Mazda
CX-80
SUV · six or seven seats
- From
- £50,320
- Boot, 7 up
- 258 L
- Length
- 4,995mm
- Isofix
- 2
Land Rover Discovery Sport 7-seater
Two occasional seats on diesel versions only, in a 4,597mm SUV that goes out of production in 2026
- Price from
- £51,850
- Boot, 7 seats up
- 115 L
- Seats
- 5 or 7
- Isofix points
- 2
- Length
- 4,597mm
Quick answer
Is the Land Rover Discovery Sport a 7-seater?
Yes, in some versions. Seven seats (5+2) are an option on diesel versions only, with carwow listing seven-seat D200 Landmark and D200 Metropolitan models, while the P270e plug-in hybrid is five seats only.
Best for Occasional seven-seat use in a shorter premium SUV
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In the Land Rover Discovery Sport 7-seater, treat the two extra seats as occasional: carwow says limited head, leg and foot room make them suitable only for children, and with all seven seats up the boot shrinks to 115 litres. Land Rover has also confirmed that production at Halewood ends in December 2026, with no direct replacement named (Motor1).
Land Rover Discovery Sport specifications
| Body | SUV |
|---|---|
| Seats | 5 or 7 |
| Seat layout | 2-3-2 |
| Boot, 7 seats up | 115 litres |
| Boot, 5 seats up | 780 litres |
| Boot, maximum | 1,451 litres |
| Third row suits | Children |
| Isofix points | 2 (outer seats in row 2) |
| Isofix in row 3 | No |
| Length | 4,597mm |
|---|---|
| Width without mirrors | 2,069mm |
| Width with mirrors | 2,173mm |
| Height | 1,727mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,741mm |
| Fuel, with seven seats | Diesel, mild hybrid |
| Gearbox | Automatic only |
| Price from | £51,850 |
| Towing, braked | 2,500kg |
| Euro NCAP | 5 stars (2022) |
Land Rover Discovery Sport boot space
- 7 seats up
- 115L
- 5 seats up
- 780L
- Maximum
- 1,451L
With all seven seats in use the boot holds 115 litres, the 2nd smallest of the 29 SUVs with a published boot figure and 125 litres less than the median. With five seats in use the boot holds 780 litres, rising to a maximum of 1,451 litres.
Discovery Sport boot space depends on the seat count. With all seven seats up there are 115 litres, according to Auto Express, and the seven-seat car's maximum is 1,451 litres. A five-seat car has 780 litres behind the middle row and 1,574 litres at most, so choosing the third row costs some load space even when it is folded.
Carwow quotes 115 to 963 litres with seats up and 1,451 to 1,574 litres with seats down. Neither source says how the figures were measured.
How it is measured Auto Express figures, basis not stated. Seven-seat cars: 115 litres with all seats up and 1,451 litres maximum. Five-seat cars: 780 litres behind row 2 and 1,574 litres maximum (five_up is the five-seat car's figure). Carwow quotes 115 to 963 litres with seats up and 1,451 to 1,574 litres with seats down.
Land Rover Discovery Sport dimensions
- Length
- 4,597mm4.60m · 15ft 1in
- Width
- 2,069mm2.07m · 6ft 9in
- Height
- 1,727mm1.73m · 5ft 8in
Wheelbase 2,741mmLength 4,597mmHeight 1,727mmWidth 2,069mmMirrors 2,173mm
At 4,597mm (4.60m, 15ft 1in) long, the Discovery Sport is 277mm shorter than the median SUV, and the 3rd shortest of the 37 SUVs we track. It is 2,069mm wide without mirrors (2,173mm with them) and 1,727mm tall. The wheelbase, the distance between the front and rear axles, is 2,741mm.
Third row: who fits?
Third row suitsChildren
Carwow says limited head, leg and foot room make the two extra seats suitable only for children. Access is easy because the rear doors open almost to 90 degrees and the middle row slides and tips forward in one movement. Auto Express rates the third row as fine for short journeys but cramped for grown-ups.
The third row is for children. Carwow says limited head, leg and foot room rule out adults, and Auto Express rates it fine for short trips but cramped for grown-ups. Getting in is easy: the rear doors open almost to 90 degrees, and the middle row slides and tips forward in one movement (carwow).
Both Isofix points are on the outer middle-row seats, with none in the third row. If adults will use the back regularly, compare the Land Rover Discovery 7-seater.
- Seat
- Isofix point
- Best for children
- Driver
Isofix and child seats
2Isofix points
The Discovery Sport has two Isofix points: outer seats in row 2. None are in the third row.
