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Land Rover Discovery Sport S (Diesel) vs Hyundai Santa Fe GL(Diesel) Comparison in Nepal 2026

Updated . Prices and specs from Nepal distributors where published.

Land Rover Discovery Sport S (Diesel) side viewPetrol
Land Rover

Discovery Sport S (Diesel)

Rs 2,30,00,000
Price in Nepal
Engine
1498 cc
Power
269 bhp
Mileage
14.62 kmpl
Boot
559 L
Price and all trims of the Land Rover Discovery Sport S (Diesel)
Hyundai Santa Fe GL(Diesel) side viewPetrol
Hyundai

Santa Fe GL(Diesel)

Rs 1,65,96,000
Price in Nepal
Engine
2497 cc
Power
277 bhp
Boot
547 L
Price and all trims of the Hyundai Santa Fe GL(Diesel)

The Land Rover Discovery Sport starts at Rs 2.3 crore and the Hyundai Santa Fe at Rs 1.66 crore in Nepal, so the Hyundai Santa Fe costs Rs 64.04 lakh less (39%). The Land Rover Discovery Sport returns about 14.62 kmpl. Engines are 1498 cc and 2497 cc. Figures on this page are for the Land Rover Discovery Sport S (Diesel) and the Hyundai Santa Fe GL(Diesel).

Boot space is 559 litres in the Land Rover Discovery Sport and 547 litres in the Hyundai Santa Fe.

What's different

Spec
Land Rover Discovery SportHyundai Santa Fe
PriceRs 64.04 lakh apartRs 230 lakhRs 165.96 lakh
Engine999 cc apart1498 cc2497 cc
Ground clearance10 mm apart167 mm177 mm
Fuel tank6 L apart65 L71 L

Listed only on the Hyundai Santa Fe: Blind Spot Detection, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, 360° Camera.

Full specifications

Engine and performance

8 of 8 differ
Land Rover Discovery SportHyundai Santa Fe
Engine1498 cc2497 cc
CylindersNot listed4
Max power269 bhp (P270e Combined) / 246 bhp (P250)277 bhp
Max torque430 Nm @ 1750-2500 rpm422 Nm
Gearbox8-Speed Auto (PHEV) / 9-Speed Auto (MHEV)8-Speed DCT
DriveAll-Wheel Drive (AWD) with Driveline DisconnectAWD (HTRAC)
Top speedNot listed210 km/h
Acceleration6.6 s (0-100 km/h)7.8 s (0-100 km/h)

Range, mileage and charging

2 of 2 differ
Land Rover Discovery SportHyundai Santa Fe
Mileage (company claim)14.62 kmplNot listed
Fuel tank65 litres71 litres

Brakes, suspension and tyres

1 of 1 differ
Land Rover Discovery SportHyundai Santa Fe
ABSYesNot listed

Size, weight and space

7 of 7 differ
Land Rover Discovery SportHyundai Santa Fe
LengthNot listed4830 mm
Width1904 mm1890 mm
Height1727 mm1680 mm
Wheelbase2741 mm2765 mm
Ground clearance167 mm177 mm
Seats75
Boot space559 litres547 litres

Ownership

1 of 1 differ
Land Rover Discovery SportHyundai Santa Fe
Est. EMIRs 2,93,200/monthRs 2,11,600/month

Features

16 of 33 differ
Land Rover Discovery SportHyundai Santa Fe
NCAP Rating5-Star (Euro NCAP)5-star IIHS
Airbags77
ABS / StabilityABS with EBD and Brake AssistABS + EBD + ESC
TPMSYesYes
ISOFIXYesYes
Hill HoldYesYes
Hill Descent ControlYesYes
Cruise ControlCruise Control with Speed LimiterAdaptive (ACC)
Emergency Braking (AEB)YesYes
Forward Collision WarningYesYes
Lane AssistLane Keep Assist with Lane Departure WarningLane Keep + Lane Follow Assist
Blind Spot DetectionNoYes
Rear Cross Traffic AlertNoYes
360° CameraNoYes
Reverse CameraYesYes
Parking SensorsFront and Rear Parking SensorsFront + Rear
Auto HoldYesYes
Driver Attention MonitorYesYes
Auto High BeamYesYes
Auto HeadlampsYesYes
Climate ControlDual-Zone Climate ControlDual-zone Automatic Climate Control
SunroofPanoramic SunroofPanoramic
Heated/Ventilated SeatsNoHeated + Ventilated front seats
Keyless Entry & StartYesYes
Drive ModesTerrain Response 2 (Eco, Comfort, Grass-Gravel-Snow, Mud-Ruts, Sand, Dynamic)Eco / Normal / Sport / Smart
Ambient LightingYesYes
Electronic Parking BrakeYesYes
Infotainment11.4-inch Pivi Pro Touchscreen12.3-inch touchscreen
Instrument Cluster12.3-inch Interactive Driver Display12.3-inch digital
ConnectivityWireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, InControl AppsApple CarPlay, Android Auto
Wireless ChargingYesYes
Sound SystemLand Rover Sound System (6 Speakers)8 speakers
Connected Car TechYesYes

Prices and specifications come from the Nepal distributors and manufacturers where published. "Not listed" means we could not verify a figure yet. Real range and mileage vary with roads, load and riding style.

Which suits you?

The Land Rover Discovery Sport may suit you if you need room for 7.

The Hyundai Santa Fe may suit you if you want to spend less or you often use rough or broken roads.

The Land Rover Discovery Sport may suit you if

  • You need room for 7

The Hyundai Santa Fe may suit you if

  • You want to spend less
  • You often use rough or broken roads
  • You want a bigger engine

Try both on your daily route and talk to each service centre before you decide.

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For every trim and the latest price, see Land Rover Discovery Sport price in Nepal and Hyundai Santa Fe price in Nepal. Browse by budget: All petrol car prices in Nepal.

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Land Rover Discovery Sport S (Diesel) vs Hyundai Santa Fe GL(Diesel) FAQs

Land Rover Discovery Sport or Hyundai Santa Fe: which suits me in Nepal?
It depends on what you need; neither suits every buyer. The Land Rover Discovery Sport may suit you if you need room for 7. The Hyundai Santa Fe may suit you if you want to spend less or you often use rough or broken roads.
What is the price difference between Land Rover Discovery Sport and Hyundai Santa Fe?
The Land Rover Discovery Sport starts at Rs 2.3 crore and the Hyundai Santa Fe at Rs 1.66 crore in Nepal, so the Hyundai Santa Fe costs Rs 64.04 lakh less (39%). Prices change with taxes and offers, so check each price page for the latest trims.
What engine do the Land Rover Discovery Sport and Hyundai Santa Fe have?
The Land Rover Discovery Sport has a 1498 cc engine making 269 bhp (P270e Combined) / 246 bhp (P250). The Hyundai Santa Fe has a 2497 cc engine making 277 bhp.
What gearbox do the Land Rover Discovery Sport and Hyundai Santa Fe use?
The Land Rover Discovery Sport uses a 8-Speed Auto (PHEV) / 9-Speed Auto (MHEV) gearbox and the Hyundai Santa Fe a 8-Speed DCT gearbox.
Which has more space, Discovery Sport or Santa Fe?
The Land Rover Discovery Sport seats 7 and the Hyundai Santa Fe seats 5. Boot space is 559 litres against 547 litres.
Which has more ground clearance, Discovery Sport or Santa Fe?
The Land Rover Discovery Sport has 167 mm of ground clearance and the Hyundai Santa Fe has 177 mm. Higher clearance helps on broken roads and speed breakers outside the valley.