Jaguar land rover is planning to introduce its new Ingenium diesel engine to its premium compact SUV, Discovery Sport.
The company said that Ingenium diesel engine will be available in two power outputs: 150PS and 180PS, capable of providing fuel economy of up to 57.7mpg and CO2 emissions of 129g/km.
The 180PS varient is capable of accelerating from 0 - 100km/h in just 8.9 seconds, and can attain top speed of a top speed of 117 mph.
According to Jaguar, the new aluminum engine has lightweight construction with decoupled injectors and cylinder blocks which facilitates low levels of vibration and noise intrusion.
It also features a new low-pressure exhaust gas recirculation system that reduces both CO2 and NOx emissions.
Jaguar highlighted that the Ingenium-powered Discovery Sport will also be designated an 'E-Capability' vehicle.
E-Capability designation will be given to the company's five-seat models fitted with either the 150PS or 180PS Ingenium engine.
Land Rover Programmes director Murray Dietsch said: "Land Rover's new family of Ingenium engines is truly class leading.
"By introducing it to the Discovery Sport, we can now offer enhanced fuel economy and reduced CO2 emissions, while improving overall performance.
"The Ingenium engine confirms Discovery Sport's position as the most versatile and capable compact premium SUV in the world."
Image: Discovery Sport engine manufacturing centre interior. Photo: Courtesy of Jaguar Land Rover.
