The 2018 Land Rover Discovery ranked #11 in Luxury Midsize SUVs. Currently the Land Rover Discovery has a score of 8.4 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 10 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Exceptional off-road capabilities Potent powertrains Turbodiesel models get excellent fuel economy High-end, feature-filled, roomy cabin
Cons Subpar gas mileage with base engine
The 2018 Land Rover Discovery is a spacious three-row crossover with more capability than anything that doesn’t ride on tank tracks.
Pros Incredible capability Strong engines Impressive 8-speed automatics Spacious interior
Cons Contemporary shape on a classic name Tangled options that add up Lagging infotainment system No Apple CarPlay/Android Auto support
For 2018, the Land Rover Discovery comes standard with frontal collision mitigation with automatic emergency braking. Additionally, the Td6 diesel engine is now available on all three trim levels.The Land Rover Discovery has a relatively simple lineup of three trim levels, and we recommend the midlevel HSE.
PROS Smooth driving manners on the road Above-average capabilities off-road Interior is luxurious with excellent materials Clever features in terms of utility and technology
CONS Diesel engine option has little advantage over standard gas engine Touchscreen interface can be slow and difficult to operate
The 2018 Maserati Levante ranked #3 in Luxury Midsize SUVs. Currently the Maserati Levante has a score of 8.7 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 17 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Swift acceleration Incredible agility Smooth ride
Cons Poor gas mileage Less cargo space than nearly every rival Lower-rent cabin materials than competitors
After its introduction last year, the Levante gains a few updates for 2018. New standard features include blind-spot monitoring, front and rear parking sensors, and remote engine start, while electric power steering replaces the hydraulic setup from last year.
PROS Design differentiates it from the sea of look-alike crossovers Turbocharged V6 engine provides quick acceleration Suspension enhances ride comfort and handling around turns Highly customizable interior
CONS Comes up short on storage space Fuel economy lags that of other luxury SUVs Some downmarket buttons and switches
