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Land Rover Discovery Sport vs VW Tayron comparison

Compare performance (269 HP vs 272 HP), boot space and price (46,500 £ vs 40,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Land Rover Discovery Sport or VW Tayron?

Land Rover Discovery Sport vs VW Tayron: Key differences

Land Rover Discovery Sport

4.8 (3 Reviews)
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VW Tayron

4.5 (6 Reviews)
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  • somewhat cheaper
  • very slightly more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • substantially more electric range
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat lighter
  • slightly more trunk space
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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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

VW Tayron is somewhat cheaper – starting at 40,200 £ , while the Land Rover Discovery Sport costs 46,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,236 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Tayron uses 1.5 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Land Rover Discovery Sport with 4.2 L/100km. The difference is about 2.7 L/100km.

As for electric range, the VW Tayron offers substantially more range – reaching up to 123 km, about 65 km more than the Land Rover Discovery Sport.

Tayron

Engine and Performance:

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 VW Tayron offers very slightly more power – delivering 272 HP compared to 269 HP. That’s roughly 3 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Tayron is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.1 s, while the Land Rover Discovery Sport takes 7.4 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Land Rover Discovery Sport delivers clearly more torque with 540 Nm compared to 400 Nm. That’s about 140 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, VW Tayron is somewhat lighter – 1,682 kg compared to 1,949 kg. The difference is around 267 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Tayron offers slightly more boot space – 885 L compared to 780 L. That’s a difference of about 105 L.

When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Discovery Sport carries slightly more – 641 kg compared to 573 kg. That’s a difference of about 68 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Tayron 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.

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Tayron

VW Tayron

  • Engine Type Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 150 - 272 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.5 - 8.5 L/100km
  • Electric Range 116 - 123 km
Land Rover Discovery Sport
VW Tayron

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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VW Tayron

The VW Tayron combines a roomy, practical interior with a composed, comfortable ride that suits both daily commuting and longer journeys. With a restrained, modern design and a focus on straightforward tech and safety, it’s a sensible choice for buyers who want Volkswagen refinement without unnecessary flash.

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Land Rover Discovery Sport
VW Tayron

Costs and Consumption

Price
46,500 - 65,700 £
Price
40,200 - 56,000 £
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 8.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
58 km
Electric Range
116 - 123 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
95 - 187 g/km
co2
33 - 192 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
1,682 - 1,948 kg
Trunk capacity
780 L
Trunk capacity
705 - 885 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,894 mm
Width
1,853 - 1,866 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
582 - 641 kg
Payload
497 - 573 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 269 HP
Power HP
150 - 272 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.1 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
380 - 540 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
120 - 198 kW
Power kW
110 - 200 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,984 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, G
Brand
Land Rover
Brand
VW
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