Compare performance (585 HP vs 269 HP), boot space and price (50,500 £ vs 46,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes E-Class or Land Rover Discovery Sport?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Land Rover Discovery Sport is barely cheaper – starting at 46,500 £ , while the Mercedes E-Class costs 50,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,033 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes E-Class uses 1.5 L/100km and is considerably 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 Mercedes E-Class offers substantially more range – reaching up to 116 km, about 58 km more than the Land Rover Discovery Sport.
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 Mercedes E-Class offers clearly more power – delivering 585 HP compared to 269 HP. That’s roughly 316 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes E-Class is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4 s, while the Land Rover Discovery Sport takes 7.4 s. That’s about 3.4 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes E-Class delivers noticeably more torque with 750 Nm compared to 540 Nm. That’s about 210 Nm more.
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, Mercedes E-Class is barely lighter – 1,810 kg compared to 1,949 kg. The difference is around 139 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Land Rover Discovery Sport offers markedly more boot space – 780 L compared to 540 L. That’s a difference of about 240 L.
When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Discovery Sport carries very slightly more – 641 kg compared to 640 kg. That’s a difference of about 1 kg.
The Mercedes E-Class stands well ahead of its rival 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.
The Mercedes E‑Class is the executive saloon that balances calm refinement with a hint of sporting intent, wrapping luxury in tasteful understatement. It pampers occupants with a composed ride and intuitive tech while quietly reminding you that it’s still very much a Mercedes — authoritative, polished, and unwilling to shout for attention.
detailsDiscovery 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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Price
50,500 - 119,700 £
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Price
46,500 - 65,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.5 - 7.5 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.1 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
101 - 116 km
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Electric Range
58 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
39 - 172 g/km
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co2
95 - 187 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
Sedan
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,810 - 2,390 kg
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Curb weight
1,949 - 2,168 kg
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Trunk capacity
370 - 540 L
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Trunk capacity
780 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,880 mm
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Width
1,894 mm
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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
530 - 640 kg
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Payload
582 - 641 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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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
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
186 - 585 HP
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Power HP
163 - 269 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 8.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
320 - 750 Nm
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Torque
380 - 540 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
137 - 430 kW
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Power kW
120 - 198 kW
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Engine capacity
1,993 - 2,999 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,998 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, F, B, D
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
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Brand
Mercedes-Benz
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Brand
Land Rover
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