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Subaru Outback vs Land Rover Discovery Sport - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (169 HP vs 269 HP), boot space and price (37200 £ vs 46500 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru Outback or Land Rover Discovery Sport?

Subaru Outback

Land Rover Discovery Sport

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

Outback

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.

Subaru Outback has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 37200 £, while the Land Rover Discovery Sport costs 46500 £. That’s a price difference of around 9223 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Land Rover Discovery Sport manages with 4.20 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Subaru Outback with 8.60 L. The difference is about 4.40 L per 100 km.

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 Land Rover Discovery Sport has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 269 HP compared to 169 HP. That’s roughly 100 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Land Rover Discovery Sport is noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 7.40 s, while the Subaru Outback takes 10.20 s. That’s about 2.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Land Rover Discovery Sport performs slight better – reaching 209 km/h, while the Subaru Outback tops out at 193 km/h. The difference is around 16 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Land Rover Discovery Sport pulls clearly stronger with 540 Nm compared to 252 Nm. That’s about 288 Nm difference.

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 curb weight, Subaru Outback is somewhat lighter – 1643 kg compared to 1949 kg. The difference is around 306 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Land Rover Discovery Sport offers clearly perceptible more room – 780 L compared to 561 L. That’s a difference of about 219 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Subaru Outback performs somewhat better – up to 1822 L, which is about 248 L more than the Land Rover Discovery Sport.

When it comes to payload, Land Rover Discovery Sport to a small extent takes the win – 641 kg compared to 557 kg. That’s a difference of about 84 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Land Rover Discovery Sport proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Land Rover Discovery Sport is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £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
  • Electric Range : 58 km
Subaru Outback
Land Rover Discovery Sport

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Subaru Outback

The Subaru Outback is the do-it-all wagon for buyers who want SUV capability without the SUV bulk, blending rugged confidence with everyday civility. It's practical, dependable, and built to shrug off rough gravel tracks or rainy commutes with a grin — ideal for buyers who actually use their vehicles, not just park them for show.

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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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Subaru Outback
Land Rover Discovery Sport

Costs and Consumption

Price
37200 - 41600 £
Price
46500 - 65700 £
Consumption L/100km
8.60 L
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
58 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
12 kWh
co2
193 g/km
co2
95 - 187 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
63 L
Fuel tank capacity
58 - 65 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Estate
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1643 - 1676 kg
Curb weight
1949 - 2168 kg
Trunk capacity
561 L
Trunk capacity
780 L
Length
4870 mm
Length
4597 mm
Width
1875 mm
Width
1894 mm
Height
1670 - 1675 mm
Height
1727 mm
Max trunk capacity
1822 L
Max trunk capacity
1574 L
Payload
524 - 557 kg
Payload
582 - 641 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
169 HP
Power HP
163 - 269 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.20 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
193 km/h
Max Speed
190 - 209 km/h
Torque
252 Nm
Torque
380 - 540 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
124 kW
Power kW
120 - 198 kW
Engine capacity
2498 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1998 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
Subaru
Brand
Land Rover
Is the Subaru Outback offered with different drivetrains?

The Subaru Outback is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.