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Nissan Qashqai vs Land Rover Discovery comparison

Compare performance (205 HP vs 350 HP), boot space and price (29,600 £ vs 81,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Qashqai or Land Rover Discovery?

Nissan Qashqai vs Land Rover Discovery: Key differences

Nissan Qashqai

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • considerably lighter
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Land Rover Discovery

  • clearly more power
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Qashqai

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Nissan Qashqai is considerably cheaper – starting at 29,600 £ , while the Land Rover Discovery costs 81,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 51,395 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Nissan Qashqai uses 4.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Land Rover Discovery with 8.4 L/100km. The difference is about 4.1 L/100km.

Discovery

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 offers clearly more power – delivering 350 HP compared to 205 HP. That’s roughly 145 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Land Rover Discovery is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.3 s, while the Nissan Qashqai takes 7.6 s. That’s about 1.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Land Rover Discovery delivers considerably more torque with 700 Nm compared to 330 Nm. That’s about 370 Nm more.

Qashqai

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Land Rover Discovery offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Nissan Qashqai is considerably lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 2,391 kg. The difference is around 971 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Discovery carries clearly more – 803 kg compared to 516 kg. That’s a difference of about 287 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Nissan Qashqai is decisively ahead 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 £29,600
Qashqai

Nissan Qashqai

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 158 - 205 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.3 - 6.8 L/100km
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Nissan Qashqai

The Nissan Qashqai blends practical, family-friendly packaging with SUV styling that refuses to shout, making it a sensible and dependable choice for everyday life. It’s comfortable to live with, economical on the road, and neatly equipped enough to feel modern without ever feeling precious — perfect if you want crossover versatility without the drama.

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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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Land Rover Discovery

Costs and Consumption
Price
29,600 - 39,900 £
Price
81,000 - 96,900 £
Consumption L/100km
4.3 - 6.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.4 - 8.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
98 - 152 g/km
co2
221 - 223 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,420 - 1,624 kg
Curb weight
2,391 - 2,442 kg
Trunk capacity
479 - 504 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,835 mm
Width
2,073 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
446 - 516 kg
Payload
689 - 803 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT, Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
158 - 205 HP
Power HP
350 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 9.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
260 - 330 Nm
Torque
700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
116 - 151 kW
Power kW
257 kW
Engine capacity
1,332 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
2,997 cm3

General
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Nissan
Brand
Land Rover
What drive types are available for the Nissan Qashqai?

The Nissan Qashqai is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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