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Toyota RAV4 vs Land Rover Discovery comparison

Compare performance (309 HP vs 350 HP), boot space and price (37,700 £ vs 67,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota RAV4 or Land Rover Discovery?

Toyota RAV4 vs Land Rover Discovery: Key differences

Toyota RAV4

4.8 (13 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • significantly more efficient
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly lighter
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Land Rover Discovery

  • somewhat more power
  • significantly 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

RAV4

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.

Toyota RAV4 is significantly cheaper – starting at 37,700 £ , while the Land Rover Discovery costs 67,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 29,666 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota RAV4 uses 1.3 L/100km and is significantly more efficient than the Land Rover Discovery with 8.4 L/100km. The difference is about 7.1 L/100km.

Discovery

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Land Rover Discovery offers somewhat more power – delivering 350 HP compared to 309 HP. That’s roughly 41 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota RAV4 is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 5.8 s, while the Land Rover Discovery takes 6.3 s. That’s about 0.5 s quicker.

RAV4

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

In terms of curb weight, Toyota RAV4 is significantly lighter – 1,655 kg compared to 2,391 kg. The difference is around 736 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Land Rover Discovery offers significantly more boot space – 986 L compared to 514 L. That’s a difference of about 472 L.

When it comes to payload, the Land Rover Discovery carries clearly more – 803 kg compared to 610 kg. That’s a difference of about 193 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota RAV4 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 £37,700
RAV4

Toyota RAV4

  • Engine Type Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 185 - 309 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 1.3 - 5.3 L/100km
  • Electric Range 133 - 137 km
Toyota RAV4
Land Rover Discovery

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Toyota RAV4

The Toyota RAV4 is a well-rounded compact SUV that pairs everyday practicality with a comfortable, composed ride and generous cargo space, making it a sensible choice for families and active lifestyles. Its strong reputation for reliability, efficient drivetrains, and straightforward technology gives it wide appeal whether you value economy, comfort, or capability.

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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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Toyota RAV4
Land Rover Discovery

Costs and Consumption

Price
37,700 - 54,200 £
Price
67,400 - 97,600 £
Consumption L/100km
1.3 - 5.3 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
133 - 137 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
30 - 121 g/km
co2
221 - 223 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Off-Roader
Seats
5
Seats
5 - 7
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,655 - 1,960 kg
Curb weight
2,391 - 2,442 kg
Trunk capacity
446 - 514 L
Trunk capacity
172 - 986 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,880 mm
Width
2,073 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
515 - 610 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
185 - 309 HP
Power HP
249 - 350 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.8 - 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
136 - 227 kW
Power kW
183 - 257 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
2,997 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Toyota
Brand
Land Rover
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