2023 Land Rover Discovery Sport vs. 2024 Volkswagen Atlas Review

Picture of the 2023 Land Rover Discovery Sport

2023 Land Rover
Discovery Sport

MSRP*: $43,300 to $48,500
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Picture of the 2024 Volkswagen Atlas

2024 Volkswagen
Atlas

MSRP*: $37,995 to $52,890
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MPG - City 19 MPG 18 - 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy 23 MPG 24 - 27 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 seats 6 - 7 seats
Cargo Space 55.6 ft3 96.8 ft3
Engine
  • 246-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 269-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 246 hp 269 hp
Towing Capacity 4,409 lbs 2,000 - 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 181.0 in 200.7 in
Exterior Width 75.0 in 78.3 in
Leg Room Front 39.1 in
Rear 38.1 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 37.6 in
Head Room Front 39.5 in
Rear 38.7 in
Front 41.3 in
Rear 40.4 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
Passengers in the back seat may find themselves a little more cramped in the Land Rover Discovery Sport than the Volkswagen Atlas. The Volkswagen Atlas will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Land Rover Discovery Sport.

Convenience
The Volkswagen Atlas 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). The Land Rover Discovery Sport is somewhat more expensive than the Volkswagen Atlas.

Dimensions
Since the Land Rover Discovery Sport is much slimmer than the Volkswagen Atlas, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. If you go with the Land Rover Discovery Sport, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Volkswagen Atlas.

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

Performance
With the Volkswagen Atlas, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than with the Land Rover Discovery Sport. The Land Rover Discovery Sport has a little less horsepower than the Volkswagen Atlas.

Powertrain
With similar torque, the Land Rover Discovery Sport and the Volkswagen Atlas are about even in transmitting their respective horsepower to the wheels.

Utility
The Land Rover Discovery Sport offers greater seating capacity than the Volkswagen Atlas, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. The Land Rover Discovery Sport has significantly less cargo capacity than the Volkswagen Atlas.