2023 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2023 Land Rover Discovery Sport

Many drivers compare the Land Rover Discovery vs. Land Rover Discovery Sport before they bring home a new SUV, but which one is right for you? It really depends on what you’re looking for. You’ll pay more to bring home a Land Rover Discovery, but this SUV is also larger and better equipped than the Discovery Sport. The Discovery also has more engine power and a higher towing capacity. Ready for a closer look? We’ve laid out everything you need to know to make the right choice.

Price & Quality: Discovery or Discovery Sport?

The 2023 Land Rover Discovery costs roughly $10,000 more than the 2023 Land Rover Discovery Sport, and that’s before you begin to factor in the cost of upgrades. Use our payment calculator to find out how much you can expect to pay on a monthly basis.

Unsure if the Discovery is worth its higher price tag? Let us put your fears to rest: this is one matchup where you definitely get what you pay for.

• The Pivi Pro™ operating system is present in both vehicles, but the central touchscreen in the Discovery is 1.4 inches larger than the touchscreen in the Discovery Sport.
• The Discovery receives standard Grained Leather upholstery, while the Discovery Sport has synthetic DuoLeather.
• The Discovery comes equipped with a 3D Surround View camera. If you want the same technology in the Discovery Sport, you’ll need to upgrade your trim.

Don’t forget that you can save on either SUV when you trade in an older vehicle at our dealership.

Dimensions & Capacities: Discovery or Discovery Sport?

Should you choose the Discovery or Discovery Sport? The answer might depend on whether or not you’ll be traveling with many adult or teenage passengers. As we’ve already noted, the Discovery is larger: it has seven full-size seats as standard. The Discovery Sport offers 5+2 seating as an optional upgrade, but these two ‘bonus’ seats are best-suited for children.

Cargo storage space is another important factor for SUV shoppers—and the Discovery wins out here as well. With the rear seats folded flat, it offers 74.3 cubic feet. The Discovery Sport, on the other hand, offers up to 63.3 cubic feet.

Performance & Capability: Land Rover Discovery or Discovery Sport?

As standard, the engine in the Discovery offers 50 more horsepower than the engine in the Discovery Sport. That’s not an enormous difference, but it’s enough to make an impact on your Minneapolis and St. Paul commutes.

Even more crucially, the Land Rover Discovery Sport can only tow up to 4,409 pounds. That’s more than enough weight for the shopper who wants to move a pop-up camper or small utility trailer—but the Discovery is much, much stronger. Choose the larger Land Rover, and you’ll be able to tow up to 8,200 pounds. That’s more than most midsize pickup trucks.

Compare the Discovery vs. Discovery Sport at Land Rover Richfield

If you really want to know whether the Land Rover Discovery or Discovery Sport is a better choice, we encourage you to stop into our dealership to explore both models in person! Either option could be the right pick, so why not take both models for a test drive? Our Richfield dealership is just a short trip from Edina, and we’re here to answer any questions on your mind. We even have more Land Rover comparison guides that you can explore from home!