Land Rover Discovery vs. Volvo XC90
In comparing the Land Rover Discovery to the Volvo XC90, the Land Rover Discovery has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars and base engine power. The Volvo XC90 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, fuel efficiency and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Land Rover Discovery versus the Volvo XC90, the Volvo XC90 is a better car than the Land Rover Discovery.
Land Rover Discovery versus Volvo XC90 Pricing
A one- to five-year-old used Land Rover Discovery ranges from $39,996 to $70,775 while a used Volvo XC90 from the same model year range is priced between $45,236 to $64,885. For a new model, the Land Rover Discovery's price is between $60,348 and $80,665, with the Volvo XC90 priced between $53,530 and $72,862.
Land Rover Discovery versus Volvo XC90 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Land Rover Discovery is 8.0 out of 10 while the Volvo XC90's quality rating is 8.9 out of 10. This results in the Land Rover Discovery being ranked 11 out of 21 Best Luxury Midsize SUVs and the Volvo XC90 being ranked 1 out of 21. Out of 25 Best Luxury SUVs with 3 Rows, the Land Rover Discovery is ranked 25 and the Volvo XC90 is ranked 1. The Land Rover Discovery is also ranked 18 out of 67 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs while the Volvo XC90 is ranked 1 out of 67.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Land Rover Discovery’s base engine makes 296 horsepower, and the Volvo XC90 base engine makes 247 horsepower. The Discovery is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 524 miles. The XC90 is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 526 miles. Both models use premium unleaded.
Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison
The Land Rover Discovery has the advantage of offering higher ground clearance and payload capacity than the Volvo XC90.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$60,348 - $80,665
Used Asking Price:
$39,996 - $70,775
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
50.7%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$53,530 - $72,862
Used Asking Price:
$45,236 - $64,885
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
48.9%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.0 / 10
Reliability:
8.4 / 10
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.9 / 10
Reliability:
8.8 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
6 out of / 21Ranking
7 out of / 67Ranking
11 out of / 25Ranking
11 out of / 21Ranking
13 out of / 25Ranking
18 out of / 67iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 67Ranking
1 out of / 25Ranking
1 out of / 21Ranking
3 out of / 21Ranking
4 out of / 67Ranking
7 out of / 25Summary Review
Not yet available
Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Trim Levels
P360 HSE R-Dynamic, P300 S, P300 S R-Dynamic, P360 Metropolitan Edition, P360 S R-Dynamic
Trim Levels
B6 Core, B6 Plus Bright Theme 6P, B6 Plus Bright Theme 7P, B6 Ultimate Bright Theme 6P, B5 Core, B6 Ultimate Bright Theme 7P, B5 Plus Bright Theme
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
TOP SAFETY PICK +
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
296 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
Towing Capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
247 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Towing Capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 22 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
452 / 524 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 28 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
414 / 526 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40 inches
Front Leg Room:
39.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
39 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
59.5 inches
Cargo Space:
9.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
74.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.6 inches
Cargo Space:
15.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
85.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
119.6 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4865 lbs
Width:
87.4 inches
Height:
74.3 inches
Length:
195.1 inches
Wheelbase:
115.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
11.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4589 lbs
Width:
84.3 inches
Height:
69.9 inches
Length:
195 inches
Wheelbase:
117.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
255/55R20
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
235/55R19
