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MINI Aceman vs Land Rover Discovery Sport comparison

Compare performance (258 HP vs 269 HP), boot space and price (27,000 £ vs 46,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – MINI Aceman or Land Rover Discovery Sport?

MINI Aceman vs Land Rover Discovery Sport: Key differences

MINI Aceman

4.5 (2 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit lighter
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Land Rover Discovery Sport

4.8 (3 Reviews)
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  • only slightly more power
  • significantly 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

Aceman

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.

MINI Aceman is substantially cheaper – starting at 27,000 £ , while the Land Rover Discovery Sport costs 46,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,457 £.

As for electric range, the MINI Aceman offers considerably more range – reaching up to 355 km, about 297 km more than the Land Rover Discovery Sport.

Discovery Sport

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 Sport offers only slightly more power – delivering 269 HP compared to 258 HP. That’s roughly 11 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the MINI Aceman is somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 6.4 s, while the Land Rover Discovery Sport takes 7.4 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Land Rover Discovery Sport delivers markedly more torque with 540 Nm compared to 350 Nm. That’s about 190 Nm more.

Aceman

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, MINI Aceman is a bit lighter – 1,720 kg compared to 1,949 kg. The difference is around 229 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Land Rover Discovery Sport offers significantly more boot space – 780 L compared to 300 L. That’s a difference of about 480 L.

When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Discovery Sport carries moderately more – 641 kg compared to 530 kg. That’s a difference of about 111 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The MINI Aceman holds a decisive overall lead 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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Aceman

MINI Aceman

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 184 - 258 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.1 - 16 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 309 - 355 km
MINI Aceman
Land Rover Discovery Sport

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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MINI Aceman

The MINI Aceman squeezes classic MINI charm into a sharper, more crossover-ready shape, trading some of the old curves for grown-up practicality while keeping the wink-and-grin personality buyers crave. Inside it's a surprisingly premium, customizable cabin that feels clever rather than cluttered, and on the road the Aceman is eager and nimble — ideal for city dwellers who want an SUV silhouette with proper fun behind the wheel.

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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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MINI Aceman
Land Rover Discovery Sport

Costs and Consumption

Price
27,000 - 36,400 £
Price
46,500 - 65,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 16 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
309 - 355 km
Electric Range
58 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
95 - 187 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
1,720 - 1,825 kg
Curb weight
1,949 - 2,168 kg
Trunk capacity
300 L
Trunk capacity
780 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,754 mm
Width
1,894 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
450 - 530 kg
Payload
582 - 641 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 - 258 HP
Power HP
163 - 269 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
290 - 350 Nm
Torque
380 - 540 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
135 - 190 kW
Power kW
120 - 198 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,998 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
MINI
Brand
Land Rover
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