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Land Rover Discovery vs Subaru Solterra comparison

Compare performance (350 HP vs 343 HP), boot space and price (67,400 £ vs 39,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Land Rover Discovery or Subaru Solterra?

Land Rover Discovery vs Subaru Solterra: Key differences

Land Rover Discovery

  • marginally more power
  • substantially more trunk space
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Subaru Solterra

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • somewhat 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

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Subaru Solterra is significantly cheaper – starting at 39,400 £ , while the Land Rover Discovery costs 67,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 27,951 £.

Solterra

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 offers marginally more power – delivering 350 HP compared to 343 HP. That’s roughly 7 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Subaru Solterra is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.1 s, while the Land Rover Discovery takes 6.3 s. That’s about 1.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Land Rover Discovery delivers visibly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 437 Nm. That’s about 263 Nm more.

Discovery

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Land Rover Discovery offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru Solterra is somewhat lighter – 2,117 kg compared to 2,391 kg. The difference is around 274 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Land Rover Discovery offers substantially more boot space – 986 L compared to 452 L. That’s a difference of about 534 L.

When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Discovery carries considerably more – 803 kg compared to 468 kg. That’s a difference of about 335 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Subaru Solterra is clearly 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.

from £39,400
Solterra

Subaru Solterra

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 343 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.6 - 15.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 471 - 511 km
Land Rover Discovery
Subaru Solterra

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Land Rover Discovery

The Land Rover Discovery blends genuine off-road prowess with grown-up luxury, making it a smart choice for buyers who want weekend adventure and weekday refinement in one package. It feels suitably rugged when the road ends and wonderfully civilized when the tarmac begins — a practical family hauler that also enjoys getting a little dirty.

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Subaru Solterra

The Subaru Solterra translates Subaru's rugged, go-anywhere character into an electric package, offering sure-footed handling and a thoughtfully practical cabin that feels ready for weekend escapes. It isn't trying to outshine flashier rivals — instead it stakes its claim on reliability and friendly simplicity, making it a sensible, slightly cheeky choice for buyers who want an EV that behaves like a Subaru.

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Land Rover Discovery
Subaru Solterra

Costs and Consumption

Price
67,400 - 97,600 £
Price
39,400 - 45,400 £
Consumption L/100km
8.4 - 8.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 15.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
471 - 511 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
221 - 223 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Off-Roader
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,391 - 2,442 kg
Curb weight
2,117 - 2,154 kg
Trunk capacity
172 - 986 L
Trunk capacity
452 L
Length
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Length
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Width
2,073 mm
Width
1,860 mm
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
689 - 803 kg
Payload
431 - 468 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
249 - 350 HP
Power HP
343 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
570 - 700 Nm
Torque
437 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
183 - 257 kW
Power kW
252 kW
Engine capacity
2,997 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Land Rover
Brand
Subaru
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