Comparison - Land Rover Discovery Sport P250 S 2021 - vs - BMW X3 xDrive30e 2022

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Average Price: 
$
41,900
Updated: 
15 Mar 2021
$
46,695
Updated: 
16 Jul 2023
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
All Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive
Year: 
2021
2022
Total Seating: 
5
5
Transmission: 
9-speed Automatic
8-speed Shiftable Automatic
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
no
yes
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
4
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
17.70gals
17.20gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Santorini Black Metallic
#12140F
Fuji White
#FAFAFA
Carpathian Grey Premium Metallic
#3C3E44
Silicon Silver Premium Metallic
#9F9E9C
Hakuba Silver Metallic
#F7F7F7
Namib Orange Premium Metallic
#A24928
Eiger Grey Metallic
#BDBAAF
Portofino Blue Metallic
#414E69
Byron Blue Metallic
#989BA9
Firenze Red Metallic
#64191E
Yulong White Metallic
#D2D4D8

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

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

By: 
edmunds.com

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.

By: 
caranddriver.com

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

By: 
usnews.com

Pros
Things we like
Good electric/hybrid handover
Fuel and battery efficiency
Build quality
Not so much

Cons
Hefty price
Compromised load area
Under-servoed brakes
Paranoid parking assistance

By: 
whichcar.com.au

The X3 has never done BMW much credit, but the current one is a thorough enough job to take on the class best.

Pros
Good ride and handling,
fine engines,
well-finished cabin,
many high-tech options

Cons
Note that word 'options'. And the steering is a bit numb,
not helped by the thick steering wheel

By: 
topgear.com

PROS
Good power and response in hybrid mode
Premium styling and high-quality cabin
Plenty of space for adults front and rear

CONS
Not a lot of grunt in EV mode
Short real-world EV range
Battery packaging impedes on cargo space

By: 
carexpert.com.au

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Regular Unleaded
Premium Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
19.00mpg
21.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
23.00mpg
28.00mpg
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas
Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
16
16
Cylinders: 
4
Inline
4
Inline
Engine Size/Displacement: 
2.00L
2.00L
Torque: 
269ft-lbs
at 1 400rpm
258ft-lbs
at 1 450rpm
Horsepower: 
246hp
at 5 500rpm
248hp
at 5 200rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
38.70Feet
39.40Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
yes
yes
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
yes
yes
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
yes
Front view Camera: 
yes
no
Side view Camera: 
yes
no
On steering wheel: 
Transmission, Cruise And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel
Transmission, cruise and audio controls on steering wheel
More in Convenience: 
traffic-sign recognition
Leather Steering Wheel
Keyless Ignition
Universal Remote Transmitter (For Garage Door, Security System, Etc.)
Keyless ignition
Universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)
Leather steering wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
181.00in
185.90in
Width: 
75.00in
84.20in
Height: 
68.00in
66.00in
Ground Clearance: 
8.30in
8.00in
Front Track: 
63.80in
Rear Track: 
64.40in
Wheel Base: 
107.90in
112.80in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
39.50
41.10
Rear Head Room: 
38.70
38.50
Front Leg Room: 
39.10in
40.30in
Rear leg room: 
38.10in
36.40in
Front Shoulder Room: 
57.30in
57.60in
Rear Shoulder room: 
55.90in
56.00in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
62.70cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
4409lbs
4400lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
32.70cu.ft
28.70cu.ft
Angle of Approach: 
22.90degrees
23.10degrees
Angle of Departure: 
28.30degrees
21.40degrees
Curb Weight: 
4035.00lbs
4149.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
no
yes
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
yes
Compass: 
no
yes

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
4 One-Touch Power Windows
Heated Mirrors
4 one-touch power windows
Remote keyless power door locks
Heated mirrors
Reverse tilt passenger only provides curb view when vehicle in reverse

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
Bucket Front Seats
Height Adjustable Passenger Seat
8 -Way Power Passenger Seat
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
8 -Way Power Driver Seat
Passenger Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
Leather
Leatherette
Sport front seats
10-way power driver seat
Height adjustable driver seat
Driver seat thigh extension
2 memorized driver seat settings
10-way power passenger seat
Height adjustable passenger seat
Passenger seat thigh extension
Rear Seats Features: 
Folding center armrest
Rear Ventilation Ducts
Reclining Rear Seats
Split-Folding Rear Seatback
Folding center armrest
Reclining rear seats
Split-folding rear seatback

