2026 Land Rover Discovery Sport: real cost in California
See the Discovery Sport on Land Rover's US site ↗US prices read 2026-11-09
Cheapest trim, Landmark · California · age 35–59 · 6 years · 13,500 mi a yearChange
Sticker$49,900the advertised price
Drive away$55,868with fees and tax
Loan payment$867/mo72-month loan at 7%, $5,000 down
True cost$1,619/moeverything, after resale
$55,868 to drive away + $83,495 to run it for 6 years − $22,811 back at resale = $116,552, or $1,619 a month.
Where the money goes
Drive away$55,868
Running it, 6 yrs+$83,495
Back at resale−$22,811
Sticker pricethe advertised MSRP
+$49,900Feesfreight $1,275 · doc fee $85 (typical)
+$1,360Sales and use tax, 8.99%California
+$4,608Fuel13,500 mi a year at 20 MPG
+$26,712Insuranceestimate, age 35–59, California
+$18,008Maintenanceestimate
+$12,211Lost return on your money5% a year on the down payment and each payment
+$11,654Loan interest7% over 72 months
+$11,574Title, registration and plates6 years in California, incl. 0.65% value tax a year
+$3,336Resale after 6 years46% of MSRP, you get this back
−$22,811True cost $116,552 ÷ 72 months$1,619 a month
The car
Size and space
BodySUV
Seats5from the Canadian version or the type
CargoNot published
Engine and fuel
Fuel economy20 MPGEPA combined
TowingNot published
Tires19"235/55R19
Safety and cover
Crash testNot rated yet
Resale at 6 years46% of MSRPaverage for its type
Every trim
All trims: 20 MPG, 5 seats.| Landmark | $49,900 | $55,868 | $116,552 | $1,619/mo |
Landmark
$1,619/mo
True cost
Features, trim by trim
Cheapest on the left. Each bar starts at the trim that adds it. + $ is the cheapest factory option or package that adds it (hover for its name).Feature
Landmark$49,900
Safety and driver assist
Automatic braking
✓ Every trim
Blind-spot monitor
✓ Every trim
Rear cross-traffic alert
✓ Every trim
Adaptive cruise
✓ Every trim
360° camera
✓ Every trim
Parking sensors
✓ Every trim
Comfort
Heated seats
✓ Every trim
Heated steering wheel
✓ Every trim
Heated rear seats
+ $900
Dual-zone climate
✓ Every trim
Convenience
Remote start
✓ Every trim
Power liftgate
✓ Every trim
Wireless phone charging
✓ Every trim
Power driver's seat
✓ Every trim
Memory seat
✓ Every trim
Tech and audio
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
✓ Every trim
Premium sound system
✓ Every trim
Head-up display
+ $950
Capability and looks
Tow hitch included
+ $650
Sunroof
✓ Every trim
Panoramic roof
✓ Every trim
LED headlights
✓ Every trim
Not listed on any trimLane centeringHands-free drivingCooled seatsMassaging seatsPush-button startWireless CarPlayBuilt-in navigationLarge touchscreen (12 in+)AWD or 4WD
Full standard equipment on the Landmark (69 items)
- 19" Style 5136, Gloss Dark Grey with Diamond Turned contrast
- Fixed panoramic roof
- LED headlights with signature DRL
- Front fog lights
- Meridian Sound System
- Sirius XM satellite radio and HD radio
- Ebony DuoLeather seats with Lunar Grey stitch
- Heated front seats
- Heated steering wheel
- 12-way driver and 10-way passenger electric driver memory front seats with 2-way manual headrests
- Keyless Entry
- 3D Surround Camera
- Metal treadplates with Landmark branding
- Auto High Beam Assist (AHBA)
- Heated rear window
- Rain sensing windshield wipers
- Front and rear recovery eyes
- ClearSight interior rear view mirror
- Heated, electric, power fold door mirrors with approach lights and auto-dimming driver side
- Emergency Braking
- Blind Spot Assist
- Lane Keep Assist
- Rear Traffic Monitor
- Traffic Sign Recognition and Adaptive Speed Limiter
- All Terrain Progress Control (ATPC)
- Terrain Response 2
- Driver Condition Monitor
- Front and Rear Parking Aid
- Adaptive Cruise Control
- Satin Chrome gearshift paddles
- Hill Launch Assist
- Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)
- Electronic Traction Control (ETC)
- Roll Stability Control (RSC)
- Hill Descent Control (HDC)
- Brake Hold
- Electric Parking Brake (EPB)
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
- Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
- Trailer Stability Assist (TSA)
- Carpet mats
- Two-zone Climate Control with second row vents and temperature control
- Fixed rear seats
- Bright metal pedals
- Cabin lighting
- Interactive Driver Display
- Standard seating configuration
- DuoLeather seats
- Powered tailgate / Trunk lid
- Wireless device charging
- Sunvisors with illuminated vanity mirrors
- Front and rear grab handles
- Cargo space light
- Cargo space cover
- Android Auto (subject to availability)
- Apple CarPlay (subject to availability)
- Remote
- Online Pack with Data Plan
- Pivi Pro (Connected)
- 11.4" Touchscreen
- 12V power socket(s)
- Bluetooth connectivity
- 2 USB charging ports in first row
- Row 2 USB x 2 & Row 3 USB x 1
- Reduced section steel spare wheel
- Garage Door Opener (HomeLink)
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
- Emergency Brake Assist
- Rear LATCH
Recalls
4 NHTSA recalls for 2024 to 2026 Discovery Sport models. Dealers fix them free; a new car should have them done before delivery. Ask the dealer to check the VIN.
Electrical system2024 · 23,677 vehicles
The DC-DC converter may malfunction due to an electrical overload that can occur during high power demand.Recall 26V599000 at NHTSA ↗Power train2025 · 293 vehicles
Moisture may have entered the gear shift module (GSM) during assembly, which can cause the gear shift position indicator light to fail.Recall 25V705000 at NHTSA ↗Back over prevention2024 · 180 vehicles
The Near Field Sensing Module (NFSM) may overheat and cause the 3D surround camera images, including the rearview camera image, not to display.Recall 24V678000 at NHTSA ↗Structure2024 · 47 vehicles
The lower A-pillar bolt on the right side may be improperly fastened, which can result in reduced structural strength of the body structure.Recall 24V163000 at NHTSA ↗Quick answers
- How much is a 2026 Discovery Sport in California?
- $55,868 to drive away for the Landmark, from a $49,900 sticker.
- What does it cost a month?
- A $867 loan payment, about $1,704 a month with insurance, fuel and upkeep ($5,000 down); about $1,619 a month all in, after resale.
- How much can it tow?
- The brand doesn't publish a towing capacity.
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US prices in US dollars from Land Rover's US website, read 2026-11-09; destination as the brand lists it. Taxes, registration and the dealer doc fee follow your state. Insurance and maintenance are estimates. How we count.