The 2021 Land Rover Discovery Sport comes with all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 9-speed automatic.New infotainment system with over-the-air update capability.Surround-view camera system is standard..Base and R Dynamic HSE trim levels dropped.
PROS Above-average off-road and all-weather capabilities Available third-row seating Plenty of passenger and cargo space Quiet and smooth ride
CONS Seats may be too big for smaller drivers More powerful engine upgrade no longer offered
The junior Discovery model receives Land Rover's new Pivi Pro infotainment system that launched on the 2020 Defender. The new system boasts a simplified menu structure as well as over-the-air update capability. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are now standard across the lineup. Buyers can augment the Discovery Sport's new infotainment system with the optional Online Pack package, which adds a Wi-Fi hotspot, embedded Spotify music service, and a wireless smartphone charging pad.
PROS Distinguished appearance, rugged off-road capability, roomy interior with optional third row.
CONS Sluggish turbo-four, thirsty for the go-juice, not as luxurious as its Land-Rover siblings.
New for the 2021 Land Rover Discovery Sport is Standard Pivi Pro infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay,Standard traffic sign recognition and surround-view parking camera system and Fewer trim levels.
PROS Great off-road capability User-friendly infotainment system Roomy cabin with cushy second-row seats
CONS Lackluster engine Unrefined ride Below-average fuel economy
For 2021, Jaguar gives the I-Pace a handful of improvements. The SUV now offers a complimentary 4G data plan, a 360-degree camera system, and wireless charging. The optional Bright package adds chrome exterior trim, Atlas Grey accents, and other minor styling changes. Inside, there's a new infotainment system that's said to be easier to operate than the one it replaces. Plus, it gains a feature that tells you where the nearest charging stations are and how long it should take to restore the battery.
PROS Quick and serene operation, graceful and engaging driving manners, branding and styling make a statement.
CONS Brake pedal has uneven feedback, underachieving range in the real world, sluggish 240-volt charging time.
The I-Pace won’t be for everyone, but hats off to Jaguar for making a car that steps boldly into the unknown, and shows those pesky Germans the way.
PROS Acceleration, interior space, big boot, brave exterior design
CONS Not cheap, better infotainment systems out there, claimed range is ambitious
PROS Genuinely innovative design Brings mainstream credibility to luxury EV market Responsive, accessible, seamless performance
CONS Lacklustre infotainment system Lack of 100kW charging infrastructure Intrusive stability control
