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2015 Land Rover Discovery Sport: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for 2015 is the vehicle itself: the Discovery Sport is an all-new compact SUV that replaces the LR2 and starts a new model line in the U.S. It combines standard AWD with a new touchscreen and optional 5+2 seating.
About the 2015 Land Rover Discovery Sport
1st generation, first U.S. model year; all-new model replacing the LR2.
Land Rover positions the Discovery Sport as a compact premium SUV for families who want everyday usefulness without giving up bad-weather and off-pavement ability. The emphasis is on a roomy, flexible cabin in a city-friendly size, plus true Land Rover traction hardware rather than just a luxury badge. Compared with rivals like the X3 and Q5, its key differentiators are its adventure-ready image, standard AWD capability, and available small third row.
The SE focuses on the essentials, including standard AWD, Terrain Response drive modes, an 8-inch touchscreen, and dual-zone climate control. HSE adds leather seating, a panoramic glass roof, power front seats with driver memory, and a powered tailgate. HSE LUX is the most upscale version, with richer leather, navigation, upgraded audio, and configurable cabin lighting.
What changed, by category
Structural
The all-new Discovery Sport replaces the LR2 as Land Rover's compact SUV and introduces a roomier cabin with optional 5+2 seating.
Powertrain
Every trim uses a 240-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, a nine-speed automatic transmission, standard AWD, and Terrain Response drive modes.
Tech
A new 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system is standard across the lineup.
2015 Land Rover Discovery Sport specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbochrgd, 2.0L | 4-Cyl, Turbochrgd, 2.0L | 4-Cyl, Turbochrgd, 2.0L |
| Transmission | Automatic, 9-Spd | Automatic, 9-Spd | Automatic, 9-Spd |
| Drivetrain | 4WD | 4WD | 4WD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 20 mpg | 20 mpg | 20 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 26 mpg | 26 mpg | 26 mpg |
| Horsepower | 240 hp | 240 hp | 240 hp |
| Torque | 250 lb-ft | 250 lb-ft | 250 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 4409 lb | 4409 lb | 4409 lb |
| Seats | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Headlights | |||
| Alarm System | |||
| Automatic High Beams | |||
| Blindspot Sensors | |||
| Lane Departure Warning | |||
| Park Assist | |||
| Rear View Camera | |||
| 360 Camera | |||
| Alloy Wheels | |||
| Fog Lights | |||
| HID Headlights | |||
| LED Headlights | |||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | |||
| Panorama Moon Roof | |||
| Power Liftgate/Trunk Release | |||
| Navigation System | |||
| Smartphone Interface | |||
| Subwoofer | |||
| Touch Screen Monitor | |||
| USB Ports | |||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | |||
| Cooled Seats | |||
| Cooled Rear Seats | |||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |||
| Heated Front Seats | |||
| Heated Steering Wheel | |||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | |||
| Leather Seats | |||
| Memory Front Seats | |||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||
| Push-Button Engine Start | |||
| Third Row Seat | |||
Frequently asked questions
Is 2015 the first year of the Land Rover Discovery Sport?
Yes. The 2015 Discovery Sport is the model's first U.S. year, and it replaces the Land Rover LR2 as an all-new compact SUV.
What engine does the 2015 Land Rover Discovery Sport have?
Every 2015 Discovery Sport has a 240-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine paired with a nine-speed automatic transmission.
Does every 2015 Land Rover Discovery Sport have AWD?
Yes. AWD is standard on every 2015 Discovery Sport, along with Terrain Response drive modes for different road and surface conditions.
Does the 2015 Land Rover Discovery Sport have a third row?
Some 2015 Discovery Sport examples have optional 5+2 seating, which adds two small seats behind the second row. It is a compact three-row layout rather than a full-size third row.
How do the 2015 Discovery Sport SE, HSE, and HSE LUX trims differ?
SE has the model's core AWD hardware, touchscreen, dual-zone climate control, and partial leather seating. HSE adds features such as full leather seating, a panoramic glass roof, power front seats with driver memory, and a powered tailgate. HSE LUX adds richer leather, navigation, upgraded audio, and configurable cabin lighting.
2015 Land Rover Discovery Sport Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2015 Land Rover Discovery Sport.
3.9
2015 Land Rover Discovery Sport
(89 reviews)
“The lack of flat storage when back seats are down is terrible, particularly because of the slope as the seats don't go flat. Very hard to see at night as windows tinted in back. Can't see what's on your side. Blind spot in front.”
“Vehicle disconnects my phone from Bluetooth randomly in the middle of calls. Keep having to reconnect the phone to the vehicle.”