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Land Rover Discovery Sport vs Kia Sorento comparison
Compare performance (269 HP vs 288 HP), boot space and price (46,500 £ vs 47,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Land Rover Discovery Sport or Kia Sorento?
Land Rover Discovery Sport vs Kia Sorento: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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.
Land Rover Discovery Sport is barely cheaper – starting at 46,500 £ , while the Kia Sorento costs 47,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 848 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Kia Sorento uses 3.9 L/100km and is only slightly more efficient than the Land Rover Discovery Sport with 4.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.3 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Land Rover Discovery Sport offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 58 km, about 3 km more than the Kia Sorento.
Sorento
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 Kia Sorento offers only slightly 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 Kia Sorento takes 8 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Land Rover Discovery Sport delivers moderately more torque with 540 Nm compared to 440 Nm. That’s about 100 Nm more.
Discovery Sport
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.
Seats: Kia Sorento offers more seats – 7 vs 5.
In terms of curb weight, Kia Sorento is only slightly lighter – 1,855 kg compared to 1,949 kg. The difference is around 94 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Land Rover Discovery Sport offers marginally more boot space – 780 L compared to 705 L. That’s a difference of about 75 L.
When it comes to payload, the Kia Sorento carries barely more – 685 kg compared to 641 kg. That’s a difference of about 44 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Kia Sorento holds a narrow 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 £47,300
Kia Sorento
Land Rover Discovery Sport
Kia Sorento
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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 Sorento
The Kia Sorento blends roomy practicality with smart tech and an unexpectedly composed highway manner, making it an easy choice for families who want comfort without fuss. It presents classy interior touches and sensible packaging at a realistic price, proving you don't need to shout to be noticed in the SUV crowd.
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Land Rover Discovery Sport
Kia Sorento
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
46,500 - 65,700 £
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Price
47,300 - 60,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
3.9 - 7 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
58 km
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Electric Range
55 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
95 - 187 g/km
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co2
87 - 174 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 - 7
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,949 - 2,168 kg
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Curb weight
1,855 - 2,110 kg
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Trunk capacity
780 L
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Trunk capacity
175 - 705 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,894 mm
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Width
1,900 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
582 - 641 kg
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Payload
162 - 685 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
163 - 269 HP
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Power HP
194 - 288 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8 - 9.7 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
380 - 540 Nm
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Torque
380 - 440 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
120 - 198 kW
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Power kW
142 - 212 kW
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,598 - 2,151 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2025
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Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B
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Brand
Land Rover
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Brand
Kia
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