Head to head
Land Rover Defender 90 vs Land Rover Discovery Sport
The Land Rover Defender 90 is a short-wheelbase off-road 4x4. The Land Rover Discovery Sport is a compact 7-seat suv, also offered as a plug-in hybrid (p300e/p270e).
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Land Rover Defender 90 | Land Rover Discovery Sport | |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | up to 6 | 7 |
| Body | 3-door, short wheelbase | - |
| PHEV power | - | 269bhp (P270e variant) |
| PHEV electric range | - | 36 miles |
| Boot space | - | 115-963 litres (seats up) / 1,451-1,574 litres (seats down) |
Sources: Land Rover Defender 90, Land Rover Discovery Sport. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Defender 90 if...
The smallest and most compact Defender body, aimed at buyers wanting real off-road capability without the length of the 110 or 130. It is used commercially as a rugged utility vehicle as much as a leisure 4x4.
Listed by
- Plant and Commercial Sales Limited - Leeds, Holbeck
Buy or hire the Discovery Sport if...
A compact SUV hired where three rows of seats are needed but a full-size Defender or Discovery would be overkill. The plug-in hybrid version adds a useful electric-only range for low-emission zone driving.
Full Discovery Sport specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Land Rover Defender 90 and the Land Rover Discovery Sport?
The Land Rover Defender 90 is a short-wheelbase off-road 4x4; the Land Rover Discovery Sport is a compact 7-seat SUV, also offered as a plug-in hybrid (P300e/P270e).
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