2025 Land Rover Discovery vs 2026 Volvo XC90

$60,200 · Crossover

$61,050 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The most significant numerical disparity between the 2025 Land Rover Discovery (car1) and the 2026 Volvo XC90 (car2) is the 49 horsepower advantage held by the Discovery (296 hp vs. 247 hp). This power translates to quicker acceleration, though it comes at a fuel economy penalty, with the Discovery achieving only 21 combined MPG compared to the XC90's superior 24 combined MPG. The XC90 also offers significantly better highway mileage at 27 MPG versus the Discovery's 24 MPG. Price differences are minimal, with the Discovery at $60,200 and the XC90 at $61,050, yet the Land Rover is 4.4 inches taller (74.3 inches vs. 69.9 inches), potentially impacting garage fitment. Both crossovers share an identical length of approximately 195 inches, maintaining a similar footprint, but the Discovery demands premium fuel, whereas the XC90 only recommends it.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2026 Volvo XC90

The 2026 Volvo XC90 wins for commuting due to its superior 24 combined MPG rating versus the Discovery's 21 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Land Rover Discovery

The Land Rover Discovery is likely superior for families due to its 4.4-inch greater height (74.3 inches), offering more headroom or overall cabin volume.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Land Rover Discovery

The 2025 Land Rover Discovery appeals more to driving enthusiasts with its greater output of 296 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque.

💰 Best Value

2026 Volvo XC90

The XC90 presents better overall value by achieving 3 MPG better fuel economy while carrying a slightly lower MSRP of $61,050.

Choose the Land Rover Discovery if...

You require the maximum available engine output, evidenced by 296 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque.
You prefer the robust stance provided by the 74.3-inch height measurement.
Your usage prioritizes the specific dynamics of a four-wheel drive system over the XC90's AWD.

Choose the Volvo XC90 if...

Fuel efficiency is a priority, given its 24 combined MPG rating.
You wish to avoid the mandatory use of premium unleaded fuel required by the Discovery.
A lower overall vehicle height of 69.9 inches is necessary for parking clearance.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Land Rover Discovery	Volvo XC90
Length	195.1"	195.0"
Width	-	-
Height	74.3"	69.9"
Wheelbase	115.1"	117.5"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Land Rover	Volvo
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
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 Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	—
Brake Preparation System	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Front Fog Lights	✓	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
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	✓	✓
Third Row Head Airbags	—	✓
Adaptive Headlights	—	✓
Cornering Lights	—	✓
Headlight Washers	—	✓
Rear Folding Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Land Rover	Volvo
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	mild hybrid
Horsepower	296 hp @ 5500 rpm	247 hp
Torque	295 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm	266 lb-ft @ 2000 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	Volvo
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	four wheel drive	all wheel drive
4WD System Type	Full Time	—
Transfer Case Gearing	Electronic Single-Speed	—
Locking Hubs	Automatic	—
Hill Descent Control	✓	—

Fuel

Feature	Land Rover	Volvo
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	19/24 MPG	22/27 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	21 MPG	24 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	452.2/571.2 mi.	413.6/507.6 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	23.8 gal.	18.8 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Land Rover	Volvo
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	✓	✓
Driver Assisted Parking Assist	✓	—
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	✓	—
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Steering Wheel Material	Simulated Alloy	—
Heated Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts	✓	—
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	—	✓
Manual Rear Seat Easy Entry	—	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	—	✓
Alloy Trim on Steering Wheel	—	✓
Four Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Land Rover	Volvo
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Meridian Speakers	✓	—
Stereo Power	400W	220W
Speaker System	11	10
Subwoofer Count	1	—
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	✓	—
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	—
Infotainment Display	—	11.2 in
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	—	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	—	✓

Power Feature

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

Frontseats

Feature	Land Rover	Volvo
Front Head Room	40.0 in.	38.9 in.
Front Leg Room	39.1 in.	40.9 in.
Seat Material: Leather	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	14-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Thigh Extension	✓	—
Driver Seat Memory Settings	3	3
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	14-way	8-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Passenger Seat Thigh Extension	✓	—
Passenger Seat Memory Settings	3	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Front Shoulder Room	—	57.7 in.
Front Hip Room	—	56.0 in.
Seat Material: Leatherette	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Land Rover	Volvo
Rear Head Room	39.0 in.	38.5 in.
Rear Leg Room	37.4 in.	37.0 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	✓	✓
Rear Shoulder Room	—	56.5 in.
Rear Hip Room	—	56.5 in.
Heated Rear Seats (Multi-Level)	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Land Rover	Volvo
Wheel Material	Alloy	—
Wheel Diameter	20 in.	20 in.
Tire Size	N/A	275/45R20
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Underbody Mounted	Inside Mounted
Wheel Finish	—	Painted Alloy
Tire Type	—	All Season

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Land Rover	Volvo
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	6 yr./ unlimited mi.	12 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ unlimited mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	—	2 yr./ 20000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Land Rover Discovery and 2026 Volvo XC90.

How does the fuel cost difference impact long-term ownership between the two models?

The 2026 Volvo XC90 offers a 3 MPG advantage (24 combined vs. 21 combined), which will result in noticeable savings over the Discovery's mandated premium fuel usage. While the XC90 only recommends premium, the Discovery requires it, further increasing the running cost difference per mile.

Is the performance gap significant enough to justify the Discovery's lower MPG?

The 49 horsepower difference means the Discovery will accelerate faster; however, this performance comes at the cost of 3 MPG efficiency. For daily driving where acceleration is secondary, the efficiency of the XC90 is more relevant.

Which vehicle has a larger exterior footprint for parking maneuvers?

The two vehicles are almost identical in footprint, sharing a length of 195.1 inches (Discovery) and 195.0 inches (XC90). The primary dimensional difference is vertical, with the Discovery being 4.4 inches taller.

What are the MSRP and fuel requirement differences?

The Land Rover Discovery starts at $60,200 and requires premium unleaded gasoline. The Volvo XC90 is slightly more expensive at $61,050 and only recommends premium unleaded, offering flexibility.

How do the transmissions compare in these two premium crossovers?

Both the 2025 Discovery and the 2026 XC90 utilize an 8-speed shiftable automatic transmission, indicating similar foundational architecture for gear changes.

Does the difference in height affect passenger comfort?

The 74.3-inch height of the Discovery suggests greater vertical space compared to the XC90's 69.9 inches, which might be advantageous for taller passengers or larger cargo access.