2024 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2025 Lexus NX 350 Review

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2024 Land Rover
Discovery

MSRP*: $59,900 to $79,300
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2025 Lexus
NX 350

MSRP*: $44,725 to $50,790
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MPG - City 17 - 19 MPG 21 MPG
MPG - Hwy 23 - 24 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 7 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 74.3 ft3 46.9 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)
  • 275-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 296 - 355 hp 275 hp
Towing Capacity 5,952 - 8,200 lbs 2,000 lbs
Exterior Length 195.1 in 183.5 in
Exterior Width 78.7 in 73.4 in
Leg Room Front 39.1 in
Rear 37.4 in
Front 41.0 in
Rear 36.1 in
Head Room Front 39.4 in
Rear 39.0 in
Front 37.1 - 38.3 in
Rear 38.1 - 38.5 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
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Land Rover Discovery than in the Lexus NX 350. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Land Rover Discovery and the Lexus NX 350.

Convenience
Due to the larger tank size and better fuel economy of the Land Rover Discovery, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Lexus NX 350.

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 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Lexus NX 350, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Land Rover Discovery is much wider than the Lexus NX 350, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Land Rover Discovery, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Lexus NX 350.

Handling
The Land Rover Discovery has a larger turning radius than the Lexus NX 350, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Land Rover Discovery is clearly the choice over the Lexus NX 350 for pulling heavy loads. The Land Rover Discovery has a little more horsepower than the Lexus NX 350.

Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Land Rover Discovery doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Lexus NX 350.

Utility
The Land Rover Discovery offers greater seating capacity than the Lexus NX 350, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. With the Land Rover Discovery, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Lexus NX 350.