The 2018 Land Rover Discovery ranked #11 in Luxury Midsize SUVs. Currently the Land Rover Discovery has a score of 8.4 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 10 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Exceptional off-road capabilities Potent powertrains Turbodiesel models get excellent fuel economy High-end, feature-filled, roomy cabin
Cons Subpar gas mileage with base engine
The 2018 Land Rover Discovery is a spacious three-row crossover with more capability than anything that doesn’t ride on tank tracks.
Pros Incredible capability Strong engines Impressive 8-speed automatics Spacious interior
Cons Contemporary shape on a classic name Tangled options that add up Lagging infotainment system No Apple CarPlay/Android Auto support
For 2018, the Land Rover Discovery comes standard with frontal collision mitigation with automatic emergency braking. Additionally, the Td6 diesel engine is now available on all three trim levels.The Land Rover Discovery has a relatively simple lineup of three trim levels, and we recommend the midlevel HSE.
PROS Smooth driving manners on the road Above-average capabilities off-road Interior is luxurious with excellent materials Clever features in terms of utility and technology
CONS Diesel engine option has little advantage over standard gas engine Touchscreen interface can be slow and difficult to operate
The 2019 Lexus GX ranked #20 in Luxury Midsize SUVs. Currently the Lexus GX has a score of 7.8 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 43 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Excellent off-road capability High maximum towing capacity for the class
Cons Dated cabin design Unimpressive acceleration Stiff ride
The 2019 Lexus GX 460 comes with four wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 6-speed shiftable automatic.Blind-spot monitoring now standard.
PROS Impressive off-road capability in a segment largely without it High seating position provides a good view of the road Easy-to-use interior controls
CONS Compromised cargo space and third-row seat Uncomfortable seats Poor fuel economy and acceleration Rough ride on broken pavement
The 2019 Lexus GX 460 delivers formidable capability, but it’s well behind crossover rivals in the ways most drivers use their SUVs.
Pros Solid feel Soft ride Formidable off-roader Smooth, sonorous V-8
Cons Awkward tailgate Tight third row Light steering Prodigious fuel thirst
