2017 Land Rover Discovery vs 2017 Discovery Sport

One of the biggest differences between the Land Rover Discovery and Land Rover Discovery Sport is the size of each one.

• The Land Rover Discovery model is the larger version and offers comfortable seating for up to seven adults.
• The Land Rover Discovery Sport is smaller in size and offers comfortable seating for five adults, with two additional fold-down chairs in the back when you need more seating.

For some Destin area drivers, vehicle power will help you determine which one is the better choice. If you prefer a model that will quickly get you through town or on the trail, the Land Rover Discovery comes out ahead on pure power.

• The Land Rover Discovery comes equipped with a with an engine that offers 340 hp and 332 lb-ft of torque.
• The Discovery Sport dishes out 240 hp and 250 lb-ft of torque. The trade-off, however, is a more efficient engine. The Discovery Sport earns 25 highway mpg to the 21 highway mpg of the Land Rover Discovery.

Every Land Rover is built to head off-road at a moment’s notice, but if you need specific towing and hauling specs, some models will be different than others.

• If you regularly haul heavy equipment, whether for work or play, the Discovery would be your ideal vehicle. This model offers an 8,201-pound towing capacity and 2,149-poud maximum payload capacity, ensuring you can tackle all your errands or Fairhope adventures with ease.
• If you don’t need to tow as much, the Discovery Sport could benefit you, as this model offers a 4,409-pound towing capacity and 1,645-pound payload capacity.