Model year guide

2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 340 on record.

2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport at a glance

Safety recalls1
Combined22 mpg
Typical price$33,047

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport recalls 1

Fuel System, Gasoline:fuel Injection System:fuel Rail NHTSA Campaign #18V087000 · manufacturer #N138 · 01/02/2018

Jaguar Land Rover North America, LLC (Land Rover) is recalling certain 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque, Range Rover Velar, and Land Rover Discover Sport vehicles equipped with a 2.0L gasoline engine. The fuel rail end caps may leak, possibly resulting in fuel vapor or liquid fuel leaking into the engine bay.

Fix: Land Rover will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel rail, free of charge. The recall began on March 8, 2018. Owners may contact Land Rover customer service at 1-800-637-6837. Land Rover's number for this recall is N138.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 12 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport MPG & running costs

Combined22 mpg
City21 mpg
Highway25 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,750
EPA size classSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
TransmissionAutomatic (S9)
Forced inductionTurbocharged
Engine start-stopYes
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$6,750 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

What's a 2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport worth?

Low
$25,850
Typical price
$33,047
High
$35,984

From 7 comparable 2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$18,750
Fuel only$18,750
Per mile$0.25

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length
181.1 in
Width
74.4 in
Height
67.7 in
Wheelbase
107.9 in
Curb weight
3,845 lb
Front track
63.8 in
Rear track
64.2 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 261

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered. Showing the 10 most recent of 261.

Smart Key Deactivated message on instrument cluster and unable to start their vehicle

Bulletin SSM76411 - 10MAR26 · Electrical System · Mar 2026

MIL Illuminated.

Bulletin JLRTB02023NAS3 RESCINDED · Power Train · Oct 2025

Body and Comfort (HMI) CAN related functions such as window switches or air conditioning may reset or become inoperable every 8-10 minutes while driving.

Bulletin SSM76386 - 29AUG25 · Aug 2025

There is a knocking type noise from the front of the vehicle while driving on rough roads.

Bulletin TUCC_JUN2025_57 · Suspension · Jun 2025

MIL on Instrument cluster.

Bulletin TUCC_JUN2025_46 · Power Train · Jun 2025

Front Stabilizer Bar Link - Noisy

Bulletin SSM76301 - 11JUN25 · Suspension · Jun 2025

Cosmetic defect to IDMA and ICDM will also be handled via AutoFRED for specific model callouts.

Bulletin TUCC_APR2025_22 · Apr 2025

Leaking windshield that caused the water ingress on the electrical component.

Bulletin TUCC_APR2025_18 · Electrical System · Apr 2025

Front Stabilizer Bar Link - Noisy

Bulletin SSM76301 - 07APR25 · Suspension · Apr 2025

This extended warranty covers all repairs to, or replacement of the Infotainment Master Controller (IMC), for 1 year from 3rd February 2025 to 3rd February 2026 for all vehicles that have or will have an expired JLR vehicle warranty in this time period - Unlim…

Bulletin MRC_H428_N769_MAR2025_44 · Mar 2025

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the DISCOVERY SPORT (5 SEAT) AWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

Canadian recalls 1

Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.

Fuel System

On certain vehicles, the brazing fuel rail end caps may not seal properly which could cause a fuel leak over time. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire causing injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will replace the fuel rail.

Transport Canada #2018067 · Feb 2018

Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.

About the Land Rover Discovery Sport

The Land Rover Discovery Sport is a compact luxury crossover SUV produced by British automotive company Jaguar Land Rover since 2014. Sold under their Land Rover marque, it has been their best-selling model since 2017.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport trims & engines on record

Trims
SE · HSE
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl 237 hp

2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport vehicles on record

Other Land Rover Discovery Sport model years

2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport — frequently asked questions

Does the 2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What gas mileage does the 2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport get?

The 2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport has a U.S. EPA estimate of 22 mpg combined (21 city / 25 highway).

How much is a 2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport worth?

Comparable 2018 Land Rover Discovery Sport listings run roughly $25,850–$35,984, typically around $33,047 (from 7 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.