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Mitsubishi ASX vs Land Rover Discovery Sport comparison

Compare performance (158 HP vs 269 HP), boot space and price (21,800 £ vs 46,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Mitsubishi ASX or Land Rover Discovery Sport?

Mitsubishi ASX vs Land Rover Discovery Sport: Key differences

Mitsubishi ASX

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • significantly lighter
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Land Rover Discovery Sport

4.8 (3 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • marginally more efficient
  • visibly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly 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

ASX

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

Mitsubishi ASX is considerably cheaper – starting at 21,800 £ , while the Land Rover Discovery Sport costs 46,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24,695 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Land Rover Discovery Sport uses 4.2 L/100km and is marginally more efficient than the Mitsubishi ASX with 4.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.1 L/100km.

Discovery Sport

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Land Rover Discovery Sport offers significantly more power – delivering 269 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 111 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Land Rover Discovery Sport is visibly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Mitsubishi ASX takes 8.9 s. That’s about 1.5 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Land Rover Discovery Sport delivers clearly more torque with 540 Nm compared to 245 Nm. That’s about 295 Nm more.

ASX

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Mitsubishi ASX is significantly lighter – 1,296 kg compared to 1,949 kg. The difference is around 653 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Land Rover Discovery Sport offers clearly more boot space – 780 L compared to 484 L. That’s a difference of about 296 L.

When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Discovery Sport carries noticeably more – 641 kg compared to 445 kg. That’s a difference of about 196 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Land Rover Discovery Sport 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.

from £46,500
Discovery Sport

Land Rover Discovery Sport

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 163 - 269 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.2 - 7.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range 58 km
Mitsubishi ASX
Land Rover Discovery Sport

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Mitsubishi ASX

The Mitsubishi ASX is a compact crossover that mixes practicality with a no-nonsense personality, making it an easy choice for buyers who want sensible space without the showroom theatrics. It won't set your pulse racing, but its composed ride and user-friendly kit make it a dependable companion for daily errands and weekend escapes — reliable rather than flashy.

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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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Mitsubishi ASX
Land Rover Discovery Sport

Costs and Consumption

Price
21,800 - 32,700 £
Price
46,500 - 65,700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
58 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
99 - 136 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
1,296 - 1,493 kg
Curb weight
1,949 - 2,168 kg
Trunk capacity
348 - 484 L
Trunk capacity
780 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
1,797 mm
Width
1,894 mm
Height
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Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
397 - 445 kg
Payload
582 - 641 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 158 HP
Power HP
163 - 269 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 12.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
190 - 245 Nm
Torque
380 - 540 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Power kW
120 - 198 kW
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,789 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,998 cm3

General

Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
Mitsubishi
Brand
Land Rover
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