Compare performance (202 HP vs 269 HP), boot space and price (41100 £ vs 46500 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – SsangYong Rexton or Land Rover Discovery Sport?
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
SsangYong Rexton has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 41100 £ , while the Land Rover Discovery Sport costs 46500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5323 £.
Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Land Rover Discovery Sport manages with 4.20 L and is therefore clearly more efficient than the SsangYong Rexton with 8.20 L. The difference is about 4 L per 100 km.
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 Sport has a noticeable edge – offering 269 HP compared to 202 HP. That’s roughly 67 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Land Rover Discovery Sport is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.40 s, while the SsangYong Rexton takes 10.60 s. That’s about 3.20 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Land Rover Discovery Sport performs somewhat better – reaching 209 km/h, while the SsangYong Rexton tops out at 184 km/h. The difference is around 25 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Land Rover Discovery Sport pulls slightly stronger with 540 Nm compared to 441 Nm. That’s about 99 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: SsangYong Rexton offers noticeable more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.
In curb weight, Land Rover Discovery Sport is somewhat lighter – 1949 kg compared to 2145 kg. The difference is around 196 kg.
In terms of boot space, the SsangYong Rexton offers hardly perceptible more room – 784 L compared to 780 L. That’s a difference of about 4 L.
In maximum load capacity, the SsangYong Rexton performs evident better – up to 1977 L, which is about 403 L more than the Land Rover Discovery Sport.
When it comes to payload, SsangYong Rexton somewhat takes the win – 770 kg compared to 641 kg. That’s a difference of about 129 kg.
The Land Rover Discovery Sport proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Land Rover Discovery Sport is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
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.
detailsDiscovery 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.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
41100 - 51300 £
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Price
46500 - 65700 £
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Consumption L/100km
8.20 L
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Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.1 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
-
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Electric Range
58 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
12 kWh
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co2
214 - 216 g/km
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co2
95 - 187 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
70 L
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Fuel tank capacity
58 - 65 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Off-Roader
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5 - 7
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2145 - 2180 kg
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Curb weight
1949 - 2168 kg
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Trunk capacity
236 - 784 L
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Trunk capacity
780 L
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Length
4850 mm
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Length
4597 mm
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Width
1960 mm
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Width
1894 mm
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Height
1825 mm
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Height
1727 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1806 - 1977 L
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Max trunk capacity
1574 L
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Payload
655 - 770 kg
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Payload
582 - 641 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
202 HP
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Power HP
163 - 269 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.60 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.2 s
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Max Speed
184 km/h
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Max Speed
190 - 209 km/h
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Torque
441 Nm
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Torque
380 - 540 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
148 kW
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Power kW
120 - 198 kW
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Engine capacity
2157 cm3
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1998 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2021 - 2023
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
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Brand
SsangYong
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Brand
Land Rover
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The SsangYong Rexton is available as All-Wheel Drive.