2025 Hyundai Palisade vs 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport

$37,200 · Crossover

$48,900 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The 2025 Hyundai Palisade enters the arena boasting superior straight-line muscle with its 291 hp engine, clearly designed for drivers prioritizing accessible power and space, evidenced by its substantial 196.7-inch length. Conversely, the 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport leans into its premium heritage, offering standard All-Wheel Drive (AWD) and significantly more usable space, packing a surprising 32.2 cu ft of cargo capacity despite being shorter overall. The financial gulf is significant: the Palisade starts aggressively at $37,200, undercutting the Land Rover by a hefty $11,700. While the Palisade leads by 45 horsepower, the Discovery Sport compensates with slightly more torque at 269 lb-ft, though its combined MPG sits at a lower 20 compared to the Palisade's 22 MPG on regular unleaded fuel. This comparison pits raw capability against compact, premium versatility.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Hyundai Palisade

The Palisade offers better fuel economy at 22 MPG combined for lower daily running costs.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport

The Discovery Sport provides significantly more utility with a larger 32.2 cu ft cargo capacity despite its smaller exterior footprint.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Hyundai Palisade

Enthusiasts seeking immediate power will prefer the Palisade's higher output of 291 horsepower.

💰 Best Value

2025 Hyundai Palisade

The Palisade undercuts the Discovery Sport's MSRP by $11,700 while still offering substantial horsepower.

Choose the Hyundai Palisade if...

You require the highest output, with the Palisade delivering 291 horsepower.
Budget is a primary concern, as the $37,200 MSRP is $11,700 less than the competitor.
You want slightly better efficiency, achieving 26 MPG on the highway using regular unleaded fuel.

Choose the Land Rover Discovery Sport if...

Standard All-Wheel Drive (AWD) capability is essential for your driving conditions.
Maximum cargo hauling is necessary, given its 32.2 cu ft capacity compared to 18 cu ft.
You prefer the refinement of a 9-speed automatic transmission over an 8-speed unit.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Hyundai Palisade	Land Rover Discovery Sport
Length	196.7"	180.9"
Width	77.8"	-
Height	68.9"	67.9"
Wheelbase	114.2"	107.9"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Hyundai	Land Rover
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	—
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Front 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	✓	✓
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	✓	✓
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	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	—	✓
Self-Leveling Headlights	—	✓
Front Fog Lights	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Hyundai	Land Rover
Base Engine Displacement	3.8 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	V6	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	291 hp @ 6000 rpm	246 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque	262 lb-ft @ 5200 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	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Hyundai	Land Rover
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	9-speed automatic
Drivetrain Type	front wheel drive	all wheel drive
Hill Descent Control	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	Hyundai	Land Rover
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	19/26 MPG	19/23 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	22 MPG	20 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	357.2/488.8 mi.	336.3/407.1 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	18.8 gal.	17.7 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Hyundai	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	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	✓	—
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Power Rear Seat Easy Entry	✓	—
Three Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	✓	—
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Extended Cabin Heating/Cooling	✓	—
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	—
Front View Camera	—	✓
Side View Camera	—	✓
Front Parking Sensors	—	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	—	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	—	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	—	✓
Heated Steering Wheel	—	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Hyundai	Land Rover
Infotainment Display	12.3 in	—
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	3 months
Meridian Speakers	—	✓
Stereo Power	—	380W
Speaker System	—	10
Subwoofer Count	—	1
Auxiliary Audio Input	—	✓
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	—	✓
Antenna Type	—	Diversity

Power Feature

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

Frontseats

Feature	Hyundai	Land Rover
Front Head Room	40.7 in.	40.2 in.
Front Leg Room	44.1 in.	39.1 in.
Front Shoulder Room	61.2 in.	57.3 in.
Front Hip Room	58.1 in.	—
Seat Material: Cloth	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Manual Adjustments	6-way	—
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Seat Material: Leather/Sueded Microfiber	—	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	—	8-way
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power
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	Hyundai	Land Rover
Rear Head Room	40.1 in.	38.7 in.
Rear Leg Room	42.4 in.	38.1 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	60.8 in.	55.9 in.
Rear Hip Room	57.7 in.	—
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	✓	—

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Hyundai	Land Rover
Wheel Material	Alloy	Alloy
Wheel Size	18 x 7.5 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	—
Tire Size	245/60R18	N/A
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	Underbody Mounted
Wheel Diameter	—	18 in

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Hyundai	Land Rover
Basic Warranty	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	10 yr./ 100000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	7 yr./ unlimited mi.	6 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	5 yr./ unlimited mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	—

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Hyundai Palisade and 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport.

What is the primary powertrain difference between the 2025 Palisade and the Discovery Sport?

The 2025 Hyundai Palisade provides more outright power with 291 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque. The Land Rover Discovery Sport focuses on torque delivery, offering 269 lb-ft, which is slightly higher, even though it produces only 246 horsepower.

How does the base pricing compare for these two crossovers?

The entry price point shows a significant gap, with the 2025 Hyundai Palisade starting at $37,200. The 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport commands a premium starting price of $48,900, a difference of $11,700.

Is the fuel economy notably better in one vehicle over the other?

Yes, the Palisade shows a slight edge in efficiency, achieving a combined 22 MPG compared to the Discovery Sport's 20 MPG combined rating. Both vehicles utilize regular unleaded fuel.

Which vehicle is physically larger, and how does this affect interior space?

The Palisade is longer at 196.7 inches, but surprisingly, the shorter Land Rover Discovery Sport offers significantly more cargo room at 32.2 cu ft versus the Palisade's 18 cu ft.

Do both vehicles come standard with All-Wheel Drive?

No, the 2025 Hyundai Palisade comes standard with Front Wheel Drive (FWD). In contrast, the 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport includes All-Wheel Drive (AWD) as standard equipment.