2025 Chevrolet Traverse vs 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport

$40,700 · Crossover

$48,900 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

Deciding between the massive utility of the 2025 Chevrolet Traverse and the premium feel of the 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport often boils down to budget versus brand prestige and capability. The Traverse starts impressively low at $40,700, creating an immediate $8,200 savings over the Discovery Sport's $48,900 MSRP. Power is a clear differentiator; the Traverse boasts 328 hp and 326 lb-ft of torque, easily outpacing the Discovery Sport's 246 hp. While the Traverse is significantly longer at 204.5 inches, offering more general road presence, the smaller Land Rover still manages better overall cargo volume when the third row is folded, packing 32.2 cu ft compared to the Traverse's 22.9 cu ft. For daily driving efficiency, the Traverse also pulls ahead slightly with a combined 23 MPG versus 20 MPG for the Land Rover.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Chevrolet Traverse

The Traverse wins for commuters due to its superior fuel economy, achieving 23 MPG combined versus 20 MPG in the Discovery Sport.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Chevrolet Traverse

The significantly lower starting price of $40,700 for the Traverse offers better overall family budgetary flexibility.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Chevrolet Traverse

Enthusiasts looking for on-paper acceleration will favor the Traverse's robust 328 hp output compared to the Discovery Sport's 246 hp.

💰 Best Value

2025 Chevrolet Traverse

With an $8,200 price advantage and higher horsepower, the Traverse delivers significantly more base performance per dollar spent.

Choose the Chevrolet Traverse if...

You need maximum outright power, as the Traverse delivers 328 hp and 326 lb-ft of torque.
Sticking to a tighter budget is crucial, given the Traverse's $40,700 starting MSRP, which is $8,200 less than Car 2.
Your primary use involves highway cruising where the Traverse's 27 MPG highway rating is beneficial.

Choose the Land Rover Discovery Sport if...

You prioritize off-road capability and standard AWD traction over pure highway efficiency.
You need excellent cargo density, as the Discovery Sport manages 32.2 cu ft despite being shorter (180.9 inches).
You prefer the refinement of a 9-speed automatic transmission coupled with a slightly smaller overall footprint.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Chevrolet Traverse	Land Rover Discovery Sport
Length	204.5"	180.9"
Width	79.6"	-
Height	69.6"	67.9"
Wheelbase	121.0"	107.9"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Chevrolet	Land Rover
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	—
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Front Cross Traffic Alert	✓	—
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	—
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Third Row 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 Ventilated 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	2	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	—	✓
Rear Solid Disc Brakes	—	✓
Self-Leveling Headlights	—	✓
Front Fog Lights	—	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Chevrolet	Land Rover
Base Engine Displacement	2.5 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	328 hp @ 5500 rpm	246 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque	326 lb-ft @ 3500 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	Chevrolet	Land Rover
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	9-speed automatic
Drivetrain Type	front wheel drive	all wheel drive
Hill Descent Control	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	Chevrolet	Land Rover
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	20/27 MPG	19/23 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	23 MPG	20 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	388.0/523.8 mi.	336.3/407.1 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	19.4 gal.	17.7 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Chevrolet	Land Rover
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt Steering Wheel	✓	—
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	✓	—
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Leatherette Steering Wheel	✓	—
Heated Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	✓	—
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Sun Sensor	✓	—
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	—
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	—	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	—	✓
Front View Camera	—	✓
Side View Camera	—	✓
Front Parking Sensors	—	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	—	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	—	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	—	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Chevrolet	Land Rover
Infotainment Display	17.7 in	—
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Speaker System	6	10
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	3 months
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	✓
Meridian Speakers	—	✓
Stereo Power	—	380W
Subwoofer Count	—	1
Android Auto (Wired)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	—	✓
Antenna Type	—	Diversity

Power Feature

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

Frontseats

Feature	Chevrolet	Land Rover
Front Head Room	42.6 in.	40.2 in.
Front Leg Room	44.3 in.	39.1 in.
Front Shoulder Room	62.3 in.	57.3 in.
Front Hip Room	58.7 in.	—
Seat Material: Premium Cloth	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
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	—	✓
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	—	8-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	—	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power

Rearseats

Feature	Chevrolet	Land Rover
Rear Head Room	40.0 in.	38.7 in.
Rear Leg Room	41.5 in.	38.1 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	62.2 in.	55.9 in.
Rear Hip Room	58.6 in.	—
Folding Rear Seatback	✓	—
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	✓	—
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Chevrolet	Land Rover
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	—
Wheel Diameter	18 in	18 in
Tire Type	All Season	—
Tire Size	255/65R18	N/A
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Underbody Mounted	Underbody Mounted
Wheel Material	—	Alloy

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Chevrolet	Land Rover
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	6 yr./ 100000 mi.	6 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	1 yr./ unlimited mi.	—

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Chevrolet Traverse and 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport.

What is the main trade-off when choosing between these two crossovers?

The main trade-off is power versus size efficiency. The 2025 Traverse offers substantially more power (328 hp) but is much longer at 204.5 inches, whereas the Discovery Sport offers better cargo efficiency in a smaller package while saving money on maintenance in the long run due to its size.

How does the price difference affect running costs?

The $8,200 MSRP difference is significant; the Traverse saves you money upfront. Additionally, the Traverse is slightly more fuel-efficient, delivering 23 combined MPG versus the Discovery Sport's 20 combined MPG, leading to minor savings at the pump over time.

Which vehicle is objectively more powerful for daily driving?

The 2025 Chevrolet Traverse is objectively more powerful, generating 328 hp and 326 lb-ft of torque, compared to the Land Rover Discovery Sport's output of 246 hp.

Does the smaller Land Rover Discovery Sport offer more usable cargo space?

Surprisingly, yes; despite the Traverse being over 200 inches long, the Discovery Sport offers a larger baseline cargo volume of 32.2 cu ft compared to the Traverse's 22.9 cu ft.

Are both vehicles capable of handling bad weather?

The Land Rover Discovery Sport comes standard with All-Wheel Drive, providing inherent confidence in poor conditions, whereas the base 2025 Traverse model specified is Front Wheel Drive.

How much shorter is the Land Rover Discovery Sport than the Traverse?

The Land Rover Discovery Sport is significantly shorter, measuring 180.9 inches in length, making it about 23.6 inches shorter than the massive 204.5-inch Chevrolet Traverse.