DecodedCars2015 Land Rover Discovery
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2015 models.
- Class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Engines
- 2.0L 4-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- 4-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 22 combined · 20 city / 26 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Excellent fuel economyUp to 22 MPG combined — 21% better than the average 2015 standard SUV (18.2 MPG).
- Few owner complaints0 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 46 for similar models.
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 5 similar 2015 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2015 Land Rover Discovery is a standard SUV offered with a 2.0L 4-cyl turbo engine and 4-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 22 MPG combined (20 city / 26 highway), 21% better than the 2015 standard SUV average of 18.2 MPG, for an estimated $3,750 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Discovery Sport | 2.0L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S9) | 4-Wheel Drive | 20 / 26 / 22 | +21% | $3,750 | 401 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2015 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2015 Land Rover Discovery.
Similar 2015 standard SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 Land Rover Discovery (this car) | 22 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2015 Audi Q7 | 22 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2015 Lincoln Navigator | 18 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2015 Infiniti QX60 | 26 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2015 Cadillac SRX | 19 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2015 Land Rover LR4 | 16 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2015 Land Rover Discovery.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2015 Land Rover Discovery is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2015 Land Rover Discovery in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2015 Land Rover Discovery buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2015 Land Rover Discovery. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Discovery years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Discovery | 21 | 195.3 in | Not rated | 1 | 1 |
| 2025 Discovery | 21 | 195.3 in | Not rated | 2 | 0 |
| 2024 Discovery | 21 | 195.3 in | Not rated | 5 | 8 |
| 2023 Discovery | 22 | 195.7 in | Not rated | 6 | 7 |
| 2022 Discovery | 21 | 195.7 in | Not rated | 6 | 11 |
| 2021 Discovery | 21 | 195.7 in | Not rated | 6 | 11 |
| 2020 Discovery | 23 | 195.7 in | Not rated | 6 | 19 |
| 2019 Discovery | 23 | 195.7 in | Not rated | 4 | 39 |
| 2018 Discovery | 23 | 195.7 in | Not rated | 4 | 37 |
| 2017 Discovery | 23 | 195.7 in | Not rated | 3 | 55 |
| 2016 Discovery | 22 | – | Not rated | 0 | 5 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Land Rover. How we calculate this →