Engines and fuel economy
Gearbox: automatic only.
| Version | Fuel | Power | Gearbox | Seven seats | Electric range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D165 diesel mild hybrid | Diesel | 163PS | Automatic | Not published | Not published |
| D200 diesel mild hybrid | Diesel | 204PS | Automatic | Yes | Not published |
| P270e petrol plug-in hybrid | Plug-in hybrid | 269PS | Automatic | No | 37 miles |
Land Rover Discovery Sport price
From£51,850
Carwow RRP for the 2.0 D200 Landmark [7 Seat], the cheapest seven-seat version it lists; the D200 Metropolitan [7 Seat] is £57,235, each £1,270 more than the matching five-seat car. Auto Express puts the seven-seat package at around £1,500 on diesel models. The cheapest Discovery Sport overall is the five-seat D165 Dynamic S at £45,520 (Land Rover UK). Land Rover's own site did not show seat options per version.
Prices checked October 2026.
Safety and recalls
5 stars from Euro NCAP, tested in 2022.
DVSA recalls
The DVSA lists 19 recalls for the Discovery Sport. The latest 10:
12 June 2026 · Ref R/2025/553 · 369 vehicles
E-PACE F-PACE Defender Discovery Sport Range Rover Evoque and Range Rover Velar PHEV Traction Battery Fire Risk
Vehicles have experienced thermal overload which may manifest in smoke or fire that may occur underneath the rear of the vehicle where the high voltage traction battery is located. The root cause is not yet known and investigations are continuing. A vehicle thermal overload condition such as fire or smoke can result in increased risk of occupant injury and/or injury to persons outside the vehicle as well as property damage.
Remedy: Vehicles will be inspected by the retailer and as required at-risk battery packs will be replaced.
Built 7 July 2020 to 8 April 2025
30 October 2025 · Ref R/2025/436 · 3 vehicles
Gear Shift Module Moisture Ingress
On Affected vehicles it is possible that moisture has entered the Gear Shift Module (GSM) during the assembly process. Under certain conditions there is a risk that this moisture could result in non-illumination of the Light Emitting Diode (LED) indicating the selected gear. Non-illumination of the LED gear indicator adjacent to the shifter would not conform to regulated requirements for automatic transmission control position indicator illumination.
Remedy: Affected vehicles will have the Gear Shift Module replaced.
Built 27 August 2025 to 28 August 2025
5 August 2025 · Ref R/2025/280 · 9,298 vehicles
Electric Power Inverter Converter B (EPICB) Software Update
On affected vehicles due to a software issue in the Electric Power Inverter Converter B (EPICB) it is possible that as the high voltage battery depletes during driving in EV mode the engine may not restart when the state of charge reduces and the vehicle will therefore lose power. There will not be an associated warning to the driver.
Remedy: Vehicle’s software to be updated in the Electric Power Inverter Converter B (EPICB) and other modules as required to ensure complete cross-module integration. In parallel an over-the-air update will be rolled out and customers who successfully complete this update will not need to visit a retailer.
Built 27 October 2021 to 17 July 2025
28 May 2025 · Ref R/2025/178 · 22 vehicles
AJ21-D4 Turbo Oil Feed Pipe Leak - Incorrectly Repaired
On affected vehicles the turbocharger oil feed pipe clamp may have been installed in the incorrect orientation. Incorrectly installed pipe clamp will not provide sufficient clamp load and therefore risk an oil leak.
Remedy: Replace oil feed pipe O-rings and fit replacement pipe clamp correctly.
Built 31 January 2024 to 15 May 2024
9 May 2025 · Ref R/2025/149 · 6,722 vehicles
Security Guidance
Jaguar Land Rover in conjunction with law enforcement and insurance bodies is aware of the increase in thefts of vehicles in specific geographical locations within the United Kingdom. there is no fault with Jaguar Land Rover's security systems and they continue to meet stringent automotive legislation. Jaguar Land Rover is offering owners guidance on how to maximise vehicle security and protect against theft.
Remedy: Vehicle registered keepers will be sent a security guidance letter only - there is no repair action.
Built 28 May 2014 to 30 June 2015
27 January 2025 · Ref R/2024/146 · 87,669 vehicles
Security Enhancement
For affected vehicles the manufacturer has developed a software enhancement to further increase vehicle security.
Remedy: The software enhancement will deploy this update and reduce the theft risk.
Built 6 March 2015 to 10 June 2019
26 June 2024 · Ref R/2024/113 · 10,523 vehicles
AJ21-D4 Turbo Oil Feed Pipe Leak
Affected vehicles have a Turbocharger oil feed pipe that may over time loosen and lead to an oil leak
Remedy: Replace the Turbocharger oil feed pipe O-rings and install an additional clamp.
