Land Rover Discovery Sport 2015-2020 vs Volvo XC40

Last Updated: October 16, 2026

Volvo XC40 price starts at Rs. 46.40 Lakh, which is Rs. 14.72 Lakh cheaper than the base variant of Land Rover Discovery Sport 2015-2020, priced at Rs. 61.12 Lakh. In terms of mileage, the Discovery Sport 2015-2020 offers a claimed 12.97 kmpl, while the XC40 delivers 12.18 kmpl. On the performance front, the Discovery Sport 2015-2020 uses a 1999cc engine producing 177bhp@4000rpm and the XC40 a 1969cc engine producing 197bhp. If you're deciding between the Discovery Sport 2015-2020 and XC40, the Discovery Sport 2015-2020 is the better pick for mileage and top speed, while the XC40 stands out for affordability and performance.

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Discovery Sport 2015-2020 vs XC40 Comparison Summary

Specification Land Rover Discovery Sport 2015-2020Volvo XC40
Ex-showroom price (base) Rs. 61.12 LakhRs. 46.40 Lakh
Mileage 12.97 kmpl12.18 kmpl
Engine 1999 cc1969 cc
Max power 177bhp@4000rpm197bhp
Top speed 188180 Km/h

Discovery Sport 2015-2020 vs XC40 Key Highlights

Basic Info Land Rover Discovery Sport 2015-2020 TD4 HSE LuxuryVolvo XC40 B4 Ultimate
Rating
3 reviews
32 reviews
Brand Name Land Rover Volvo
Ex-Showroom Price Rs. 61.12 Lakh Rs. To Be Announced
Engine Displacement 1999 cc 1969 cc
Body Type SUVAll SUV Cars SUVAll SUV Cars
Max Power 177bhp@4000rpm 197bhp
No Of Cylinders 4 4
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Gearbox 9 Speed 8-speed
Drive Type 4WD AWD
Fuel Type Diesel Petrol
Mileage (ARAI) 12.97 kmpl 12.18 Kmpl
Tyre Size Not Available 235/55 R18
Boot Space 194-litres 452 Liters
Steering Mounted Audio Control Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Airbags Driver, Passenger, Side Front and Side Rear Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Insurance Not Available Not Available
Brochure N/A N/A

Engine Type
SD4 Diesel Engine
Not Available
Engine Displacement
1999 cc
1969 cc
Battery Capacity
Not Available
48V
Max Power
177bhp@4000rpm
197bhp
Max Torque
430nm@1750-2500rpm
300Nm
Emission Norm Compliance
Not Available
BS VI 2.0
No Of Cylinders
4
4
Transmission
Automatic
Automatic
Gearbox
9 Speed
8-speed
Valves Per Cylinder
Not Available
4
Drive Type
4WD
AWD
Paddle Shift
No
Not Available
Kerb Weight
Not Available
1668 Kg
Mild Hybrid
Not Available
Yes
Fast Charging
Not Available
No

Fuel Type
Diesel
Petrol
0-100 kmph
10.3 Seconds
Not Available
Fuel Capacity
65 Liters
Not Available
Top Speed
188
180 Km/h
Mileage (ARAI)
12.97 kmpl
12.18 Kmpl

Suspension Front
MacPherson Strut
Not Available
Suspension Rear
Integral Coil Spring
Not Available
Brakes Front
Disc
Disc
Brakes Rear
Disc
Disc
Steering Type
Power
Electric
Minimum Turning Radius
5.8 metres
Not Available
Tyre Size
Not Available
235/55 R18
Alloy Wheel Size
18 Inch
18
Tyre Type
Tubeless Tyres
Tubeless, Radial

Dual Tone Dashboard
No
Not Available
Ventilated Seats
No
Not Available
Additional Interior Features
Centre Stack Side Rails Satin Brushed Aluminium, Illuminated Aluminium Tread Plates, Premium Carpet Mats, Configurable Interior Mood Lighting
Air Purifier with PM 2.5-sensor,Alarm with interior movement sensor, Instrument cluster with 31.24 cms (12.3 inch) display,Driftwood decor inlays,Illuminated vanity mirror in sun visors, both sides, Crystal gear level knob, Carpet kit, textile, Interior illumination high level,Glove box Curry Hook, Waste Bin In Front Of Armrest
Leather Seats
Yes
Yes
Rear Seat Headrest
Yes
Not Available
Seating Capacity
7
5
Doors
5
5
Boot Space
194-litres
452 Liters