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Strut
Rear Suspension: 
Multi-Link
Suspension Info: 
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
yes
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror
Dual Zone Front Climate Control
Three zone climate control
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors
Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror
Rear ventilation ducts with fan control

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
Pivi Pro infotainment system
Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
Adjustable Speed Sensitive Volume Control
Diversity Antenna
80 Watts Stereo Output
Auxiliary Audio Input And USB With External Media Control
USB Connection
6 Total Speakers
12 total speakers
USB connection
Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control
12 months of provided satellite radio service
205 watts stereo output
USB connection

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
yes
yes
Rear defogger: 
yes
yes
More in Glass and Roof: 
Speed Sensitive Rain Detecting Variable Intermittent Wipers w/Heated Jets
Lip Spoiler
Power Liftgate Rear Cargo Access
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
18 X 8.0 In.
19 x 7.5 in
Wheels more: 
Null Tires
Temporary Spare Tire
Underbody Mounted Spare Tire
Run flat tires
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
235.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
60
Diameter: 
R18
Width: 
245.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
50
Diameter: 
R19

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
Ventilated Front Disc
Ventilated discs
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
Solid Rear Disc Brakes
Ventilated discs
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
no
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
no
yes
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
yes
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
4-Wheel ABS
Rear Center 3-Point Belt
Post-Collision Safety System
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests
Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
LED Headlamp
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
Blind spot and lane departure warnings accident avoidance system
Pre-collision safety system
Post-collision safety system
Rear center 3-point belt
Remote anti-theft alarm system

Options

Packages: 
Driver Assist Pack
Premium Rear Seat Convenience Pack
Family Pack
Hot Climate Pack
Convenience Pack
Premium Interior Protection / Storage Pack
21" Wheel Pack
Black Exterior Pack
Emergency Pack
Black Wheel Protection Pack
Premium Upgrade Interior Pack
Basic Rear Seat Convenience Pack
Technology Pack
Blind Spot Assist Pack
Basic Interior Protection / Storage Pack
Exterior Protection Pack
Dynamic Handling Pack
Cold Climate Pack
Chrome Wheel Protection Pack
Exterior Options: 
Premium LED Headlights W/Signature Daytime Running Lights
18" Full Size Spare Wheel
Tow Hitch Receiver
Black Roof Rails
20" 5 Split-Spoke Style 5076 Alloy Wheels W/Gloss Sparkle Silver Finish
21" Full Size Spare Wheel
Intelligent High Beam (Auto High Beam Assist)
Headlamp Powerwash
Fixed Side Step Pack
Front Fog Lamps
20" Full Size Spare Wheel
Automatic Headlamp Leveling
19" 10 Spoke Style 1039 Alloy Wheels W/Gloss Sparkle Silver Finish
19" 10 Spoke Style 1039 Alloy Wheels W/Satin Dark Grey Finish
20" 5 Split-Spoke Style 5076 Alloy Wheels W/Satin Dark Grey Finish
20" 5 Split-Spoke Style 5089 Gloss Dark Grey Alloy Wheels W/Contrast Diamond Turned Finish
18" 5 Spoke Style 5088 Alloy Wheels W/Gloss Black Finish
Powered Tailgate
Fixed Panoramic Roof
20" 5 Split-Spoke Style 5089 Alloy Wheels W/Gloss Silver Finish
20" 5 Split-Spoke Style 5089 Alloy Wheels W/Gloss Black Finish
21" 5 Spoke Style 5090 Gloss Dark Grey Alloy Wheels W/Contrast Diamond Turned Finish
19" Full Size Spare Wheel
Interior Options: 
Wireless Device Charging W/Phone Signal Booster
12-Way Power Front Seats W/Driver Side Memory And 2-Way Manual Headrests
Metal Treadplates W/Brand Name Script
12-Way Power Front Seats W/2-Way Manual Headrests
Suedecloth Steering Wheel
Satin Chrome Gearshift Paddles
Cooling Vents In Third Row
Meridian Sound System - 380 Watt
Ebony Morzine Headliner
Keyless Entry
Heated Second Row Seats W/Manual Slide And Recline
Wi-Fi Enabled W/Data Plan
Click And Go Integrated Base Unit
Manual Third Row Seats

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Light Oyster, leather
#FFFFFA
Acorn, leather
#BEB8A8
Light Oyster/Ebony, leatherette/sueded microfiber
#FFFFFA
Ebony, leather
#08090D
Ebony, leatherette/sueded microfiber
#08090D