2024 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2024 Lexus GX 550 Review

Picture of the 2024 Land Rover Discovery

2024 Land Rover
Discovery

MSRP*: $59,900 to $79,300
See details & photos

Find Your Best Price Today!

Picture of the 2024 Lexus GX 550

2024 Lexus
GX 550

MSRP*: $62,900 to $79,900
See details & photos

Find Your Best Price Today!

MPG - City 17 - 19 MPG 15 MPG
MPG - Hwy 23 - 24 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 7 seats 5 - 7 seats
Cargo Space 74.3 ft3 76.9 - 90.5 ft3
Engine
  • 296-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 355-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 349-hp, 3.4-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive Four Wheel Drive
Horsepower 296 - 355 hp 349 hp
Towing Capacity 5,952 - 8,200 lbs 7,601 - 9,096 lbs
Exterior Length 195.1 in 197.1 in
Exterior Width 78.7 in 78.0 - 78.7 in
Leg Room Front 39.1 in
Rear 37.4 in
Front 41.2 in
Rear 36.7 in
Head Room Front 39.4 in
Rear 39.0 in
Front 39.4 - 40.3 in
Rear 41.9 - 43.1 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Lexus GX 550 than in the Land Rover Discovery, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Lexus GX 550 will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Land Rover Discovery.

Convenience
The Land Rover Discovery requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Lexus GX 550, making it more convenient to drive.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Land Rover Discovery is somewhat more expensive than the Lexus GX 550.

Dimensions
The Land Rover Discovery is about the same width as the Lexus GX 550. When looking at overall length, the Land Rover Discovery takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Lexus GX 550.

Performance
With the Lexus GX 550, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than with the Land Rover Discovery. In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Land Rover Discovery and the Lexus GX 550.

Powertrain
The Land Rover Discovery has much lower torque than the Lexus GX 550, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
The Land Rover Discovery offers greater seating capacity than the Lexus GX 550, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. The Land Rover Discovery has significantly less cargo capacity than the Lexus GX 550.