2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport vs 2025 Lincoln Corsair

$48,900 · Crossover

$39,735 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The most significant numerical separation between the 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport (Car 1) and the 2025 Lincoln Corsair (Car 2) is the $9,165 MSRP difference, with the Corsair starting at $39,735 against the Discovery Sport's $48,900. Fuel economy also heavily favors the Corsair, achieving 25 combined MPG compared to the Discovery Sport's 20 combined MPG, resulting in substantial long-term cost savings. Despite the lower price, the Corsair produces slightly more power with 250 hp and 275 lb-ft of torque, marginally outperforming the Discovery Sport's 246 hp and 269 lb-ft of torque. However, the Discovery Sport offers greater utility, boasting 32.2 cu ft of cargo space versus the Corsair's 27.6 cu ft. Both vehicles are nearly identical in length at 180.9 and 181.4 inches, respectively, but the Land Rover is significantly taller at 67.9 inches.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Lincoln Corsair

The Lincoln Corsair offers superior fuel efficiency at 25 combined MPG compared to the Discovery Sport's 20 MPG, leading to lower operational costs.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport

The Land Rover Discovery Sport provides substantially more usable storage with 32.2 cu ft of maximum cargo capacity than the Corsair's 27.6 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Lincoln Corsair

The Corsair generates marginally higher output with 250 hp and 275 lb-ft of torque, despite being FWD compared to the Discovery Sport's AWD standard configuration.

💰 Best Value

2025 Lincoln Corsair

The Lincoln Corsair's starting MSRP of $39,735 undercuts the Discovery Sport by $9,165 while offering slightly superior power figures.

Choose the Land Rover Discovery Sport if...

You require standard All-Wheel Drive capability for adverse weather conditions.
Maximizing interior cargo volume is critical, evidenced by its 32.2 cu ft capacity.
You prefer the robustness of regular unleaded fuel over the Corsair's premium requirement.

Choose the Lincoln Corsair if...

Minimizing initial purchase cost is the primary goal, given the $9,165 price advantage.
Prioritizing fuel savings is key, as it achieves 30 highway MPG versus 23 highway MPG for Car 1.
Slightly higher engine performance (250 hp and 275 lb-ft) is desired for daily driving.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Land Rover Discovery Sport	Lincoln Corsair
Length	180.9"	181.4"
Width	-	74.3"
Height	67.9"	64.1"
Wheelbase	107.9"	106.7"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Land Rover	Lincoln
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	✓	✓
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	✓	✓
Self-Leveling 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	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	—	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	—	✓
Brake Preparation System	—	✓
Front Multi-Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Land Rover	Lincoln
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	246 hp @ 5500 rpm	250 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque	269 lb-ft @ 1300 rpm	275 lb-ft @ 3000 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	Land Rover	Lincoln
Transmission Type	9-speed automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	front wheel drive
Hill Descent Control	✓	—

Fuel

Feature	Land Rover	Lincoln
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	19/23 MPG	22/30 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	20 MPG	25 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	336.3/407.1 mi.	356.4/486.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	17.7 gal.	16.2 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Land Rover	Lincoln
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	✓	✓
Front View Camera	✓	—
Side View Camera	✓	—
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	—
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	—
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	—
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Heated Steering Wheel	✓	—
Dual Zone Climate Control	✓	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	✓	✓
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Land Rover	Lincoln
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Meridian Speakers	✓	—
Stereo Power	380W	—
Speaker System	10	9
Subwoofer Count	1	1
Android Auto (Wired)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	✓	✓
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	✓	—
Antenna Type	Diversity	—
Infotainment Display	—	13.2 in

Power Feature

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

Frontseats

Feature	Land Rover	Lincoln
Front Head Room	40.2 in.	39.5 in.
Front Leg Room	39.1 in.	43.2 in.
Front Shoulder Room	57.3 in.	57.1 in.
Seat Material: Leather/Sueded Microfiber	✓	—
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	8-way	8-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
Front Hip Room	—	55.6 in.
Seat Material: Leatherette	—	✓
Driver Seat Memory Settings	—	3

Rearseats

Feature	Land Rover	Lincoln
Rear Head Room	38.7 in.	38.7 in.
Rear Leg Room	38.1 in.	38.6 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	55.9 in.	56.3 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	—
Rear Hip Room	—	50.8 in.

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Land Rover	Lincoln
Wheel Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Diameter	18 in	18 in
Tire Size	N/A	225/60R
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	—
Spare Tire Location	Underbody Mounted	—
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy
Tire Type	—	All Season

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Land Rover	Lincoln
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	6 yr./ 70000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	6 yr./ unlimited mi.	5 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	unlimited yr./ unlimited mi.
Hybrid Component Warranty	—	8 yr./ 100000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport and 2025 Lincoln Corsair.

What is the difference in drivetrain and fuel type between the two crossovers?

The 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport comes standard with All-Wheel Drive and uses regular unleaded fuel. Conversely, the 2025 Lincoln Corsair is FWD standard and recommends premium unleaded fuel for its 250 hp engine.

How do the cargo capacities compare for hauling purposes?

The Land Rover Discovery Sport offers superior overall cargo flexibility with 32.2 cubic feet available. The Lincoln Corsair trails slightly, providing 27.6 cubic feet of cargo space.

Is the pricing discrepancy justified by performance differences?

No, the $9,165 price difference does not favor higher performance; the lower-priced Corsair outputs 250 hp, whereas the more expensive Discovery Sport produces 246 hp.

Which vehicle is better suited for long highway commutes based on the specifications?

The Lincoln Corsair is mathematically better for efficiency on long commutes, achieving 30 highway MPG, significantly better than the Discovery Sport's 23 highway MPG rating.

Do the transmission setups vary significantly?

Yes, the Discovery Sport utilizes a 9-speed automatic transmission, giving it one additional gear ratio over the Corsair's 8-speed shiftable automatic.

How do the exterior dimensions affect maneuverability or presence?

The Discovery Sport is notably taller at 67.9 inches compared to the Corsair's 64.1 inches, which may impact garage clearance, though both have similar overall lengths around 181 inches.