Land Rover has announced its innovative Ingenium diesel engine will be introduced to the Discovery Sport. Following its highly successful launch in September 2014, the premium compact SUV will now be available with enhanced performance and economy. The 2.0-litre four-cylinder Ingenium diesel engine is designed to deliver class-leading torque and power outputs, combined with excellent refinement, reduced CO2 emissions and lower fuel consumption.
The Discovery Sport's EU6 compliant Ingenium engine will be available with two power outputs, 150bhp and 180bhp. The new 150bhp derivative in its five seat set-up provides fuel economy of up to 24.5km/L and CO2 emissions from 129g/km, whilst the TD4 180bhp in its standard 5+2 configuration delivers 139g/km and 22.6km/L on the combined cycle.
The new aluminium TD4 engine features lightweight construction, with stiff cylinder blocks and decoupled injectors, which ensures low levels of vibration and noise intrusion, further enhancing the driver experience.
A series of advanced technologies reduce internal friction, improve refinement and enhance overall performance. In addition, Selective Catalytic Reduction and a new low-pressure exhaust gas recirculation system significantly reduce both CO2 and NOx emissions.
The Ingenium-powered Discovery Sport TD4 150bhp will be designated an 'E-Capability' vehicle, with a blue 'Sport' badge highlighting the most efficient variant. These vehicles will also feature 18-inch wheels with low rolling resistance tyres. The final drive gearing and engine calibrations have been optimised to provide the lowest possible CO2 for the vehicle. E-Capability introduces a five-seat option in the U.K. for the first time, with all TD4 180bhp variants remaining with 5+2 seating as standard.
Land Rover's advanced new Ingenium engines are manufactured in the U.K. at the company's new state-of-the-art £500m (S$1 billion) Engine Manufacturing Centre in the West Midlands, which is set to produce 450,000 Ingenium engines each year.
