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Mercedes S-Class vs Land Rover Discovery Sport comparison
Compare performance (635 HP vs 269 HP), boot space and price (104,000 £ vs 46,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mercedes S-Class or Land Rover Discovery Sport?
Mercedes S-Class vs Land Rover Discovery Sport: Key differences
S-Class
Costs and Efficiency:
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Land Rover Discovery Sport is considerably cheaper – starting at 46,500 £ , while the Mercedes S-Class costs 104,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 57,562 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Mercedes S-Class uses 2.2 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Land Rover Discovery Sport with 4.2 L/100km. The difference is about 2 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Mercedes S-Class offers considerably more range – reaching up to 118 km, about 60 km more than the Land Rover Discovery Sport.
Discovery Sport
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 Mercedes S-Class offers considerably more power – delivering 635 HP compared to 269 HP. That’s roughly 366 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Mercedes S-Class is substantially 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 S-Class delivers clearly more torque with 850 Nm compared to 540 Nm. That’s about 310 Nm more.
S-Class
Space and Everyday Use:
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Land Rover Discovery Sport is somewhat lighter – 1,949 kg compared to 2,165 kg. The difference is around 216 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Land Rover Discovery Sport offers noticeably more boot space – 780 L compared to 530 L. That’s a difference of about 250 L.
When it comes to payload, the Mercedes S-Class carries only slightly more – 660 kg compared to 641 kg. That’s a difference of about 19 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Mercedes S-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.
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Mercedes S-Class
Mercedes S-Class
Land Rover Discovery Sport
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Mercedes S-Class
The Mercedes S-Class wraps peerless comfort, whisper-quiet luxury and subtle tech wizardry into a chauffeur-ready package that still knows how to engage the driver. It’s the car for buyers who want to arrive relaxed, be taken seriously and occasionally enjoy a grin when the road reminds them this limousine can dance.
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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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Mercedes S-Class
Land Rover Discovery Sport
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
104,000 - 201,400 £
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Price
46,500 - 65,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.2 - 11 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
98 - 118 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
50 - 252 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
2,165 - 2,650 kg
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Curb weight
1,949 - 2,168 kg
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Trunk capacity
345 - 530 L
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Trunk capacity
780 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,921 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
420 - 660 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
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
336 - 635 HP
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Power HP
163 - 269 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4 - 5.7 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
560 - 850 Nm
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Torque
380 - 540 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
247 - 467 kW
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Power kW
120 - 198 kW
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Engine capacity
2,989 - 3,982 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,998 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, F
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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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