Porsche Cayenne vs. Tesla Model X
When we compare the Porsche Cayenne to the Tesla Model X, the Porsche Cayenne has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. The Tesla Model X has the advantage in the areas of overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Porsche Cayenne versus the Tesla Model X, the Tesla Model X is a better car than the Porsche Cayenne.
Porsche Cayenne versus Tesla Model X Pricing
A one- to five-year-old used Porsche Cayenne ranges from $67,993 to $139,984 while a used Tesla Model X from the same model year range is priced between $87,994 to $118,049.
Porsche Cayenne versus Tesla Model X Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Porsche Cayenne is 8.3 out of 10 while the Tesla Model X's quality rating is 9.1 out of 10. This results in the Porsche Cayenne being ranked 6 out of 21 Best Luxury Midsize SUVs and the Tesla Model X being ranked 1 out of 14 Best Electric SUVs.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Porsche Cayenne’s base engine makes 335 horsepower, and the Tesla Model X base engine makes 670 horsepower. The Cayenne is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 521 miles. The Model X is rated to deliver an average of 107 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 332 miles. The Cayenne uses premium unleaded, and the Model X uses electricity.
Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison
The Porsche Cayenne has the advantage of offering higher ground clearance and payload capacity, while the Tesla Model X has the advantage of offering higher towing capacity.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$78,664 - $154,346
Used Asking Price:
$67,993 - $139,984
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
45%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$87,994 - $118,049
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
47%
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:
9.1 / 10
Reliability:
8.1 / 10
Retained Value:
9.2 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
5 out of / 21Ranking
6 out of / 67Ranking
6 out of / 21Ranking
11 out of / 67iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 14Ranking
1 out of / 14Ranking
1 out of / 14Ranking
1 out of / 9Ranking
1 out of / 9Summary Review
Not yet available
Summary Review
Tesla’s Model X is a minivan/crossover-type vehicle with up to three rows of seating for up to seven passengers. It features a unique set of “Falcon” second-row doors that open up, rather than swinging out.
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
- Roomiest Tesla available
- Outstanding performance in upper trims
- Class-leading range
- No Android Auto or Apple CarPlay
- No spare tire on any trim
- Few luxury features
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Trim Levels
Base, S, S Coupe Platinum Edition, Coupe Platinum Edition, S Coupe, Coupe, Turbo GT, GTS, GTS Coupe, Turbo Coupe, Turbo, Platinum Edition, S Platinum Edition
Trim Levels
Base, Plaid
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
8 years
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):
5 out of 5 Stars
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:
670 hp
Torque:
Not yet available
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.129 hp per pound
Towing Capacity:
4960 lbs
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
MPGe:
Not applicable
Range (city/hwy):
403 / 521 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Battery Size/Capacity :
Not applicable
Maximum Charging Rate:
Not applicable
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
Not Applicable
Engine Configuration:
Not Applicable
Number of Cylinders:
Not Applicable
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not applicable
MPGe:
107 / 97 / 102
Range (city/hwy):
332 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity:
100 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
Not yet 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
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
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:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
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:
41.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.8 inches
Cargo Space:
43.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
91.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
137.5 cubic feet
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:
5185 lbs
Width:
89.4 inches
Height:
66.1 inches
Length:
199.1 inches
Wheelbase:
116.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.6 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:
20.0 x 9.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum
Tire Size:
265/45R20
