DecodedCars2025 Land Rover Discovery
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2025 models.
- Class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Body styles
- 4dr SUV, Mhev 4dr SUV
- Engines
- 2.0L 4-cyl turbo, 3.0L 6-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- 4-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline, Hybrid
- MPG (best)
- 21 combined · 19 city / 24 hwy
- Length
- 195.3 in
- Curb weight
- 4,846–5,146 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 2 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid as well as gas.
- AWD / 4WD available
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 45 similar 2025 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2025 Land Rover Discovery is a standard SUV offered with 2 engines (2.0L 4-cyl turbo and 3.0L 6-cyl turbo), including a hybrid version and 4-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 195 inches long and 78 inches wide on a 115-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,846 lb (4dr SUV).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 21 MPG combined (19 city / 24 highway), 6% better than the 2025 standard SUV average of 19.8 MPG, for an estimated $3,900 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 2 recall campaigns on file.
What changed for 2025
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2024 Discovery — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2024; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2024 Discovery →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr SUV | 195.3 in | 78.3 in | 74.4 in | 115 in | 66.5 / 66.5 in | 4,846 lb | 47/53 |
| Mhev 4dr SUV | 195.3 in | 78.3 in | 74.4 in | 115 in | 66.5 / 66.5 in | 5,146 lb | 47/53 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Discovery | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | 4-Wheel Drive | 19 / 24 / 21 | +6% | $3,900 | 421 |
| Discovery Sport | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S9) | All-Wheel Drive | 19 / 23 / 20 | -22% | $4,100 | 437 |
| Discovery MHEV Hybrid | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | 4-Wheel Drive | 17 / 23 / 19 | -4% | $4,350 | 457 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2025 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2025 Land Rover Discovery.
Similar 2025 standard SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Land Rover Discovery (this car) | 21 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2025 Tesla Model Y | 337 mi | ★★★★★ | 3 |
| 2025 Porsche Cayenne | 22 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2025 BMW X5 | 25 MPG | ★★★★★ | 5 |
| 2025 Land Rover Defender | 19 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2025 BMW X3 | 29 MPG | ★★★★★ | 9 |
| 2025 Lexus RX | 36 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
Recalls (2)
Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera · Jul 16, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V458000 · 15,535 vehicles
- Problem
- Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Land Rover Discovery vehicles. Water may not be able to drain away from the rearview camera due to insufficient drain holes, which may result in damage to the rearview camera.
- Risk
- A rearview camera image that does not display can decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will drill additional drain holes in the underside of the tailgate trim. Additionally, dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 10, 2026. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is D145.
Air Bags › Frontal · Jun 12, 2026
NHTSA campaign 26V389000 · 250,857 vehicles
- Problem
- Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2020-2026 Land Rover Defender, 2021-2026 Discovery, and 2022-2026 Range Rover vehicles. The driverâs air bag clockspring connector may corrode, which can cause the air bag not to deploy as intended.
- Risk
- An air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury in a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will apply a protective lubricant gel to the driverâs air bag connector terminals, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed August 3, 2026. Owners may contact Land Rover's customer service at 800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is D120.
Not every 2025 Land Rover Discovery is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2025 Land Rover Discovery in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2025 Land Rover Discovery buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Hybrid system. Check for hybrid-system warning lights and ask whether the high-voltage battery has been replaced or is still under warranty.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2025 Land Rover Discovery. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Discovery years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Discovery | 21 | 195.3 in | Not rated | 1 | 1 |
| 2024 Discovery | 21 | 195.3 in | Not rated | 5 | 8 |
| 2023 Discovery | 22 | 195.7 in | Not rated | 6 | 7 |
| 2022 Discovery | 21 | 195.7 in | Not rated | 6 | 11 |
| 2021 Discovery | 21 | 195.7 in | Not rated | 6 | 11 |
| 2020 Discovery | 23 | 195.7 in | Not rated | 6 | 19 |
| 2019 Discovery | 23 | 195.7 in | Not rated | 4 | 39 |
| 2018 Discovery | 23 | 195.7 in | Not rated | 4 | 37 |
| 2017 Discovery | 23 | 195.7 in | Not rated | 3 | 55 |
| 2016 Discovery | 22 | – | Not rated | 0 | 5 |
| 2015 Discovery | 22 | – | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Land Rover. How we calculate this →