2025 Maserati Grecale vs 2026 Land Rover Discovery

$76,500 · Crossover

$60,200 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

Choosing between prestige and practicality often boils down to balancing desire against the bottom line, and the 2025 Maserati Grecale versus the 2026 Land Rover Discovery highlights this perfectly. The Grecale, starting at a hefty $76,500, delivers 325 hp right out of the gate, offering a quicker punch than the Discovery's 296 hp. However, this Italian flair comes at a cost: the Maserati trails the Land Rover in efficiency, achieving only 24 combined MPG compared to the Discovery's 20 combined MPG, despite requiring premium fuel in both cases. While the Grecale is notably smaller at 190.9 inches long versus the Discovery's 195.1 inches, the Discovery gains significant utility by standing taller at 74.3 inches. This comparison pits the Grecale's sharper performance edge against the Discovery's substantial $16,300 initial savings and more commanding road presence.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Maserati Grecale

The Maserati Grecale wins for commuters due to its superior combined fuel economy of 24 MPG versus the Discovery's 20 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 Land Rover Discovery

The Land Rover Discovery is better suited for families as its taller stance (74.3 inches vs. 65.7 inches) likely translates to easier ingress/egress and more interior volume.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Maserati Grecale

Enthusiasts will favor the Grecale because it provides a higher output of 325 horsepower compared to the Discovery's 296 horsepower.

💰 Best Value

2026 Land Rover Discovery

The Land Rover Discovery offers significantly better value with an MSRP of $60,200, saving buyers $16,300 over the Maserati Grecale.

Choose the Maserati Grecale if...

You prioritize driving engagement and performance, thanks to its 325 hp engine.
Fuel efficiency matters slightly more for your daily drive, as it achieves 24 combined MPG.
You prefer a slightly more compact footprint, measuring 190.9 inches in length.

Choose the Land Rover Discovery if...

Your budget is tighter, as the Discovery saves you $16,300 with an MSRP of $60,200.
You need maximum vertical height and presence, given its 74.3-inch overall height.
You are okay with the slight MPG penalty to get a vehicle with 295 lb-ft of torque for towing/hauling tasks.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Maserati Grecale	Land Rover Discovery
Length	190.9"	195.1"
Width	77.9"	-
Height	65.7"	74.3"
Wheelbase	114.2"	115.1"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Maserati	Land Rover
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
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 Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Front Fog Lights	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	—	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	—	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	—	✓
Brake Preparation System	—	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	—	✓
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Maserati	Land Rover
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	mild hybrid	gas
Horsepower	325 hp	296 hp @ 5500 rpm
Number of Valves	16	16
Camshaft Type	Single overhead cam (SOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓
Torque	—	295 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm

Drive Train

Feature	Maserati	Land Rover
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	four wheel drive
[object Object]	✓	—
[object Object]	✓	—
Hill Descent Control	✓	✓
4WD System Type	—	Full Time
Transfer Case Gearing	—	Electronic Single-Speed

Fuel

Feature	Maserati	Land Rover
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (required)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	22/28 MPG	19/23 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	24 MPG	20 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	371.8/473.2 mi.	452.2/547.4 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	16.9 gal.	23.8 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Maserati	Land Rover
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	—
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	—
Three Zone Climate Control	✓	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	✓	—
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Front View Camera	—	✓
Side View Camera	—	✓
Driver Assisted Parking Assist	—	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	—	✓
Leatherette Steering Wheel	—	✓
Heated Steering Wheel	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	—	✓
Interior Air Filtration	—	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Maserati	Land Rover
Infotainment Display	12.3 in	11.4 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Premium Speaker Brand	Sonus faber	—
Stereo Power	860W	400W
Speaker System	14	11
Subwoofer Count	1	1
Surround Audio	Discrete	—
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	—
Satellite Radio	With Real Time Traffic	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	12 months	3 months
Meridian Speakers	—	✓

Power Feature

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

Frontseats

Feature	Maserati	Land Rover
Seat Material: Leather	✓	✓
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	—
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	14-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	14-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 Head Room	—	39.4 in.
Front Leg Room	—	39.1 in.
Front Seat Type: Captain's Chairs	—	✓
Driver Seat Thigh Extension	—	✓
Driver Seat Memory Settings	—	3
Passenger Seat Memory Settings	—	3

Rearseats

Feature	Maserati	Land Rover
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Rear Head Room	—	39.0 in.
Rear Leg Room	—	37.4 in.
Reclining Rear Seats	—	✓
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Maserati	Land Rover
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	—
Wheel Diameter	20 in.	20 in.
Tire Type	All Season	All Terrain
Tire Size	295/40R20	—
Wheel Material	—	Alloy
Spare Tire Type	—	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	—	Underbody Mounted

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Maserati	Land Rover
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	4 yr./ unlimited mi.	6 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Maserati Grecale and 2026 Land Rover Discovery.

How does the starting price difference affect the overall cost of ownership?

The Land Rover Discovery starts $16,300 cheaper than the Maserati Grecale, which is a massive initial saving. However, since both require premium unleaded fuel, you should factor in the Grecale’s 4 MPG advantage (24 MPG vs. 20 MPG combined) when calculating long-term running costs.

Is the horsepower difference significant enough to notice between these two AWD crossovers?

Yes, the 2025 Maserati Grecale offers 325 hp, giving it a 29 hp advantage over the 2026 Land Rover Discovery's 296 hp. For spirited driving, the Grecale should feel noticeably quicker, even though both utilize an 8-speed shiftable automatic transmission.

Which vehicle has more utility for hauling gear?

While the specific cargo capacities provided don't list the Discovery's, the Grecale only offers 18.9 cu ft of cargo capacity. Given the Discovery's significantly greater height (74.3 inches vs. 65.7 inches) and longer overall length (195.1 inches vs. 190.9 inches), the Discovery is likely the more cavernous utility vehicle.

Are the fuel economy ratings comparable given they both require premium fuel?

Not really; the Grecale achieves 24 combined MPG, which is 4 MPG better than the Discovery's 20 combined MPG rating. This difference means you will spend more time and money at the premium pump driving the Land Rover.

How do the dimensions compare for city parking?

The Maserati Grecale is narrower and shorter in both length (190.9 inches) and height (65.7 inches), potentially making it slightly easier to navigate and park in tight urban environments compared to the larger 2026 Land Rover Discovery.

Does the Grecale offer a performance advantage despite the Discovery being 4WD?

Yes, the Grecale's higher horsepower (325 hp) suggests a performance advantage. Both vehicles feature all-wheel-drive capability (AWD for Maserati, 4WD for Land Rover), but the Grecale prioritizes power while the Discovery focuses on rugged capability.