Compare performance (288 HP vs 269 HP), boot space and price (20,900 £ vs 46,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Tucson or Land Rover Discovery Sport?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Hyundai Tucson is considerably cheaper – starting at 20,900 £ , while the Land Rover Discovery Sport costs 46,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 25,560 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Hyundai Tucson uses 2.7 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Land Rover Discovery Sport with 4.2 L/100km. The difference is about 1.5 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Hyundai Tucson offers moderately more range – reaching up to 70 km, about 12 km more than the Land Rover Discovery Sport.
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 Hyundai Tucson offers barely more power – delivering 288 HP compared to 269 HP. That’s roughly 19 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Land Rover Discovery Sport is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Hyundai Tucson takes 7.5 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Land Rover Discovery Sport delivers clearly more torque with 540 Nm compared to 379 Nm. That’s about 161 Nm more.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Hyundai Tucson is markedly lighter – 1,542 kg compared to 1,949 kg. The difference is around 407 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Discovery Sport carries moderately more – 641 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 96 kg.
The Hyundai Tucson holds a decisive overall lead 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.
Hyundai Tucson marries bold, sculpted looks with a clever, roomy cabin that feels smarter than its price tag suggests. It's composed on the road, easy to live with day-to-day, and a sensible choice for buyers who want SUV style without the showroom theatrics.
detailsDiscovery 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
20,900 - 47,900 £
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Price
46,500 - 65,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.1 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
63 - 70 km
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Electric Range
58 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
62 - 172 g/km
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co2
95 - 187 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,542 - 1,893 kg
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Curb weight
1,949 - 2,168 kg
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Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
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Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,865 mm
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Width
1,894 mm
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Height
-
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
518 - 545 kg
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Payload
582 - 641 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
136 - 288 HP
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Power HP
163 - 269 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
250 - 379 Nm
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Torque
380 - 540 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
100 - 212 kW
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Power kW
120 - 198 kW
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Engine capacity
1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,998 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
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Brand
Hyundai
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Brand
Land Rover
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