2025 Honda Pilot vs 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport

$40,200 · Crossover

$48,900 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The 2025 Honda Pilot bursts onto the scene with a robust 285 horsepower, immediately signaling American family hauling muscle, positioning it as the practical powerhouse starting at a competitive $40,200. Conversely, the 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport lures buyers with premium appeal and superior utility, despite its higher $48,900 starting price and slightly lower 246 horsepower output. The Pilot boasts better fuel economy at 22 combined MPG versus the Discovery Sport's 20 MPG, and its 10-speed automatic transmission helps it manage its output effectively. However, the Land Rover counters with significantly more space, offering a cavernous 32.2 cu ft of cargo capacity compared to the Pilot’s 18.6 cu ft behind the third row, though the Pilot is substantially larger overall at 199.9 inches long. Enthusiasts will note the Pilot's superior power, while practicality seekers will appreciate the Land Rover's AWD standard setup against the Pilot's FWD base.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Honda Pilot

The Honda Pilot offers superior fuel economy at 22 combined MPG, making daily commuting less expensive than the Discovery Sport's 20 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport

The Land Rover Discovery Sport provides significantly more usable storage space with 32.2 cu ft of cargo capacity, which is excellent for family hauling.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Honda Pilot

The 2025 Honda Pilot clearly wins on raw output, delivering 285 horsepower compared to the Discovery Sport's 246 horsepower.

💰 Best Value

2025 Honda Pilot

The Honda Pilot undercuts the Land Rover by a substantial $8,700 MSRP difference while providing more horsepower.

Choose the Honda Pilot if...

You prioritize maximum engine power with 285 hp for highway merging and acceleration.
You want to save money upfront, as the Pilot starts $8,700 less at $40,200.
Your driving involves more highway mileage, benefiting from the Pilot's better 27 MPG highway rating.

Choose the Land Rover Discovery Sport if...

You require exceptional cargo flexibility, thanks to the Discovery Sport's class-leading 32.2 cu ft capacity.
You need standard All-Wheel Drive capability for variable road conditions.
You prefer a more compact footprint, with the Discovery Sport being over 19 inches shorter than the Pilot.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Honda Pilot	Land Rover Discovery Sport
Length	199.9"	180.9"
Width	78.5"	-
Height	71.0"	67.9"
Wheelbase	113.8"	107.9"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Honda	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	✓	✓
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 Solid Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Front Fog Lights	✓	✓
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	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Honda	Land Rover
Base Engine Displacement	3.5 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	V6	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	285 hp @ 6100 rpm	246 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque	262 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm	269 lb-ft @ 1300 rpm
Number of Valves	24	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓
Cylinder Deactivation	✓	—

Drive Train

Feature	Honda	Land Rover
Transmission Type	10-speed shiftable automatic	9-speed automatic
Drivetrain Type	front wheel drive	all wheel drive
Hill Descent Control	✓	✓

Fuel

Feature	Honda	Land Rover
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	19/27 MPG	19/23 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	22 MPG	20 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	351.5/499.5 mi.	336.3/407.1 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	18.5 gal.	17.7 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Honda	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	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	✓	—
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	✓	—
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Power Rear Seat Easy Entry	✓	—
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	✓	✓
Rear Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts	✓	✓
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Driver Vanity Mirror	✓	—
Front View Camera	—	✓
Side View Camera	—	✓
Front Parking Sensors	—	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	—	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	—	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	—	✓
Heated Steering Wheel	—	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	—	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Honda	Land Rover
Infotainment Display	7.0 in	—
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Stereo Power	240W	380W
Speaker System	7	10
Subwoofer Count	1	1
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	✓
Meridian Speakers	—	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	—	✓
Satellite Radio	—	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	—	3 months
Antenna Type	—	Diversity

Power Feature

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

Frontseats

Feature	Honda	Land Rover
Front Head Room	40.5 in.	40.2 in.
Front Leg Room	41.0 in.	39.1 in.
Front Shoulder Room	61.9 in.	57.3 in.
Front Hip Room	58.4 in.	—
Seat Material: 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 Power Adjustments	4-way	8-way
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Seat Material: Leather/Sueded Microfiber	—	✓
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	—	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power

Rearseats

Feature	Honda	Land Rover
Rear Head Room	40.2 in.	38.7 in.
Rear Leg Room	40.8 in.	38.1 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	61.7 in.	55.9 in.
Rear Hip Room	57.4 in.	—
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	✓	—

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Honda	Land Rover
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	—
Wheel Size	20 x 8.0 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	—
Tire Size	255/50R	N/A
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Underbody Mounted	Underbody Mounted
Wheel Material	—	Alloy
Wheel Diameter	—	18 in

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Honda	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	5 yr./ unlimited mi.	6 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	2 yr./ 24000 mi.	—

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Honda Pilot and 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport.

How significant is the performance difference between the two crossovers?

The 2025 Honda Pilot holds a decisive advantage in raw power, boasting 285 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque, significantly outgunning the Land Rover Discovery Sport's 246 horsepower.

Which vehicle is better for maximizing interior hauling space?

The Land Rover Discovery Sport is the clear choice for cargo capacity, offering 32.2 cu ft behind the second row, whereas the Honda Pilot provides 18.6 cu ft, suggesting the Land Rover is shaped better for hauling gear.

Considering their costs, is the price gap justified?

The Pilot is priced $8,700 lower at $40,200 compared to the Discovery Sport's $48,900 starting price, meaning the Land Rover must offer substantial feature or quality upgrades to warrant that premium.

How do their drivetrains compare for efficiency and capability?

The Pilot is FWD-based and achieves 22 combined MPG, while the Discovery Sport comes standard with AWD and manages 20 combined MPG, suggesting the Pilot prioritizes highway efficiency slightly over baseline all-weather traction.

Does the larger size of the Honda Pilot translate to better passenger space?

While the Pilot is longer at 199.9 inches compared to the Discovery Sport's 180.9 inches, specific passenger volume metrics are not provided, but its sheer size suggests a more commanding presence on the road.

Are the fuel requirements the same for both models?

Both the 2025 Honda Pilot and the 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport utilize regular unleaded fuel, simplifying fueling logistics for owners of either vehicle.