For 2020, Land Rover introduces a few updates for the Discovery, the company’s midsize SUV. Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and blind-spot monitoring now come standard and a new Landmark Edition debuts.

In the Land Rover lineup, the Discovery is positioned as a rugged off-roader, and it looks the part with a tall roof, generous greenhouse, and extra body protection. The Discovery’s interior is open and airy thanks to big windows and a dual-pane glass roof. Cargo volume measures 38.8 cubic feet with the second row deployed and 83.7 cubic feet with the second-row seats folded.

Two engines are available. The supercharged 3.0-liter V6 burns gasoline and makes 340 horsepower and 332 pound-feet of torque. The turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 burns diesel and produces 254 hp and 443 lb-ft of torque. Maximum towing capacity is 8,201 pounds with the supercharged V6.

Both engines connect to an 8-speed automatic transmission and permanent 4-wheel drive (4WD) with a locking center differential. With the available air suspension, the Discovery offers up to 11.1 inches of ground clearance. Sophisticated off-roading technology is also available, ranging from powertrain and traction systems designed for use on specific surfaces to low-speed cruise control that allows a driver to focus on steering a path across difficult terrain.

Trims include SE, Landmark Edition, HSE, and HSE Luxury. The Landmark Edition adds 20-inch black wheels along with a premium Meridian sound system. The HSE Luxury adds premium leather upholstery, reclining rear seats, and a 10-way power driver's seat.

Three-row seating comes standard in all but the Discovery SE. The second-row seat features a 40/20/40-split design. Heated and ventilated front- and second-row seats are available, as well as a massage function for the driver and front passenger. A 10-inch touchscreen infotainment system comes standard. Landmark Edition, HSE, and HSE Luxury trims add navigation, a WiFi hotspot, and a premium sound system. A rear-seat entertainment system and a head-up display (HUD) are available as options.

When it comes to safety, every 2020 Discovery includes low-speed automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, lane-keep assist, and blind-spot monitoring. Upgrades include adaptive cruise with stop-and-go capability, high-speed automatic emergency braking, lane-centering assist, and rear cross-traffic alert. Front and rear parking sensors, a surround-view camera, and semi-autonomous parking assist are also available.

The Discovery’s closest competitor in terms of size, seating capacity, and off-roading capability is the Lexus GX 460. Otherwise, you can trade the Discovery’s outright adventuring talent for a pavement cruiser such as the Acura MDX, Audi Q7, BMW X5, Cadillac XT6, Infiniti QX60, Lexus RX L, Lincoln Aviator, Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class, or Volvo XC90.