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SsangYong Rexton vs Land Rover Discovery Sport comparison

Compare performance (202 HP vs 269 HP), boot space and price (41,100 £ vs 46,500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SsangYong Rexton or Land Rover Discovery Sport?

SsangYong Rexton vs Land Rover Discovery Sport: Key differences

SsangYong Rexton

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • a bit cheaper
  • only slightly more trunk space
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Land Rover Discovery Sport

4.8 (3 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly lighter
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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 a bit cheaper – starting at 41,100 £ , while the Land Rover Discovery Sport costs 46,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,323 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Land Rover Discovery Sport uses 4.2 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the SsangYong Rexton with 8.2 L/100km. The difference is about 4 L/100km.

Discovery Sport

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 Sport offers noticeably more power – delivering 269 HP compared to 202 HP. That’s roughly 67 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Land Rover Discovery Sport is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the SsangYong Rexton takes 10.6 s. That’s about 3.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Land Rover Discovery Sport delivers moderately more torque with 540 Nm compared to 441 Nm. That’s about 99 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.

Seats: SsangYong Rexton offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Land Rover Discovery Sport is slightly lighter – 1,949 kg compared to 2,145 kg. The difference is around 196 kg.

Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Rexton offers only slightly more boot space – 784 L compared to 780 L. That’s a difference of about 4 L.

When it comes to payload, the SsangYong Rexton carries somewhat more – 770 kg compared to 641 kg. That’s a difference of about 129 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Land Rover Discovery Sport holds a decisive overall lead 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 £46,500
Discovery Sport

Land Rover Discovery Sport

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 163 - 269 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.2 - 7.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range 58 km
SsangYong Rexton
Land Rover Discovery Sport

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Land Rover Discovery Sport

Discovery Sport wears Land Rover’s rugged badge with compact poise, blending a comfortable, well-crafted cabin and genuine off-road confidence for buyers who want versatility without showroom bluster. It settles smoothly on the road with composed manners and a cheeky British charm, making it an appealing pick for families who crave practicality with a hint of adventure.

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SsangYong Rexton
Land Rover Discovery Sport

Costs and Consumption

Price
41,100 - 51,300 £
Price
46,500 - 65,700 £
Consumption L/100km
8.2 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
58 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
214 - 216 g/km
co2
95 - 187 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
70 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Off-Roader
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,145 - 2,180 kg
Curb weight
1,949 - 2,168 kg
Trunk capacity
236 - 784 L
Trunk capacity
780 L
Length
4,850 mm
Length
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Width
1,960 mm
Width
1,894 mm
Height
1,825 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,806 - 1,977 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
655 - 770 kg
Payload
582 - 641 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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
163 - 269 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
184 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
441 Nm
Torque
380 - 540 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
148 kW
Power kW
120 - 198 kW
Engine capacity
2,157 cm3
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,998 cm3

General

Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
Brand
SsangYong
Brand
Land Rover
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