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Land Rover Discovery vs Tesla Model Y comparison

Compare performance (350 HP vs 460 HP), boot space and price (67,400 £ vs 34,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Land Rover Discovery or Tesla Model Y?

Land Rover Discovery vs Tesla Model Y: Key differences

Land Rover Discovery

  • moderately more trunk space
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Tesla Model Y

4.5 (8 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly 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:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Tesla Model Y is significantly cheaper – starting at 34,300 £ , while the Land Rover Discovery costs 67,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 33,094 £.

Model Y

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Tesla Model Y offers clearly more power – delivering 460 HP compared to 350 HP. That’s roughly 110 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model Y is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Land Rover Discovery takes 6.3 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Land Rover Discovery delivers marginally more torque with 700 Nm compared to 660 Nm. That’s about 40 Nm more.

Discovery

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 7 people.

In terms of curb weight, Tesla Model Y is clearly lighter – 1,976 kg compared to 2,391 kg. The difference is around 415 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Land Rover Discovery offers moderately more boot space – 986 L compared to 836 L. That’s a difference of about 150 L.

When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Discovery carries clearly more – 803 kg compared to 472 kg. That’s a difference of about 331 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model Y is clearly superior 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 £34,300
Model Y

Tesla Model Y

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 299 - 460 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 13.1 - 16.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 534 - 622 km
Land Rover Discovery
Tesla Model Y

Costs and Consumption

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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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Tesla Model Y

The Tesla Model Y is a compact electric SUV that pairs practical interior space with a minimalist, tech-forward cabin that feels modern and airy. Its confident electric performance and suite of driver-assist features make everyday driving effortless, and regular software updates help the car stay fresh over time.

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Land Rover Discovery
Tesla Model Y

Costs and Consumption

Price
67,400 - 97,600 £
Price
34,300 - 53,100 £
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
13.1 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
534 - 622 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
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Off-Roader
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,391 - 2,442 kg
Curb weight
1,976 - 2,108 kg
Trunk capacity
172 - 986 L
Trunk capacity
822 - 836 L
Length
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Length
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Width
2,073 mm
Width
1,920 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
689 - 803 kg
Payload
435 - 472 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, Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
249 - 350 HP
Power HP
299 - 460 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.2 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
570 - 700 Nm
Torque
420 - 660 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
183 - 257 kW
Power kW
220 - 338 kW
Engine capacity
2,997 cm3
Engine capacity
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General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Land Rover
Brand
Tesla
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