2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport vs 2025 Nissan Pathfinder

$48,900 · Crossover

$36,400 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The most significant divergence between the 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport (Car1) and the 2025 Nissan Pathfinder (Car2) is the Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price, with Car1 starting at $48,900 compared to Car2's $36,400, a $12,500 disparity. Despite the higher cost, Car1 offers 246 hp, while Car2 produces 284 hp, a 38 hp advantage for the Pathfinder. Fuel efficiency heavily favors Car2, achieving a combined 23 MPG versus Car1's 20 MPG, with Car2 reaching 27 MPG on the highway compared to Car1's 23 MPG highway rating. In terms of physical size, the Pathfinder is substantially longer at 197.7 inches versus the Discovery Sport's 180.9 inches, though Car1 surprisingly retains greater maximum cargo capacity at 32.2 cu ft against Car2's 16.6 cu ft minimum capacity. Both utilize a 9-speed automatic transmission, but the difference in power output and upfront cost shapes the overall utility equation.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Nissan Pathfinder

The Pathfinder wins for commuters due to its superior combined fuel economy rating of 23 MPG compared to the Discovery Sport's 20 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport

The Discovery Sport is likely favored by families seeking its larger stated cargo capacity of 32.2 cu ft, significantly exceeding the Pathfinder's 16.6 cu ft figure.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Nissan Pathfinder

The Pathfinder appeals more to performance enthusiasts by generating 284 hp, substantially more than the Discovery Sport's 246 hp output.

💰 Best Value

2025 Nissan Pathfinder

The Pathfinder offers a significantly better monetary entry point at $36,400, which is $12,500 less than the Discovery Sport’s $48,900 MSRP.

Choose the Land Rover Discovery Sport if...

You require the highest available cargo volume, as the Discovery Sport claims 32.2 cu ft.
You prefer a standard All-Wheel Drive setup right from the base trim level.
You desire the slightly higher torque figure of 269 lb-ft provided by the Discovery Sport.

Choose the Nissan Pathfinder if...

Budget is the primary constraint, given the $12,500 lower starting MSRP of $36,400.
Maximizing fuel economy is critical, as Car2 achieves 23 MPG combined versus Car1's 20 MPG.
Higher horsepower output is desired, with the Pathfinder delivering 284 hp compared to Car1's 246 hp.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Land Rover Discovery Sport	Nissan Pathfinder
Length	180.9"	197.7"
Width	-	77.9"
Height	67.9"	70.9"
Wheelbase	107.9"	114.2"

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	—	✓
Third Row Head Airbags	—	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Land Rover	Nissan
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	3.5 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	V6
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	246 hp @ 5500 rpm	284 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque	269 lb-ft @ 1300 rpm	259 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm
Number of Valves	16	24
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	20/27 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	20 MPG	23 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	336.3/407.1 mi.	370.0/499.5 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	17.7 gal.	18.5 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	✓	—
Cruise Control	—	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	—	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	—	✓
Manual Rear Seat Easy Entry	—	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	—	✓

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	—	8.0 in

Power Feature

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

Frontseats

Feature	Land Rover	Nissan
Front Head Room	40.2 in.	42.3 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	—
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Manual
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	—
Front Hip Room	—	58.3 in.
Seat Material: Cloth	—	✓
Driver Seat Manual Adjustments	—	6-way
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	—	6-way

Rearseats

Feature	Land Rover	Nissan
Rear Head Room	38.7 in.	39.6 in.
Rear Leg Room	38.1 in.	35.5 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	55.9 in.	59.6 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Rear Hip Room	—	56.3 in.
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Land Rover	Nissan
Wheel Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Diameter	18 in	18 in
Tire Size	N/A	255/60R18
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Underbody Mounted	Underbody Mounted
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy
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 Pathfinder.

How does the actual cargo space compare between these two crossovers?

While the specifications list the 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport at 32.2 cu ft, the 2025 Nissan Pathfinder is listed with a minimum of 16.6 cu ft. This suggests the Discovery Sport offers significantly more usable space behind the rear seats for cargo.

Which vehicle offers better running costs based purely on fuel economy?

The Nissan Pathfinder (Car2) is the more economical choice for daily driving, achieving 23 MPG combined against the Discovery Sport’s 20 MPG combined. The Pathfinder also boasts higher highway efficiency at 27 MPG.

Is the performance difference noticeable between the 246 hp and 284 hp ratings?

Yes, the 38-horsepower difference favors the Pathfinder (Car2) significantly. While the Discovery Sport produces more torque (269 lb-ft vs 259 lb-ft), the Pathfinder's higher overall horsepower suggests better acceleration potential.

What is the price premium for selecting the Land Rover Discovery Sport over the Pathfinder?

The 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport carries a substantial price premium of $12,500, starting at $48,900 compared to the Nissan Pathfinder’s $36,400 base MSRP.

Do both vehicles offer All-Wheel Drive standard?

No, the 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport (Car1) features All-Wheel Drive as standard equipment. Conversely, the 2025 Nissan Pathfinder (Car2) comes standard with Front Wheel Drive, meaning AWD is likely an optional extra.

How do the external dimensions compare, particularly for urban parking?

The Discovery Sport is considerably smaller overall, measuring 180.9 inches in length compared to the Pathfinder's 197.7 inches. The Pathfinder is also wider and taller, potentially making it more challenging to maneuver and park in tight city spaces.