2026 Discovery Sport vs. Discovery

At Land Rover Rockland, we provide Braintree car shoppers with a lineup of high-end, adventure-ready SUVs. If you’re interested in a model from our selection, you may be wondering how the 2026 Discovery differs from the 2026 Discovery Sport. Both vehicles offer spacious cabins, excellent off-road capabilities, and modern technology. However, their performance and seating configurations aren’t the same. Find out more in the following Discovery vs. Discovery Sport guide from Land Rover Rockland.

2026 Discovery Sport Vs. Discovery: Performance

When you trade up to either SUV, you can look forward to exceptional power on and off the roads of Hingham. While the Discovery Sport delivers impressive performance figures, the Discovery produces better numbers and has an available powertrain option if you crave even more power. View these models’ engine selection below:

2026 Discovery Sport Powertrain

• 2.0L 4-Cylinder Gas Engine: Capable of up to 249 hp and 269 lb-ft of torque

2026 Discovery Powertrains

• 2.0L 4-Cylinder Gas Engine: Capable of up to 296 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque
• 3.0L 6-Cylinder Gas Engine: Capable of up to 355 hp and 368 lb-ft of torque

2026 Discovery Vs. Discovery Sport: Seating & Cargo Capacity

The Discovery may pack more power, but it is also a 3-row SUV. If you don’t need a vehicle with 7 seats, the Discovery Sport will be a better fit for you. If you are shopping for a car that fits your growing family, the great news is that the Discovery Sport can be built to have 3 rows of seating. Either way, both models have plenty of space for your passengers and cargo. 

Take a moment to go over these SUV’s interior dimensions here:

2026 Discovery Sport Interior Dimensions

• Seating Capacity (Standard/Available): 5 / 7 
• Maximum Headroom With Standard Roof (Front/Rear): 39.49 inches / 38.74 inches
• Maximum Headroom With Panoramic Roof (Front/Rear): 40.2 inches / 38.74 inches
• Maximum Legroom (Front/Rear): 39.09 inches / 38.11 inches
• Maximum Cargo Space Without Optional 3rd Row (Behind Rear/Front Seats): 32.2 cubic feet / 59.98 cubic feet

2026 Discovery Interior Dimensions

• Seating Capacity: 7
• Maximum Headroom With Standard Roof (Front/Middle/Rear): 39.4 inches / 39.01 inches / 37.9 inches
• Maximum Headroom With Panoramic Roof(Front/Middle/Rear): 40 inches / 39.01 inches / 37.9 inches
• Maximum Legroom (Front/Middle/Rear): 39.1 inches / 37.4 inches / 33.5 inches
• Maximum Cargo Space (Behind Rear/Middle/Front Rows): 6.07 cubic feet / 32.56 cubic feet / 70.52 cubic feet

Tour These Luxury SUVs At Land Rover Rockland

Now that you’ve explored some of the key differences between the Discovery and the Discovery Sport, what’s next? Whether you’re from Norwell or Rockland, head on over to our showroom and experience these models in person. Our associates will be happy to show you the 2026 Discovery and Discovery Sport trim levels while you’re here. In the meantime, feel free to contact us with any questions.