Porsche Cayenne vs. BMW X4
When comparing the Porsche Cayenne to the BMW X4, the Porsche Cayenne has the advantage in the areas of overall quality score and base engine power. The BMW X4 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. Based on this comparison of the Porsche Cayenne versus the BMW X4, the BMW X4 is a better car than the Porsche Cayenne.
Porsche Cayenne versus BMW X4 Pricing
A used 2023 Porsche Cayenne ranges from $83,828 to $204,842 while a used 2023 BMW X4 is priced between $53,832 to $74,963. For a new model, the Porsche Cayenne's price is between $85,355 and $166,100, with the BMW X4 priced between $56,343 and $74,551.
Porsche Cayenne versus BMW X4 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Porsche Cayenne is 8.3 out of 10 while the BMW X4's quality rating is 7.5 out of 10. This results in the Porsche Cayenne being ranked 11 out of 67 Best Luxury Crossover SUVs and the BMW X4 being ranked 27 out of 67.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Porsche Cayenne’s base engine makes 335 horsepower, and the BMW X4 base engine makes 248 horsepower. The Cayenne is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 521 miles. The X4 is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 482 miles. Both models use premium unleaded.
Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison
The Porsche Cayenne has the advantage of offering higher ground clearance and payload capacity than the BMW X4.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$85,355 - $166,100
Used Asking Price:
$83,828 - $204,842
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
45%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$56,343 - $74,551
Used Asking Price:
$53,832 - $74,963
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
47.7%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.3 / 10
Reliability:
8.4 / 10
Retained Value:
8.3 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.5 / 10
Reliability:
7.1 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars 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 / 67iSeeCars Rankings
Most Reliable Luxury Small SUVs
Ranking
6 out of / 29Ranking
11 out of / 29Luxury Small SUVs with Best Resale Value
Ranking
13 out of / 29Most Reliable Luxury Crossover SUVs
Ranking
20 out of / 67Luxury Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value
Ranking
25 out of / 67Ranking
27 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, Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
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
Trim Levels
M40i, xDrive30i
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
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:
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
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
248 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.059 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):
17 / 22 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
403 / 521 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 28 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
361 / 482 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:
Available
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
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:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
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
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:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Cargo Space:
18.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
50.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4178 lbs
Width:
84.2 inches
Height:
63.8 inches
Length:
187.6 inches
Wheelbase:
112.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
8 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
255/55ZR19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted alloy
Tire Size:
245/50R19
