2024 Genesis GV70 vs. 2023 Land Rover Discovery Sport Review

Picture of the 2024 Genesis GV70

2024 Genesis
GV70

MSRP*: $45,150 to $57,750
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2023 Land Rover
Discovery Sport

MSRP*: $43,300 to $48,500
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MPG - City 18 - 19 MPG 19 MPG
MPG - Hwy 24 - 26 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 7 seats
Cargo Space 56.9 ft3 55.6 ft3
Engine
  • 300-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 375-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 246-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive
Horsepower 300 - 375 hp 246 hp
Towing Capacity 3,500 lbs 4,409 lbs
Exterior Length 185.6 in 181.0 in
Exterior Width 75.2 in 75.0 in
Leg Room Front 41.3 in
Rear 37.2 in
Front 39.1 in
Rear 38.1 in
Head Room Front 38.6 - 39.6 in
Rear 38.3 - 39.1 in
Front 39.5 in
Rear 38.7 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
The Genesis GV70 offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Land Rover Discovery Sport, with comparable head- and legroom. The Genesis GV70 will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Land Rover Discovery Sport.

Convenience
The Genesis GV70 requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Land Rover Discovery Sport, making it more convenient to drive.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Whether you pick the Genesis GV70 or the Land Rover Discovery Sport, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
The Genesis GV70 is about the same width as the Land Rover Discovery Sport. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Genesis GV70, which is slightly longer than the Land Rover Discovery Sport.

Handling
The Genesis GV70 has a smaller turning radius than the Land Rover Discovery Sport, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Land Rover Discovery Sport is clearly the choice over the Genesis GV70 for pulling heavy loads. The Genesis GV70 has a little more horsepower than the Land Rover Discovery Sport.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Genesis GV70 transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Land Rover Discovery Sport.

Utility
The Genesis GV70 has less seating than the Land Rover Discovery Sport, making the Land Rover Discovery Sport the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the Genesis GV70 as you will in the Land Rover Discovery Sport.