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SsangYong Rexton vs Land Rover Discovery comparison

Compare performance (202 HP vs 350 HP), boot space and price (41,100 £ vs 81,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SsangYong Rexton or Land Rover Discovery?

SsangYong Rexton vs Land Rover Discovery: Key differences

SsangYong Rexton

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • barely more efficient
  • a bit lighter
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Land Rover Discovery

  • clearly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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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

Rexton

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.

SsangYong Rexton is considerably cheaper – starting at 41,100 £ , while the Land Rover Discovery costs 81,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 39,866 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the SsangYong Rexton uses 8.2 L/100km and is barely more efficient than the Land Rover Discovery with 8.4 L/100km. The difference is about 0.2 L/100km.

Discovery

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Land Rover Discovery offers clearly more power – delivering 350 HP compared to 202 HP. That’s roughly 148 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Land Rover Discovery is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.3 s, while the SsangYong Rexton takes 10.6 s. That’s about 4.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Land Rover Discovery delivers visibly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 441 Nm. That’s about 259 Nm more.

Rexton

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 7 people.

In terms of curb weight, SsangYong Rexton is a bit lighter – 2,145 kg compared to 2,391 kg. The difference is around 246 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Discovery carries only slightly more – 803 kg compared to 770 kg. That’s a difference of about 33 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Land Rover Discovery is clearly superior overall 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.

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Discovery

Land Rover Discovery

  • Engine Type : Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 350 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 8.4 - 8.5 L/100km
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SsangYong Rexton

The SsangYong Rexton is a no-nonsense full-size SUV that pairs rugged, go-anywhere bones with a surprisingly plush cabin, making it an appealing choice for buyers who want capability without premium-brand prices. It won’t turn heads like a luxury badge, but its generous space, sensible features and honest practicality make it a smart, down-to-earth family hauler — a savvy pick if you value substance over status.

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Reviews SsangYong Rexton

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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Frank Williams CPA/ ACCA/ CPD
22 Jan 2026, 01:20:01

Ssang Yong Rexton is better than the Land Cruiser

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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Costs and Consumption
Price
41,100 - 51,300 £
Price
81,000 - 96,900 £
Consumption L/100km
8.2 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
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Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
214 - 216 g/km
co2
221 - 223 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
70 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Off-Roader
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,145 - 2,180 kg
Curb weight
2,391 - 2,442 kg
Trunk capacity
236 - 784 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
4,850 mm
Length
-
Width
1,960 mm
Width
2,073 mm
Height
1,825 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,806 - 1,977 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
655 - 770 kg
Payload
689 - 803 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
202 HP
Power HP
350 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 s
Max Speed
184 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
441 Nm
Torque
700 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
148 kW
Power kW
257 kW
Engine capacity
2,157 cm3
Engine capacity
2,997 cm3

General
Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
SsangYong
Brand
Land Rover
Is the SsangYong Rexton offered with different drivetrains?

The SsangYong Rexton is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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