Compare performance (406 HP vs 269 HP), boot space and price (58,300 £ vs 46,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Volvo XC60 or Land Rover Discovery Sport?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Land Rover Discovery Sport is clearly cheaper – starting at 46,500 £ , while the Volvo XC60 costs 58,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,820 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Volvo XC60 uses 1.6 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Land Rover Discovery Sport with 4.2 L/100km. The difference is about 2.6 L/100km.
As for electric range, the Volvo XC60 offers visibly more range – reaching up to 79 km, about 21 km more than the Land Rover Discovery Sport.
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 Volvo XC60 offers clearly more power – delivering 406 HP compared to 269 HP. That’s roughly 137 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC60 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.9 s, while the Land Rover Discovery Sport takes 7.4 s. That’s about 2.5 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo XC60 delivers somewhat more torque with 669 Nm compared to 540 Nm. That’s about 129 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 moderately lighter – 1,949 kg compared to 2,150 kg. The difference is around 201 kg.
When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Discovery Sport carries noticeably more – 641 kg compared to 510 kg. That’s a difference of about 131 kg.
The Volvo XC60 is far ahead overall 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 XC60 blends Scandinavian calm with confident presence, offering a cabin that feels plush without shouting for attention. It’s a smart pick for buyers after a composed ride, clever practicality and thoughtful safety touches — it even makes running the family shuttle feel almost serene, which is a small miracle.
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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
58,300 - 71,400 £
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Price
46,500 - 65,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
1.6 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.1 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
79 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
59 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
2,150 kg
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Curb weight
1,949 - 2,168 kg
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Trunk capacity
-
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,902 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
510 kg
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Payload
582 - 641 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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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
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
335 - 406 HP
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Power HP
163 - 269 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 5.7 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
589 - 669 Nm
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Torque
380 - 540 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
247 - 299 kW
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Power kW
120 - 198 kW
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Engine capacity
1,969 cm3
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,998 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
B
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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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