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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.

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2023 Porsche Cayenne

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

Most Reliable Luxury Midsize SUVs

11 / 21

Most Reliable Luxury Crossover SUVs

14 / 67
14 / 21

Luxury Midsize SUVs with Best Resale Value

16 / 21
29 / 67

Luxury Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

57 / 67

iSeeCars Rankings

Luxury Midsize SUVs with Best Resale Value

4 / 21

Most Reliable Luxury Midsize SUVs

5 / 21

Most Reliable Luxury Crossover SUVs

6 / 67
6 / 21
11 / 67

Luxury Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

17 / 67

Summary Review

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Pros and Cons

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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