2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport vs 2026 Honda Passport

$48,900 · Crossover

$44,750 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport excites with its premium, commanding presence and standard AWD, perfect for tackling varied terrain with its 246 hp engine. In contrast, the larger 2026 Honda Passport blasts out of the gate with a muscular 285 hp, staking its claim as the powerhouse. While the Discovery Sport is more compact at 180.9 inches long, the Passport stretches to 191.5 inches, lending it a significant advantage in utility, boasting 44 cu ft of cargo capacity compared to the Land Rover's 32.2 cu ft. Performance figures are close, with the Land Rover netting 20 combined MPG versus the Passport's 21 combined MPG. However, the Passport undercuts the Land Rover on price substantially, starting at $44,750 against the Discovery Sport's $48,900, making its superior horsepower advantage a fascinating point of comparison.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2026 Honda Passport

The 2026 Honda Passport offers better highway fuel economy at 25 MPG versus the Discovery Sport's 23 MPG, saving money over daily driving.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 Honda Passport

The 2026 Honda Passport provides substantially more usable space with 44 cubic feet of cargo capacity compared to the Discovery Sport's 32.2 cubic feet.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2026 Honda Passport

The 2026 Honda Passport delivers 285 horsepower, a significant advantage over the Discovery Sport's 246 horsepower, promising more spirited driving.

💰 Best Value

2026 Honda Passport

The 2026 Honda Passport costs $4,150 less while delivering 39 more horsepower and greater cargo volume.

Choose the Land Rover Discovery Sport if...

You prioritize a smaller overall footprint, as the Discovery Sport is only 180.9 inches long.
You prefer the handling characteristics associated with the Discovery Sport's 9-speed automatic transmission.
You value the Land Rover's specific all-wheel-drive tuning and premium interior feel (implied by price point).

Choose the Honda Passport if...

You need maximum hauling capability, evidenced by its class-leading 44 cu ft of cargo space.
You demand superior straight-line acceleration from its 285 hp engine.
You seek greater efficiency on the open road, achieving 25 highway MPG with its 10-speed transmission.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Land Rover Discovery Sport	Honda Passport
Length	180.9"	191.5"
Width	-	79.4"
Height	67.9"	73.1"
Wheelbase	107.9"	113.6"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Land Rover	Honda
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	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Land Rover	Honda
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	285 hp @ 6100 rpm
Torque	269 lb-ft @ 1300 rpm	262 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm
Number of Valves	16	24
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓
Cylinder Deactivation	—	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Land Rover	Honda
Transmission Type	9-speed automatic	10-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	all wheel drive
Hill Descent Control	✓	✓
[object Object]	—	✓
[object Object]	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	Land Rover	Honda
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	19/23 MPG	19/25 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	20 MPG	21 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	336.3/407.1 mi.	351.5/462.5 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	17.7 gal.	18.5 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Land Rover	Honda
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	—	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Land Rover	Honda
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Meridian Speakers	✓	—
Stereo Power	380W	225W
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	—
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	✓
Antenna Type	Diversity	—
Infotainment Display	—	12.3 in
Android Auto (Wireless)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	—	✓

Power Feature

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

Frontseats

Feature	Land Rover	Honda
Front Head Room	40.2 in.	40.5 in.
Front Leg Room	39.1 in.	41.1 in.
Front Shoulder Room	57.3 in.	61.9 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	4-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	—	58.3 in.
Seat Material: Leather/Cloth	—	✓
Driver Seat Memory Settings	—	2

Rearseats

Feature	Land Rover	Honda
Rear Head Room	38.7 in.	40.7 in.
Rear Leg Room	38.1 in.	40.9 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	55.9 in.	61.7 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	—
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Rear Hip Room	—	57.4 in.

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Land Rover	Honda
Wheel Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Diameter	18 in	18 in
Tire Size	N/A	265/60R
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Underbody Mounted	Inside Mounted
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy
Tire Type	—	All Season

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Land Rover	Honda
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	—	1 yr./ 12000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport and 2026 Honda Passport.

How much more powerful is the 2026 Honda Passport than the Land Rover?

The 2026 Honda Passport holds a distinct power advantage, producing 285 horsepower from its engine, which is 39 horsepower more than the 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport's 246 horsepower rating.

Is the Land Rover Discovery Sport significantly smaller than the Passport?

Yes, the dimensions show a notable size difference; the Passport is longer at 191.5 inches compared to the Discovery Sport's 180.9 inches, and it is also taller, standing at 73.1 inches.

Which vehicle uses a less expensive type of fuel?

Both vehicles use regular unleaded fuel, meaning neither requires the more expensive premium gasoline for operation.

How does the cargo capacity compare between these two AWD crossovers?

The 2026 Honda Passport is far superior for hauling gear, offering 44 cubic feet of cargo space. The 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport trails significantly with only 32.2 cubic feet available.

Which car is the better choice for long-distance commuting based on MPG?

The 2026 Honda Passport edges out the Discovery Sport in fuel economy, achieving 25 highway MPG versus the Land Rover's 23 highway MPG, leading to fewer stops at the pump.

What is the primary price difference between the two models?

The 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport commands a higher starting MSRP of $48,900, creating a price gap of $4,150 when compared to the Passport's starting price of $44,750.