Discovery Sport Landmark Edition: Premium Family Transport Meets Montreal Practicality

Montreal families require vehicles that manage competing demands. Urban parking constraints in neighborhoods like Plateau-Mont-Royal and downtown challenge oversized SUVs, while active lifestyles involving weekend trips to the Laurentides or summer visits to cottage country demand genuine capability and cargo space. The 2026 Discovery Sport Landmark Edition addresses this balance directly.

This special edition joins the refreshed Discovery Sport lineup as a celebration of the Discovery brand's heritage. The Landmark name references the original 1989 Discovery's mountain range logo, acknowledging over three decades of enabling family adventures. For 2026, Land Rover has equipped the Landmark Edition with specific design elements and technology upgrades that enhance its versatility without inflating its footprint.

Distinctive Design Elements

The Landmark Edition features bespoke exterior and interior touches that differentiate it from standard models. Graphite Atlas accents appear on exterior scripts, the front and rear undershields, and exclusive treadplates bearing the Landmark script alongside the mountain logo. The mountain range emblem also appears as a projection from the power-folding door mirrors, illuminating the ground when approaching the vehicle at night.

The Landmark specification includes a fixed panoramic roof with roof rails, creating the elevated, spacious cabin atmosphere families value while enabling the attachment of cargo boxes for extended trips. Available wheel options range from 17 to 21 inches, with new designs including 21-inch Gloss Black and 20-inch Diamond Turned finishes. Eight premium paint colours include Varesine Blue, Fuji White, Eiger Grey, and Firenze Red.

Inside, DuoLeather seating is standard across three colour options, while a leather-free Luxtec with Suedecloth alternative made from recycled polyester microfibre provides a soft finish for buyers prioritizing sustainability. The leather-free textile steering wheel completes the cabin's material choices.

11.4-Inch Pivi Pro Integration

The 2026 model year brings the floating 11.4-inch curved glass Pivi Pro touchscreen to the Discovery Sport lineup. This system, already deployed across Range Rover and Defender models, unifies the user interface across Land Rover's entire portfolio.

The Pivi Pro architecture delivers approximately 90% of frequently used functions within two taps from the home screen. Permanently visible sidebars provide immediate access to media, volume, climate, and navigation controls. The simplified menu structure reduces task time and interaction complexity during driving.

Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connect automatically when entering the vehicle. The what3words navigation integration allows precise location finding using three-word addresses, valuable when navigating to trailheads, cottage properties, or other locations without conventional addresses in rural Quebec.

The center console design liberates storage space, creating what Land Rover claims is class-leading open front console stowage. Wireless device charging occupies a dedicated area, while tactile side rails define storage boundaries. Two USB-C charging ports serve front occupants, with two additional ports in the second row and a 12V outlet in the cargo area. Seven-seat configurations add third-row USB-C charging.

Software Over The Air capability allows system updates without dealership visits. The vehicle searches for available updates automatically, notifying the driver via the touchscreen. Installation occurs when the vehicle is parked, locked, and secured. Owners can schedule updates up to 14 days in advance.

Seating Versatility and Space Management

The Discovery Sport provides up to seven seats across three rows (note: third row unavailable on PHEV models). The 40:20:40 split second row slides and reclines, creating up to 24 possible seating configurations. Second-row legroom reaches 968 mm, while third-row passengers receive 655 mm. Headroom measures 984 mm in the second row and 875 mm in the third row.

Stadium seating—a Discovery family hallmark—positions each row slightly higher than the one ahead, improving visibility for all occupants. The flat floor design maximizes usable space. Three ISOFIX fittings accommodate child seats, while third-row occupants benefit from dedicated air vents regardless of whether children or adults occupy the space.

Cargo capacity varies by configuration:

• Third row in place: 157 L
• Third row folded: 1,179 L
• Second and third rows folded: 1,794 L

The powered tailgate facilitates loading and unloading. The maximum dynamic roof load of 75 kg enables roof boxes or sport equipment carriers.

For Montreal families managing school runs, grocery shopping, sports equipment transport, and weekend excursions, this flexibility eliminates the need to choose between passenger capacity and cargo volume. The configuration adapts to the immediate requirement.

Technology for Family Wellbeing

Cabin Air Purification Plus provides what Land Rover describes as one of the most sophisticated interior air quality systems in the class. PM2.5 filtration removes particulate matter, while CO₂ management monitors and controls cabin carbon dioxide levels to promote alertness and reduce fatigue.

