of the SVX disco after brexit is sorted.

If someone had 200k and wanted a capable and comfortable offroader with good looks and an SV8 there are not many other options, it would have sold just like RRS sell and RRV sell, but JLR obviously have to watch their spend at the moment.

[blackrangie]

My dealer told me as such today when I went to test drive the SD6.

PS: I like the SD6 ;)What exactly did they say?

[Stux]

What exactly did they say?

“Not happening”

[blackrangie]

“Not happening”Hmm would like to see the bulletin, does it say shelved or gone for good.

Maybe they concluded it would bring the D5 too close to defender and it is gone for good.