2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport vs 2026 Kia Sorento Hybrid

$48,900 · Crossover

$38,890 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The most significant numerical divergence between the 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport (Car 1) and the 2026 Kia Sorento Hybrid (Car 2) is fuel economy, with the Sorento Hybrid achieving an outstanding 37 MPG combined versus the Discovery Sport's 20 MPG combined, a 17 MPG advantage. This efficiency contributes heavily to the $10,010 MSRP gap, as Car 1 starts at $48,900 while Car 2 begins at $38,890. Performance specifications favor the Land Rover, offering 246 hp and 269 lb-ft of torque, substantially more than the Kia's 227 hp and 258 lb-ft. Furthermore, the Discovery Sport provides a larger cargo volume at 32.2 cu ft, compared to the Sorento Hybrid's 12.6 cu ft. The Kia is longer at 189.6 inches, whereas the Land Rover prioritizes a slightly taller profile at 67.9 inches.

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Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2026 Kia Sorento Hybrid

The 2026 Kia Sorento Hybrid's superior 37 MPG combined efficiency offers dramatically lower running costs for daily travel compared to the Discovery Sport's 20 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport

The Land Rover Discovery Sport offers over double the usable storage space, boasting 32.2 cu ft of cargo capacity versus the Sorento Hybrid's 12.6 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport

The 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport delivers higher output with 246 hp and 269 lb-ft of torque, compared to the Kia's 227 hp and 258 lb-ft.

💰 Best Value

2026 Kia Sorento Hybrid

The 2026 Kia Sorento Hybrid undercuts the Land Rover by $10,010 on MSRP while offering significantly better fuel economy.

Choose the Land Rover Discovery Sport if...

Maximum cargo volume is necessary, as the Discovery Sport provides 32.2 cu ft, substantially more than the Sorento Hybrid's 12.6 cu ft.
Performance metrics are prioritized, evidenced by the Land Rover's higher 246 hp output.
Having standard All-Wheel Drive is mandatory for the vehicle's intended use.

Choose the Kia Sorento Hybrid if...

Fuel economy is the primary concern, given the Sorento Hybrid's 37 MPG combined rating, a 17 MPG improvement over the competitor.
The budget is tight, as the Sorento Hybrid starts $10,010 less at an MSRP of $38,890.
A longer overall footprint (189.6 inches vs. 180.9 inches) is preferred for road presence or passenger volume.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Land Rover Discovery Sport	Kia Sorento Hybrid
Length	180.9"	189.6"
Width	-	74.8"
Height	67.9"	66.7"
Wheelbase	107.9"	110.8"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Land Rover	Kia
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	—	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Land Rover	Kia
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	1.6 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	hybrid
Horsepower	246 hp @ 5500 rpm	227 hp
Torque	269 lb-ft @ 1300 rpm	258 lb-ft
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	Kia
Transmission Type	9-speed automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	front wheel drive
Hill Descent Control	✓	✓

Fuel

Feature	Land Rover	Kia
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	19/23 MPG	37/36 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	20 MPG	37 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	336.3/407.1 mi.	654.9/637.2 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	17.7 gal.	17.7 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Land Rover	Kia
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	—	✓
Extended Cabin Heating/Cooling	—	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

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

Frontseats

Feature	Land Rover	Kia
Front Head Room	40.2 in.	40.3 in.
Front Leg Room	39.1 in.	41.4 in.
Front Shoulder Room	57.3 in.	59.1 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	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Front Hip Room	—	55.6 in.
Seat Material: Leatherette	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Land Rover	Kia
Rear Head Room	38.7 in.	39.1 in.
Rear Leg Room	38.1 in.	40.7 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	55.9 in.	58.1 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	—
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Rear Hip Room	—	55.1 in.
One-Piece Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Land Rover	Kia
Wheel Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Diameter	18 in	—
Tire Size	N/A	235/55R19
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Underbody Mounted	Inside Mounted
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy
Wheel Size	—	19 x 7.5 in
Tire Type	—	All Season

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Land Rover	Kia
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	10 yr./ 100000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	6 yr./ unlimited mi.	5 yr./ 100000 mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
EV Battery Warranty	—	10 yr./ 100000 mi.
Hybrid Component Warranty	—	10 yr./ 100000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport and 2026 Kia Sorento Hybrid.

What is the official EPA fuel economy difference between these two crossovers?

The 2026 Kia Sorento Hybrid is rated at 37 MPG combined, which is significantly better than the 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport's 20 MPG combined rating. This nearly doubles the efficiency, offering substantial savings over annual mileage.

How do the starting prices compare for the 2025 Discovery Sport and the 2026 Sorento Hybrid?

The Kia Sorento Hybrid carries a lower base MSRP of $38,890, undercutting the Land Rover Discovery Sport's starting price of $48,900 by $10,010. This represents a major difference in entry cost.

Which vehicle offers more towing or utility capacity based on provided dimensions?

While neither vehicle's towing capacity is specified, the Land Rover Discovery Sport is noted for having 32.2 cu ft of cargo capacity. The Sorento Hybrid is substantially smaller inside, listing only 12.6 cu ft.

How much more power does the Land Rover Discovery Sport produce over the Sorento Hybrid?

The Discovery Sport generates 246 horsepower and 269 lb-ft of torque. This gives it an advantage over the Sorento Hybrid's 227 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque.

Are both vehicles exclusively All-Wheel Drive?

No, the 2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport comes standard with All-Wheel Drive. Conversely, the 2026 Kia Sorento Hybrid is listed with Front Wheel Drive as standard equipment.

Which crossover is physically larger?

The 2026 Kia Sorento Hybrid is longer at 189.6 inches compared to the Discovery Sport's 180.9 inches. However, the Land Rover is slightly taller, measuring 67.9 inches against the Kia's 66.7 inches.