2022 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2022 Land Rover Discovery Sport

You love the look of Land Rover SUVs, but should you choose the Land Rover Discovery or the Discovery Sport? Either could be a great fit for the busy family in Rumson or Colts Neck, but what exactly is the difference between the two models? Our 2022 Land Rover Discovery vs. Discovery Sport comparison shows that both models offer an optional third row. However, the Discovery is larger and more expensive, and it also has a higher towing capacity.

Interior: 2022 Land Rover Discovery vs. Discovery Sport

Both the Land Rover Discovery and the Land Rover Discovery Sport come standard with seating for up to five. Each also offers an optional third row bench seat for the buyer who wants to seat up to seven. So, what’s the difference between the Land Rover Discovery and the Land Rover Discovery Sport? The Discovery is the larger model, and it also offers more standard features.

• Upholstery: The Discovery includes leather seats as standard; the Discovery Sport comes standard with cloth seats and offers leather as an upgrade.
• Cargo Space: The larger Discovery offers up to 74.3 cubic feet of trunk space when its rear seats are folded flat. The cargo space in the Discovery Sport tops out at 55.6 cubic feet.
• Infotainment: You’ll receive Touch Pro™ and an 11.4-inch touchscreen no matter which model you choose, but only the Discovery includes Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ as standard features. These are optional in the Discovery Sport.
• Safety Tech: Both models include a wide range of advanced safety features, but only the Discovery includes Cross Traffic Alert and Blind Spot Monitor as standard features. Both are optional in the Discovery Sport.

So, the Land Rover Discovery plainly has more to offer—but it’s also the more expensive of the two models. You’ll pay a starting price of $42,375 MSRP* for a new Discovery Sport. The new Discovery, on the other hand, starts at $53,900 MSRP*.

Performance & Capability: Land Rover Discovery or Discovery Sport?

You really can’t go wrong in this matchup. Your choice should depend on your own specific needs, so take a closer look at what each model is offering:

• Tow Ratings: If you plan on doing a lot of heavy lifting, you might be happier with the Discovery. It can tow up to 6,614 pounds. The Discovery Sport, on the other hand, can tow up to 4,409 pounds.
• Engine Output: The Discovery comes standard with a 296-hp turbocharged four-cylinder engine. The Discovery Sport also receives a turbocharged four-cylinder engine, but this option delivers 246 hp.
• Fuel Economy: The Land Rover Discovery and the Land Rover Discovery Sport get equivalent gas mileage in the city. However, the Discovery offers 22 mpg highway**, compared to 23 mpg highway** for the Discovery Sport. Notably, the fuel tank in the Discovery is six gallons larger than the fuel tank in the Discovery Sport.

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