2017 Land Rover Discovery wears a slick new suit but hasn't forgotten its roots

Relax, we're trained professionals.

Thankfully, the Discovery's Terrain Response 2 features a sand mode.

Most SUVs wait their entire lives for a view like this, but few can climb to see it.

Much-improved materials and JLR's new InControl Touch Pro infotainment system bring the Discovery into the modern age.

Having a team of spotters helps a lot when you can't see over the hood because you're pointed skyward.

Those rocks are slippery, but the Disco's advanced electronics suite makes the best of the available traction.

Utah is desolate but gorgeous, people.

Fortunately, yours truly never needed that orange cheater board.

You won't catch an Audi, BMW or Lexus out here.

Arrival and departure angles have improved over the already very capable LR4.

All-wheel drive is standard, but a two-speed transfer case is valuable optional equipment for hardcore off-roaders.

Don't look down. On second thought...