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Suzuki S-Cross vs Land Rover Discovery Sport - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (110 HP vs 269 HP), boot space and price (21800 £ vs 46500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Suzuki S-Cross or Land Rover Discovery Sport?

Suzuki S-Cross

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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Land Rover Discovery Sport

5 (1 Reviews)
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You can find all user reviews further down on this page.

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

S-Cross

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Suzuki S-Cross has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 21800 £ , while the Land Rover Discovery Sport costs 46500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 24695 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Land Rover Discovery Sport manages with 4.20 L and is therefore noticeable more efficient than the Suzuki S-Cross with 5.30 L. The difference is about 1.10 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 convincingly edge – offering 269 HP compared to 110 HP. That’s roughly 159 HP more horsepower.

In terms of top speed, the Land Rover Discovery Sport performs to a small extent better – reaching 209 km/h, while the Suzuki S-Cross tops out at 185 km/h. The difference is around 24 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Land Rover Discovery Sport pulls significantly stronger with 540 Nm compared to 235 Nm. That’s about 305 Nm difference.

S-Cross

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 curb weight, Suzuki S-Cross is significantly lighter – 1280 kg compared to 1949 kg. The difference is around 669 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Land Rover Discovery Sport offers decisively more room – 780 L compared to 430 L. That’s a difference of about 350 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Land Rover Discovery Sport performs distinct better – up to 1574 L, which is about 344 L more than the Suzuki S-Cross.

When it comes to payload, Land Rover Discovery Sport distinct takes the win – 641 kg compared to 405 kg. That’s a difference of about 236 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Land Rover Discovery Sport shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.

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
Suzuki S-Cross
Land Rover Discovery Sport

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Suzuki S-Cross

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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The Suzuki S-Cross is a neatly packaged crossover that puts everyday practicality ahead of showy theatrics, offering a comfortable cabin and predictable handling that suit family life and weekend errands alike. It’s not a headline-grabber, but its sensible packaging, low-key charm and reputation for reliability make it a shrewd choice for buyers who prefer smart value over flash.

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Land Rover Discovery Sport

5 (1 Reviews)
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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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Suzuki S-Cross
Land Rover Discovery Sport

Costs and Consumption

Price
21800 - 34200 £
Price
46500 - 65700 £
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 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
119 - 138 g/km
co2
95 - 187 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
47 L
Fuel tank capacity
58 - 65 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1280 - 1385 kg
Curb weight
1949 - 2168 kg
Trunk capacity
430 L
Trunk capacity
780 L
Length
4305 mm
Length
4597 mm
Width
1785 mm
Width
1894 mm
Height
1580 mm
Height
1727 mm
Max trunk capacity
1230 L
Max trunk capacity
1574 L
Payload
395 - 405 kg
Payload
582 - 641 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 HP
Power HP
163 - 269 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
180 - 185 km/h
Max Speed
190 - 209 km/h
Torque
235 Nm
Torque
380 - 540 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
81 kW
Power kW
120 - 198 kW
Engine capacity
1373 cm3
Engine capacity
1498 - 1998 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
Suzuki
Brand
Land Rover
What drive types are available for the Suzuki S-Cross?

The Suzuki S-Cross is available as Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.