Power at Your Command

The Discovery Sport and the BMW X3 are ready to go to work when it’s time to play, proving that compact vehicles can accomplish great things. These small-but-mighty SUVs each come equipped with a standard turbocharged 2-liter engine that delivers over 245 horsepower. Both vehicles give you the opportunity to expand your adventures, whether that means towing a small travel trailer, motorcycles, ATVs, or even a small boat or watercraft.

• Discovery Sport Towing Capacity: 4,409 pounds
• BMW X3 Towing Capacity: 4,001 pounds

With that said, the Discovery Sport offers an edge in towing capacity, giving you more freedom to haul your gear with confidence.

When driving a fully capable SUV like the Discovery Sport or the X3, you can enjoy a driving experience with very few limitations. Thanks to their standard All Wheel Drive, both vehicles provide enhanced traction and stability, allowing you to maintain control in challenging situations. When navigating slippery roads or uneven terrain, you’ll stay confident and in command every step of the way.

Off-Road Capability

Because you prefer to explore with few boundaries, driving a versatile SUV is essential. The Discovery Sport empowers you to venture confidently off the beaten path, thanks to these standard features:

• All Terrain Progress Control – Functions like an automatic low-speed cruise control, perfect for navigating mud, sand, and other challenging off-road conditions.
• Terrain Response® 2 – Automatically adjusts vehicle settings based on terrain type to ensure optimal traction and stability.
• Launch Traction Control – Maximizes traction during acceleration, providing a smooth, controlled start on any surface.
• Hill Launch Assist – Prevents rollback on steep inclines, allowing for a confident start uphill.
• Hill Descent Control – Manages speed and braking automatically on steep downhill slopes for added control and safety.

While the BMW X3's all-wheel-drive system excels on gravel roads, it’s not equipped for the more demanding off-road challenges that the Discovery Sport can handle with ease, including wading through depths of up to 23.6 inches.

Powerful Presence, Perfectly Sized

Making your presence known is effortless when you’re driving the Discovery Sport or the BMW X3. With their respective DNA on display, these SUVs exude power through bold lines, distinctive grilles and badging, and a confident stance. LED headlights provide enhanced visibility, ensuring all eyes will be on you and your SUV.

Their compact size proves advantageous, especially when navigating narrow streets and congested parking lots in the urban jungle or winding country roads and uncharted off-road trails.

The Discovery Sport’s smaller footprint ensures you’ll be able to forge ahead regardless of space limitations in any scenario.

Comfort Without Compromise

Driving a luxury vehicle comes with high expectations, and models like the Discovery Sport and the BMW X3 raise the bar even higher. Both models boast feature-rich cabins with similar standard and available amenities, including:

• Heated front seats
• Leather surfaces
• 2-zone climate control
• Ambient lighting

While both offer a heated steering wheel and panoramic roof, these features come standard on the Discovery Sport, whereas they’re optional upgrades on the BMW X3.

The Discovery Sport also stands out for its versatility, offering both 5- and 7-seat configurations, while the X3 is available only as a 5-seater. Despite the BMW’s larger frame, the Discovery Sport provides more interior space for rear-row passengers and additional trunk volume when all seats are in use. Here’s a comparison of their 5-seat versions:

Ultimately, passengers in the Discovery Sport may enjoy more comfort, regardless of where they sit. Plus, you’ll have more space for your gear without needing to hold it on your lap.

Infotainment That Keeps You in Sync

Enhancing your ride is streamlined and seamless with the Discovery Sport and the BMW X3. Whether you want to connect with colleagues, friends, or family or enjoy your favorite playlist or podcast, both models are well-equipped with features like:

• Apple CarPlay®/Android Auto™
• Wireless device charging
• WiFi hotspot
• SiriusXM® satellite radio and HD Radio

Each vehicle also offers Bluetooth®, large touchscreens, and USB ports in all rows, ensuring that you and your passengers have easy access to all your media. With their premium audio systems—Meridian™ in the Discovery Sport and Harman Kardon® in the BMW—and speakers in the double digits, every note will be crystal clear.

Safety Systems That Keep You Secure

Regardless of where your travels take you, peace of mind behind the wheel is vital. Both models are thoughtfully engineered with your safety in mind, so they feature comprehensive suites of advanced driver-assistance technologies, including brand-specific versions of:

• Adaptive Cruise Control
• Emergency Braking
• Blind Spot Assist/Rear Traffic Monitor
• Lane Keep Assist
• Front and Rear Parking Aid

Your safety is a top priority in the Discovery Sport, which comes standard with Traffic Sign Recognition, Adaptive Speed Limiter, and Driver Condition Monitor. While the BMW offers similar safety technologies, they’re only available as part of an optional driving assistance package.