Compare performance (340 HP vs 269 HP), boot space and price (36800 £ vs 46500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW ID.5 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.
VW ID.5 has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 36800 £ , while the Land Rover Discovery Sport costs 46500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9626 £.
As for electric range, the VW ID.5 performs decisively better – achieving up to 559 km, about 501 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 VW ID.5 has a noticeable edge – offering 340 HP compared to 269 HP. That’s roughly 71 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID.5 is distinct quicker – completing the sprint in 5.40 s, while the Land Rover Discovery Sport takes 7.40 s. That’s about 2 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Land Rover Discovery Sport performs to a small extent better – reaching 209 km/h, while the VW ID.5 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 29 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: VW ID.5 pulls evident stronger with 679 Nm compared to 540 Nm. That’s about 139 Nm difference.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Land Rover Discovery Sport is slight lighter – 1949 kg compared to 1963 kg. The difference is around 14 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Land Rover Discovery Sport offers distinct more room – 780 L compared to 549 L. That’s a difference of about 231 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Land Rover Discovery Sport performs slight better – up to 1574 L, which is about 13 L more than the VW ID.5.
When it comes to payload, Land Rover Discovery Sport a bit takes the win – 641 kg compared to 549 kg. That’s a difference of about 92 kg.
The VW ID.5 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.
VW ID.5 dresses electric power in a sleek, coupe-like profile that turns sensible motoring into something a touch more stylish and smug. Inside it’s spacious and user-friendly, with calm, confidence-inspiring driving that suits buyers who want EV simplicity without the sci‑fi theatrics.
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
36800 - 48400 £
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Price
46500 - 65700 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.1 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.7 - 16.6 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
363 - 559 km
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Electric Range
58 km
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Battery Capacity
52 - 79 kWh
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Battery Capacity
12 kWh
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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
58 - 65 L
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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
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1963 - 2233 kg
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Curb weight
1949 - 2168 kg
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Trunk capacity
549 L
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Trunk capacity
780 L
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Length
4582 - 4599 mm
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Length
4597 mm
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Width
1852 mm
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Width
1894 mm
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Height
1601 - 1618 mm
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Height
1727 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1561 L
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Max trunk capacity
1574 L
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Payload
517 - 549 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
170 - 340 HP
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Power HP
163 - 269 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 8.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.2 s
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Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
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Max Speed
190 - 209 km/h
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Torque
310 - 679 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
125 - 250 kW
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Power kW
120 - 198 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1998 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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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
VW
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Brand
Land Rover
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The VW ID.5 is available as Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.