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Kia Sportage vs Land Rover Discovery Sport - Differences and prices compared
Compare performance (239 HP vs 269 HP), boot space and price (30200 £ vs 46500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia Sportage or Land Rover Discovery Sport?
Sportage
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.
Kia Sportage has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30200 £ , while the Land Rover Discovery Sport costs 46500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16295 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Land Rover Discovery Sport manages with 4.20 L and is therefore somewhat more efficient than the Kia Sportage with 5 L. The difference is about 0.80 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 a bit edge – offering 269 HP compared to 239 HP. That’s roughly 30 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Land Rover Discovery Sport is minimal quicker – completing the sprint in 7.40 s, while the Kia Sportage takes 7.90 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Land Rover Discovery Sport performs barely noticeable better – reaching 209 km/h, while the Kia Sportage tops out at 203 km/h. The difference is around 6 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Land Rover Discovery Sport pulls convincingly stronger with 540 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 220 Nm difference.
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Sportage
Space and Everyday Use:
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 curb weight, Kia Sportage is noticeable lighter – 1552 kg compared to 1949 kg. The difference is around 397 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Land Rover Discovery Sport offers distinct more room – 780 L compared to 587 L. That’s a difference of about 193 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Kia Sportage performs slightly better – up to 1776 L, which is about 202 L more than the Land Rover Discovery Sport.
When it comes to payload, Land Rover Discovery Sport barely noticeable takes the win – 641 kg compared to 580 kg. That’s a difference of about 61 kg.
Who comes out on top?
Overall, the Land Rover Discovery Sport shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
from about £46,500
Land Rover Discovery Sport
Kia Sportage
Land Rover Discovery Sport
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Kia Sportage
4.9 (2 Reviews)
The Kia Sportage proves you don't have to choose between style and sensible family motoring, wrapping modern, confident looks around a roomy, well-equipped cabin. It's an easy car to live with — comfortable on daily runs, pleasantly engaging when you want a bit of fun, and kind to your wallet so you can keep smiling at the fuel pump.
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Land Rover Discovery Sport
5 (1 Reviews)
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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Kia Sportage
Land Rover Discovery Sport
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
30200 - 43900 £
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Price
46500 - 65700 £
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.9 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.1 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
58 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
12 kWh
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co2
132 - 180 g/km
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co2
95 - 187 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
52 - 54 L
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Fuel tank capacity
58 - 65 L
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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
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1552 - 1733 kg
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Curb weight
1949 - 2168 kg
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Trunk capacity
526 - 587 L
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Trunk capacity
780 L
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Length
4540 mm
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Length
4597 mm
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Width
1865 mm
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Width
1894 mm
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Height
1645 mm
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Height
1727 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1715 - 1776 L
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Max trunk capacity
1574 L
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Payload
543 - 580 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, 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 - 239 HP
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Power HP
163 - 269 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 11.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.2 s
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Max Speed
180 - 203 km/h
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Max Speed
190 - 209 km/h
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Torque
250 - 320 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 - 176 kW
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Power kW
120 - 198 kW
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Engine capacity
1598 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1998 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, G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Land Rover
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Is the Kia Sportage offered with different drivetrains?
The Kia Sportage 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.