The system incorporates nanoe X technology to combat pathogens and reduce odors, bacteria, and allergens. An Air Quality Index app displays outside air quality at both current location and destination, allowing parents to make informed decisions about cabin air management during Montreal's varied seasonal air quality conditions.

For families managing traffic on the Décarie Expressway or Champlain Bridge during commuting hours, maintaining optimal cabin air quality supports concentration and reduces the physiological stress of congested driving.

Advanced Vision and Driver Assistance

The Landmark Edition provides comprehensive camera technologies that address Montreal's specific driving challenges. 3D Surround cameras offer 360-degree environmental visibility at speeds up to 30 km/h. ClearSight Ground View stitches together images to display the area beneath the front of the vehicle—valuable when navigating tight parking spaces or assessing curb proximity on narrow streets.

The ClearSight Rear View Mirror functions as both a traditional mirror and a video display. When the cargo area is loaded or rear seats are occupied, switching to video mode provides an unobstructed rearward view using a camera feed. This addresses a common frustration when transporting full loads of passengers or cargo.

Advanced Driver Assistance Systems include:

• Rear Collision Monitor with automatic braking
• 3D Surround Camera (up to 30 km/h)
• Emergency braking assistance
• Lane keeping assistance
• Traffic sign recognition with adaptive speed limiter

The maximum towing capacity of 2,500 kg accommodates boat trailers for Saint Lawrence access or equipment trailers for cottage maintenance. Advanced Tow Assist simplifies reversing manoeuvres by allowing drivers to control trailer angle using the Pivi Pro touchscreen digital slider, reducing the learning curve for occasional towers.

Curated Accessory Packs

Land Rover offers pre-configured accessory packs aligned with specific activities:

Snow Days Pack: Cross bars, ski/snowboard carrier (up to four pairs of skis or two snowboards), rubber floor mats, Snow Traction System for enhanced grip in winter conditions. Directly relevant for Tremblant and Laurentides access.

Road Trip Pack: Click & Go media holders for rear passengers, cross bars, roof box for extended luggage capacity.

Beach Days Pack: Collapsible load area organizer, sunshades, center armrest cooler.

Biking Adventures Pack: Dedicated bicycle carriers and load management solutions.

For Dogs Pack: Protective barriers, cleaning accessories, and comfort features for canine passengers.

These packs acknowledge that families pursue diverse activities throughout Quebec's seasons. Rather than forcing buyers to source individual accessories, the packs provide coordinated solutions.

Powertrain Options

The Discovery Sport lineup offers plug-in hybrid and mild hybrid powertrains. The PHEV combines a 1.5 L turbocharged 3-cylinder engine with an electric motor and 14.9 kWh lithium-ion battery, providing WLTP-certified electric range up to 58 km and real-world range approximately 45 km. CO₂ emissions reach as low as 88 g/km.

Standard DC rapid charging capability charges the battery from 0-80% in approximately 30 minutes. A 7 kW home wall box completes a full charge in 2 hours 12 minutes. Based on average daily travel patterns, many families can complete routine Montreal-area driving using electric power alone.

Mild hybrid options provide immediate assistance during acceleration while harvesting energy during deceleration, improving efficiency without requiring plug-in infrastructure.

Montreal-Specific Advantages

The Discovery Sport's compact exterior dimensions (4,597 mm length, 2,069 mm width with mirrors folded) suit Montreal's urban environment. Underground parking clearances in downtown buildings, street parking in residential areas like Outremont, and navigation through Old Montreal's historic streets all favor vehicles that maximize interior space while minimizing external footprint.

The 11.8 m turning circle (kerb-to-kerb) enables maneuverability in tight spaces. All-Wheel Drive with Terrain Response 2 provides traction management for Quebec's winter conditions, while 600 mm wading depth addresses spring flooding or cottage access road conditions.

For families who refuse to choose between urban practicality and weekend capability, the Discovery Sport Landmark Edition delivers both. The vehicle manages daily school runs and grocery shopping as competently as it handles Highway 15 north to Tremblant or the route to Mauricie National Park.

Visit Decarie Land Rover in Montreal to explore the Discovery Sport Landmark Edition. Our team can demonstrate the 5+2 seating configurations, explain the Pivi Pro system, and arrange test drives that showcase both urban maneuverability and highway refinement.