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Land Rover Discovery Sport vs Ford Kuga comparison

Compare performance (269 HP vs 243 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 Kuga?

Land Rover Discovery Sport vs Ford Kuga: Key differences

Land Rover Discovery Sport

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • marginally more power
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Ford Kuga

4.2 (6 Reviews)
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  • markedly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • somewhat more electric range
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly lighter
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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:

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.

Ford Kuga is markedly cheaper – starting at 34,200 £ , while the Land Rover Discovery Sport costs 46,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 12,215 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Ford Kuga uses 2.8 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Land Rover Discovery Sport with 4.2 L/100km. The difference is about 1.4 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Ford Kuga offers somewhat more range – reaching up to 68 km, about 10 km more than the Land Rover Discovery Sport.

Kuga

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 offers marginally more power – delivering 269 HP compared to 243 HP. That’s roughly 26 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Ford Kuga is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.3 s, while the Land Rover Discovery Sport takes 7.4 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Land Rover Discovery Sport delivers substantially more torque with 540 Nm compared to 240 Nm. That’s about 300 Nm more.

Discovery Sport

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, Ford Kuga is markedly lighter – 1,526 kg compared to 1,949 kg. The difference is around 423 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Discovery Sport carries slightly more – 641 kg compared to 550 kg. That’s a difference of about 91 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Ford Kuga is decisively ahead 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
Kuga

Ford Kuga

  • Engine Type Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 243 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.8 - 6.8 L/100km
  • Electric Range 68 km
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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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Reviews Land Rover Discovery Sport

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Ford Kuga

The Ford Kuga is a practical and comfortable compact SUV that balances everyday usability with a composed ride and adaptable interior. It offers sensible tech and safety features, making it a solid choice for families or anyone seeking a versatile, easy-to-live-with crossover.

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Richie Wid
3 Apr 2026, 13:13:55

PHEV model — very pleased with the car after 2.5 years. In the summer months it runs practically on electric power alone. The large 2.5‑litre engine is surprisingly frugal, about 0.5 l/mil. Downsides are the ventilation in winter, which causes fogged windows, and that we can now only charge the battery to 80%.

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Miguel
19 Oct 2025, 05:54:42

It's a car that strikes an excellent balance between quality and price.

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Land Rover Discovery Sport
Ford Kuga

Costs and Consumption
Price
46,500 - 65,700 £
Price
34,200 - 46,300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
58 km
Electric Range
68 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
95 - 187 g/km
co2
55 - 154 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
1,526 - 1,859 kg
Trunk capacity
780 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,894 mm
Width
1,882 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
582 - 641 kg
Payload
541 - 550 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 269 HP
Power HP
150 - 243 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.3 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
380 - 540 Nm
Torque
240 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
120 - 198 kW
Power kW
111 - 178 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,496 - 2,488 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D, B
Brand
Land Rover
Brand
Ford
What drive types are available for the Land Rover Discovery Sport?

The Land Rover Discovery Sport is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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