2025 Acura ADX vs 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport

$35,000 · Crossover

$48,900 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

Anticipation builds around these two dynamic crossovers, each bringing a distinct flavor to the pavement. The 2025 Acura ADX excites with its accessible price point, starting at a compelling $35,000, and delivers efficiency boasting a 28 MPG combined rating, utilizing premium fuel for its 190 hp output. Contrast this with the potent 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport, which demands a premium starting at $48,900 but rewards drivers with a thrilling 246 hp and muscular 269 lb-ft of torque, managed through a responsive 9-speed automatic transmission. This power difference—a substantial 56 hp advantage—is matched by the Land Rover's thirstier 20 MPG combined fuel economy. Furthermore, the Discovery Sport offers significantly more utility with 32.2 cu ft of cargo space compared to the ADX's 24.4 cu ft, though the ADX is slightly longer at 185.8 inches.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

Choose the Acura ADX if...

Budget constraints are the primary consideration, given the $13,900 price gap.
Maximizing fuel economy for long commutes is critical, evidenced by the 28 MPG rating.
Front-wheel drive simplicity and lower recommended premium fuel requirements are preferred.

Choose the Land Rover Discovery Sport if...

Seeking maximum on-road performance, demanding the 246 horsepower output.
Requiring substantial utility, leveraging the 32.2 cu ft of available cargo volume.
All-wheel drive capability and a more traditional 9-speed automatic transmission are must-haves.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Acura ADX	Land Rover Discovery Sport
Length	185.8"	180.9"
Width	72.5"	-
Height	63.8"	67.9"
Wheelbase	104.5"	107.9"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Acura	Land Rover
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	—
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	—
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	—
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Solid Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	—
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Self-Leveling Headlights	—	✓
Front Fog Lights	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Acura	Land Rover
Base Engine Displacement	1.5 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	190 hp @ 6000 rpm	246 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque	179 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm	269 lb-ft @ 1300 rpm
Number of Valves	16	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Acura	Land Rover
Transmission Type	continuously variable-speed automatic	9-speed automatic
Drivetrain Type	front wheel drive	all wheel drive
Hill Descent Control	✓	✓

Fuel

Feature	Acura	Land Rover
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (recommended)	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	26/31 MPG	19/23 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	28 MPG	20 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	364.0/434.0 mi.	336.3/407.1 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	14.0 gal.	17.7 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Acura	Land Rover
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	✓	—
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	✓	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	—
Front View Camera	—	✓
Side View Camera	—	✓
Front Parking Sensors	—	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	—	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	—	✓
Front Seatback Storage	—	✓
Heated Steering Wheel	—	✓
Interior Air Filtration	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Acura	Land Rover
Infotainment Display	9.0 in	—
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Speaker System	8	10
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	✓
Meridian Speakers	—	✓
Stereo Power	—	380W
Subwoofer Count	—	1
Android Auto (Wired)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	—	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	—	✓
Satellite Radio	—	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	—	3 months
Antenna Type	—	Diversity

Power Feature

Feature	Acura	Land Rover
One-Touch Power Windows	1	4
Moonroof Type	1st Row Power Glass	1st Row Fixed Glass Extended
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Reverse Tilt Dual Mirrors	✓	—
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Acura	Land Rover
Front Head Room	38.4 in.	40.2 in.
Front Leg Room	41.9 in.	39.1 in.
Front Shoulder Room	56.6 in.	57.3 in.
Front Hip Room	54.0 in.	—
Seat Material: Leatherette	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	4-way	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Seat Material: Leather/Sueded Microfiber	—	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	—	8-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	—	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power

Rearseats

Feature	Acura	Land Rover
Rear Head Room	38.0 in.	38.7 in.
Rear Leg Room	37.7 in.	38.1 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	55.2 in.	55.9 in.
Rear Hip Room	47.4 in.	—
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Acura	Land Rover
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	—
Wheel Size	18 x 7.0 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	—
Tire Size	225/55R H	N/A
Wheel Material	—	Alloy
Wheel Diameter	—	18 in
Spare Tire Type	—	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	—	Underbody Mounted

Suspension

Feature	Acura	Land Rover
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	—
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	—

Warranty

Feature	Acura	Land Rover
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	6 yr./ 70000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	5 yr./ unlimited mi.	6 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	1 yr./ 12000 mi.	—

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Acura ADX and 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport.

How significant is the horsepower deficit between these two models?

The 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport boasts 246 horsepower, providing a potent 56 hp advantage over the 2025 Acura ADX's 190 hp rating. This difference will be noticeable in acceleration and passing power.

What drives the $13,900 difference in starting price?

The pricing disparity likely reflects the Discovery Sport’s standard all-wheel drive system, higher base horsepower, and Land Rover's premium positioning versus the ADX’s FWD focus and entry-level MSRP of $35,000.

Which crossover is more economical for regular driving?

The 2025 Acura ADX is significantly more economical, achieving a 28 MPG combined rating compared to the Discovery Sport’s 20 MPG combined figure. That is an 8 MPG difference.

Does the larger vehicle offer more storage capacity?

Despite the 2025 Acura ADX being 4.9 inches longer, the 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport offers substantially more cargo capacity at 32.2 cu ft versus the ADX's 24.4 cu ft.

Are these vehicles designed to run on the same fuel?

No, the Acura ADX recommends premium unleaded fuel to achieve its performance targets. Conversely, the more powerful Land Rover Discovery Sport is specified to run on regular unleaded gasoline.