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Kia XCeed vs Land Rover Discovery Sport comparison

Compare performance (180 HP vs 269 HP), boot space and price (23,100 £ vs 46,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia XCeed or Land Rover Discovery Sport?

Kia XCeed vs Land Rover Discovery Sport: Key differences

Kia XCeed

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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Land Rover Discovery Sport

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • somewhat 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.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

XCeed

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Kia XCeed is substantially cheaper – starting at 23,100 £ , while the Land Rover Discovery Sport costs 46,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23,323 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Land Rover Discovery Sport uses 4.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Kia XCeed with 6.3 L/100km. The difference is about 2.1 L/100km.

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 offers markedly more power – delivering 269 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 89 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Land Rover Discovery Sport is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Kia XCeed takes 8.5 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Land Rover Discovery Sport delivers significantly more torque with 540 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 275 Nm more.

XCeed

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 terms of curb weight, Kia XCeed is considerably lighter – 1,351 kg compared to 1,949 kg. The difference is around 598 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Land Rover Discovery Sport offers considerably more boot space – 780 L compared to 426 L. That’s a difference of about 354 L.

When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Discovery Sport carries noticeably more – 641 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 156 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.

from £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/100km
  • Electric Range 58 km
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Kia XCeed

Kia XCeed blends hatchback agility with a coupe-like stance, wrapping practical space in a handsome, modern package that punches above its class in style. It’s an easygoing everyday companion — comfy, well-equipped and priced to make sensible buyers smile — with just enough spark to keep weekend drives interesting.

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Reviews Kia XCeed

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Gouala
14 Dec 2025, 00:57:57

Navigation system update for islands like my home, Guadeloupe.

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Gerard
13 Dec 2025, 09:16:07

Quieter at higher speeds on the motorway. Better value for money.

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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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Kia XCeed
Land Rover Discovery Sport

Costs and Consumption
Price
23,100 - 33,000 £
Price
46,500 - 65,700 £
Consumption L/100km
6.3 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
58 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
143 - 155 g/km
co2
95 - 187 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,351 - 1,419 kg
Curb weight
1,949 - 2,168 kg
Trunk capacity
380 - 426 L
Trunk capacity
780 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,826 mm
Width
1,894 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
471 - 485 kg
Payload
582 - 641 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 180 HP
Power HP
163 - 269 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.5 - 12.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
200 - 265 Nm
Torque
380 - 540 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
85 - 132 kW
Power kW
120 - 198 kW
Engine capacity
998 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,998 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
Kia
Brand
Land Rover
Is the Kia XCeed offered with different drivetrains?

The Kia XCeed is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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