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Independent review & score by Carivo
| Engine | 3.0L 6-Cylinder |
|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic (S8) |
| Drivetrain | 4-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel Type | Premium |
| City / Hwy MPG | 16 / 21 MPG |
| Combined MPG | 18 MPG |
| Est. Annual Fuel Cost | $4,550 |
| CO₂ Emissions | 500 g/mi |
| Seating Capacity | 7 passengers |
| Body Style | SUV |
| Base Price | $50,881–$60,336 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
The 2018 Land Rover Discovery is a suv that earns a Carivo score of 6.3/10 — rated Fair. Its strongest dimension is Safety at 8.4/10, while Reliability at 4.6/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. Buyers should review the score breakdown carefully and consider higher-rated alternatives before committing.
Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. At 4.6/10 for reliability, this suv trails its segment. That doesn't rule it out, but go in with eyes open on running costs. Safety lands at 8.4/10 — solid, though some rivals offer more advanced driver-assist features as standard. Confirm official results for your trim at nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Performance at 6.8/10 is a genuine liability and a score that should factor heavily into any buying decision. The powertrain and chassis dynamics trail class rivals by a meaningful margin — don't overlook it. At 7.3/10 for technology, the infotainment and driver-assist package does its job without setting benchmarks — check which features cost extra on lower trims.
Priced from $50,881–$60,336, 14 MPG, seating 7, the Land Rover Discovery sits in the premium tier of the suv category. The value score of 5.0/10 is a red flag — comparable alternatives offer meaningfully more for the same outlay. Shop the segment before deciding. At 8 years old, resale value, parts availability, and whether a successor model has improved on its weak points are all worth investigating before committing.
Verdict: Based on our scoring, the 2018 Land Rover Discovery underperforms its segment peers across multiple dimensions. Unless there's a specific reason it fits your situation — price, a particular trim's features, or availability — there are better-scored alternatives at similar price points worth considering first.
Carivo scores are our own editorial assessment, informed by NHTSA safety and recall records, EPA fuel-economy figures, and manufacturer-published specifications. Scores are reviewed periodically and updated when new data becomes available. See our full methodology →
The 2018 Land Rover Discovery ranks #2435 of 2454 suvs in the Carivo database — better than 1% of the segment. Its 6.3/10 overall score is 1.1 points below the segment average of 7.4/10. Its $50,881 starting price is about 41% above the segment's median of $36,079.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full SUV ranking →
Smart-money pick: the 2015 Land Rover Discovery scores 6.2/10 — within striking distance of the 2018's 6.3 — and starts roughly $5,500 lower. If you don't need the newest model year, that's money better spent on a higher trim or kept in your pocket.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 6.7/10 | $63,911 | Read review → |
| 2025 | 6.7/10 | $63,911 | Read review → |
| 2024 | 6.5/10 | $62,050 | Read review → |
| 2023 | 6.5/10 | $60,188 | Read review → |
| 2022 | 6.5/10 | $58,327 | Read review → |
| 2021 | 6.4/10 | $56,465 | Read review → |
| 2020 | 6.4/10 | $54,604 | Read review → |
| 2019 | 6.3/10 | $52,742 | Read review → |
| 2018 (this review) | 6.3/10 | $50,881 | |
| 2017 | 6.3/10 | $49,019 | Read review → |
| 2016 | 6.2/10 | $47,158 | Read review → |
| 2015 | 6.2/10 | $45,296 | Read review → |
The following recall campaigns have been filed with NHTSA for this model and year. Recall repairs are performed free of charge by franchised dealers; check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
| Forward collision avoidance / automatic emergency braking 13/09/2018 · 18V625000 | Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2018 Land Rover Range Rover, Land Rover Range Rover Sport and Land Rover Discovery vehicles. The Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) system may be disabled without warning the driver… |
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| Exterior lighting / Lighting control module / Software 25/02/2021 · 21V117000 | Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC. (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, Discovery, and Range Rover Velar vehicles. The Auto High Beam (AHB) system does not indicate through the instrument cluster when the high… |
| Exterior lighting 12/03/2020 · 20V143000 | Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Discovery vehicles equipped with low line headlight assemblies. When towing a trailer with the trailer lights connected to the trailer socket and the vehicle's Daytime… |
| Electrical system / instrument cluster/panel 01/06/2023 · 23V393000 | Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2017-2020 Land Rover Discovery vehicles. The UniLatch Keyless Vehicle (KV) entry function may fail to properly latch the rear passenger doors, which can result in the doors opening… |
Source: NHTSA recall database, fetched at page build time.
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