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VW Transporter Transporter vs Land Rover Discovery comparison

Compare performance (286 HP vs 350 HP), boot space and price (37,500 £ vs 67,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW Transporter Transporter or Land Rover Discovery?

VW Transporter Transporter vs Land Rover Discovery: Key differences

VW Transporter Transporter

  • considerably cheaper
  • a bit more efficient
  • noticeably lighter
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Land Rover Discovery

  • somewhat more power
  • a bit quicker 0–100 km/h
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

Transporter Transporter

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

VW Transporter Transporter is considerably cheaper – starting at 37,500 £ , while the Land Rover Discovery costs 67,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 29,856 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the VW Transporter Transporter uses 7.1 L/100km and is a bit more efficient than the Land Rover Discovery with 8.4 L/100km. The difference is about 1.3 L/100km.

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Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Land Rover Discovery offers somewhat more power – delivering 350 HP compared to 286 HP. That’s roughly 64 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Land Rover Discovery is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 6.3 s, while the VW Transporter Transporter takes 7.4 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Land Rover Discovery delivers significantly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 415 Nm. That’s about 285 Nm more.

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Land Rover Discovery offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, VW Transporter Transporter is noticeably lighter – 1,872 kg compared to 2,391 kg. The difference is around 519 kg.

When it comes to payload, the VW Transporter Transporter carries clearly more – 1,259 kg compared to 803 kg. That’s a difference of about 456 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Transporter Transporter 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.

from £37,500
Transporter Transporter

VW Transporter Transporter

  • Engine Type Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 110 - 286 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 7.1 - 8.4 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 21.9 - 24.4 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 56 - 331 km
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The VW Transporter is the workhorse of the modern tradesman, blending practical cleverness with a cabin that's actually pleasant to spend a long day in. It may not steal the style spotlight, but its unshowy durability, clever load solutions and easy-to-live-with character make it a sensible pick for businesses and weekend projects alike.

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The Land Rover Discovery blends genuine off-road prowess with grown-up luxury, making it a smart choice for buyers who want weekend adventure and weekday refinement in one package. It feels suitably rugged when the road ends and wonderfully civilized when the tarmac begins — a practical family hauler that also enjoys getting a little dirty.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
37,500 - 60,800 £
Price
67,400 - 97,600 £
Consumption L/100km
7.1 - 8.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.4 - 8.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 24.4 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
56 - 331 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
11.8 - 63.8 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 220 g/km
co2
221 - 223 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Cargo Van
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
2 - 5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
4 - 5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,872 - 2,462 kg
Curb weight
2,391 - 2,442 kg
Trunk capacity
-
Trunk capacity
172 - 986 L
Length
5,050 - 5,450 mm
Length
-
Width
2,032 mm
Width
2,073 mm
Height
1,966 - 1,985 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
755 - 1,259 kg
Payload
689 - 803 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
110 - 286 HP
Power HP
249 - 350 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 16.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 8.1 s
Max Speed
112 - 150 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
310 - 415 Nm
Torque
570 - 700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
81 - 210 kW
Power kW
183 - 257 kW
Engine capacity
1,996 - 2,488 cm3
Engine capacity
2,997 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
VW
Brand
Land Rover
Is the VW Transporter Transporter offered with different drivetrains?

The VW Transporter Transporter is available as Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive or Rear-Wheel Drive.

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