Discovery 4

Land Rover Discovery 4 (2009–2016) - The Heavy-Duty Equestrian & Family Workhorse

Why Woodland Country 4x4 Rates the Discovery 4
The Discovery 4 is widely regarded as the pinnacle of practical, heavy-duty Land Rover engineering. Combining uncompromising luxury with class-leading utilitarian capability, it bridges the gap between executive transport and serious agricultural workhorse better than almost any other vehicle on the road.
Equestrian, Towing & Yard Utility
With an industry-standard 3,500kg braked towing capacity, the Discovery 4 effortlessly hauls large twin-horse trailers, commercial cattle trailers, and heavy plant equipment.

Air Suspension Hitching Advantage: The standard electronically controlled air suspension allows you to lower the rear ride height from the key fob or boot switch to reverse straight under a trailer hitch, then raise the vehicle to lock into place—eliminating manual jockey-wheel cranking.
Split Tailgate: The lower tailgate supports up to 210kg, acting as an ideal bench for changing out of mud-caked boots, rigging tackle, or preparing dog feeds at events.
7-Seat Flat-Fold Load Bay: The rear seats fold completely flat into the floor, transforming the vehicle from a 7-seat family carrier into a massive, boxy 2,558-litre cargo hold for feed pallets, straw bales, or equipment boxes.
Powertrain & Torque Delivery
Powered by the formidable 3.0-litre SDV6 twin-turbocharged diesel engine producing up to 256 hp and a massive 600 Nm of torque at low RPM. Mated to the ultra-smooth ZF 8-speed automatic transmission, it pulls heavy loads off wet grass or steep slopes without hesitation or wheelspin.
Trim Level Breakdown
Trim Level
Key Features & Equipment
Ideal Country Use Case

GS
Fabric interior, air suspension, Terrain Response, 19-inch alloy wheels.
Pure utility for farm managers, towing, and rugged estate duties.

XS
Leather seating, touchscreen satellite navigation, Xenon headlights, upgraded audio.
The sweet spot for equestrian families needing dual-purpose luxury and towing.

HSE
Triple sunroofs, premium Windsor leather, rear-view camera, Harman Kardon/Meridian sound.
High-specification towing platform with executive comfort for long journeys.

Landmark
Extended leather trim, bright roof rails, 20-inch unique alloys, luxury detail pack.
Flagship luxury combined with uncompromising 3.5-tonne towing power.

What We Check Before Selling (Woodland Mechanical Protocol)
The Discovery 4 requires specialized care to remain reliable. Our workshop subjects every vehicle to rigorous mechanical checks:

Timing Belts (Front & Rear): Verification and replacement of primary front timing belt and rear high-pressure fuel pump belt.
Air Suspension System: Comprehensive leak checks on air struts, compressor unit pressure output tests, and valve block inspections.
Suspension Bushings & Arms: Detailed check of front lower control arm bushes and rear suspension geometry to prevent premature tyre wear.
Braking System & Handbrake Module: Electronic park brake (EPB) calibration, shoe clearances, and heavy-duty brake disc/pad health checks for towing safety.