BMW X5 M50i vs. Porsche Cayenne Turbo
When we compare the BMW X5 M50i's and the Porsche Cayenne Turbo's specifications and ratings, the BMW X5 M50i has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and reliability. The Porsche Cayenne Turbo has the advantage in the areas of resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the BMW X5 M50i's and the Porsche Cayenne Turbo's specifications and ratings, the BMW X5 M50i is a better car than the Porsche Cayenne Turbo.
BMW X5 M50i vs. Porsche Cayenne Turbo Pricing
A used 2023 BMW X5 M50i ranges from $81,995 to $97,576 while a used 2023 Porsche Cayenne Turbo is priced between $138,110 to $181,667. For a new model, the BMW X5 M50i's price is between $89,965 and $104,184, with the Porsche Cayenne Turbo priced between $147,909 and $183,132.
BMW X5 M50i vs. Porsche Cayenne Turbo Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the BMW X5 M50i loses 53.8 percent of its value and the Porsche Cayenne Turbo loses 45 percent of its value. This means the Porsche Cayenne Turbo retains 8.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the BMW X5 M50i.
BMW X5 M50i vs. Porsche Cayenne Turbo Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW X5 is 7.8 out of 10 while the Porsche Cayenne's quality rating is 8.2 out of 10. This results in the BMW X5 being ranked 10 out of 20 Best Luxury Midsize SUVs and the Porsche Cayenne being ranked 7 out of 20. Out of 60 Best Luxury 5-seater SUVs, the BMW X5 is ranked 16 and the Porsche Cayenne is ranked 12. The BMW X5 is also ranked 20 out of 67 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs while the Porsche Cayenne is ranked 15 out of 67.
BMW X5 M50i vs. Porsche Cayenne Turbo Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the BMW X5 is 8.4 out of 10. For the Porsche Cayenne the reliability rating is 8.1 out of 10. This gives the BMW X5 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Porsche Cayenne.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the BMW X5 M50i’s base engine makes 523 horsepower, and the Porsche Cayenne Turbo base engine makes 541 horsepower. The M50i is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 482 miles. The Turbo is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 450 miles. This gives the BMW X5 M50i the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Porsche Cayenne Turbo. Both models use premium unleaded.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The BMW X5 M50i has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings. When comparing IIHS evaluations, the BMW X5 M50i has the advantage with a Top Safety Pick award.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$89,965 - $104,184
Used Asking Price:
$81,995 - $97,576
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
53.8%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$147,909 - $183,132
Used Asking Price:
$138,110 - $181,667
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
45%
BMW X5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.8 / 10
Reliability:
8.4 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Porsche Cayenne Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.2 / 10
Reliability:
8.1 / 10
Retained Value:
8.3 / 10
Safety:
Not available
BMW X5 Rankings
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58 out of / 67Porsche Cayenne Rankings
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53 out of / 60Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Other BMW X5 Trim Levels
sDrive40i, xDrive40i
Other Porsche Cayenne Trim Levels
Base, Coupe, Coupe Platinum Edition, GTS, GTS Coupe, Platinum Edition, S, S Coupe, S Coupe Platinum Edition, S Platinum Edition, Turbo Coupe, Turbo GT
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
TOP SAFETY PICK
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
523 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
553 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.099 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
541 hp @ 5750 rpm
Torque:
567 foot-lbs @ 1960 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.107 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 22 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
350 / 482 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 19 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
332 / 450 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
39.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.1 inches
Cargo Space:
33.9 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
72.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
Not yet available
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
26.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
59.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5260 lbs
Width:
87.3 inches
Height:
68.7 inches
Length:
194.3 inches
Wheelbase:
117.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5056 lbs
Width:
86.4 inches
Height:
65.9 inches
Length:
194 inches
Wheelbase:
114 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.4 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
20.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
275/45R20
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
21.0 x 9.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
285/40ZR21