Built 27 January 2020 to 4 September 2024
15 March 2024 · Ref R/2024/145 · 9,761 vehicles
Security Enhancement
For affected vehicles the manufacturer has developed a software enhancement to further increase vehicle security.
Remedy: The software enhancement will deploy this update and reduce the theft risk.
Built 29 September 2020 to 24 February 2022
12 March 2024 · Ref R/2024/112 · 782 vehicles
Right-hand side lower A Pillar bolt that may not have been tightened to the correct torque.
Affected vehicles may have a right-hand side lower A Pillar bolt that may not have been tightened to the correct torque. In the event of a crash the body structure may be impaired increasing the risk of injury to the occupants of the vehicle.
Remedy: Check bolt and tighten to correct torque if necessary.
Built 26 October 2023 to 30 January 2024
19 August 2022 · Ref R/2022/222 · 2,981 vehicles
DAMAGED FRONT SEAT BELT PRE TENSIONER TUBE MAY HAVE BEEN INSTALLED ON THE SEAT BELT RETRACTOR
Damaged front seat belt pretensioner tube may have been installed on the seat belt retractor.
Remedy: Inspect the seat belt pretensioner tube for damage and if damage is identified the seat belt retractor will be replaced.
Built 12 December 2021 to 18 May 2022
Recall data updated 4 October 2026. Ask a dealer to check a specific car by its registration.
Land Rover Discovery Sport verdict: pros and cons
Our verdict The Discovery Sport is a premium SUV with two occasional seats in the boot, offered on diesel versions only. The third row suits children, the boot holds 115 litres with all seats up and production ends in December 2026.
Pros
- Rear doors open almost to 90 degrees (carwow)
- Middle row slides and tips forward in one movement
- Five-star Euro NCAP rating, kept in a 2022 retest
Cons
- Third row suitable only for children (carwow)
- 115 litres of boot with all seven seats up
- Seven seats on diesels only, and production ends in December 2026
Good to know
- Land Rover has confirmed that Discovery Sport production at Halewood will end in December 2026, and it named no direct replacement (Motor1)
- The P270e plug-in hybrid is quoted at up to 37.3 miles of electric range in Land Rover's spec panel and up to 38 miles elsewhere on the same page, with CO2 from 33g/km (Land Rover UK)
- Land Rover quotes up to 2,500kg braked towing; Auto Express lists 2,200kg for the diesels, 2,500kg for the five-seat D200 and 1,600kg for the plug-in hybrid (Land Rover UK, Auto Express)
- It first earned five Euro NCAP stars in 2014 and kept five stars when retested under tougher rules in 2022 (Auto Express)
- Auto Express says the seven-seat option is available with both the D165 and D200 diesels, but carwow only lists seven-seat versions with the D200 (Auto Express, carwow)
Practicality
The Discovery Sport is 4,597mm long and 1,727mm tall on a 2,741mm wheelbase. If a short car matters most, compare other small 7-seater cars.
Land Rover quotes up to 2,500kg braked towing, but Auto Express lists 2,200kg for the diesels and 2,500kg only for the five-seat D200, so confirm the limit for a seven-seat car before buying a caravan. It first earned five Euro NCAP stars in 2014 and kept them when retested under tougher rules in 2022 (Auto Express).
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Land Rover Discovery Sport FAQs
How big is the Land Rover Discovery Sport boot with all seven seats up?
115 litres with all seven seats in use, 780 litres with five seats in use and a maximum of 1,451 litres.
How long is the Land Rover Discovery Sport?
The Land Rover Discovery Sport is 4,597mm long (4.60m, 15ft 1in), 2,069mm wide without its mirrors and 1,727mm tall.
How many Isofix points does the Land Rover Discovery Sport have?
Two: outer seats in row 2. There are no Isofix points in the third row.
Can adults sit in the third row of the Land Rover Discovery Sport?
Not comfortably. The third row is best kept for children.
Is the Discovery Sport plug-in hybrid a 7-seater?
No. The P270e plug-in hybrid is sold with five seats only, and the seven-seat layout is limited to diesel versions. Land Rover quotes up to 37.3 miles of electric range for the P270e in its specification panel and up to 38 miles elsewhere on the same page.
Is the Land Rover Discovery Sport being discontinued?
Yes. Land Rover has confirmed that Discovery Sport production at Halewood will end in December 2026, and it has not named a direct replacement (Motor1). If you want a new one, check what stock dealers still have.
Which Discovery Sport engines have seven seats?
Sources disagree. Carwow lists seven-seat versions only with the D200 diesel, in Landmark and Metropolitan trims, while Auto Express says the option is available with both the D165 and D200 diesels. Confirm the seat count on the order before you sign.
Sources Land Rover UK, carwow, Auto Express, Motor1, Hypebeast, DVSA
