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Land Rover Discovery Sport vs Hyundai Palisade — Side by side
Detailed face-off between the Land Rover Discovery Sport and the Hyundai Palisade: price, full specs, equipment, pros and watch-outs. Updated 2026.
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Both models share a near-identical entry price (MAD 619,000 vs MAD 619,000).
Editorial verdict
Which should you pick?
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Spec sheet comparison
| — | Land Rover Discovery Sport | Hyundai Palisade |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Land Rover | Hyundai |
| Body | SUV | SUV |
| Fuel | Hybrid | Petrol |
| Gearbox | Automatic | Automatic |
| Power | 309 ch | 295 ch |
| Consumption | 2.1 L/100 km | 9.5 L/100 km |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Entry price | MAD 619,000 | MAD 619,000 |
| Top trim price | MAD 769,000 | MAD 799,000 |
Pros and watch-outs
Land RoverDiscovery Sport
Pros
- True 5+2 seat configuration — rare in premium C-SUV
- Standard permanent 4WD + 4-mode Terrain Response — authentic off-road capability
- 212 mm ground clearance — better than Mercedes GLC (175) and BMW X3 (200)
- P300e PHEV: 62 km EV + electric 4WD on rear axle
- 897 L boot (5-seat) to 1,698 L (seats folded)
Watch-outs
- 2014 design visible — redesign 2027 expected on EMA platform
- ~58% resale at 3 years — below BMW X3 (60%), Mercedes GLC (62%)
- 6/7 jump seats reduce boot to 157 L — kids only on short trips
HyundaiPalisade
Pros
- True 7-8 seats — 3rd row adults short trips, bench/captain options
- 400-500k MAD cheaper than equivalent Mercedes GLE 7-seater or Audi Q7
- Standard smart HTRAC AWD + Calligraphy self-levelling suspension — premium at mainstream price
- Standard premium kit (Krell 12-speaker, quilted Nappa, 360 view, 10.25'' nav)
- 5-year / 100,000 km Hyundai Care warranty + Global Engines 35+ dealership service
Watch-outs
- Hyundai "mainstream" image — lacks the premium aura of a Mercedes GLE / Q7 / X5
- V6 3.8 GDI ~12 L/100 real MA at 35°C with AC (vs Q7 50 TDI ~7.5 L/100 diesel)
- TVM vignette ~13,000 MAD/year for 14 fiscal HP V6 gasoline (Q7 PHEV exempt)
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Frequently asked — Land Rover Discovery Sport vs Hyundai Palisade
Land Rover Discovery Sport or Hyundai Palisade: which to pick in Morocco 2026?
It depends on your profile. If your top criterion is overall budget, look at the Hyundai Palisade (entry MAD 619,000). If you prioritise the engine or standard equipment, compare the spec sheet above line by line. For purely urban use in Morocco, fuel consumption and exterior size matter more than power; for long Casa-Tanger or Casa-Marrakech trips, power and motorway comfort become decisive.
What's the price gap between the Land Rover Discovery Sport and the Hyundai Palisade?
The Land Rover Discovery Sport starts at MAD 619,000 versus MAD 619,000 for the Hyundai Palisade, a 0% gap at entry. On top trims, the gap may close or invert — check each model's detailed page for the exact figure on the trim you're considering.
Which one holds value better when sold used?
In Morocco, Japanese and German C-SUVs (Toyota RAV4, VW Tiguan) typically retain 65-70% of their new price at 3 years, ahead of Chinese brands and newer SUVs that plateau around 55-60%. For an exact figure on your model, run the estimator at the top of each model page — it computes median + p25-p75 range based on the year and mileage you enter.
Where can the Land Rover Discovery Sport and Hyundai Palisade be test-driven in Morocco?
Both models are sold through their importers' official dealer networks in Morocco. For the latest list with addresses and phone numbers, see each model's /neuf/ page — every page lists the official importer and helps you find the nearest dealer to your city.