BMW X3 vs Land Rover Discovery Sport
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Land Rover Discovery Sport
Overview
| Spec | BMW X330 xDrive | Land Rover Discovery SportP250 Landmark |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 30 xDrive | P250 Landmark |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed automatic |
| Engine type | mild hybrid | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW X330 xDrive | Land Rover Discovery SportP250 Landmark |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $51,300 | $49,900 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $11,795 (best) | $15,498 |
| Median listing price | $56,154 | $36,800 (best) |
| Highest listing price | $79,148 | $59,111 (best) |
| For sale now | 231 (best) | 21 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW X330 xDrive | Land Rover Discovery SportP250 Landmark |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 29 MPG (best) | 20 MPG |
| City MPG | 27 MPG (best) | 19 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 33 MPG (best) | 23 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 17.2 gal | 17.7 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | BMW X330 xDrive | Land Rover Discovery SportP250 Landmark |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 255 hp (best) | 246 hp |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft (best) | 269 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW X330 xDrive | Land Rover Discovery SportP250 Landmark |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 67.1 cu ft (best) | 32.4 cu ft |
| Towing capacity | — | 4,409 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 4,176 lbs | 4,035 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 8.5 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 112.8 in (best) | 107.9 in |
| Length | 187.2 in (best) | 180.9 in |
| Width | 75.6 in (best) | — |
| Height | 65.4 in | 67.9 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW X330 xDrive | Land Rover Discovery SportP250 Landmark |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 2 | None reported (best) |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | BMW X3 | Land Rover Discovery Sport |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 30 xDrive $51,300 MSRP(Currently comparing) | P250 Landmark $49,900 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | M50 xDrive $66,500 MSRP | — |
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BMW X3 vs Land Rover Discovery Sport FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 BMW X3 or 2026 Land Rover Discovery Sport?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 BMW X3 vs 2026 Land Rover Discovery Sport on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2026 BMW X3 or 2026 Land Rover Discovery Sport?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Land Rover Discovery Sport starts lower at $49,900. Live BMW X3 listings start at $11,795. Live Land Rover Discovery Sport listings start at $15,498.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 BMW X3 or 2026 Land Rover Discovery Sport?
- The 2026 Land Rover Discovery Sport leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (49,900).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 BMW X3 or 2026 Land Rover Discovery Sport?
- The 2026 BMW X3 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (29).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 BMW X3 or 2026 Land Rover Discovery Sport?
- The 2026 BMW X3 leads on horsepower in this comparison (393).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 BMW X3 or 2026 Land Rover Discovery Sport?
- The 2026 Land Rover Discovery Sport leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (4,409).
- How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2026 BMW X3 vs 2026 Land Rover Discovery Sport?
- NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: BMW X3 (4/5 NHTSA overall).