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Land Rover Discovery Sport vs Mazda CX-80 comparison

Compare performance (269 HP vs 327 HP), boot space and price (46,500 £ vs 49,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Land Rover Discovery Sport or Mazda CX-80?

Land Rover Discovery Sport vs Mazda CX-80: Key differences

Land Rover Discovery Sport

4.8 (3 Reviews)
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  • only slightly cheaper
  • barely lighter
  • significantly more trunk space
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Mazda CX-80

4 (2 Reviews)
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  • somewhat more power
  • barely more efficient
  • barely more electric range
  • barely 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:

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

Land Rover Discovery Sport is only slightly cheaper – starting at 46,500 £ , while the Mazda CX-80 costs 49,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,871 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mazda CX-80 uses 4 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the Land Rover Discovery Sport with 4.2 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.

As for electric range, the Mazda CX-80 offers barely more range – reaching up to 60 km, about 2 km more than the Land Rover Discovery Sport.

CX-80

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 Mazda CX-80 offers somewhat more power – delivering 327 HP compared to 269 HP. That’s roughly 58 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mazda CX-80 is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 6.8 s, while the Land Rover Discovery Sport takes 7.4 s. That’s about 0.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mazda CX-80 delivers marginally more torque with 550 Nm compared to 540 Nm. That’s about 10 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.

Seats: Mazda CX-80 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Land Rover Discovery Sport is barely lighter – 1,949 kg compared to 2,131 kg. The difference is around 182 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Land Rover Discovery Sport offers significantly more boot space – 780 L compared to 258 L. That’s a difference of about 522 L.

When it comes to payload, the Mazda CX-80 carries barely more – 650 kg compared to 641 kg. That’s a difference of about 9 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Mazda CX-80 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 £49,300
CX-80

Mazda CX-80

  • Engine Type Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 254 - 327 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4 - 5.6 L/100km
  • Electric Range 60 km
Land Rover Discovery Sport
Mazda CX-80

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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Mazda CX-80

The Mazda CX-80 brings polished, near-premium styling and a cabin that feels far classier than its badge might imply. It steers with a composed, engaging character and packs the sensible practicality families want — with just enough flair to make school runs feel a little less ordinary.

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Land Rover Discovery Sport
Mazda CX-80

Costs and Consumption

Price
46,500 - 65,700 £
Price
49,300 - 61,400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
58 km
Electric Range
60 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
95 - 187 g/km
co2
91 - 146 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,949 - 2,168 kg
Curb weight
2,131 - 2,240 kg
Trunk capacity
780 L
Trunk capacity
258 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,894 mm
Width
1,890 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
582 - 641 kg
Payload
649 - 650 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 269 HP
Power HP
254 - 327 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 - 8.4 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
380 - 540 Nm
Torque
500 - 550 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Power kW
120 - 198 kW
Power kW
187 - 241 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
2,488 - 3,283 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, E
Brand
Land Rover
Brand
Mazda
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