Head to head
Land Rover Discovery vs Porsche Cayenne
The Land Rover Discovery is a seven-seat suv. The Porsche Cayenne is a performance suv.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Land Rover Discovery | Porsche Cayenne | |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5, 7, or commercial van versions | 4-5 |
| Engines | 3.0-litre V6 petrol, 3.0-litre I6 or 2.0-litre diesel | - |
| Transmission | 8-speed automatic | - |
| Construction | aluminium unitary body, up to 480kg lighter than predecessor | - |
| Engine | - | 3.0 litre petrol 353bhp, up to 4.0 litre GTS 500bhp |
| 0-60mph | - | 4.4-5.7 seconds depending on engine |
| Boot space | - | 592-772 litres (seats up), 1,502-1,710 litres (seats down) |
Sources: Land Rover Discovery, Porsche Cayenne. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Discovery if...
Land Rover's mainstream seven-seat SUV, built for family and outdoor use with real off-road ability. Vendors sometimes list it under the separate 'Range Rover' name, though it is properly part of the Land Rover Discovery line.
Listed by
- Starr Luxury Cars - London
Buy or hire the Cayenne if...
A performance SUV hired by drivers wanting sports car pace and handling combined with practical space and ride height, rather than a low-slung sports car.
Listed by
- Starr Luxury Cars - London
Common questions
What is the difference between the Land Rover Discovery and the Porsche Cayenne?
The Land Rover Discovery is a seven-seat SUV; the Porsche Cayenne is a performance SUV.
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