carivo.co
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 | $54,604–$69,470 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
Our scoring places the 2020 Land Rover Discovery at 6.4/10 overall, which translates to a Fair rating for this suv. Its strongest dimension is Safety at 8.4/10, while Reliability at 4.9/10 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. Reliability is the weak spot: 4.9/10, under the class average. Review the recall record on this page and price in extra maintenance headroom. The safety score of 8.4/10 is solid mid-pack territory. If advanced driver aids matter to you, compare standard equipment carefully and verify ratings at nhtsa.gov.
Performance at 6.9/10 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. Tech rates a reasonable 7.2/10: the essentials are covered and well executed, but rivals at the same price often include more as standard.
Priced from $54,604–$69,470, 16 MPG, seating 7, the Land Rover Discovery sits in the premium tier of the suv category. The value score of 5.1/10 is a red flag — comparable alternatives offer meaningfully more for the same outlay. Shop the segment before deciding. At 6 years old, resale value, parts availability, and whether a successor model has improved on its weak points are all worth investigating before committing.
Our take: Based on our scoring, the 2020 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 2020 Land Rover Discovery ranks #2417 of 2454 suvs in the Carivo database — better than 2% of the segment. Its 6.4/10 overall score is 1 points below the segment average of 7.4/10. Its $54,604 starting price is about 51% 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 2017 Land Rover Discovery scores 6.3/10 — within striking distance of the 2020's 6.4 — 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 (this review) | 6.4/10 | $54,604 | |
| 2019 | 6.3/10 | $52,742 | Read review → |
| 2018 | 6.3/10 | $50,881 | Read review → |
| 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.
| Electrical system / 12v/24v/48v battery 17/06/2021 · 21V457000 | Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Land Rover Discovery vehicles. A loose contact between the battery ground stud and the chassis may result in various electrical faults, possibly causing a loss of electrical… |
|---|---|
| Seat belts / Front / Retractor 26/08/2021 · 21V668000 | Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2021 Range Rover, 2022 Range Rover Sport, 2020-2021 Range Rover Velar, Discovery Sport, 2020-2022 Discovery, and Defender vehicles. The seat belt automatic locking retractors may… |
| Seats / Mid/rear assembly 30/01/2020 · 20V053000 | Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2020 Discovery vehicles. The second row seat frame assembly may be missing fasteners, resulting in a seat frame with insufficient strength. |
| 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… |
| Electrical system / 12v/24v/48v battery 10/11/2020 · 20V694000 | Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Discovery vehicles. A loose contact between the battery ground stud and the chassis may result in various electrical faults, possibly causing a loss of electrical power or… |
Showing 5 of 6 campaigns — see the full list on NHTSA's site.
We rate the 2020 Land Rover Discovery's reliability 4.9/10 — below the segment average, so budget for higher maintenance. It has 6 NHTSA recall campaigns on record for this model year (details in the recalls section above — repairs are free at dealers).
6 NHTSA recall campaigns matched this model and year as of our latest check. Verify your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
It scores 6.4/10 overall, ranking #2417 of 2454 suvs in our database (better than 2% of the segment). Stronger-scoring alternatives exist at similar prices — use our compare tool before committing.
The 2020 Land Rover Discovery starts at $54,604 and ranges up to $69,470 across trims (MSRP when new). At 16 MPG, expect roughly $3,281/year in fuel at 15,000 miles/year.
Explore the full lineup of Land Rover models scored by Carivo — ranked by overall score across reliability, safety, value, performance, and technology.