2025 Honda Ridgeline vs 2026 Land Rover Discovery Sport

$40,150 · Crossover

$49,900 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The 2025 Honda Ridgeline detonates onto the scene with 280 hp and a robust 262 lb-ft of torque, promising truck-like utility wrapped in a surprisingly agile crossover shell. Conversely, the 2026 Land Rover Discovery Sport offers a pedigree of sophisticated handling, though it sacrifices raw power, delivering 246 hp and slightly more torque at 269 lb-ft. The Ridgeline’s MSRP undercuts the Land Rover significantly at $40,150 versus $49,900, a difference of nearly $10,000. While both offer AWD, the Honda nets a slightly better 21 MPG combined compared to the Land Rover's 20 MPG. Intriguingly, the Ridgeline, despite its overall larger footprint (210.2 inches long), manages to squeeze out a meager 7.3 cu ft of cargo space, dramatically eclipsed by the Discovery Sport’s 32.4 cu ft of actual storage volume, highlighting their fundamentally different design priorities.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Honda Ridgeline

The Ridgeline wins for commuters due to its superior 21 MPG combined fuel economy and lower $40,150 starting price.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 Land Rover Discovery Sport

The Discovery Sport is the winner for families because it offers substantially more cargo capacity at 32.4 cu ft compared to the Ridgeline's 7.3 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Honda Ridgeline

The Ridgeline excites driving enthusiasts more with its higher 280 hp output versus the Discovery Sport's 246 hp.

💰 Best Value

2025 Honda Ridgeline

The Ridgeline offers better overall value with a $9,750 lower MSRP and more horsepower for the investment.

Choose the Honda Ridgeline if...

You prioritize maximizing sheer engine power, as the Ridgeline boasts 280 hp.
Your budget is firm, starting at a lower $40,150 MSRP.
You need a vehicle with a marginally better highway rating of 24 MPG.

Choose the Land Rover Discovery Sport if...

You absolutely require practical storage, given the Discovery Sport's massive 32.4 cu ft cargo volume.
You prefer the higher torque figure of 269 lb-ft, despite the power deficit.
You desire a more compact physical profile, measuring only 180.9 inches in length.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Honda Ridgeline	Land Rover Discovery Sport
Length	210.2"	180.9"
Width	78.6"	-
Height	70.8"	67.9"
Wheelbase	125.2"	107.9"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Honda	Land Rover
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	—
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	—
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front 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	✓	✓
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	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	—	✓
Brake Preparation System	—	✓
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	280 hp @ 6000 rpm	246 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque	262 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm	269 lb-ft @ 1300 rpm
Number of Valves	24	16
Camshaft Type	Single overhead cam (SOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓
Cylinder Deactivation	✓	—

Drive Train

Feature	Honda	Land Rover
Transmission Type	9-speed shiftable automatic	9-speed automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	all wheel drive
[object Object]	✓	—
[object Object]	✓	—
Hill Descent Control	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	Honda	Land Rover
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	18/24 MPG	19/23 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	21 MPG	20 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	351.0/468.0 mi.	336.3/407.1 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	19.5 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	✓	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	✓	—
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts	✓	✓
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	—	✓
Front View Camera	—	✓
Side View Camera	—	✓
Front Parking Sensors	—	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	—	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	—	✓
Rear Door Pockets	—	✓
Heated Steering Wheel	—	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Honda	Land Rover
Infotainment Display	9.0 in	11.4 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Stereo Power	215W	400W
Speaker System	7	11
Subwoofer Count	1	1
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	✓
Meridian Speakers	—	✓
Android Auto (Wired)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	—	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	—	✓
Satellite Radio	—	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	—	3 months
Antenna Type	—	Diversity

Power Feature

Feature	Honda	Land Rover
One-Touch Power Windows	2	4
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
Moonroof Type	—	1st Row Fixed Glass Extended

Frontseats

Feature	Honda	Land Rover
Front Head Room	40.1 in.	—
Front Leg Room	40.9 in.	—
Front Shoulder Room	62.0 in.	—
Front Hip Room	59.1 in.	—
Seat Material: Cloth	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Manual Adjustments	8-way	—
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	4-way	—
Seat Material: Leather/Sueded Microfiber	—	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	—	10-way
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	—	3
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	—	8-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	—	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power
Driver Seat Heating	—	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	—	Multi-level

Rearseats

Feature	Honda	Land Rover
Rear Head Room	38.8 in.	—
Rear Leg Room	36.7 in.	—
Rear Shoulder Room	61.5 in.	—
Rear Hip Room	56.6 in.	—
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Honda	Land Rover
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	Painted Alloy
Wheel Diameter	18 in	19 in
Tire Type	All Season	—
Tire Size	245/60R	N/A
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	Underbody Mounted

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	1 yr./ 12000 mi.	—

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Honda Ridgeline and 2026 Land Rover Discovery Sport.

How significant is the horsepower difference between the two crossovers?

The 2025 Honda Ridgeline possesses a clear advantage in raw power, offering 280 hp compared to the 2026 Land Rover Discovery Sport's 246 hp. This 34 hp gap means the Ridgeline should feel noticeably quicker during acceleration, appealing more to performance-minded drivers.

Which vehicle offers better utility despite both being crossovers?

The Land Rover Discovery Sport is vastly superior for hauling cargo, providing 32.4 cu ft of storage capacity. The Honda Ridgeline is surprisingly restrictive, offering only 7.3 cu ft, suggesting it prioritizes its truck bed platform over interior utility space.

Is the higher price of the Discovery Sport justified by fuel economy?

No, the higher MSRP of $49,900 for the Discovery Sport does not translate to better efficiency. The Ridgeline costs $9,750 less and achieves a better 21 MPG combined versus the Land Rover's 20 MPG combined.

Which car is physically larger, and does it correlate with better space?

The Honda Ridgeline is physically much longer at 210.2 inches compared to the Discovery Sport's 180.9 inches. However, this extra length on the Ridgeline does not translate to usable interior storage space, as evidenced by its tiny 7.3 cu ft capacity.

Can both vehicles use standard fuel, and what is the difference in their transmissions?

Both the 2025 Honda Ridgeline and the 2026 Land Rover Discovery Sport run happily on regular unleaded fuel. Both utilize a 9-speed transmission, although the Honda's is specifically noted as a 'shiftable automatic' for driver engagement.

When considering engine specs, which vehicle has the edge in pulling power (torque)?

While the Ridgeline has more horsepower, the Land Rover Discovery Sport edges it out slightly in low-end pulling power with 269 lb-ft of torque compared to the Ridgeline's 262 lb-ft.