BMW X5 M vs. Porsche Cayenne
When we compare the BMW X5 M to the Porsche Cayenne, the BMW X5 M has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Porsche Cayenne 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 overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the BMW X5 M versus the Porsche Cayenne, the Porsche Cayenne is a better car than the BMW X5 M.
BMW X5 M versus Porsche Cayenne Pricing
A used 2023 BMW X5 M ranges from $96,294 to $127,145 while a used 2023 Porsche Cayenne is priced between $84,440 to $205,598. For a new model, the BMW X5 M's price is between $113,388 and $130,706, with the Porsche Cayenne priced between $85,467 and $165,782.
BMW X5 M versus Porsche Cayenne Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the BMW X5 M is 7.3 out of 10 while the Porsche Cayenne's quality rating is 8.3 out of 10. This results in the BMW X5 M being ranked 14 out of 21 Best Luxury Midsize SUVs and the Porsche Cayenne being ranked 6 out of 21. Out of 67 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs, the BMW X5 M is ranked 67 and the Porsche Cayenne is ranked 11.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the BMW X5 M’s base engine makes 600 horsepower, and the Porsche Cayenne base engine makes 335 horsepower. The X5 M is rated to deliver an average of 15 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 394 miles. The Cayenne is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 521 miles. Both models use premium unleaded.
Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison
The BMW X5 M has the advantage of offering higher ground clearance, while the Porsche Cayenne has the advantage of offering higher payload capacity.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$113,388 - $130,706
Used Asking Price:
$96,294 - $127,145
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
53.1%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$85,467 - $165,782
Used Asking Price:
$84,440 - $205,598
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
45%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.3 / 10
Reliability:
7.6 / 10
Retained Value:
7.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.3 / 10
Reliability:
8.4 / 10
Retained Value:
8.3 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
10 out of / 11Most Reliable Luxury Midsize SUVs
Ranking
11 out of / 21Most Reliable Luxury Crossover SUVs
Ranking
14 out of / 67Ranking
14 out of / 21Luxury Midsize SUVs with Best Resale Value
Ranking
16 out of / 21Ranking
29 out of / 67Luxury Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value
Ranking
57 out of / 67iSeeCars Rankings
Luxury Midsize SUVs with Best Resale Value
Ranking
4 out of / 21Most Reliable Luxury Midsize SUVs
Ranking
5 out of / 21Most Reliable Luxury Crossover SUVs
Ranking
6 out of / 67Ranking
6 out of / 21Ranking
6 out of / 11Ranking
11 out of / 67Luxury Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value
Ranking
17 out of / 67Summary Review
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Summary Review
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Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Trim Levels
Base
Trim Levels
Base, Coupe, Coupe Platinum Edition, GTS, GTS Coupe, Platinum Edition, S, S Coupe, S Coupe Platinum Edition, S Platinum Edition, Turbo, 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):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
600 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
553 foot-lbs @ 1800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.110 hp per pound
Towing Capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
335 hp @ 5300 rpm
Torque:
332 foot-lbs @ 1340 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.073 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):
13 / 18 / 15
Range (city/hwy):
285 / 394 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 22 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
403 / 521 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
39.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.4 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:
27.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
60.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5455 lbs
Width:
87.3 inches
Height:
68.9 inches
Length:
195 inches
Wheelbase:
117 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4582 lbs
Width:
86.4 inches
Height:
66.8 inches
Length:
193.7 inches
Wheelbase:
114 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.2 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
21.0 x 10.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted alloy
Tire Size:
295/35R21
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
255/55ZR19