Two models are available: SD ($33,350) and SE ($37,150). For 2002, Discovery has dropped its previous mid-range LE model.
Adding the Rear Seat Package ($1,000) to either model expands seating capacity from five to seven and changes the model designation to SD7 or SE7. A hydraulic rear step comes with the forward-facing jump seats.
Standard features include an all-aluminum 4.0-liter V8, a four-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission, Land Rover's permanent four-wheel drive, a sophisticated four-wheel electronic traction control system, Hill Descent Control, and a four-channel all-terrain anti-lock braking system.
Also standard are eight-way power adjustable front seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, keyless entry, heated power mirrors, power windows and door locks, child safety locks, cruise control, rear window washer and wiper, halogen headlamps with washers, and 16-inch alloy wheels.
The seats in our SD test model were covered with Duragrain, a beige vinyl-like material. It's attractive and looks tough. The SD audio system is an Alpine 100-watt unit with six speakers.
More popular is the SE, which comes with a leather interior, either in beige or two shades of gray. The seats have center armrests and power lumbar control. The sound system is a 220-watt, 10-channel Alpine unit with Lear amplifier and 12 Philips speakers, plus a six-disc CD changer. SE also comes standard with dual power glass sunroofs, HomeLink, a Class III trailer tow hitch receiver, and a roll-up rear load space cover. Eighteen-inch wheels and a silver-tone grille make the SE easy to spot. The SE7 includes remote audio controls and headphone jacks for the rear-seat passengers.
An optional Performance Package ($2,450) for the SE comprises Land Rover's Active Cornering Enhancement system and Self-Leveling Suspension.
Other major options include rear air conditioning ($750) and a Cold Climate Package ($500) that includes heated seats and windscreen. Dual sunroofs ($1,500) are available for the SD.