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Dacia Duster vs Land Rover Discovery Sport - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (158 HP vs 269 HP), boot space and price (16300 £ vs 46500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Dacia Duster or Land Rover Discovery Sport?

Dacia Duster

5 (2 Reviews)
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Land Rover Discovery Sport

5 (1 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Duster

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Dacia Duster has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 16300 £ , while the Land Rover Discovery Sport costs 46500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 30180 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Land Rover Discovery Sport manages with 4.20 L and is therefore somewhat more efficient than the Dacia Duster with 4.70 L. The difference is about 0.50 L per 100 km.

Discovery Sport

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Land Rover Discovery Sport has a decisively edge – offering 269 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 111 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Land Rover Discovery Sport is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 7.40 s, while the Dacia Duster takes 9.40 s. That’s about 2 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Land Rover Discovery Sport performs a bit better – reaching 209 km/h, while the Dacia Duster tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 29 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Land Rover Discovery Sport pulls decisively stronger with 540 Nm compared to 230 Nm. That’s about 310 Nm difference.

Duster

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Dacia Duster is convincingly lighter – 1377 kg compared to 1949 kg. The difference is around 572 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Land Rover Discovery Sport offers evident more room – 780 L compared to 517 L. That’s a difference of about 263 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Dacia Duster performs minimal better – up to 1609 L, which is about 35 L more than the Land Rover Discovery Sport.

When it comes to payload, Land Rover Discovery Sport clearly perceptible takes the win – 641 kg compared to 453 kg. That’s a difference of about 188 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Land Rover Discovery Sport sits well ahead of its rival in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

Dacia Duster
Land Rover Discovery Sport

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Discovery Sport

Land Rover Discovery Sport

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 163 - 269 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.2 - 7.1 L
  • Electric Range : 58 km

Dacia Duster

5 (2 Reviews)
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The Dacia Duster is a no-nonsense compact SUV that delivers rugged practicality and surprisingly comfortable everyday driving without fuss. It might not win any beauty contests, but its honest design, easy-to-live-with cabin and tough attitude make it a smart pick for buyers who want reliable transport without luxury frills.

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Land Rover Discovery Sport

5 (1 Reviews)
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Discovery Sport wears Land Rover’s rugged badge with compact poise, blending a comfortable, well-crafted cabin and genuine off-road confidence for buyers who want versatility without showroom bluster. It settles smoothly on the road with composed manners and a cheeky British charm, making it an appealing pick for families who crave practicality with a hint of adventure.

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Dacia Duster
Land Rover Discovery Sport

Costs and Consumption

Price
16300 - 24900 £
Price
46500 - 65700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 7.5 L
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
58 km
Battery Capacity
0.60 kWh
Battery Capacity
12 kWh
co2
107 - 124 g/km
co2
95 - 187 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
50 L
Fuel tank capacity
58 - 65 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1377 - 1455 kg
Curb weight
1949 - 2168 kg
Trunk capacity
348 - 517 L
Trunk capacity
780 L
Length
4343 mm
Length
4597 mm
Width
1813 mm
Width
1894 mm
Height
1656 - 1659 mm
Height
1727 mm
Max trunk capacity
1414 - 1609 L
Max trunk capacity
1574 L
Payload
450 - 453 kg
Payload
582 - 641 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid, LPG
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 158 HP
Power HP
163 - 269 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.4 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
190 - 209 km/h
Torque
190 - 230 Nm
Torque
380 - 540 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Power kW
120 - 198 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1789 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1998 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
Dacia
Brand
Land Rover
What drivetrain options does the Dacia Duster have?

The Dacia Duster is offered with Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.