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Lexus NX vs Land Rover Discovery comparison

Compare performance (292 HP vs 350 HP), boot space and price (46,000 £ vs 67,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Lexus NX or Land Rover Discovery?

Lexus NX vs Land Rover Discovery: Key differences

Lexus NX

4.8 (15 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • considerably more efficient
  • markedly lighter
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Land Rover Discovery

  • moderately more power
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

NX

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Lexus NX is substantially cheaper – starting at 46,000 £ , while the Land Rover Discovery costs 67,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 21,343 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Lexus NX uses 2.9 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Land Rover Discovery with 8.4 L/100km. The difference is about 5.5 L/100km.

Discovery

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Land Rover Discovery offers moderately more power – delivering 350 HP compared to 292 HP. That’s roughly 58 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Land Rover Discovery is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 6.3 s, while the Lexus NX takes 6.4 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

NX

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Land Rover Discovery offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Lexus NX is markedly lighter – 1,805 kg compared to 2,391 kg. The difference is around 586 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Land Rover Discovery offers considerably more boot space – 986 L compared to 545 L. That’s a difference of about 441 L.

When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Discovery carries markedly more – 803 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 288 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Lexus NX stands well ahead of its rival in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £46,000
NX

Lexus NX

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 200 - 292 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 2.9 - 5.9 L/100km
  • Electric Range 72 km
Lexus NX
Land Rover Discovery

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Lexus NX

The Lexus NX wraps striking, chiseled styling around a cabin that feels more crafted living room than utility vehicle, with soft materials and user-friendly tech that give it genuine premium cachet. On the road it's composed and quietly confident, trading sporty pretensions for a refined, easygoing personality that will suit buyers who want luxury without fuss — with a little Lexus flair to make daily commutes feel special.

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Land Rover Discovery

The Land Rover Discovery blends genuine off-road prowess with grown-up luxury, making it a smart choice for buyers who want weekend adventure and weekday refinement in one package. It feels suitably rugged when the road ends and wonderfully civilized when the tarmac begins — a practical family hauler that also enjoys getting a little dirty.

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Lexus NX
Land Rover Discovery

Costs and Consumption

Price
46,000 - 63,400 £
Price
67,400 - 97,600 £
Consumption L/100km
2.9 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
8.4 - 8.5 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
72 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
65 - 134 g/km
co2
221 - 223 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,805 - 2,065 kg
Curb weight
2,391 - 2,442 kg
Trunk capacity
545 L
Trunk capacity
172 - 986 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,865 mm
Width
2,073 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
475 - 515 kg
Payload
689 - 803 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
200 - 292 HP
Power HP
249 - 350 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 8.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 8.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
-
Torque
570 - 700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
147 - 215 kW
Power kW
183 - 257 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
2,997 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Lexus
Brand
Land Rover
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