Head to head
Land Rover Discovery vs Land Rover Discovery (5th generation)
The Land Rover Discovery is a seven-seat suv. The Land Rover Discovery (5th generation) is a seven-seat 4x4.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Land Rover Discovery | Land Rover Discovery (5th generation) | |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5, 7, or commercial van versions | 7 |
| Engines | 3.0-litre V6 petrol, 3.0-litre I6 or 2.0-litre diesel | - |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic | - |
| Construction | aluminium unitary body, up to 480kg lighter than predecessor | - |
| D300 engine | - | 3.0 litre, 300hp diesel, all-wheel drive, automatic |
| Boot volume | - | 258 litres (all seats up) to 2406 litres (all seats down) |
Sources: Land Rover Discovery, Land Rover Discovery (5th generation). Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Discovery if...
Land Rover's mainstream seven-seat SUV, built for family and outdoor use with real off-road ability. Vendors sometimes list it under the separate 'Range Rover' name, though it is properly part of the Land Rover Discovery line.
Listed by
- Starr Luxury Cars - London
Buy or hire the Discovery (5th generation) if...
Land Rover's do-it-all seven-seat SUV, used by specialist hire firms for family trips, towing and rough-ground work alike. The D300 R-Dynamic HSE tested here is a well-equipped mid-range diesel spec.
Listed by
- Avis Prestige - London, South Kensington
Common questions
What is the difference between the Land Rover Discovery and the Land Rover Discovery (5th generation)?
The Land Rover Discovery is a seven-seat SUV; the Land Rover Discovery (5th generation) is a seven-seat 4x4.
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