Land Rover Defender vs Porsche Cayenne
Overview | |
MSRP$63,500 | MSRP$84,700 |
Listings395 | Listings546 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.2 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryAs the rest of the lineup has trended toward luxury, the Land Rover Defender has stayed true to the brand’s roots of tough off-roaders ideal for the military and farmers alike. That’s mainly because Land Rover put off updates for decades, but a redesigned Defender that’s more passenger car than farm implement arrived for 2020, bringing the nameplate back to the U.S. Changes for 2026 include subtle styling changes, a larger touchscreen, and new color and accessory options. Verdict: The Defender offers an unmatched combination of off-road capability and everyday civility. | |
Reviews SummaryVerdict: Even the base model Cayenne delivers an agile driving experience, but those willing to dig deep into their bank account for one of Porsche’s more expensive Cayenne models are rewarded with a spirited drive like no other. The competition here is stiff, in the form of other German SUVs like the Audi Q8, BMW X5, and Mercedes-Benz GLE, and their performance variants. However, the Cayenne is not here to lose. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 296 hp I4 | Engine3.0L 348 hp V6 |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower296 hp @ 5500 rpm | Horsepower348 hp @ 5400 rpm |
MPG City18 | MPG City17 |
MPG Highway22 | MPG Highway23 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 296 hp I4 | Engine Name3.0L 348 hp V6 |
Torque295 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm | Torque368 lb-ft @ 1450 rpm |
Horsepower296 hp @ 5500 rpm | Horsepower348 hp @ 5400 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City18 | MPG City17 |
MPG Highway22 | MPG Highway23 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity7 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space34.0 cu ft | Cargo Space27.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight4830 lbs | Curb Weight4678 lbs |
Height77.4 in | Height66.9 in |
Length197.5 in | Length194.1 in |
Width82.9 in | Width86.4 in |
Wheelbase119.0 in | Wheelbase114.0 in |
Maximum Payload2015 lbs | Maximum Payload1572 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity7715 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity7716 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $63,500 | $84,700 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.2 out of 10Read full review | 8.0 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | As the rest of the lineup has trended toward luxury, the Land Rover Defender has stayed true to the brand’s roots of tough off-roaders ideal for the military and farmers alike. That’s mainly because Land Rover put off updates for decades, but a redesigned Defender that’s more passenger car than farm implement arrived for 2020, bringing the nameplate back to the U.S. Changes for 2026 include subtle styling changes, a larger touchscreen, and new color and accessory options. Verdict: The Defender offers an unmatched combination of off-road capability and everyday civility. | Verdict: Even the base model Cayenne delivers an agile driving experience, but those willing to dig deep into their bank account for one of Porsche’s more expensive Cayenne models are rewarded with a spirited drive like no other. The competition here is stiff, in the form of other German SUVs like the Audi Q8, BMW X5, and Mercedes-Benz GLE, and their performance variants. However, the Cayenne is not here to lose. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 296 hp I4 | 3.0L 348 hp V6 |
Drive Train | AWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Horsepower | 296 hp @ 5500 rpm | 348 hp @ 5400 rpm |
MPG City | 18 | 17 |
MPG Highway | 22 | 23 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 296 hp I4 | 3.0L 348 hp V6 |
Torque | 295 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm | 368 lb-ft @ 1450 rpm |
Horsepower | 296 hp @ 5500 rpm | 348 hp @ 5400 rpm |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 18 | 17 |
MPG Highway | 22 | 23 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 7 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Standard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 34.0 cu ft | 27.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4830 lbs | 4678 lbs |
Height | 77.4 in | 66.9 in |
Length | 197.5 in | 194.1 in |
Width | 82.9 in | 86.4 in |
Wheelbase | 119.0 in | 114.0 in |
Maximum Payload | 2015 lbs | 1572 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 7715 lbs | 7716 lbs |
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