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Fiat 500 vs Land Rover Discovery Sport comparison

Compare performance (118 HP vs 269 HP), boot space and price (17,100 £ vs 46,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Fiat 500 or Land Rover Discovery Sport?

Fiat 500 vs Land Rover Discovery Sport: Key differences

Fiat 500

3.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
  • substantially lighter
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Land Rover Discovery Sport

4.8 (3 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • markedly more efficient
  • noticeably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

500

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Fiat 500 is clearly cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the Land Rover Discovery Sport costs 46,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 29,323 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Land Rover Discovery Sport uses 4.2 L/100km and is markedly more efficient than the Fiat 500 with 5.2 L/100km. The difference is about 1 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Fiat 500 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 331 km, about 273 km more than the Land Rover Discovery Sport.

Discovery Sport

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Land Rover Discovery Sport offers substantially more power – delivering 269 HP compared to 118 HP. That’s roughly 151 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Land Rover Discovery Sport is noticeably quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Fiat 500 takes 9 s. That’s about 1.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Land Rover Discovery Sport delivers substantially more torque with 540 Nm compared to 220 Nm. That’s about 320 Nm more.

500

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Land Rover Discovery Sport offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Fiat 500 is substantially lighter – 1,130 kg compared to 1,949 kg. The difference is around 819 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Land Rover Discovery Sport offers considerably more boot space – 780 L compared to 185 L. That’s a difference of about 595 L.

When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Discovery Sport carries substantially more – 641 kg compared to 325 kg. That’s a difference of about 316 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Land Rover Discovery Sport holds a slight edge 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.

from £46,500
Discovery Sport

Land Rover Discovery Sport

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Plug-in Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 163 - 269 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.2 - 7.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range 58 km
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Fiat 500

The Fiat 500 is a cheeky, retro‑styled city car that turns heads with its iconic looks and playful personality. Perfect for weaving through tight streets and easing into tiny parking spots, it’s aimed at buyers who want style and character more than grand touring prowess.

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Reviews Fiat 500

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Reijo Muhonen
28 Feb 2026, 16:46:06

I've owned both cars, and I still end up with the Fiat 500 — it always puts me in a good mood. For longer trips I take the train.

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Land Rover Discovery Sport

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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Land Rover Discovery Sport

Costs and Consumption
Price
17,100 - 27,400 £
Price
46,500 - 65,700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 5.3 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13 - 14.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
190 - 331 km
Electric Range
58 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 121 g/km
co2
95 - 187 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,130 - 1,475 kg
Curb weight
1,949 - 2,168 kg
Trunk capacity
183 - 185 L
Trunk capacity
780 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,683 - 1,684 mm
Width
1,894 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
250 - 325 kg
Payload
582 - 641 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plug-in Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic, Manual
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
65 - 118 HP
Power HP
163 - 269 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9 - 16.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
92 - 220 Nm
Torque
380 - 540 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
48 - 87 kW
Power kW
120 - 198 kW
Engine capacity
999 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,998 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
Fiat
Brand
Land Rover
Is the Fiat 500 offered with different drivetrains?

The Fiat 500 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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