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2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport

Independent review & score by Carivo

Price Range $48,976–$61,958
Fuel Economy 24 MPG
Seating 5 passengers
Category SUV
Est. Annual Fuel $2,188/yr

Key Specifications — 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport

Engine2.0L 4-Cylinder
TransmissionAutomatic (S9)
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
Fuel TypePremium
City / Hwy MPG19 / 23 MPG
Combined MPG20 MPG
Est. Annual Fuel Cost$4,100
CO₂ Emissions437 g/mi
Seating Capacity5 passengers
Body StyleSUV
Base Price$48,976–$61,958

Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov & manufacturer data. Figures reflect base trim; actual specs vary by trim level.

About the 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport

The 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport is a suv that earns a Carivo score of 6.7/10 — rated Good. Its strongest dimension is Safety at 8.6/10, while Reliability at 5.4/10 is where it trails the competition most noticeably. It's a capable but unexceptional suv — stronger alternatives exist if you're willing to shop the segment carefully.

Reliability and safety are the two dimensions that matter most for long-term ownership costs. At 5.4/10 for reliability, this suv trails its segment. That doesn't rule it out, but go in with eyes open on running costs. On safety, it scores 8.6/10 in our assessment. Always confirm the official crash-test results for your exact trim at nhtsa.gov/ratings.

Performance at 6.4/10 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 7.4/10 for technology, the infotainment and driver-assist package does its job without setting benchmarks — check which features cost extra on lower trims.

Priced from $48,976–$61,958, 24 MPG, seating 5, the Land Rover Discovery Sport sits in the premium tier of the suv category. The value score of 6.2/10 is a red flag — comparable alternatives offer meaningfully more for the same outlay. Shop the segment before deciding. At 1 year old, it's recent enough that the core feature set holds up well against current competition.

Verdict: The 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport sits in the middle of the field. Until its performance and value and reliability scores improve, stronger options exist at this price. Worth a look if it fits a specific need; otherwise use our compare tool against the segment leaders 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 →

How It Ranks Among SUVs

The 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport ranks #2273 of 2454 suvs in the Carivo database — better than 7% of the segment. Its 6.7/10 overall score is 0.7 points below the segment average of 7.4/10. Its $48,976 starting price is about 36% above 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 →

Which Discovery Sport Year Should You Buy?

Smart-money pick: the 2022 Land Rover Discovery Sport scores 6.5/10 — within striking distance of the 2025's 6.7 — and starts roughly $4,500 lower. If you don't need the newest model year, that's money better spent on a higher trim or kept in your pocket.

YearScoreStarting price (MSRP when new)
2026 6.7/10$48,976 Read review →
2025 (this review) 6.7/10$48,976
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 6.4/10$36,138 Read review →
2015 6.2/10$34,711 Read review →

Pros & Cons — 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport

✓ What it does well

  • Top-tier safety scores across crash tests and driver-assistance tech
  • Versatile body style handles daily commuting and weekend adventures equally well

✗ Where it falls short

  • Below-average reliability data — factor in potential repair and maintenance costs
  • Value-for-money is a weak point; comparable alternatives offer more for the price
  • Performance is a genuine liability — well below class rivals and worth factoring into any decision
  • Tech suite is functional but lags behind segment-best options; some features cost extra

NHTSA Recalls — 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport (1 on record)

The following recall campaign has 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.

Power train / Automatic transmission / Gear position indication (prndl)
16/10/2025 · 25V705000
Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2025 Range Rover, Range Rover Sport, Discovery Sport, and 2026 Range Rover Evoque, and Jaguar F-Pace vehicles. Moisture may have entered the gear shift module (GSM) during assembly,…

Source: NHTSA recall database, fetched at page build time.

Common Questions — 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport

Is the 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport reliable?

We rate the 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport's reliability 5.4/10 — below the segment average, so budget for higher maintenance. It has 1 NHTSA recall campaign on record for this model year (details in the recalls section above — repairs are free at dealers).

How many recalls does the 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport have?

1 NHTSA recall campaign matched this model and year as of our latest check. Verify your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Is the 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport worth buying?

It scores 6.7/10 overall, ranking #2273 of 2454 suvs in our database (better than 7% of the segment). Stronger-scoring alternatives exist at similar prices — use our compare tool before committing.

How much does the 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport cost?

The 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport starts at $48,976 and ranges up to $61,958 across trims (MSRP when new). At 24 MPG, expect roughly $2,188/year in fuel at 15,000 miles/year.

Owner Essentials — Land Rover Discovery Sport

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