2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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For 2016, Land Rover continues with the all-new Discovery Sport that it introduced in 2015. This new vehicle seems to have many of the great attributes one would expect from the Land Rover and Range Rover lineups, but with a price tag that isn’t a punch line. The Discovery Sport is to be the first of a new line of premium Land Rover vehicles built for versatility rather than ultra-luxury and style. In other words, Land Rover is trying to reach down into the fat part of the market where more of us live.
The new 2016 Discovery Sport is about the size of the segment leader in sales, the Audi Q5--although a couple of inches shorter and almost half a foot wider. The vehicle has a distinctly Land Rover look from the side, bringing the Ford Explorer to mind as well. The rear quarter of the vehicle, viewed from either the side or from the rear, looks like the Range Rover Evoque, which is a high compliment: Land Rover is evidently trying to pull elements of the gorgeous Evoque for its models across the board. Up front, the smooth curved grille and aerodynamic styling is appealing and most definitely in keeping with the family resemblance. The 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport will likely be one of the more attractive vehicles in a segment defined by the conservative Q5 and the slightly smaller, if more stylish, Lexus RX 200t.
The added width will be welcomed by most, but will also mean some trouble parking in narrow spots. Interestingly, the Discovery Sport is not trying to “out-small” the entrenched segment leaders, and will even offer a compact third row of seats for short trips with the kids. This configuration was always the sensible option, but, sadly, most manufacturers now only offer either five seats or a full third-row. The “five-plus-two” is going to be a huge hit with families who only need the two extra seats for occasional carpooling around town.
The 2016 Discovery Sport's drivetrain sounds like exactly what the Range Rover Evoque has had for some time, which is further good news. The Ford-designed, Rover-built 2.0-liter four-cylinder turbo that produces about 240 hp will be coupled to a ZF-sourced nine-speed automatic transmission. We have previously driven this engine in the Ford Escape and Range Rover Evoque and found it up to the task--every other segment vehicle uses a similar setup. The EPA’s official estimate for the vehicle, which has standard all-wheel drive, is 20 mpg city/26 highway/22 combined, trailing the Lexus NX 200t by 2 mpg combined, and the Audi Q5 by 1 mpg. Our guess is that every family in America would be willing to make that trade to get the extra space and third-row jump seats. For those childless singles or couples that are looking for a more sporty compact ride, the Evoque will be the better choice.
Inside, the 2016 Discovery Sport offers the clean, uncluttered dash now characteristic of a Land Rover. The large glass roof adds natural light. Seating and trim are customizable, and seat leather comes in various colors and unique textures. Overall, there are three trim levels. The entry-level SE will start at about $39,000 and includes leather seating. Add third-row seating, heated seats, and navigation and the price rises to about $43,000. The HSE trim adds a panoramic roof, Xenon headlights, foglamps, passive entry, and a power tailgate, and starts at about $43,000. Adding in climate controlled seats, forward collision prevention, and third-row seating bumps the price to about $47,000. Finally, the HSE Luxury starts at about $47,000 and includes navigation. Adding a third-row seat, climate-controlled seats and FCP boosts prices to about $51,000.
The current generation Discovery Sport has not been rated by IIHS. However, given its size and the available forward-collision prevention and autonomous braking, it seems fair to say the Discovery Sport promises to be competitive where safety is concerned.
Those looking for a premium crossover with an optional third-row jump seat, a name that epitomizes off-road prowess and luxury, and a look they won’t see in every parking spot at the local Starbucks would do well to give the 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport a closer look.
User reviews for 2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport
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by Aaron S
Dec 31, 2023
Great car but Im looking for between 2010 and 2015 great prices Dec 31, 2023
by Adrian H
Nov 14, 2023
roomy,good on gas,fun to drive,no issues what so ever Nov 14, 2023
by Richard J
Jun 28, 2023
I have owed it for about a week now and Im discovering new features daily. (No pun intended) It drives great, handles nicely on curves, and has very good acceleration. I had an Explorer and wanted to downsize. This fit that perfectly and still gives me the 4x4 capability I need in my job sometimes. This has made me a fan of Land Rovers! I keep here about the cost of repairs, but know if you keep up with the maintenance schedule those can be minimized. Jun 28, 2023
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by Aaron S
Dec 31, 2023
Great car but Im looking for between 2010 and 2015 great prices Dec 31, 2023
by Adrian H
Nov 14, 2023
roomy,good on gas,fun to drive,no issues what so ever Nov 14, 2023
by Richard J
Jun 28, 2023
I have owed it for about a week now and Im discovering new features daily. (No pun intended) It drives great, handles nicely on curves, and has very good acceleration. I had an Explorer and wanted to downsize. This fit that perfectly and still gives me the 4x4 capability I need in my job sometimes. This has made me a fan of Land Rovers! I keep here about the cost of repairs, but know if you keep up with the maintenance schedule those can be minimized. Jun 28, 2023
by Chanel D
May 09, 2023
The car is everything I wanted! My dream car is a Range Rover and this is the next best thing! May 09, 2023
by Rickey H
Mar 18, 2023
Once I have a bump on it and the back is bumped the price is too high. Its low mountains but you have to get that stuff fixed when I get itMar 18, 2023
by Anonymous
Jul 09, 2022
Very nice and luxury vehicle!! Very satisfied with my purchase. The only con is the quality of the screen isn’t the best. Jul 09, 2022
by Tomeka E
Sep 21, 2021
Great car reasonably priced. Easy to handle and a fantastic view from the panoramic sunroof.Sep 21, 2021
by Brenda M
Apr 04, 2021
It was a nice car
However it was too far for me to go to test drive Apr 04, 2021
by Carina G
Mar 13, 2021
Great value, great condition and couldn’t ask for anything betterMar 13, 2021
by Mike S
Nov 27, 2020
very nice vehicle handles great and comfortable now well just see how the milage goes. Nov 27, 2020
by Shanna Z
Oct 27, 2020
The car is a great value and the process was seamless! The only issue we have is the car has a problem with the door but the dealership is setting us up with an appointment to have them fix it. I will definitely use CarGurus for our next vehicle purchase. Oct 27, 2020
by Anonymous
Sep 27, 2020
Didn’t like the exterior colors and rim not my style Sep 27, 2020
by Andrew N
