Although the Discovery Sport has a certified maximum towing weight of 2.5 tonnes, it was able to pull 60 times its own weight, powered by Jaguar Land Rover’s 180bhp Ingenium diesel engine providing 430Nm of torque.
The vehicle did have Land Rover’s towing and traction technologies – such as Terrain Response, Tow Assist, Tow Hitch Assist and All Terrain Progress Control – but the only modification was the fitment of rail wheels.
Discovery Sport even completed the impressive pull without the aid of a low-range gearbox, instead using its nine-speed automatic gearbox and Terrain Response system to generate the necessary traction.
The All Terrain Progress Control (ATPC) system was also engaged during the tow, to maximise traction at a set speed – similar to a low speed cruise control.
Click the link below to watch a video of the feat.
