“I would NOT recommend a 2020 Land Rover Discovery Sport to anyone. I have had this vehicle for less than 4 months and it has been in for service repairs for approximately a month or more of that time and the problem still is not corrected.”
2020 Land Rover Discovery Sport: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for the 2020 Land Rover Discovery Sport is a major mid-cycle overhaul built around Land Rover’s Premium Transverse Architecture. It also gets refreshed styling, a redesigned cabin, more standard technology, and a more flexible second row.
About the 2020 Land Rover Discovery Sport
1st generation Discovery Sport (2015-2024), major 2020 redesign/facelift on Land Rover’s Premium Transverse Architecture.
Land Rover positions the Discovery Sport as its compact family SUV: smaller and easier to live with than the full-size Discovery, but still built around real all-weather and off-pavement ability. The model’s core appeal is versatility, with a roomy cabin, flexible seating layout, useful cargo space, and more trail-ready hardware than most luxury compact SUV rivals. In Land Rover’s own messaging, it is the brand’s family-friendly premium compact SUV that blends everyday comfort, modern tech, and genuine capability.
The 2020 lineup runs from the straightforward Standard trim to the more luxurious HSE R-Dynamic, with every version using a turbocharged 2.0-liter gas engine, a nine-speed automatic, and AWD. The SE adds useful upgrades such as a digital instrument cluster and power tailgate, while R-Dynamic trims bring darker exterior details and a sportier-looking cabin. At the top, the HSE R-Dynamic has Windsor leather, Meridian audio, adaptive cruise control, and a camera-based rearview mirror.
What changed, by category
Structural
Land Rover moved the Discovery Sport to its Premium Transverse Architecture. The second row was redesigned with a 40:20:40 split and seats that slide and recline.
Styling
The front and rear were refreshed with a revised grille and full-LED exterior lighting, while the cabin received a broader redesign.
Tech
A 10-inch touchscreen became standard across the lineup. Navigation and satellite radio also changed from optional to standard equipment.
Safety
Terrain Response 2 became standard, and blind-spot sensors changed from optional to standard across the lineup.
2020 Land Rover Discovery Sport specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbocharged, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbocharged, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbocharged, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbocharged, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbocharged, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbocharged, 2.0 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 9-Spd | Automatic, 9-Spd | Automatic, 9-Spd | Automatic, 9-Spd | Automatic, 9-Spd | Automatic, 9-Spd |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 19 mpg | 19 mpg | 19 mpg | 19 mpg | 19 mpg | 19 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 24 mpg | 24 mpg | 24 mpg | 24 mpg | 24 mpg | 24 mpg |
| Horsepower | 246 hp | 246 hp | 246 hp | 246 hp | 246 hp | 296 hp |
| Torque | 269 lb-ft | 269 lb-ft | 269 lb-ft | 269 lb-ft | 269 lb-ft | 295 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 4409 lb | 4409 lb | 4409 lb | 4409 lb | 4409 lb | 4409 lb |
| Rear Legroom | 25.6 in | 25.6 in | 25.6 in | 25.6 in | 25.6 in | 38.1 in |
| Seats | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
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| Rear View Camera | ||||||
| 360 Camera | ||||||
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| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | ||||||
| Fog Lights | ||||||
| LED Headlights | ||||||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | ||||||
| Panorama Moon Roof | ||||||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | ||||||
| Power Liftgate/Trunk Release | ||||||
| Roof Rails | ||||||
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| Premium Audio | ||||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||||
| Subwoofer | ||||||
| Cooled Seats | ||||||
| Dual Power Front Seats | ||||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||||
| Heated Steering Wheel | ||||||
| Leather Seats | ||||||
| Massage Front Seat | ||||||
| Memory Front Seats | ||||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||||
| Third Row Seat | ||||||
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2020 Land Rover Discovery Sport a major update over the 2019 model?
Yes. The 2020 Discovery Sport received a major mid-cycle overhaul with a different underlying vehicle platform, refreshed front and rear styling, a redesigned cabin, and upgraded standard technology.
Does every 2020 Discovery Sport have the 10-inch touchscreen?
Yes. A 10-inch touchscreen became standard across the 2020 Discovery Sport lineup as part of the redesigned interior.
How did the Discovery Sport trim lineup change for 2020?
The Standard and S R-Dynamic trims joined the lineup, while the Landmark Edition and HSE Luxury were dropped. The HSE continued as HSE R-Dynamic, HSE Dynamic became S, and HSE Luxury Dynamic became SE R-Dynamic.
What changed about the rear seat in the 2020 Discovery Sport?
The second row became more flexible for 2020. It has a 40:20:40 split, and the seats slide and recline to help balance passenger room and cargo space.
What engine and drivetrain does the 2020 Discovery Sport use?
Every 2020 Discovery Sport trim covered here has a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder gas engine, a nine-speed automatic transmission, and AWD.
2020 Land Rover Discovery Sport Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2020 Land Rover Discovery Sport.
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2020 Land Rover Discovery Sport
(229 reviews)
“Landrover Discovery Sports is a great and fun to drive vehicle if someone don't mind fuel economy (19/20 city/highway).”
“This is an amazing drive, responded to terrains that were in different [Name] smoothly. Powerful, roomy for the gear on trips. Tech is the name of this model great ride!!!!”