2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport vs 2026 Buick Enclave

$48,900 · Crossover

$46,200 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport immediately captivates with its compact, rugged elegance, offering 246 hp and standard All-Wheel Drive (AWD) in a nimble 180.9-inch frame, perfect for urban agility despite its modest 20 MPG combined rating. Conversely, the imposing 2026 Buick Enclave commands attention with sheer muscle, boasting a robust 328 hp and 326 lb-ft of torque, making it the clear powerhouse in this comparison, though it achieves a better 23 MPG combined efficiency. While the Land Rover emphasizes accessible off-road capability through its AWD system, the much larger Enclave prioritizes pure passenger pull with its superior horsepower advantage. The difference is stark: 82 more horses in the Buick against the Land Rover's slightly better 32.2 cubic feet of cargo space versus the Enclave's 22.9 cu ft.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport

The Discovery Sport's smaller 180.9-inch length and standard AWD make it more maneuverable and capable in varied driving conditions than the larger Enclave.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 Buick Enclave

Despite the smaller cargo volume, the Enclave's significantly higher 328 hp offers more effortless highway merging and passing power for family trips.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2026 Buick Enclave

The 82-horsepower advantage, providing 328 hp and 326 lb-ft of torque, clearly favors the Buick Enclave for raw performance appeal.

💰 Best Value

2026 Buick Enclave

The 2026 Buick Enclave undercuts the Land Rover with a lower MSRP of $46,200 and delivers substantially more power.

Choose the Land Rover Discovery Sport if...

You require standard All-Wheel Drive capability for varied weather without stepping up to a larger frame.
You prefer the more modest physical footprint, measuring only 180.9 inches long.
You prioritize the higher listed cargo volume of 32.2 cubic feet behind the second row.

Choose the Buick Enclave if...

You demand maximum engine output, evidenced by its 328 hp versus Car 1's 246 hp.
Fuel economy is important, as the Enclave achieves a better 27 MPG on the highway.
You are looking for the lower entry price point at $46,200 MSRP.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Land Rover Discovery Sport	Buick Enclave
Length	180.9"	207.6"
Width	-	79.6"
Height	67.9"	71.0"
Wheelbase	107.9"	120.9"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Land Rover	Buick
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	2
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	—
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	—	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	—	✓
Third Row Head Airbags	—	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	—	✓
Brake Preparation System	—	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	—	✓
Rear Folding Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Land Rover	Buick
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	2.5 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	246 hp @ 5500 rpm	328 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque	269 lb-ft @ 1300 rpm	326 lb-ft @ 3500 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	Buick
Transmission Type	9-speed automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	front wheel drive
Hill Descent Control	✓	—

Fuel

Feature	Land Rover	Buick
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.	388.0/523.8 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	17.7 gal.	19.4 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Land Rover	Buick
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	✓	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	—	✓
Manual Rear Seat Easy Entry	—	✓
Leatherette Steering Wheel	—	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	—	✓
Sun Sensor	—	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Land Rover	Buick
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Meridian Speakers	✓	—
Stereo Power	380W	—
Speaker System	10	12
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	—	30.0 in
Premium Speaker Brand	—	Bose
Android Auto (Wireless)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	—	✓

Power Feature

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

Frontseats

Feature	Land Rover	Buick
Front Head Room	40.2 in.	42.6 in.
Front Leg Room	39.1 in.	44.3 in.
Front Shoulder Room	57.3 in.	62.2 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	Power
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Front Hip Room	—	58.7 in.
Seat Material: Leatherette	—	✓
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	—	2-way

Rearseats

Feature	Land Rover	Buick
Rear Head Room	38.7 in.	40.0 in.
Rear Leg Room	38.1 in.	41.5 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	55.9 in.	62.1 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	—
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Rear Hip Room	—	58.5 in.
Folding Rear Seatback	—	✓
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

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

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Land Rover	Buick
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.	6 yr./ 100000 mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	—	1 yr./ unlimited mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport and 2026 Buick Enclave.

How significant is the power difference between the 2025 Discovery Sport and the 2026 Enclave?

The difference is substantial; the Buick Enclave generates 328 hp and 326 lb-ft of torque, which is an 82 hp advantage over the Land Rover's 246 hp output.

Which crossover is better suited for highway commuting based on fuel economy?

The 2026 Buick Enclave is the superior choice, achieving 20/27 MPG city/highway compared to the Discovery Sport's 19/23 MPG rating.

Does the Land Rover Discovery Sport come standard with AWD?

Yes, the 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport comes standard with an All-Wheel Drive system, whereas the base 2026 Buick Enclave is listed as Front Wheel Drive.

Which vehicle offers more space for hauling cargo?

The Land Rover Discovery Sport provides slightly more dedicated cargo space, rated at 32.2 cubic feet, compared to the Buick Enclave's 22.9 cubic feet.

What is the difference in starting price between these two crossovers?

The 2026 Buick Enclave has a more accessible starting MSRP of $46,200, while the 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport begins at $48,900.

Are both vehicles capable of using standard gasoline?

Both the 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport and the 2026 Buick Enclave specify that they utilize regular unleaded fuel, meaning premium fuel is not required for operation.