2025 Land Rover Discovery Sport vs. 2025 Toyota 4Runner Review

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2025 Land Rover
Discovery Sport

MSRP*: $48,900 to $53,100
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2025 Toyota
4Runner

MSRP*: $40,770 to $57,400
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MPG - City 19 MPG 19 - 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy 23 MPG 24 - 26 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 seats 5 - 7 seats
Cargo Space 60.0 ft3 Info not available
Engine
  • 246-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 278-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower 246 hp 278 hp
Towing Capacity 4,409 lbs 6,000 lbs
Exterior Length 180.9 in 194.9 in
Exterior Width 75.0 in 77.9 in
Leg Room Front 39.1 in
Rear 38.1 in
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Head Room Front 40.2 in
Rear 38.7 in
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*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

Convenience
The Toyota 4Runner 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 Land Rover Discovery Sport or the Toyota 4Runner, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
Since the Land Rover Discovery Sport is much slimmer than the Toyota 4Runner, 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 Toyota 4Runner.

Handling
The Land Rover Discovery Sport has the same turning radius as the Toyota 4Runner, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Toyota 4Runner is clearly the choice over the Land Rover Discovery Sport for pulling heavy loads. The Land Rover Discovery Sport has a little less horsepower than the Toyota 4Runner.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Land Rover Discovery Sport doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Toyota 4Runner.

Utility
The Land Rover Discovery Sport offers greater seating capacity than the Toyota 4Runner, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around.