2026 INFINITI QX60 vs 2026 Land Rover Discovery

$51,590 · Crossover

$60,200 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

Deciding between luxury three-row crossovers often comes down to balancing luxury presence against practical ownership costs. The 2026 INFINITI QX60 starts at a notably lower MSRP of $51,590 compared to the Land Rover Discovery's $60,200, saving buyers over $8,600 upfront. Performance is close, with the Discovery offering a slight edge at 296 hp versus the QX60’s 268 hp. However, the QX60 excels in running costs, achieving a combined 24 MPG while requiring premium fuel, whereas the Discovery manages only 20 MPG combined, also on premium. While the Discovery is slightly shorter at 195.1 inches compared to the QX60's 198.1 inches, its height is significantly greater at 74.3 inches. For daily driving and efficiency focus, the QX60 presents a more compelling financial case, while the Discovery leans into rugged capability.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2026 INFINITI QX60

The QX60 offers 4 MPG better combined fuel economy (24 MPG vs 20 MPG), which translates to fewer stops at the premium fuel pump.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2026 INFINITI QX60

While both are three-row crossovers, the QX60's lower initial cost of $51,590 makes the premium family upgrade significantly more accessible.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2026 Land Rover Discovery

The Discovery provides higher peak power figures with 296 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque, appealing to drivers prioritizing output.

💰 Best Value

2026 INFINITI QX60

The QX60 wins on value by offering a strong feature set while costing $8,610 less and providing superior fuel efficiency.

Choose the INFINITI QX60 if...

You need to keep your initial purchase price under $55,000, as the QX60 starts at $51,590.
Prioritizing fuel savings is key, given the QX60 achieves 24 MPG combined versus the Discovery's 20 MPG.
You prefer a slightly longer vehicle (198.1 inches) optimized for front-wheel-drive daily commuting.

Choose the Land Rover Discovery if...

You require the inherent traction benefits of standard Four-Wheel Drive over the QX60's FWD.
You desire the commanding view and presence provided by the Discovery’s taller stature of 74.3 inches.
You want the slightly higher performance metrics, featuring 296 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	INFINITI QX60	Land Rover Discovery
Length	198.1"	195.1"
Width	-	-
Height	69.7"	74.3"
Wheelbase	114.2"	115.1"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	INFINITI	Land Rover
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	✓
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	—
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Third Row 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	✓	✓
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	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	—	✓
Front Fog Lights	—	✓

Engine

Feature	INFINITI	Land Rover
Base Engine Displacement	2.0 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	inline 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	268 hp @ 5600 rpm	296 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque	286 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm	295 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm
Number of Valves	16	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	INFINITI	Land Rover
Transmission Type	9-speed shiftable automatic	8-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	front wheel drive	four wheel drive
4WD System Type	—	Full Time
Transfer Case Gearing	—	Electronic Single-Speed
Hill Descent Control	—	✓

Fuel

Feature	INFINITI	Land Rover
Fuel Type	premium unleaded (required)	premium unleaded (required)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	22/28 MPG	19/23 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	24 MPG	20 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	0/0 mi.	452.2/547.4 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	—	23.8 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

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

In Car Entertainment

Feature	INFINITI	Land Rover
Infotainment Display	12.3 in	11.4 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Speaker System	9	11
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	—
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Period	3 months	3 months
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	✓	—
Meridian Speakers	—	✓
Stereo Power	—	400W
Subwoofer Count	—	1
Auxiliary Audio Input	—	✓

Power Feature

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

Frontseats

Feature	INFINITI	Land Rover
Front Head Room	41.0 in.	39.4 in.
Front Leg Room	42.1 in.	39.1 in.
Front Shoulder Room	60.6 in.	—
Front Hip Room	58.4 in.	—
Seat Material: Leather	✓	✓
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	—
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	14-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	2	3
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	14-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	Power	Power
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Front Seat Type: Captain's Chairs	—	✓
Driver Seat Thigh Extension	—	✓
Passenger Seat Memory Settings	—	3

Rearseats

Feature	INFINITI	Land Rover
Rear Head Room	37.5 in.	39.0 in.
Rear Leg Room	37.7 in.	37.4 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	59.7 in.	—
Rear Hip Room	56.7 in.	—
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	✓	✓
Reclining Rear Seats	—	✓

Tires and Wheels

Feature	INFINITI	Land Rover
Wheel Finish	Painted Alloy	—
Wheel Size	20 x 8.0 in	—
Tire Type	All Season	All Terrain
Tire Size	255/50R20	—
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Underbody Mounted	Underbody Mounted
Wheel Material	—	Alloy
Wheel Diameter	—	20 in.

Suspension

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

Warranty

Feature	INFINITI	Land Rover
Basic Warranty	4 yr./ 60000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	6 yr./ 70000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	7 yr./ unlimited mi.	6 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	4 yr./ 60000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Complimentary Scheduled Maintenance	3 yr./ 30000 mi.	—

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2026 INFINITI QX60 and 2026 Land Rover Discovery.

Is the difference in MPG between these two vehicles significant for premium fuel owners?

Yes, the difference is quite noticeable; the QX60 gets 24 MPG combined, while the Discovery returns only 20 MPG combined. Since both require premium fuel, that 4 MPG deficit in the Discovery means you will be paying significantly more over the course of a year for the same distance traveled.

Which crossover has more passenger or cargo room based on the provided dimensions?

Based strictly on exterior dimensions, the QX60 is 3 inches longer at 198.1 inches, suggesting more overall volume potential. However, the Discovery is considerably taller at 74.3 inches, which might translate to better headroom or a more commanding driving position.

How much does the QX60 save me compared to the Discovery on sticker price?

The 2026 INFINITI QX60 has an MSRP of $51,590, making it $8,610 less expensive than the 2026 Land Rover Discovery's $60,200 entry price.

If I care about engine output, which vehicle is more powerful?

The Land Rover Discovery offers more raw power, boasting 296 horsepower and 295 lb-ft of torque. The INFINITI QX60 trails slightly with 268 hp and 286 lb-ft of torque.

Does the difference in drivetrain (FWD vs. 4WD) impact city driving?

The QX60 utilizes front-wheel drive, which is typically lighter and contributes to its better 22/28 MPG city/highway rating. The Discovery uses four-wheel drive, which adds weight and mechanical drag, contributing to its lower 19/23 MPG city/highway rating.

Are there any noticeable differences in transmission specifications?

The QX60 features a 9-speed shiftable automatic transmission, giving it one extra gear for potentially smoother highway cruising compared to the Discovery’s 8-speed unit.