The 2026 Land Rover Discovery Sport is a compact luxury SUV with a five-door body style. It provides seating for five passengers standard, or seven with the optional third-row seats. The vehicle measures 180.9 inches in length. Comparable models include the Audi Q5, BMW X3, and Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class. The 2026 model introduces the Landmark trim and discontinues previous options such as the SE and HSE, while retaining the existing platform. The powertrain features a turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-four engine that produces 246 horsepower and 269 lb-ft of torque, mated to a nine-speed automatic transmission and standard all-wheel drive.
The Pivi Pro infotainment system centers on an 11.4-inch curved touchscreen for navigation, media playback, and vehicle controls. It includes wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth connectivity for two phones, and a Meridian surround sound system. Driver assistance systems encompass adaptive cruise control, automatic emergency braking, lane-keeping assist, and blind-spot monitoring. Wireless smartphone mirroring is standard across trims. The My Land Rover app enables remote lock and unlock functions, climate preconditioning, geofencing alerts, and receives over-the-air updates for ongoing software enhancements.
What You're Really Signing Up For
- Collects audio, video, location, and personal identifiers by default.
- Sells and shares your data with partners for their own use.
- Requires accepting data-sharing terms to use connected features.
- Limited and cumbersome opt-out options.
Top Reported Issues
The most frequently mentioned problems by owners
InControl infotainment lag and crashes
The Pivi Pro infotainment system is the vehicle's touchscreen interface for navigation, media, and c...
Persistent oil warning lamp
The oil pressure warning lamp illuminates on the dashboard, signaling potential low oil or lubricati...
Collects Geolocation Data
The Land Rover Discovery Sport's connected systems, like InControl and Pivi Pro, collect geolocation...
False low coolant warnings
Dashboard icons alert drivers that the vehicle is low on coolant, even when levels are adequate. Thi...
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about the 2026 Land Rover Discovery Sport
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