2025 Land Rover Discovery vs 2026 Toyota Sequoia

$60,200 · Crossover

$64,025 · SUV

Comparison Overview

Deciding between refined luxury utility and sheer brute force often boils down to how much you value brand prestige versus raw towing capability. The 2025 Land Rover Discovery starts at a competitive $60,200, offering a comfortable 296 horsepower and mandatory 4WD. However, the significantly larger 2026 Toyota Sequoia, though priced $3,825 higher at $64,025, dominates in performance metrics. The Sequoia boasts a massive 437 horsepower and 583 lb-ft of torque, translating to undeniable on-road presence compared to the Discovery's 295 lb-ft. While both offer comparable highway fuel economy (24 MPG), the Discovery requires premium fuel, impacting long-term running costs, whereas the Sequoia happily runs on regular unleaded. Furthermore, the Sequoia’s longer 208.1-inch frame suggests greater interior and cargo volume than the Discovery's slightly more compact 195.1-inch footprint.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Land Rover Discovery

The slightly smaller size and potentially easier maneuverability of the Discovery will be appreciated navigating tight city streets.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 Toyota Sequoia

The Sequoia's superior power (437 hp vs 296 hp) and larger overall dimensions suggest better capacity for hauling passengers and gear comfortably.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2026 Toyota Sequoia

The Sequoia's immense 583 lb-ft of torque makes it the far more engaging and capable vehicle for performance driving or heavy hauling.

💰 Best Value

2025 Land Rover Discovery

The Discovery undercuts the Sequoia on MSRP by $3,825 and achieves better combined fuel economy at 21 MPG versus the Sequoia's 22 MPG (though this is complicated by fuel type).

Choose the Land Rover Discovery if...

Your budget ceiling is strict, as the Discovery starts $3,825 cheaper than the Sequoia.
You prefer the slightly better combined efficiency rating of 21 MPG.
You require a standard four-wheel-drive system right out of the box.

Choose the Toyota Sequoia if...

You need the dramatic power advantage provided by 437 horsepower and 583 lb-ft of torque.
You want the flexibility of using regular unleaded fuel instead of premium.
You prioritize maximum size, indicated by its 208.1-inch length and superior cargo potential.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Land Rover Discovery	Toyota Sequoia
Length	195.1"	208.1"
Width	-	79.8"
Height	74.3"	74.5"
Wheelbase	115.1"	122.0"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Land Rover	Toyota
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	✓	—
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Brake Preparation System	✓	—
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Front Fog Lights	✓	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	3	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	✓	✓
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Third Row Head Airbags	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Land Rover	Toyota
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	3.4 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	V6
Base Engine Type	gas	hybrid
Horsepower	296 hp @ 5500 rpm	437 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque	295 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm	583 lb-ft @ 2400 rpm
Number of Valves	16	24
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Land Rover	Toyota
Transmission Type	8-speed shiftable automatic	10-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	four wheel drive	rear wheel drive
4WD System Type	Full Time	—
Transfer Case Gearing	Electronic Single-Speed	—
Locking Hubs	Automatic	—
Hill Descent Control	✓	—
Rear Differential Type	—	Limited Slip

Fuel

Feature	Land Rover	Toyota
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	regular unleaded
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	19/24 MPG	21/24 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	21 MPG	22 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	452.2/571.2 mi.	472.5/540.0 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	23.8 gal.	22.5 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Land Rover	Toyota
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	—
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Front View Camera	✓	✓
Side View Camera	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Front Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Driver Assisted Parking Assist	✓	—
Wireless Charging Pad	✓	—
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Steering Wheel Material	Simulated Alloy	—
Heated Steering Wheel	✓	—
Dual Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Climate Control	✓	—
Rear Ventilation Ducts	✓	—
Interior Air Filtration	✓	✓
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	—	✓
Manual Rear Seat Easy Entry	—	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	—	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts with Fan Control	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Land Rover	Toyota
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Meridian Speakers	✓	—
Stereo Power	400W	—
Speaker System	11	8
Subwoofer Count	1	—
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	✓	—
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	3 months
Infotainment Display	—	8.0 in
USB Port with External Media Control	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Land Rover	Toyota
One-Touch Power Windows	4	4
Moonroof Type	1st Row Power Glass	1st Row Power Glass
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
Reverse Tilt Dual Mirrors	—	✓

Frontseats

Feature	Land Rover	Toyota
Front Head Room	40.0 in.	39.2 in.
Front Leg Room	39.1 in.	41.2 in.
Seat Material: Leather	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	14-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Thigh Extension	✓	—
Driver Seat Memory Settings	3	—
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	14-way	8-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Passenger Seat Thigh Extension	✓	—
Passenger Seat Memory Settings	3	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Front Shoulder Room	—	65.0 in.
Front Hip Room	—	62.6 in.
Seat Material: Cloth	—	✓

Rearseats

Feature	Land Rover	Toyota
Rear Head Room	39.0 in.	38.4 in.
Rear Leg Room	37.4 in.	39.2 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	✓	—
Rear Shoulder Room	—	61.8 in.
Rear Hip Room	—	60.8 in.
Power Folding Third Row Seat	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Land Rover	Toyota
Wheel Material	Alloy	Alloy
Wheel Diameter	20 in.	18 in
Tire Size	N/A	P265/70R18
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Full Size Non-Matching
Spare Tire Location	Underbody Mounted	Underbody Mounted
Tire Type	—	All Season

Suspension

Feature	Land Rover	Toyota
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	Land Rover	Toyota
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	3 yr./ 36000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	6 yr./ unlimited mi.	5 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ 50000 mi.	2 yr./ unlimited mi.
Hybrid Component Warranty	—	8 yr./ 100000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	—	2 yr./ 25000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Land Rover Discovery and 2026 Toyota Sequoia.

Is the extra cost of the 2026 Toyota Sequoia worth the significant power increase over the 2025 Land Rover Discovery?

The Sequoia offers a massive 141 horsepower advantage (437 hp vs 296 hp) and over 288 more lb-ft of torque. If heavy towing or highway merging power is critical, the $3,825 difference is likely justified for the vastly superior output.

How do the fuel requirements impact the overall cost of ownership between these two SUVs?

The 2025 Discovery requires premium unleaded fuel, adding cost to every fill-up compared to the 2026 Sequoia, which runs on less expensive regular unleaded. This continuous fuel premium can quickly erase the initial $3,825 MSRP savings.

Which vehicle is better for city driving based on these specifications?

The Land Rover Discovery, being shorter at 195.1 inches, might be slightly easier to park and navigate tight urban spaces than the much longer 208.1-inch Sequoia.

Does the Land Rover Discovery offer better fuel efficiency than the Sequoia?

The Discovery is rated for 21 combined MPG, while the Sequoia is rated for 22 combined MPG. However, the Discovery requires premium fuel, making the Sequoia's slightly higher consumption rate potentially cheaper to fuel daily.

Since the Sequoia is rear-wheel drive, will the Discovery handle snowy conditions better?

Yes, the 2025 Land Rover Discovery comes standard with four-wheel drive, giving it an inherent advantage in poor weather traction compared to the standard rear-wheel drive setup of the 2026 Sequoia.

If I need maximum cargo room, which SUV should I choose?

While specific cargo details for the Discovery aren't provided, the Sequoia explicitly lists 22.3 cu ft of cargo space and is substantially larger overall (208.1 inches long), suggesting it will hold more gear behind the rear seats.