2023 Land Rover Discovery Sport vs. 2024 Lexus RX 350 Review

Picture of the 2023 Land Rover Discovery Sport

2023 Land Rover
Discovery Sport

MSRP*: $43,300 to $48,500
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2024 Lexus
RX 350

MSRP*: $48,600 to $59,330
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MPG - City 19 MPG 21 - 22 MPG
MPG - Hwy 23 MPG 28 - 29 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 55.6 ft3 46.2 ft3
Engine
  • 246-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 275-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 246 hp 275 hp
Towing Capacity 4,409 lbs 3,494 lbs
Exterior Length 181.0 in 192.5 in
Exterior Width 75.0 in 75.6 in
Leg Room Front 39.1 in
Rear 38.1 in
Front 41.1 in
Rear 37.4 in
Head Room Front 39.5 in
Rear 38.7 in
Front 38.1 - 39.5 in
Rear 28.5 - 38.6 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
The Land Rover Discovery Sport offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Lexus RX 350. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Land Rover Discovery Sport and the Lexus RX 350.

Convenience
With the Lexus RX 350, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Land Rover Discovery Sport, due to its tank size and fuel economy.

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). Clearly, the Land Rover Discovery Sport is a better financial choice over the Lexus RX 350, when considering MSRP.

Dimensions
The Land Rover Discovery Sport is about the same width as the Lexus RX 350. If you go with the Land Rover Discovery Sport, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Lexus RX 350.

Handling
The Land Rover Discovery Sport has the same turning radius as the Lexus RX 350, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

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

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

Utility
The Land Rover Discovery Sport offers greater seating capacity than the Lexus RX 350, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. The Land Rover Discovery Sport has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Lexus RX 350.