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Land-Rover Discovery-Sport ReliabilityAll Years Ranked (2015–2025)

Side-by-side AutoScores, risk levels, and owner-cost projections for every Land-Rover Discovery-Sport we've analyzed. Identify the best years to buy, the ones to avoid, and the problems that follow the Discovery-Sport across generations.

Average AutoScore

68/100

Best Year

2020 Land-Rover Discovery-Sport

Score 72

Weakest Year

2015 Land-Rover Discovery-Sport

Score 58

Every Land-Rover Discovery-Sport Ranked

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72
2020 Land-Rover Discovery-SportMODERATEGrade C+

A stylish, capable premium compact SUV that demands a dedicated owner willing to proactively manage its inherent complexities.

Top risks: Electrical/Infotainment · Ingenium Engine (P250) · ZF 9-Speed Transmission

72
2021 Land-Rover Discovery-SportMODERATEGrade C-

A fashionable compact SUV offering luxury and mild adventure, but prepare for regular trips to the service department and a premium on repair costs.

Top risks: Electrical System & Infotainment · Powertrain Sensors & Minor Leaks · HVAC & Climate Control

72
2023 Land-Rover Discovery-SportMODERATEGrade C

A stylish, capable compact luxury SUV that demands a premium for its experience and patience for its quirks.

Top risks: Electrical System & Infotainment · Powertrain Software & Sensors · Engine Minor Leaks/Consumption

68
2016 Land-Rover Discovery-SportMODERATEGrade C+

A stylish, capable SUV, but its charming looks hide a propensity for costly mechanical and electrical headaches.

Top risks: Transmission (ZF 9HP) · Electrical Systems & Infotainment · Engine (2.0L Si4)

68
2017 Land-Rover Discovery-SportMODERATEGrade C+

A distinctively premium and adventurous compact SUV, but one that comes with a higher propensity for electrical and powertrain challenges requiring proactive ownership.

Top risks: Electrical System · Engine (Ingenium 2.0L) · Transmission (ZF 9HP)

68
2019 Land-Rover Discovery-SportMODERATEGrade C+

A tempting luxury compact SUV, but one that requires a vigilant owner to navigate its reliability quirks.

Top risks: Electrical System & Infotainment · Engine (Ingenium 2.0L) · ZF 9-Speed Automatic Transmission

68
2022 Land-Rover Discovery-SportMODERATEGrade C+

A stylish, capable SUV, but its underlying complexity and historical reliability trends make it a 'proceed with caution' purchase.

Top risks: Electrical & Infotainment · Engine (Ingenium 2.0L) · Transmission (ZF 9-speed auto)

68
2024 Land-Rover Discovery-SportMODERATEGrade C+

A stylish and capable compact luxury SUV, but be prepared for potential electrical gremlins and premium ownership costs.

Top risks: Electrical/Infotainment · Mild-Hybrid (MHEV) System · Engine Oil Leaks & Coolant Leaks

68
2025 Land-Rover Discovery-SportMODERATEGrade C+

A stylish and capable compact SUV that delivers luxury, but demands a premium for its upkeep and comes with the inherent risks of sophisticated British engineering.

Top risks: Electrical & Infotainment · Powertrain (MHEV System) · Suspension Components

65
2018 Land-Rover Discovery-SportMODERATEGrade C-

An attractive SUV with a premium feel, but be prepared for common electrical gremlins and potentially costly powertrain repairs.

Top risks: Electrical System & Infotainment · Engine (Ingenium 2.0L) · Transmission (ZF 9HP 9-speed)

58
2015 Land-Rover Discovery-SportMODERATEGrade C-

A stylish SUV that demands a significant ownership budget and tolerance for potential electrical and powertrain headaches.

Top risks: Powertrain (Engine & Transmission) · Electrical System · Cooling System

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Problems That Follow the Discovery-Sport Across Generations

Issues that appear in the top-3 risks across multiple model years — the cost of ownership you can actually predict.

Engine (Ingenium 2.0L)

Appears in 4 model years · 36% of generations

Electrical System & Infotainment

Appears in 4 model years · 36% of generations

Electrical System

Appears in 2 model years · 18% of generations

Transmission (ZF 9HP)

Appears in 2 model years · 18% of generations

Electrical/Infotainment

Appears in 2 model years · 18% of generations

Electrical & Infotainment

Appears in 2 model years · 18% of generations

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