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Land Rover Discovery Sport vs Ford Explorer EV comparison

Compare performance (269 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (46,500 £ vs 34,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Land Rover Discovery Sport or Ford Explorer EV?

Land Rover Discovery Sport vs Ford Explorer EV: Key differences

Land Rover Discovery Sport

4.8 (3 Reviews)
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  • marginally lighter
  • visibly more trunk space
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Ford Explorer EV

4.7 (5 Reviews)
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  • noticeably cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • clearly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

Discovery Sport

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Ford Explorer EV is noticeably cheaper – starting at 34,200 £ , while the Land Rover Discovery Sport costs 46,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,257 £.

As for electric range, the Ford Explorer EV offers clearly more range – reaching up to 602 km, about 544 km more than the Land Rover Discovery Sport.

Explorer EV

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Ford Explorer EV offers markedly more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 269 HP. That’s roughly 71 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Explorer EV is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.3 s, while the Land Rover Discovery Sport takes 7.4 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Ford Explorer EV delivers markedly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 540 Nm. That’s about 139 Nm more.

Discovery Sport

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Land Rover Discovery Sport is marginally lighter – 1,949 kg compared to 1,996 kg. The difference is around 47 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Land Rover Discovery Sport offers visibly more boot space – 780 L compared to 472 L. That’s a difference of about 308 L.

When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Discovery Sport carries marginally more – 641 kg compared to 585 kg. That’s a difference of about 56 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Explorer EV 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.

from £34,200
Explorer EV

Ford Explorer EV

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 190 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 417 - 602 km
Land Rover Discovery Sport
Ford Explorer EV

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Ford Explorer EV

The Explorer EV brings the familiar presence and practicality of an Explorer into the electric age, offering roomy comfort and modern tech for everyday life and family trips. It feels composed on the road and serves as a straightforward, user-friendly alternative to conventional gas-powered SUVs.

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Land Rover Discovery Sport
Ford Explorer EV

Costs and Consumption

Price
46,500 - 65,700 £
Price
34,200 - 49,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 17.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
58 km
Electric Range
417 - 602 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
95 - 187 g/km
co2
0 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
1,949 - 2,168 kg
Curb weight
1,996 - 2,209 kg
Trunk capacity
780 L
Trunk capacity
472 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,894 mm
Width
1,872 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
582 - 641 kg
Payload
531 - 585 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 269 HP
Power HP
190 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.3 - 8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
380 - 540 Nm
Torque
350 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
120 - 198 kW
Power kW
140 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Land Rover
Brand
Ford
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