2022 Land Rover Discovery — Full Specifications
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The 2022 Land Rover Discovery is an SUV offered with 2 engines (2L 4-cyl turbo, 3L 6-cyl). Its most fuel-efficient configuration returns around 25 mpg (UK) / 21 mpg (US EPA) combined, with 24–25 mpg (UK) across all configurations. A hybrid version is also listed by EPA (3L 6-cyl), returning around 25 mpg (UK) combined. Owners often keep a Land Rover Discovery workshop manual to hand for servicing and repairs.
Related 2022 listings: Land Rover Discovery Sport.
Compared with the 2021 Land Rover Discovery: Fuel economy is essentially unchanged at around 25 mpg (UK) combined. EPA lists new engine options for 2022: 3L 6-cyl. No longer listed: 3L 6-cyl turbo.
Full Specifications
| Engine (most efficient) | 2L 4-cyl turbo |
|---|---|
| Engine options | 2L 4-cyl turbo · 3L 6-cyl |
| Transmission (most efficient) | Automatic (S8) |
| Fuel Type | Premium Gasoline |
| Powertrain | Conventional |
| Drive | 4-Wheel Drive |
| Body Style | SUV |
| Fuel Economy (UK) | 25 combined / 23 urban / 26 extra-urban mpg |
| Fuel Economy (US EPA) | 21 combined / 19 city / 22 highway mpg |
| CO₂ Emissions | 271 g/km |
| EPA Greenhouse Gas Score | 4 / 10 (10 = lowest emissions) |
| EPA Est. Annual Fuel Cost | $3,900 (15,000 mi/yr, US prices) |
Engine & Transmission Options
EPA lists 3 configurations for the 2022 Land Rover Discovery across 2 engines (2L 4-cyl turbo, 3L 6-cyl). Combined fuel economy ranges from 20 to 21 mpg (US), or 24 to 25 mpg (UK), depending on engine, transmission and drive. The headline figures at the top of this page describe the most fuel-efficient configuration.
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG (UK) | MPG (US) | CO₂ g/km | Fuel cost / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | 4-Wheel Drive | 25 | 21 (19/22) | 271 | $3,900 |
| 2L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S9) | All-Wheel Drive | 24 | 20 (19/23) | 272 | $4,100 |
| 3L 6-cyl (Hybrid) | Automatic (S8) | 4-Wheel Drive | 25 | 21 (18/24) | 270 | $3,900 |
MPG (US) shows combined, with city/highway in brackets. Highlighted row = the configuration used for the headline figures. Source: US EPA fueleconomy.gov.
Owner Essentials for the 2022 Land Rover Discovery
Running Costs: 2022 Land Rover Discovery
Covering around 8,000 miles a year in a 2022 Land Rover Discovery at 25 mpg combined, expect roughly 1,455 litres of fuel annually — multiply by your local price per litre for a cost estimate. For US owners, the EPA estimates about $3,900 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration (15,000 miles, national average prices). Work out exact fuel costs with the fuel cost calculator on 247Calculators.
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2022 Land Rover Discovery Safety Ratings (NHTSA)
No NHTSA crash-test rating is on record for this model year. The NHTSA rates only a subset of vehicles each year; you can browse every rated vehicle on our NHTSA Safety Ratings hub.
Recalls & Owner Complaints (NHTSA)
NHTSA lists 6 safety recall campaigns that include the 2022 Land Rover Discovery (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Electrical system (2), Back over prevention (1), Air bags (1). A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
- Electrical system — campaign 26V599000, reported 17 September 2026. Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
- Back over prevention — campaign 26V458000, reported 16 July 2026. Risk: A rearview camera image that does not display can decrease the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Air bags — campaign 26V389000, reported 12 June 2026. Risk: An air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury in a crash.
- Electrical system — campaign 26V248000, reported 17 April 2026. Risk: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Showing the 4 most recent of 6 campaigns.
Owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA about the 2022 Land Rover Discovery. The most-reported areas are Electrical system (5), Visibility/wiper (4), Back over prevention (3). That is well below the median of 23 complaints across the 12 Land Rover Discovery model years in our data.
Used-buyer checklist for the 2022 Land Rover Discovery
Based on where NHTSA recalls and owner complaints cluster for this model year, these are the areas worth checking before you buy:
- Electrical system (2 recall campaigns · 5 owner complaints) — Test every switch, window, light and warning lamp on a test drive, and ask about battery or alternator replacements.
- Air bags (1 recall campaign) — Confirm any air bag inflator or module recalls were completed — enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Engine cooling (1 recall campaign) — Check coolant level, look for leaks and make sure the temperature stays steady in traffic.
- Visibility (4 owner complaints) — Check wipers, washers and demisters work properly.
Source: US NHTSA recall and consumer-complaint databases, retrieved 6 October 2026. Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects. Check any vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, and see our guide to checking a used car for recalls.
How It Compares
How does the Land Rover Discovery compare to similar SUVs? For context, SUVs in our database average around 27 mpg (UK) combined — this model's 25 mpg figure is 2 mpg below that average. Its 271 g/km CO₂ figure is 18 g/km higher than the 253 g/km average for SUVs on this site. This comparison is based on 1824 SUVs in our dataset.
At 25 mpg (UK) combined it sits close to the 25 mpg average for Land Rover models in our database.
Of the 12 Land Rover Discovery model years we cover, the 2022 ranks 7th for combined fuel economy on its best configuration (25 mpg UK combined, against a high of 28 mpg). See every Land Rover Discovery year side by side.
Last updated: · Data: US EPA (fueleconomy.gov) and NHTSA safety ratings 18 July 2026; NHTSA recalls and complaints 6 October 2026; Wikidata & curated EU catalogue 18 July 2026; European generation and engine data from Wikipedia 7 October 2026
Vehicle data sourced from manufacturer specifications. Always verify with your vehicle handbook or a qualified mechanic. This is a reference tool, not professional advice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What engine does the 2022 Land Rover Discovery have?
EPA lists 2 engines for the 2022 Land Rover Discovery: 2L 4-cyl turbo, 3L 6-cyl. The most fuel-efficient configuration pairs the 2L 4-cyl turbo with a automatic (s8).
What is the fuel economy of the 2022 Land Rover Discovery?
The most efficient configuration returns around 25 mpg (UK) combined, or 21 mpg on the US EPA cycle. Across all configurations the UK combined figure runs from 24 to 25 mpg. The hybrid version returns around 25 mpg (UK) combined.
How much does the 2022 Land Rover Discovery cost to fuel per year?
The US EPA estimates about $3,900 a year in fuel for the most efficient configuration, based on 15,000 miles of mixed driving and national average fuel prices. Your own cost will depend on mileage and local prices.
Does the 2022 Land Rover Discovery have any recalls?
NHTSA lists 6 safety recall campaigns that include the 2022 Land Rover Discovery (as of 6 October 2026). Most affected areas: Electrical system (2), Back over prevention (1), Air bags (1). A campaign often covers several model years or models, so check your own VIN to see whether your car is affected.
What are the most common problems reported for the 2022 Land Rover Discovery?
Among the 13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are Electrical system (5 complaints), Visibility/wiper (4 complaints), Back over prevention (3 complaints). Complaints are unverified owner reports, not confirmed defects, and raw counts rise with how many cars were sold.
Is the Land Rover Discovery's fuel economy good for an SUV?
It returns around 25 mpg (UK) combined, against a same-body-style average of roughly 27 mpg among the SUVs we track.