Compare performance (442 HP vs 269 HP), boot space and price (46,500 £ vs 46,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo EC40 or Land Rover Discovery Sport?
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.
Land Rover Discovery Sport is marginally cheaper – starting at 46,500 £ , while the Volvo EC40 costs 46,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 77 £.
As for electric range, the Volvo EC40 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 585 km, about 527 km more than the Land Rover Discovery Sport.
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 Volvo EC40 offers clearly more power – delivering 442 HP compared to 269 HP. That’s roughly 173 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EC40 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Land Rover Discovery Sport takes 7.4 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EC40 delivers a bit more torque with 670 Nm compared to 540 Nm. That’s about 130 Nm more.
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, Land Rover Discovery Sport is very slightly lighter – 1,949 kg compared to 2,065 kg. The difference is around 116 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Discovery Sport carries noticeably more – 641 kg compared to 435 kg. That’s a difference of about 206 kg.
The Volvo EC40 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.
The Volvo EC40 feels like a polished slice of Scandinavian calm on wheels, blending minimalist design with a cocoon-like interior that makes everyday driving surprisingly serene. It’s an electric compact that puts safety and comfort front and center, while still injecting enough personality and tech-savvy charm to keep city buyers smiling.
detailsDiscovery 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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Price
46,500 - 59,000 £
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Price
46,500 - 65,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.1 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.2 - 17.3 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
486 - 585 km
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Electric Range
58 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
95 - 187 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
2,065 - 2,185 kg
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Curb weight
1,949 - 2,168 kg
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Trunk capacity
404 L
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Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,873 mm
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Width
1,894 mm
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Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
395 - 435 kg
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Payload
582 - 641 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
238 - 442 HP
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Power HP
163 - 269 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.3 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.2 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
420 - 670 Nm
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Torque
380 - 540 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
175 - 325 kW
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Power kW
120 - 198 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,998 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
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Brand
Volvo
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Brand
Land Rover
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