# Land Rover Discovery specs and mpg by year

- **Latest year:** 2026
- **MPG (combined):** 19-21
- **Drive:** 4WD, AWD
- **Years covered:** 2015-2026

## Quick answer

The 2026 Land Rover Discovery is a midsize/large SUV rated at 19-21 mpg combined. Engines: 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 3.0L V6 turbo hybrid.

## Every 2026 Land Rover Discovery version

| Version | Engine | Drive | Transmission | City/Hwy | Combined | Fuel cost / year | CO2 |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Discovery | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | 4WD | Automatic | 19/24 | 21 mpg | $3,900 | 425 g/mi |
| Discovery Sport | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | AWD | Automatic | 19/23 | 20 mpg | $4,100 | 437 g/mi |
| Discovery MHEV | 3.0L V6 turbo hybrid | 4WD | Automatic | 17/23 | 19 mpg | $4,350 | 457 g/mi |

Each row is a version the EPA tested. Fuel cost assumes 15,000 miles a year (55% city) at national average prices; CO2 is tailpipe emissions.

## Land Rover Discovery specs by year

| Year | Engines | Transmission | Drive | MPG (combined) |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 2026 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 3.0L V6 turbo hybrid | Automatic | 4WD, AWD | 19-21 |
| 2025 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 3.0L V6 turbo hybrid | Automatic | 4WD, AWD | 19-21 |
| 2024 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 3.0L V6 turbo hybrid | Automatic | 4WD, AWD | 19-21 |
| 2023 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 3.0L V6 turbo hybrid | Automatic | 4WD, AWD | 20-22 |
| 2022 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 3.0L V6 hybrid | Automatic | 4WD, AWD | 20-21 |
| 2021 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 3.0L V6 turbo hybrid | Automatic | 4WD | 21 |
| 2020 | 3.0L V6 supercharged; 3.0L V6 turbo diesel; 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 2.0L 4-cyl turbo hybrid | Automatic | 4WD, AWD | 18-23 |
| 2019 | 3.0L V6 supercharged; 3.0L V6 turbo diesel; 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic | 4WD, AWD | 18-23 |
| 2018 | 3.0L V6 supercharged; 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 3.0L V6 turbo diesel | Automatic | 4WD, AWD | 18-23 |
| 2017 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 3.0L V6 supercharged; 3.0L V6 turbo diesel | Automatic | 4WD | 18-23 |
| 2016 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic | 4WD | 22 |
| 2015 | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic | 4WD | 22 |

EPA combined ratings. MPGe is the EPA efficiency measure for electric cars. Ranges cover every engine and drivetrain EPA tested for that year.

## How has the Discovery changed over the years?

- **2024:** combined mpg went from 20-22 to 19-21.
- **2023:** added 3.0L V6 turbo hybrid; dropped 3.0L V6 hybrid.
- **2022:** added 3.0L V6 hybrid; dropped 3.0L V6 turbo hybrid; AWD became available.
- **2021:** added 3.0L V6 turbo hybrid; dropped 3.0L V6 supercharged, 3.0L V6 turbo diesel and 2.0L 4-cyl turbo hybrid; AWD was dropped.
- **2020:** added 2.0L 4-cyl turbo hybrid.
- **2018:** AWD became available.
- **2017:** added 3.0L V6 supercharged and 3.0L V6 turbo diesel.

## What does it cost to run a Discovery?

The EPA puts the 2026 Land Rover Discovery's fuel cost at **$3,900-$4,350 a year**, against about $2,961 for other current midsize/large SUVs: roughly 39% more. Over five years at 15,000 miles a year that is about $20,625 in fuel.

## Discovery vs rivals

| Model | Powertrains | Fuel economy | Fuel cost / year |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Jeep Cherokee](/vehicles/jeep-cherokee) | Hybrid | 37 mpg | $1,800 |
| [Toyota Grand Highlander](/vehicles/toyota-grand-highlander) | Gas, Hybrid | 22-36 mpg | $1,850-$3,050 |
| [Toyota Highlander](/vehicles/toyota-highlander) | Gas, Hybrid | 24-35 mpg | $1,900-$2,800 |
| [Kia Telluride](/vehicles/kia-telluride) | Gas, Hybrid | 19-35 mpg | $1,900-$3,550 |
| [Hyundai Palisade](/vehicles/hyundai-palisade) | Gas, Hybrid | 19-34 mpg | $1,950-$3,550 |
| [Volvo XC90](/vehicles/volvo-xc90) | Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | 23-27 mpg | $3,050-$3,550 |
| [Lexus TX](/vehicles/lexus-tx) | Gas, Hybrid | 23-27 mpg | $3,050-$3,550 |
| [BMW X5](/vehicles/bmw-x5) | Hybrid, Plug-in hybrid | 15-26 mpg | $3,150-$5,500 |

Other current midsize/large SUVs from other makes, most efficient first.

## Frequently asked questions

### What mpg does the 2026 Land Rover Discovery get?

The 2026 Land Rover Discovery is EPA-rated at 19-21 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain. Real-world mileage varies with speed, climate and load.

### What engine does the 2026 Land Rover Discovery have?

The 2026 Land Rover Discovery comes with: 2.0L 4-cyl turbo; 3.0L V6 turbo hybrid. It uses automatic transmission and is offered with 4WD and AWD.

### Is there a hybrid Land Rover Discovery?

Yes. The Land Rover Discovery has been offered as a hybrid in some model years; the table above shows which.

### Which Land Rover Discovery year gets the best gas mileage?

In the EPA data, the 2020 Land Rover Discovery has the highest combined rating, up to 23 mpg. Ratings for the same model can change between years when engines or test procedures change.

### How much does it cost to fuel a 2026 Land Rover Discovery for a year?

About $3,900-$4,350 a year, using the EPA's assumptions of 15,000 miles (55% city, 45% highway) at national average fuel prices. Your cost depends on your local prices, mileage and driving style.

### What is the city and highway mpg of the 2026 Land Rover Discovery?

The most efficient 2026 version, the Discovery, is rated 19 mpg city and 24 mpg highway (21 combined). Other engines and drivetrains are rated lower; the versions table above lists each one.

### How much CO2 does the 2026 Land Rover Discovery emit?

EPA rates its tailpipe CO2 at 425-457 grams per mile depending on version. Lower is better; the cleanest gas cars sit under 250 g/mi and electric cars have none at the tailpipe.

### Does the 2026 Land Rover Discovery come with all-wheel drive?

Yes. The 2026 Land Rover Discovery is offered with 4WD and AWD. All- or four-wheel drive usually costs 1-3 mpg compared with the two-wheel-drive version of the same engine, as the versions table shows.

### Is the Land Rover Discovery cheap to run compared with other midsize/large SUVs?

No, dearer than average: its EPA annual fuel cost of $3,900-$4,350 compares with about $2,961 for other current midsize/large SUV models. Fuel is only part of running costs; insurance, tires and repairs also differ.

## Sources

- [fueleconomy.gov (US DOE and EPA)](https://www.fueleconomy.gov/)

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Updated: 2026-11-03
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