Land Rover Discovery Sport vs Kia Sportage
A detailed look at how two of Australia's most popular SUVs compare on price, running costs, safety, and everyday livability.
Specifications and pricing correct at time of publishing. Prices are RRP before on-road costs unless stated otherwise. Always confirm with the manufacturer or dealer before purchasing.
Land Rover Discovery Sport
Price TBC
SUV
Petrol
2.0 litre Ingenium turbocharged petrol four-cylinder
147kW
8.4 L/100km
ANCAP: no data
897L
Kia Sportage
From $38,490
SUV
Petrol
Petrol
115kW
8.1 L/100km
5★ ANCAP
543L
Land Rover Discovery Sport: we're still completing price, width, kerb weight and warranty.
A blank cell below means we don't have that figure, not that the car scores badly on it. We leave them empty rather than estimate, so any row where one car is blank isn't a like-for-like comparison yet.
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Price Breakdown
Pricing for one or both models is yet to be confirmed for the Australian market. We will update this comparison when official RRPs are announced.
Safety Rundown
ANCAP safety ratings have not been published for both models yet. We will update this section when crash test results are available.
Feature Showdown
The Land Rover Discovery Sport features a 11.4-inch touchscreen, while the Kia Sportage gets a 12.3-inch display and 4-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.
The Land Rover Discovery Sport stands out with wireless charging and power tailgate — features our data doesn't list for the Kia Sportage. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.
Interior trim differs: the Land Rover Discovery Sport gets duoleather upholstery while the Kia Sportage offers cloth. Climate control is 2-zone in the Land Rover Discovery Sport and 1-zone in the Kia Sportage.
Drivetrain
The Land Rover Discovery Sport uses a 2.0 litre Ingenium turbocharged petrol four-cylinder producing 147kW and 320Nm of torque, sent through a 9-speed automatic to a AWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 8.9 seconds.
The Kia Sportage responds with a Petrol making 115kW and 192Nm, paired to a automatic driving the front wheels.
The Land Rover Discovery Sport has the clear power advantage at 147kW vs 115kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.
Space & Comfort
The Land Rover Discovery Sport measures 4,597mm long on a 2,741mm wheelbase, 88mm shorter than the Kia Sportage at 4,685mm (2,755mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Kia Sportage generally means more rear legroom.
Boot space is 897L in the Land Rover Discovery Sport and 543L in the Kia Sportage, giving the Land Rover Discovery Sport a 354L advantage.
For towing, the Land Rover Discovery Sport leads with a 2,000kg braked capacity vs 1,650kg. That 350kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.
Turning Circle
Kerb-to-kerb diameter. Smaller turns easier in tight carparks and U-turns.
11.4m to 11.8m
Based on 11.8m turning circle:
- U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
- Standard parking bay
- Tight carparks
- Narrow laneways
Based on 11.4m turning circle:
- U-turn on standard street (7m+ wide)
- Standard parking bay
- Tight carparks
- Narrow laneways
Turning circle ratings
Compare U-turns side by side
Turning Circle · U-turn compare
kerb-to-kerb, 2 cars0 of 2 clear a 7.0 m street in one sweep
Green cars complete the U-turn; amber need a 3-point turn. Drag the slider to test tighter streets.
Standard widths: AU local streets ~5.5–7 m; main roads ~9–12 m.
True Cost to Own
Based on 15,000km of annual driving, fuel costs roughly $2,394/year for the Land Rover Discovery Sport and $2,309/year for the Kia Sportage. That is a $85 annual difference in favour of the Kia Sportage.
Who Should Buy Which?
Buy the Land Rover Discovery Sport if: You prioritise performance, need more boot space, need stronger towing, or prefer Land Rover's approach to design and ownership experience.
Buy the Kia Sportage if: You want lower running costs, or prefer Kia's approach to design and ownership experience.
The Verdict
The Land Rover Discovery Sport takes 3 of 4 key spec categories. The Kia Sportage will save you roughly $85 a year in fuel. If boot space matters, the Land Rover Discovery Sport has a clear edge. The best pick depends on what you value most. Explore the full specs for each model below.
Common questions
Which is cheapest, Land Rover Discovery Sport and Kia Sportage?
The Kia Sportage is the cheapest at $38,490 before on-road costs.
Which is the most fuel-efficient?
The Kia Sportage uses the least fuel at 8.1L/100km on the combined cycle.
What are the ANCAP safety ratings?
Kia Sportage holds a 5-star ANCAP rating. We have no published ANCAP rating for Land Rover Discovery Sport, so there is nothing to compare on crash performance. Compare the active-safety features above instead.
Which has the most boot space?
The Land Rover Discovery Sport has the largest boot at 897L.
Which can tow the most?
The Land Rover Discovery Sport has the highest braked towing capacity at 2,000kg.
Which is the most powerful?
The Land Rover Discovery Sport makes the most power at 147kW.
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Disclaimer: All information in this comparison was believed to be correct at the time of publishing (20 April 2026). Prices are manufacturer recommended retail prices (RRP) and may vary by state, dealer, and options. Driveaway costs include estimated on-road costs for Victoria. Fuel economy figures are WLTP/ADR combined cycle. Specifications can change without notice. Always verify with the manufacturer before making a purchase decision. CarSorted does not accept payment for recommendations.
Auto-generated from CarSorted's specification data · 20 April 2026
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