2016 model shown
Independent review & score by Carivo
| Engine | 2.0L 4-Cylinder |
|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic (S9) |
| Drivetrain | 4-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel Type | Premium |
| City / Hwy MPG | 20 / 26 MPG |
| Combined MPG | 22 MPG |
| Est. Annual Fuel Cost | $3,500 |
| CO₂ Emissions | 401 g/mi |
| Seating Capacity | 5 passengers |
| Body Style | SUV |
| Base Price | $36,138–$46,225 |
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.
The 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport is a suv that earns a Carivo score of 6.4/10 — rated Fair. Its strongest dimension is Safety at 8.3/10, while Reliability at 5.0/10 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 5.0/10 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 8.3/10 — solid, though some rivals offer more advanced driver-assist features as standard. Confirm official results for your trim at nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Performance at 6.2/10 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 $36,138–$46,225, 15 MPG, seating 5, the Land Rover Discovery Sport sits in the mid-market bracket of the suv segment. The value score of 5.6/10 is a red flag — comparable alternatives offer meaningfully more for the same outlay. Shop the segment before deciding. At 10 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 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport 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 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport 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 $36,138 starting price sits close to the segment's median of $36,079.
Rankings are recalculated as new vehicles and scores are added. See the full SUV ranking → · Best SUVs under $50k →
Across the Discovery Sport model years we've scored, the 2016 holds its position — we didn't find an older year that delivers similar scores for meaningfully less money.
| Year | Score | Starting price (MSRP when new) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 6.7/10 | $48,976 | Read review → |
| 2025 | 6.7/10 | $48,976 | Read review → |
| 2024 | 6.6/10 | $47,550 | Read review → |
| 2023 | 6.7/10 | $46,123 | Read review → |
| 2022 | 6.5/10 | $44,697 | Read review → |
| 2021 | 6.5/10 | $43,270 | Read review → |
| 2020 | 6.5/10 | $41,844 | Read review → |
| 2019 | 6.5/10 | $40,417 | Read review → |
| 2018 | 6.5/10 | $38,991 | Read review → |
| 2017 | 6.3/10 | $37,564 | Read review → |
| 2016 (this review) | 6.4/10 | $36,138 | |
| 2015 | 6.2/10 | $34,711 | 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.
| Suspension / Front / Control arm / Lower arm 09/12/2016 · 16V889000 | Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Land Rover Discovery Sport vehicles manufactured May 30, 2016, to August 24, 2016, and 2016-2017 Range Rover Evoque vehicles manufactured June 7, 2016, to August… |
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| Exterior lighting 06/05/2016 · 16V274000 | Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport vehicles manufactured September 17, 2014, to March 5, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the license plate illumination lamp may fall out.… |
Source: NHTSA recall database, fetched at page build time.
We rate the 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport's reliability 5.0/10 — below the segment average, so budget for higher maintenance. It has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns on record for this model year (details in the recalls section above — repairs are free at dealers).
2 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 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport starts at $36,138 and ranges up to $46,225 across trims (MSRP when new). At 15 MPG, expect roughly $3,500/year in fuel at 15,000 miles/year.
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