Sep 24, 2020
The car drives smoothly. I’d look at another one. Sep 24, 2020
by Steve D
Mar 11, 2020
We love it, however it has way too many options...we have a lot to learn.Mar 11, 2020
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2016 Land Rover Discovery Sport Pricing
Original MSRP
$37,455 to $45,955Price range
$10,981 to $12,162Average price on CG
$10,981YoY price change
$12,015 to $10,981Trims & specs
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Driver knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: element · Auxiliary audio input: jack · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Total Number of Speakers: 10 · 190 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 12.8 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.8 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center folding with storage · Center console trim: aluminium · Dash Trim: Leatherette · Door trim: leatherette · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: aluminum · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Assist handle: rear · Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: rear · Multi-function remote: trunk release · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: paddle shifter · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Power adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.75
Engine
Battery: maintenance-free
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black surround · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Rocker panel color: black · Window trim: black
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment: InControl · Infotainment screen size: 8 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: auto delay off · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night
Passenger Seat
Power adjustments: 8
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Impact sensor: fuel cut-off · Parking sensors: rear · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: leather-trimmed
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Stability and Traction
Traction control: with trailer stability control
Steering
Turns lock-to-lock: 2.4
Suspension
Driver Adjustable Suspension: ride control · Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Telematics
Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Towing and Hauling
Tow hooks: front
Wheels
Wheel spokes: 9
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Laminated glass: infrared-reflecting · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: remote operation · Rear wiper: with washer
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Driver knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: element · Bluetooth auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Total Number of Speakers: 10 · 190 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 12.8 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.8 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center folding with storage · Center console trim: aluminium · Dash Trim: Leatherette · Door trim: leatherette · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: aluminum · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Assist handle: front · Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: side mirrors · Multi-function remote: proximity entry system · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: phone · Storage: sunglasses holder · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Drivetrain
4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.75
Engine
Battery: maintenance-free
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Rocker panel color: black · Window trim: black
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment: InControl · Infotainment screen size: 8 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: Auto on/off · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: reverse gear tilt
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Roof
Moonroof / Sunroof: power sunshade · Sunroof: panoramic
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Impact sensor: door unlock · Parking sensors: front · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: leather
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Stability and Traction
Traction control: with trailer stability control
Steering
Turns lock-to-lock: 2.4
Suspension
Driver Adjustable Suspension: ride control · Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics
Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Towing and Hauling
Tow hooks: rear
Wheels
Wheel spokes: 5
Windows
Front wipers: rain sensing · Laminated glass: infrared-reflecting · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear wiper: with washer
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Driver knee airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Voice recognition audio system · Bluetooth auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · HD radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 10 · 250 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 12.8 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.8 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center folding with storage · Center console trim: aluminium · Dash Trim: Leatherette · Door sill trim: aluminum · Door trim: leatherette · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: aluminum · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Ambient lighting: color-adjustable · Assist handle: front · Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: side mirrors · Multi-function remote: keyless entry with panic alarm · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: rear · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: front seatback · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Drivetrain
4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.75
Engine
Battery: maintenance-free
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Rocker panel color: black · Window trim: black
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment: InControl · Infotainment screen size: 8 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: HID · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Passenger Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 10
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Roof
Moonroof / Sunroof: power sunshade · Sunroof: panoramic
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Impact sensor: door unlock · Parking sensors: rear · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: leather
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Stability and Traction
Traction control: with trailer stability control
Steering
Turns lock-to-lock: 2.4
Suspension
Driver Adjustable Suspension: ride control · Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear
Telematics
Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: polished aluminum
Towing and Hauling
Tow hooks: rear
Wheels
Wheel spokes: 9
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Laminated glass: infrared-reflecting · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: remote operation · Rear wiper: variable intermittent