Compare performance (269 HP vs 918 HP), boot space and price (46,500 £ vs 92,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Land Rover Discovery Sport or Lotus Emeya?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Land Rover Discovery Sport is significantly cheaper – starting at 46,500 £ , while the Lotus Emeya costs 92,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 46,105 £.
As for electric range, the Lotus Emeya offers significantly more range – reaching up to 580 km, about 522 km more than the Land Rover Discovery Sport.
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 Lotus Emeya offers clearly more power – delivering 918 HP compared to 269 HP. That’s roughly 649 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Lotus Emeya is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the Land Rover Discovery Sport takes 7.4 s. That’s about 4.6 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Lotus Emeya delivers substantially more torque with 985 Nm compared to 540 Nm. That’s about 445 Nm more.
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 markedly lighter – 1,949 kg compared to 2,555 kg. The difference is around 606 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Land Rover Discovery Sport offers markedly more boot space – 780 L compared to 509 L. That’s a difference of about 271 L.
When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Discovery Sport carries somewhat more – 641 kg compared to 545 kg. That’s a difference of about 96 kg.
The Lotus Emeya 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.
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.
detailsThe Lotus Emeya arrives as a sleek electric grand tourer that manages to marry Lotus' trademark razor-sharp handling with enough practicality for daily life, so you can enjoy a corner with a grin and still fit the shopping. Inside it feels surprisingly grown-up — plush materials, smart tech and a driver-focused cockpit make it a tempting choice for buyers who want electric performance without losing the joy of driving.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
46,500 - 65,700 £
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Price
92,600 - 138,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.1 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 22.4 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
58 km
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Electric Range
485 - 580 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
98.9 kWh
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co2
95 - 187 g/km
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co2
0 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
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,949 - 2,168 kg
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Curb weight
2,555 - 2,650 kg
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Trunk capacity
780 L
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Trunk capacity
509 L
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Length
-
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Length
5,139 mm
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Width
1,894 mm
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Width
2,005 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,459 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,388 L
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Payload
582 - 641 kg
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Payload
450 - 545 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
163 - 269 HP
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Power HP
612 - 918 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.2 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 - 4.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
250 - 256 km/h
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Torque
380 - 540 Nm
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Torque
710 - 985 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
120 - 198 kW
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Power kW
450 - 675 kW
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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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
G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Land Rover
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Brand
Lotus
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