2026 Honda Passport vs 2026 Land Rover Discovery Sport

$44,750 · Crossover

$49,900 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The comparison between the 2026 Honda Passport and the 2026 Land Rover Discovery Sport reveals significant divergence in pricing and capability. The most substantial numerical difference is the $5,150 MSRP gap, with the Passport starting at $44,750 versus the Discovery Sport's $49,900. Performance shows the Passport leads substantially in power, generating 285 horsepower compared to the Land Rover's 246 hp, although the Discovery Sport wins slightly on torque (269 lb-ft vs. 262 lb-ft). For utility, the Passport offers significantly greater space, boasting 44.0 cu ft of cargo capacity against the Discovery Sport's 32.4 cu ft. Fuel efficiency is nearly identical, with both achieving a combined 21 MPG (Passport) and 20 MPG (Discovery Sport). Dimensions also favor the Passport, which is over 10.6 inches longer (191.5 inches vs. 180.9 inches), contributing to its superior hauling volume.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2026 Honda Passport

The 2026 Honda Passport offers superior fuel economy at 21 MPG combined versus the Discovery Sport's 20 MPG.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 Honda Passport

The Passport provides substantially more utility with 44.0 cu ft of cargo space compared to the Discovery Sport's 32.4 cu ft.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2026 Honda Passport

The Passport delivers a notable power advantage with 285 horsepower against the Discovery Sport's 246 horsepower.

💰 Best Value

2026 Honda Passport

The Passport commands a $5,150 lower entry MSRP while offering higher horsepower and much larger cargo volume.

Choose the Honda Passport if...

You require maximum cargo hauling, as the Passport offers 44.0 cu ft versus 32.4 cu ft in the competition.
Your budget mandates a lower purchase price, with the Passport saving $5,150 at the $44,750 starting MSRP.
You prioritize outright engine output, as the Passport provides 285 hp compared to the Discovery Sport's 246 hp.

Choose the Land Rover Discovery Sport if...

You prefer a transmission setup utilizing a 9-speed automatic, whereas Car 1 uses a 10-speed.
You desire slightly more low-end pulling strength, as the Discovery Sport generates 269 lb-ft of torque versus Car 1's 262 lb-ft.
You prefer a physically shorter vehicle footprint, with the Discovery Sport measuring 180.9 inches long compared to Car 1's 191.5 inches.

Key Dimensions

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

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Honda	Land Rover
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 Solid Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running 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	✓	✓
Brake Preparation System	—	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	—	✓
Self-Leveling Headlights	—	✓
Front Fog Lights	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Honda	Land Rover
Base Engine Displacement	3.5 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	V6	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	285 hp @ 6100 rpm	246 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque	262 lb-ft @ 5000 rpm	269 lb-ft @ 1300 rpm
Number of Valves	24	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓
Cylinder Deactivation	✓	—

Drive Train

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

Fuel

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

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Honda	Land Rover
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	✓	✓
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	✓	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	✓	—
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts	✓	✓
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	—	✓
Front View Camera	—	✓
Side View Camera	—	✓
Heated Steering Wheel	—	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Honda	Land Rover
Infotainment Display	12.3 in	11.4 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Stereo Power	225W	400W
Speaker System	9	11
Subwoofer Count	1	1
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	—
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	—
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	✓
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	✓
Meridian Speakers	—	✓
Android Auto (Wired)	—	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wired)	—	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	—	✓
Satellite Radio	—	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	—	3 months
Antenna Type	—	Diversity

Power Feature

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

Frontseats

Feature	Honda	Land Rover
Front Head Room	40.5 in.	—
Front Leg Room	41.1 in.	—
Front Shoulder Room	61.9 in.	—
Front Hip Room	58.3 in.	—
Seat Material: Leather/Cloth	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	10-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	2	3
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	4-way	8-way
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Seat Material: Leather/Sueded Microfiber	—	✓
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	—	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power

Rearseats

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

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Honda	Land Rover
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	Painted Alloy
Wheel Diameter	18 in	19 in
Tire Type	All Season	—
Tire Size	265/60R	N/A
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Inside Mounted	Underbody Mounted

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	Honda	Land Rover
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	5 yr./ unlimited mi.	6 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	1 yr./ 12000 mi.	—

Frequently Asked Questions

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

What is the primary drivetrain and transmission difference between the 2026 Passport and Discovery Sport?

Both vehicles feature all-wheel drive standard. However, the Passport utilizes a 10-speed shiftable automatic transmission, while the Discovery Sport is equipped with a 9-speed automatic transmission.

How much more cargo space does the Honda Passport offer over the Land Rover Discovery Sport?

The 2026 Honda Passport provides significantly more usable space, boasting 44.0 cubic feet of cargo capacity. This is substantially more than the 32.4 cubic feet offered by the 2026 Land Rover Discovery Sport.

Is the fuel economy substantially different for these two crossovers?

The efficiency ratings are closely matched, with the Passport achieving 21 MPG combined (19 City/25 Highway) and the Discovery Sport achieving 20 MPG combined (19 City/23 Highway). The Passport offers a slight 1 MPG advantage on the highway.

How do the starting prices and horsepower ratings compare?

The 2026 Land Rover Discovery Sport has a starting MSRP of $49,900, making it $5,150 more expensive than the Passport's $44,750. Furthermore, the Passport generates 39 more horsepower (285 hp vs. 246 hp).

Which vehicle is physically larger?

The 2026 Honda Passport is the larger vehicle in overall dimensions, measuring 191.5 inches in length and 73.1 inches in height. In contrast, the Discovery Sport is 180.9 inches long and 67.9 inches tall.