Mercedes-Benz G-Class vs. Porsche Cayenne
When comparing the Mercedes-Benz G-Class to the Porsche Cayenne, the Mercedes-Benz G-Class has the advantage in the areas of overall quality score and base engine power. The Porsche Cayenne has the advantage in the area of new vehicle base pricing Based on this comparison of the Mercedes-Benz G-Class versus the Porsche Cayenne, the Mercedes-Benz G-Class is a better car than the Porsche Cayenne.
Mercedes-Benz G-Class versus Porsche Cayenne Pricing
For a new model, the Mercedes-Benz G-Class's price is between $152,922 and $198,415, with the Porsche Cayenne priced between $85,467 and $165,782.
Mercedes-Benz G-Class versus Porsche Cayenne Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Mercedes-Benz G-Class is 8.4 out of 10 while the Porsche Cayenne's quality rating is 8.3 out of 10. This results in the Mercedes-Benz G-Class being ranked 5 out of 18 Best Luxury Large SUVs and the Porsche Cayenne being ranked 6 out of 21 Best Luxury Midsize SUVs.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Mercedes-Benz G-Class’s base engine makes 416 horsepower, and the Porsche Cayenne base engine makes 335 horsepower.
Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison
The Mercedes-Benz G-Class has the advantage of offering higher ground clearance, while the Porsche Cayenne has the advantage of offering higher payload capacity.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$152,922 - $198,415
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
39.1%
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:
8.4 / 10
Reliability:
8.2 / 10
Retained Value:
8.7 / 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
Luxury Large SUVs with Best Resale Value
Ranking
2 out of / 18Ranking
5 out of / 18Ranking
5 out of / 8Most Reliable Luxury Large SUVs
Ranking
8 out of / 18iSeeCars 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
Not yet available
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
AMG G 63, AMG G 63 4x4 Squared, G 550
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 / 50000 miles
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:
416 hp @ 5250 rpm
Torque:
450 foot-lbs @ 2000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.074 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 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not yet available
Range (city/hwy):
Not yet available
Recommended Fuel Type:
Not yet available
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:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
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:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
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:
41.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
38.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.4 inches
Cargo Space:
38.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
68.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
143.4 cubic feet
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:
5589 lbs
Width:
86.1 inches
Height:
77.5 inches
Length:
189.7 inches
Wheelbase:
113.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.5 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:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
275/55R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
255/55ZR19