Mercedes-Benz GL-Class vs. Porsche Cayenne
When comparing the Mercedes-Benz GL-Class's and the Porsche Cayenne's specifications and ratings, the Mercedes-Benz GL-Class has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. The Porsche Cayenne has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Mercedes-Benz GL-Class's and the Porsche Cayenne's specifications and ratings, the Mercedes-Benz GL-Class is a better car than the Porsche Cayenne.
Mercedes-Benz GL-Class vs. Porsche Cayenne Pricing
A used 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class ranges from $16,998 to $36,996 while a used 2016 Porsche Cayenne is priced between $21,490 to $48,974.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Mercedes-Benz GL-Class’s base engine makes 240 horsepower, and the Porsche Cayenne base engine makes 300 horsepower. The GL-Class is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 686 miles. The Cayenne is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 634 miles. This gives the Mercedes-Benz GL-Class the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Porsche Cayenne. The GL-Class uses diesel, and the Cayenne uses gasoline.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
16998 - 36996
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
21490 - 48974
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.449998
Mercedes-Benz GL-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Porsche Cayenne Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.191794 / 10
Reliability:
8.083588 / 10
Retained Value:
8.3 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Mercedes-Benz GL-Class Rankings
Not yet available
Porsche Cayenne Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 68Ranking
1 out of / 61Ranking
1 out of / 21Ranking
3 out of / 8Ranking
4 out of / 68Ranking
4 out of / 61Ranking
4 out of / 21Ranking
5 out of / 21Ranking
5 out of / 21Ranking
8 out of / 68Ranking
8 out of / 27Ranking
8 out of / 25Ranking
8 out of / 21Ranking
8 out of / 10Ranking
9 out of / 68Ranking
9 out of / 21Ranking
13 out of / 61Ranking
14 out of / 61Ranking
15 out of / 21Ranking
15 out of / 20Ranking
19 out of / 68Ranking
19 out of / 61Ranking
20 out of / 61Ranking
21 out of / 68Ranking
27 out of / 68Ranking
46 out of / 54Ranking
52 out of / 59Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Mercedes-Benz GL-Class Trim Levels
AMG GL 63, GL 350 BlueTEC, GL 450 4MATIC, GL 550 4MATIC
Porsche Cayenne Trim Levels
Base, Diesel, GTS, S, Turbo, Turbo S
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:
240 hp @ 3600 rpm
Torque:
455 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.044 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
300 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.067 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
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):
19 / 26 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
502 / 686 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Diesel
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 24 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
502 / 634 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
40 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Cargo Space:
16 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
93.8 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
160.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
67 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
23.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
62.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5467 lbs
Width:
84.3 inches
Height:
72.8 inches
Length:
201.6 inches
Wheelbase:
121.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4488 lbs
Width:
85.2 inches
Height:
67.4 inches
Length:
191.1 inches
Wheelbase:
114 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P275/55R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P255/55R18