Land Rover Discovery Sport car lease deals

Performance and features

The majority of Discovery Sport models are four-wheel drive, and the diesel is available with two-wheel drive to lower emissions and offer competitive fuel economy. A six-speed manual gearbox is standard on lower-spec models, or drivers can spring for the optional nine-speed automatic transmission to make the most of the Sport’s performance. Drivers can opt for clever adaptive dampers, or Adaptive Dynamics, or optional air suspension. The electronically assisted setup is precise, offering a confident drive and excellent visibility with a high-set driving position.

All four-wheel drive variants come with Terrain response that allows drivers to choose from a variety of drive modes automatically tailored to different surfaces, including Sand, Rock, Grass and Mud. The engine line-up kicks off with a 2-litre diesel with 150, 180 or 240bhp, while those who prefer petrol can choose between a 2-litre engine with either 200 or 250bhp. All but the 150bhp two-wheel drive diesel utilise a 48-volt mild hybrid system to provide electric-only driving at low speed, or there’s the plug-in P400e petrol hybrid model for eco-conscious drivers. With a claimed EV-only range of 31 miles, the P400e combines a 2-litre four-cylinder turbo petrol with an 85kW electric motor to propel the Sport from 0-62mph in 6.3 seconds.

Interior technology

Every Discovery Sport features an innovative 8-inch touchscreen as standard, with straightforward shortcut buttons making it easy to access the sat nav, DAB radio, audio streaming and hands-free Bluetooth. Drivers can also spring for an upgraded 10-inch system to benefit from additional connectivity and 11-speaker system. The driver-focused interior emphasises comfort with adjustable lumbar support and electronic seats as standard on higher-trim models, complemented by plush materials and brushed-metal trims. Discovery Sports benefit from rear parking sensors, optional blind spot monitoring and automatic parking systems to ensure a safe and reliable drive.