2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport vs 2025 Nissan Murano

$48,900 · Crossover

$40,470 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

Deciding between luxury appeal and budget practicality is a common headache when shopping for a new crossover. If you are weighing the premium feel of the 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport (MSRP $48,900) against the mainstream value of the 2025 Nissan Murano (MSRP $40,470), the price gap is significant: $8,430 separates them. The Land Rover offers slightly more power with 246 hp and 269 lb-ft of torque, standard All-Wheel Drive, and a marginally smaller exterior footprint at 180.9 inches long. Conversely, the Murano surprises with better fuel economy, achieving 23 MPG combined versus the Land Rover’s 20 MPG combined, and offers slightly more space with 32.9 cu ft of cargo capacity compared to the Land Rover's 32.2 cu ft. Both utilize a 9-speed automatic transmission, but the Murano relies primarily on Front-Wheel Drive unless optioned otherwise, making the Discovery Sport's standard AWD a key difference for adverse weather handling.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Nissan Murano

The Murano wins for daily commuting thanks to its superior 23 MPG combined fuel economy, saving money over time.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Nissan Murano

The Murano offers marginally more cargo space at 32.9 cubic feet and costs significantly less upfront than the Discovery Sport.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport

The Discovery Sport appeals more to driving enthusiasts with its standard All-Wheel Drive system and slightly higher 269 lb-ft of torque.

💰 Best Value

2025 Nissan Murano

With an MSRP that is $8,430 lower and better fuel efficiency, the Murano clearly offers better overall value.

Choose the Land Rover Discovery Sport if...

You absolutely require standard All-Wheel Drive capability for consistent poor-weather driving.
You prioritize the premium brand cachet associated with the Land Rover nameplate.
You prefer the slightly tighter maneuverability of a shorter vehicle (180.9 inches long).

Choose the Nissan Murano if...

Keeping the initial purchase price under $41,000 is a major deciding factor.
Maximizing fuel stops is important, as the Murano achieves 27 MPG on the highway.
You need every cubic inch of storage, benefiting from 32.9 cu ft of cargo volume.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Land Rover Discovery Sport	Nissan Murano
Length	180.9"	192.9"
Width	-	78.0"
Height	67.9"	67.9"
Wheelbase	107.9"	111.2"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Land Rover	Nissan
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	—	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	—	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	—	✓
Brake Preparation System	—	✓
Rear Fixed Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Land Rover	Nissan
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	241 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque	269 lb-ft @ 1300 rpm	260 lb-ft @ 4400 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	Nissan
Transmission Type	9-speed automatic	9-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	front wheel drive
Hill Descent Control	✓	—

Fuel

Feature	Land Rover	Nissan
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	19/23 MPG	21/27 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	20 MPG	23 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	336.3/407.1 mi.	392.7/504.9 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	17.7 gal.	18.7 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Land Rover	Nissan
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	—	✓
Leatherette Steering Wheel	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Land Rover	Nissan
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Meridian Speakers	✓	—
Stereo Power	380W	—
Speaker System	10	6
Subwoofer Count	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	—	12.3 in
Android Auto (Wireless)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	—	✓

Power Feature

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

Frontseats

Feature	Land Rover	Nissan
Front Head Room	40.2 in.	41.1 in.
Front Leg Room	39.1 in.	44.3 in.
Front Shoulder Room	57.3 in.	60.8 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	6-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	—
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Front Hip Room	—	56.9 in.
Seat Material: Leatherette	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Land Rover	Nissan
Rear Head Room	38.7 in.	39.7 in.
Rear Leg Room	38.1 in.	36.3 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	55.9 in.	58.5 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	—
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Rear Hip Room	—	56.9 in.

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Land Rover	Nissan
Wheel Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Diameter	18 in	20 in.
Tire Size	N/A	P255/55R20
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	—
Spare Tire Location	Underbody Mounted	—
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy
Wheel Cover Type	—	Full
Tire Type	—	All Season

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Land Rover	Nissan
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	6 yr./ unlimited mi.	5 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	—	2 yr./ 24000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport and 2025 Nissan Murano.

What is the real-world fuel economy difference between these two crossovers?

The 2025 Nissan Murano leads comfortably, achieving 23 MPG combined (21 City/27 Highway). The 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport trails slightly, rated at 20 MPG combined (19 City/23 Highway).

Is the upfront cost difference between the two vehicles substantial?

Yes, the difference is quite large; the Land Rover Discovery Sport starts at $48,900 MSRP, while the Nissan Murano undercuts it by $8,430, starting at $40,470 MSRP.

Which vehicle is better equipped for snowy or slick roads right out of the box?

The Land Rover Discovery Sport comes standard with All-Wheel Drive, giving it an advantage for traction in slippery conditions over the base Front-Wheel Drive setup of the Murano.

Do these vehicles have similar power output figures?

They are quite close; the Discovery Sport has 246 horsepower and 269 lb-ft of torque, slightly outpacing the Murano's 241 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque.

If I carry a lot of gear, which crossover offers more utility?

The Nissan Murano technically offers a bit more usable space with 32.9 cubic feet of cargo capacity compared to the Discovery Sport’s 32.2 cubic feet.

Do either of these models use premium fuel?

No, both the 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport and the 2025 Nissan Murano are designed to run on regular unleaded fuel, keeping running costs predictable.