2022 Land Rover Defender vs. 2022 Land Rover Discovery

Date: June 30th, 2021

When choosing a Land Rover SUV, it can be difficult to decide between the 2022 Land Rover Defender and 2022 Land Rover Discovery. Both are beautiful vehicles with remarkable performance. However, slight differences in their performance may make one or the other better for your drives in Del Mar. Keep reading to learn more from Land Rover San Diego.

Land Rover Defender vs. Discovery: Starting Price & Fuel Economy

Compared to the rest of the luxury SUV market in the Rancho Santa Fe area, both the Defender and Discovery are affordably priced. Even so, you may notice that the Land Rover Defender is slightly more affordable than the Discovery. If you also decide to factor in fuel economy, the Defender uses slightly more fuel than the Discovery, making it a trade-off. Check the specifics below:

2022 DEFENDER VS. DISCOVERY: STARTING PRICE

• New 2022 Land Rover Defender Price – $47,700 MSRP*
• New 2022 Land Rover Discovery Price – $53,900 MSRP*

2022 DEFENDER VS. DISCOVERY: MPG

• 2022 Land Rover Defender MPG – 19 mpg combined**
• 2022 Land Rover Discovery MPG – 21 mpg combined**

Our finance team can help you analyze your budget and decide on a payment plan that works for you.

Land Rover Defender vs. Discovery: Interior Dimensions

With the Discovery model’s higher price, you also get standard third-row seating, which is only optional on the Defender. They also have slightly different interior dimensions, with the Discovery offering more cargo space and a slightly more spacious amount of legroom. If you plan on having more than five people in your vehicle, the Discovery may be worth the extra cost. Check the specifications here:

2022 LAND ROVER DEFENDER DIMENSIONS

• Maximum front/rear headroom with standard roof – 40.6 / 38.6 inches
• Maximum front/rear legroom – 39 / 36.6 inches
• 2022 Land Rover Defender Cargo Space – 58.3 cubic feet

2022 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY DIMENSIONS

• Maximum front/rear headroom with standard roof – 39.4 / 39.01 inches
• Maximum front/rear legroom – 39.1 / 37.4 / 33.5 inches
• 2022 Land Rover Discovery Cargo Space – 74.3 cubic feet

Land Rover Defender vs. Discovery: Performance Specifications

Land Rover SUVs are also known for their impressive performance. No matter what you want to tow around La Jolla, chances are you can tow it with a Land Rover. Check out their performance specifications here:

2022 LAND ROVER DEFENDER ENGINE SPECS

• Towing Capacity – 7,716 pounds
• Engine – 2.0L P300 i4

2022 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY ENGINE SPECS

• Towing Capacity – 6,613 pounds
• Engine – 2.0L P300 i4

Find Your Land Rover SUV at Land Rover San Diego

Come to our dealership in San Diego to see both of these SUVs in person. Contact us to arrange a test drive, and you’ll be able to get behind the wheel of each one and compare them yourself.