Alloy Wheels
Yes
Yes
Trunk Opener
Remote
Remote
Additional Exterior Features
Contrast Roof, Power Adjusted Heated Power fold Exterior Mirrors with Memory
Automatically dimmed inner & exterior rear view mirror, Front tread plates, metal Volvo, Glossy black integrated roof rails,R-design grille,Glossy black decor side window,Black rear view mirror covers, EBL, Flashing Brake Light and Hazard Warning, Dual Integrated tail pipes, Glossy black skid plates, Front & Rear
Rain Sensing Wiper
Not Available
Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror
Yes
Yes
Turn Indicator in ORVM
No
Yes
Xenon Headlights
Yes
Not Available
Trunk Light
No
Yes
Rear Spoiler
Yes
Yes
Antenna
No
Not Available
Roof Rails
No
Yes
Length*Width*Height
4600*2173*1690
4440*1863*1652 mm3
Wheelbase
2741mm
Not Available
Ground Clearance (Unladen)
212mm
Not Available

In Car Entertainment (Audio)
Meridian Digital Surround Sound System, 825 W 17 Speakers, 10) Colour Touchscreen Pro Services and Wi-Fi Hotspot1, InControl Touch Pro Navigation, InControl Apps, 1st Row 1 x USB with Charging Located in IP Shelf, Rear Seat Entertainment 20.32 cm,
Not Available
Connectivity
Not Available
,Android Auto,Apple CarPlay,
Addtional Comfort Features
All Terrain Progress Report, Spare Wheel, Speed Limiter, Park Assist
CleanZone (Air Quality System), Key Remote control High Level, Leather upholstery with comfort seat padding, Power adjustale passenger seat, 4-way power adjustable lumbar support, Mech. cushion extension, front seats,Fixed rear headrests, Adaptive Cruise Control, Collision mitigation support, Lane Keeping Aid, Blind spot Information System with Cross traffic alert,Drive mode glass button in CSD, Whiplash protection, front seats, Personal settings Steering
USB Charger
Front
Not Available
Central Control Armrest
Available
With Storage
Tailgate Ajar Warning
No
Yes
Gear Shift Indicator
No
Yes
Rear Curtain
Available
Not Available
Luggage Hook and Net
No
Yes
Battery Saver
No
Yes
Lane Change Indicator
No
Not Available
Additional Entertainment Features
Pro Services & Wi-Fi Hotspot, InControl Apps
Harman Kardon Premium Sound, 2 USB & Bluetooth connection, Speech function, Apple Carplay (iPhone with wire), Digital Service package, Volvo cars app, Android powered infotainment system including google services
Smart Entry
No
Not Available
Massage Seats
Not Available
Not Available
Memory Functions For Seat
Front
Front
One Touch Operating Power Windows
Not Available
Driver's Window
Autonomous Parking
Not Available
Not Available
Drive Modes
No
Not Available
Internal Storage
No
Not Available
No of Speakers
17
14
Rear Entertainment System
No
Not Available
AC
Yes
Yes
Rear AC Ducts
Yes
Yes
Heater
Yes
Yes
Power Steering
Yes
Yes
Steering Column
Tilt Steering
Not Available
Steering Mounted Audio Control
Yes
Yes
Cruise Control
Yes
Yes
Power Windows ( Front / Rear )
Front and Rear
Front and Rear
Adjustable Driver Seat
Yes
Yes
Heated Seat Front
No
No
Heated Seats Rear
No
No
Touchscreen Size
Not Available
9
Adjustable Front Passenger Seat
Yes
Yes
Lumbar Support
Yes
Yes
Folding Rear Seat
60:40 Split
Not Available
Tachometer
Yes
Yes
Dual Trip Meter
Yes
Yes
Low Fuel Warning Lamp
Yes
Yes
Clock
Yes
Yes
Seat Belt Warning
Yes
Yes
Push Ignition
No
Yes
AM/FM Radio
Yes
Yes
USB Auxiliary Input
Yes
Yes
DVD Playback
Yes
Not Available
Touch-screen Display
Yes
Yes
GPS Navigation System
Yes
Yes
Speakers Front
Yes
Yes
Speakers Rear
Yes
Yes
Automatic Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Auto Rain Sensing Wipers
Yes
Yes
Follow me home headlamps
No
Yes
Adjustable Headlamps
Yes
Yes
Parking Sensors
Front & Rear
Front & Rear
Remote Operated Fuel Tank Lid
Yes
Yes
Front Cupholders
Yes
Yes
Door Pockets
Front & Rear Door
Not Available
12V Power Outlets
Yes
Yes
Cigarette Lighter
Yes
Not Available
Bottle Holder
Front & Rear Door
Not Available
Sunroof
No
Yes
Moon Roof
Yes
Yes

Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
No
Yes
Knee Airbags
Yes
Not Available
ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts
Yes
Yes
Heads-Up Display (HUD)
No
Not Available
Day/Night Rearview Mirror
No
Yes
Blind Spot Monitor
No
Not Available
Hill Descent Control
No
Yes
Hill Assist
Yes
Yes
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock
No
Yes
360 View Camera
No
Not Available
Crash Sensor
Not Available
Yes
Airbags
Driver, Passenger, Side Front and Side Rear
Driver, Passenger and Side Front
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
Not Available
Yes
Seat Belts
Yes
Yes
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Yes
Yes
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)
Yes
Yes
No of Airbags
Not Available
8
Brake Assist (BA)
Yes
Yes
Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
No
Not Available
Traction Control System (TCS)
Yes
Not Available
Engine Immobilizer
Yes
Yes
Central Locking
Yes
Yes
Advance Safety Features
Not Available
Inclination sensor for alarm, Central lock switch with diode in front doors, Tempered glass, side & rear windows, SIPS airbags, Inflatable curtains, Cut-off Switch Passenger Airbag
Child Safety Lock
Yes
Yes
Fog Lamps (Front / Rear )
Front
Not Available
Rear Wash Wiper
Yes
Yes
Rear Defogger
Yes
Yes

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Recently Asked User Questions

Q. Want to have Land Rover 7 seater confused whether diesel or patrol variant. - Discovery Sport?
  • Petrol
  • It is very much a personal choice. I prefer Diesel motors because of high torque.
Q. Which car is best Range Rover or Discovery?
  • DISCOVERY IS MUCH BETTER PROVIDES SORROUND MERIDIAN SYSTEM AND IT ALSO STONG LOOKING AND DECNT LOOKING CAR.. IT GIVES A LOAD OF SPACE...COMFORT LRVRL IS 10/10
  • Discovery is a nice SUV to drive and reasonably priced compared to other similar vehicles. It is new for me I have yet to take it for long and rough drives.
Q. Given a choice between a second-hand 2.5 years old (excellent condition, 15k km) Land Rover Discovery Sport 7-seater (HSE LUXURY - Top Model)Land Rover Discovery Sport or Toyota Fortuner 4x4 AT, which would be better? I will keep the car for the next 5-6 years.
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  • Land Rover Discovery Sport is a much refined/superior vehicle, a pleasure to drive.
  • Its better you opt for fortuner bcoz maintainance cost is less as compared to range rover , rover being german made its parts are so costly that you can buy a 200 cc bike of that same cost you needed to buy a genuine parts of rover, its true that rover is the best in class suv in market with lots of features btw fortuner is also a good car being a japanese brand its parts are cheaper than german cars and maintainance cost is also less . So decision is yours think wisely
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Land Rover Discovery Sport 2015-2020 Vs Volvo XC40 FAQs

Which car is best between Land Rover Discovery Sport 2015-2020 vs Volvo XC40?
As per the users experiences Land Rover Discovery Sport 2015-2020 is a winner for you if you are seriously looking for performance in your car. But Volvo XC40 is better on the grounds of mileage, maintenance, safety and features. On the basis of comfort user have rated both the cars equally.
Which car is cheaper Land Rover Discovery Sport 2015-2020 vs Volvo XC40?
The Volvo XC40 is cheaper than Land Rover Discovery Sport 2015-2020 by ₹14.72 Lakh.
Which car has better mileage Land Rover Discovery Sport 2015-2020 vs Volvo XC40?
The Land Rover Discovery Sport 2015-2020 delivers better mileage 12.97 kmpl.
Which car offers better performance Land Rover Discovery Sport 2015-2020 vs Volvo XC40?
For the TD4 HSE Luxury version, 1999 cc Diesel engine of Discovery Sport 2015-2020 produces 177bhp@4000rpm of power and 430nm@1750-2500rpm of torque. Whereas for the B4 Ultimate version, 1969 cc Petrol engine of XC40 produces 197bhp of power and 300Nm of torque
As per the users experiences the Land Rover Discovery Sport 2015-2020 has better performance.

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