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Land Rover Discovery vs Mercedes-Benz ML320

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2026 Land Rover Discovery

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2009 Mercedes-Benz ML320

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Overview

SpecLand Rover DiscoveryP300 SMercedes-Benz ML320ML320 BlueTEC
Selected trimP300 SML320 BlueTEC
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainfour wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)diesel fuel
Transmission8-speed shiftable automatic7-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasdiesel
Model year20262009

Pricing & market

SpecLand Rover DiscoveryP300 SMercedes-Benz ML320ML320 BlueTEC
MSRP$60,200$48,600 (best)
Lowest listing price$15,990 (best)—
Median listing price$63,147 (best)—
Highest listing price$88,836 (best)—
For sale now46 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecLand Rover DiscoveryP300 SMercedes-Benz ML320ML320 BlueTEC
Combined MPG21 MPG (best)20 MPG
City MPG19 MPG (best)18 MPG
Highway MPG24 MPG24 MPG
Fuel tank23.8 gal25.1 gal (best)

Performance

SpecLand Rover DiscoveryP300 SMercedes-Benz ML320ML320 BlueTEC
Horsepower296 hp (best)210 hp
Torque295 lb-ft398 lb-ft (best)
Engine size2 L3 L (best)
CylindersI4V6

Size & capability

SpecLand Rover DiscoveryP300 SMercedes-Benz ML320ML320 BlueTEC
Seating7 seats (best)5 seats
Doors45 (best)
Cargo volume70.5 cu ft72.4 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity5,952 lbs7,200 lbs (best)
Curb weight4,845 lbs (best)4,974 lbs
Ground clearance8.2 in8.3 in (best)
Wheelbase115.1 in (best)114.7 in
Length195.1 in (best)188.5 in
Width—75.2 in (best)
Height74.3 in (best)71.5 in

Safety & recalls

SpecLand Rover DiscoveryP300 SMercedes-Benz ML320ML320 BlueTEC
Open recalls (YMM scope)1 (best)3

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.

TrimLand Rover DiscoveryMercedes-Benz ML320
1

P300 S

$60,200 MSRP(Currently comparing)

ML320 BlueTEC

$48,600 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

P300 Dynamic SE

$64,600 MSRP

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3

P360 Gemini Edition

$70,800 MSRP

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4

P360 Tempest Edition

$83,500 MSRP

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Live inventory

Land Rover Discovery vs Mercedes-Benz ML320 FAQ

Which is better: 2026 Land Rover Discovery or 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML320?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Land Rover Discovery vs 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML320 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2026 Land Rover Discovery or 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML320?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML320 starts lower at $48,600. Live Land Rover Discovery listings start at $15,990.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Land Rover Discovery or 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML320?
The 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML320 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (48,600).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2026 Land Rover Discovery or 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML320?
The 2026 Land Rover Discovery leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (21).
Which has better horsepower: 2026 Land Rover Discovery or 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML320?
The 2026 Land Rover Discovery leads on horsepower in this comparison (355).
Which has better seats: 2026 Land Rover Discovery or 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML320?
The 2026 Land Rover Discovery leads on seats in this comparison (7).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Land Rover Discovery or 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML320?
The 2026 Land Rover Discovery leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (8,200).