2025 Jeep Wagoneer L vs 2026 Land Rover Discovery

$62,945 · SUV

$60,200 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

Deciding between the imposing 2025 Jeep Wagoneer L and the refined 2026 Land Rover Discovery often boils down to power versus footprint. If you need maximum capability and space, the Wagoneer L starts at a slightly higher MSRP of $62,945 but immediately offers a massive advantage with 420 horsepower, completely outgunning the Discovery's 296 hp. Both vehicles currently share an identical 20 MPG combined fuel economy, although the Wagoneer L uses cheaper regular unleaded fuel versus the Discovery's premium requirement. The Wagoneer L is significantly longer at 226.7 inches compared to the Discovery's 195.1 inches, contributing to its larger 42.1 cu ft of cargo space, making it the brute-force option for hauling substantial gear or people.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2026 Land Rover Discovery

The slightly smaller 2026 Land Rover Discovery should prove marginally easier to maneuver and park in dense city settings despite both having the same 20 MPG combined rating.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Jeep Wagoneer L

The substantially longer 226.7-inch frame of the Wagoneer L directly translates to superior interior volume, boasting 42.1 cu ft of cargo space.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Jeep Wagoneer L

The Jeep Wagoneer L offers an overwhelming performance advantage with 420 horsepower and 468 lb-ft of torque versus the Discovery's 296 hp.

💰 Best Value

2026 Land Rover Discovery

The Land Rover Discovery saves $2,745 upfront with a $60,200 MSRP and may save on fuel costs since it requires premium while the Wagoneer L uses regular unleaded.

Choose the Jeep Wagoneer L if...

You prioritize raw, effortless towing and acceleration, thanks to its 420 horsepower engine.
You absolutely need maximum utility, evidenced by its larger physical size (226.7 inches long) and cargo capacity.
You prefer using regular unleaded fuel instead of premium fuel to keep day-to-day running costs down.

Choose the Land Rover Discovery if...

You want to save $2,745 initially, as the Discovery's $60,200 MSRP is lower than the Wagoneer L's starting price.
You value standard Four-Wheel Drive capability for off-road or low-traction situations over the Jeep's RWD setup.
You prefer a slightly more manageable exterior footprint at 195.1 inches long for urban driving.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Jeep Wagoneer L	Land Rover Discovery
Length	226.7"	195.1"
Width	83.6"	-
Height	79.6"	74.3"
Wheelbase	130.0"	115.1"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Jeep	Land Rover
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
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
Brake Drying	✓	—
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Solid Disc Brakes	✓	—
Brake Preparation System	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Cornering Lights	✓	—
Front Fog Lights	✓	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Multi-Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Folding Headrests	✓	—
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	—	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	—	✓
Driver Attention Alert	—	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	—	✓
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Jeep	Land Rover
Base Engine Displacement	3.0 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 6	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	420 hp @ 5200 rpm	296 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque	468 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm	295 lb-ft @ 1500 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	Jeep	Land Rover
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	rear wheel drive	four wheel drive
Rear Differential Type	Limited Slip	—
4WD System Type	—	Full Time
Transfer Case Gearing	—	Electronic Single-Speed
Hill Descent Control	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	Jeep	Land Rover
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	premium unleaded (required)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	17/24 MPG	19/23 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	20 MPG	20 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	518.5/732.0 mi.	452.2/547.4 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	30.5 gal.	23.8 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Jeep	Land Rover
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Adjustable Pedals	✓	—
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	✓	—
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	✓	—
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Power Driver Seat Easy Entry	✓	—
Leatherette Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Heated Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	✓	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	✓	✓
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Cargo Floor Mats	✓	—
Front View Camera	—	✓
Side View Camera	—	✓
Driver Assisted Parking Assist	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Jeep	Land Rover
Infotainment Display	10.1 in	11.4 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Alpine Speakers	✓	—
Speaker System	9	11
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	—
Satellite Radio	With Real Time Traffic	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	6 months	3 months
Meridian Speakers	—	✓
Stereo Power	—	400W
Subwoofer Count	—	1
Auxiliary Audio Input	—	✓

Power Feature

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

Frontseats

Feature	Jeep	Land Rover
Front Head Room	41.3 in.	39.4 in.
Front Leg Room	40.9 in.	39.1 in.
Front Shoulder Room	66.1 in.	—
Front Hip Room	63.4 in.	—
Seat Material: Leather	✓	✓
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	—
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	14-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	2	3
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	14-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Driver Seat Ventilation	✓	—
Passenger Seat Ventilation	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Captain's Chairs	—	✓
Driver Seat Thigh Extension	—	✓
Passenger Seat Memory Settings	—	3

Rearseats

Feature	Jeep	Land Rover
Rear Head Room	40.0 in.	39.0 in.
Rear Leg Room	42.7 in.	37.4 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	65.2 in.	—
Rear Hip Room	63.0 in.	—
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	✓
Third Row Seats Folds Into Floor	✓	—
Folding Center Armrest	—	✓
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Jeep	Land Rover
Wheel Material	Alloy	Alloy
Wheel Size	20 x 9.0 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Terrain
Tire Size	275/55R20	—
Spare Tire Type	Full Size Non-Matching	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Underbody Mounted	Underbody Mounted
Wheel Diameter	—	20 in.

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Jeep	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	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Jeep Wagoneer L and 2026 Land Rover Discovery.

How much more powerful is the Jeep Wagoneer L compared to the Discovery?

The 2025 Jeep Wagoneer L possesses a significant advantage, generating 420 horsepower and 468 lb-ft of torque. This is a 124 horsepower difference compared to the 2026 Land Rover Discovery, which is rated at 296 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque.

Do these two large SUVs have different fuel requirements?

Yes, they use different grades of gasoline despite both achieving 20 MPG combined. The Wagoneer L accepts regular unleaded, which is generally less expensive, whereas the Land Rover Discovery mandates premium unleaded fuel.

Which vehicle offers better utility for packing gear?

The 2025 Jeep Wagoneer L wins in pure volume, offering 42.1 cubic feet of cargo space. Its much longer body (226.7 inches) allows it to carry significantly more than the shorter 195.1-inch Land Rover Discovery.

Is the Land Rover Discovery easier to park and drive daily?

Likely, yes. While both are large, the Discovery's 195.1-inch length is noticeably shorter than the Wagoneer L's 226.7 inches, which aids in navigating tighter parking lots and crowded streets.

What is the main drivetrain difference between the two models?

The 2025 Jeep Wagoneer L comes standard with Rear Wheel Drive, while the 2026 Land Rover Discovery includes Four-Wheel Drive as standard equipment, which is beneficial for enhanced grip in varied conditions.

How do their starting prices compare for the base models?

The 2026 Land Rover Discovery has a more accessible starting MSRP at $60,200. The 2025 Jeep Wagoneer L starts slightly higher, priced at $62,945 before any optional upgrades are considered.