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Ford Transit Bus vs Land Rover Discovery Sport - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (150 HP vs 269 HP), boot space and price (50500 £ vs 46500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Ford Transit Bus or Land Rover Discovery Sport?

Ford Transit Bus

Land Rover Discovery Sport

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

Transit Bus

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Land Rover Discovery Sport has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 46500 £ , while the Ford Transit Bus costs 50500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4043 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Land Rover Discovery Sport manages with 4.20 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Ford Transit Bus with 9.40 L. The difference is about 5.20 L per 100 km.

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 has a decisively edge – offering 269 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 119 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: Land Rover Discovery Sport pulls noticeable stronger with 540 Nm compared to 390 Nm. That’s about 150 Nm difference.

Transit Bus

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: Ford Transit Bus offers significantly more seating capacity – 9 vs 5.

In curb weight, Land Rover Discovery Sport is somewhat lighter – 1949 kg compared to 2338 kg. The difference is around 389 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Land Rover Discovery Sport offers significantly more room – 780 L compared to 0 L. That’s a difference of about 780 L.

When it comes to payload, Ford Transit Bus significantly takes the win – 1162 kg compared to 641 kg. That’s a difference of about 521 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Land Rover Discovery Sport is far ahead overall 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.

Ford Transit Bus
Land Rover Discovery Sport

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from about £46,500
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

Ford Transit Bus

The Ford Transit is the reliable people-mover operators turn to when they need space, stamina and sensible running costs without fuss. It doesn't try to be glamorous, but its practical interior, flexible layouts and honest character make it a smart, stress-free choice for shuttle services and group transport.

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Land Rover Discovery Sport

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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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Ford Transit Bus
Land Rover Discovery Sport

Costs and Consumption

Price
50500 - 52900 £
Price
46500 - 65700 £
Consumption L/100km
9.4 - 9.5 L
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
58 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
12 kWh
co2
245 - 248 g/km
co2
95 - 187 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
70 L
Fuel tank capacity
58 - 65 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Bus
Body Type
SUV
Seats
9
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
2338 - 2385 kg
Curb weight
1949 - 2168 kg
Trunk capacity
0 L
Trunk capacity
780 L
Length
5531 - 5981 mm
Length
4597 mm
Width
2059 mm
Width
1894 mm
Height
2530 - 2533 mm
Height
1727 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1574 L
Payload
1115 - 1162 kg
Payload
582 - 641 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
130 - 150 HP
Power HP
163 - 269 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
190 - 209 km/h
Torque
360 - 390 Nm
Torque
380 - 540 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
96 - 110 kW
Power kW
120 - 198 kW
Engine capacity
1996 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1998 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
Ford
Brand
Land Rover
What drivetrain options does the Ford Transit Bus have?

Available configurations include Front-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.