Porsche Cayenne vs BMW X7
Overview | |
Years produced2003-2006 | Years produced2019-Present |
MSRP$84,700 | MSRP$84,300 |
Listings3621 | Listings7720 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.3 out of 10 |
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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. | |
Reviews SummaryThe X7 is BMW’s flagship SUV, providing more space, luxury, and seats for new car buyers looking for a bigger utility vehicle but wanting to stay in the BMW fold. It arrived for the 2019 model year, received a substantial update for 2023, and continues into the 2025 model year without major changes. Its diverse competitive set includes the Cadillac Escalade, Lincoln Navigator, Land Rover Range Rover, Lexus LX, Infiniti QX80, and Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class. Verdict: BMW loyalists will find more of what they love about the brand, while the X7’s superb driving dynamics and reasonable pricing (for this high-end segment, that is) should give customers of rival brands something to think about. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.0L 348 hp V6 | Engine3.0L 375 hp I6 |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity7 |
Horsepower348 hp @ 5400 rpm | Horsepower375 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City17 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway23 | MPG Highway24 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.0L 348 hp V6 | Engine Name3.0L 375 hp I6 |
Torque368 lb-ft @ 1450 rpm | Torque398 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower348 hp @ 5400 rpm | Horsepower375 hp @ 5500 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City17 | MPG City20 |
MPG Highway23 | MPG Highway24 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity7 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space27.2 cu ft | Cargo Space12.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight4678 lbs | Curb Weight5452 lbs |
Height66.9 in | Height72.2 in |
Length194.1 in | Length203.6 in |
Width86.4 in | Width87.3 in |
Wheelbase114.0 in | Wheelbase122.2 in |
Maximum Payload1572 lbs | Maximum Payload1316 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity7716 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity7500 lbs |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2003-2006 | 2019-Present |
MSRP | $84,700 | $84,300 |
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Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.0 out of 10Read full review | 7.3 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | 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. | The X7 is BMW’s flagship SUV, providing more space, luxury, and seats for new car buyers looking for a bigger utility vehicle but wanting to stay in the BMW fold. It arrived for the 2019 model year, received a substantial update for 2023, and continues into the 2025 model year without major changes. Its diverse competitive set includes the Cadillac Escalade, Lincoln Navigator, Land Rover Range Rover, Lexus LX, Infiniti QX80, and Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class. Verdict: BMW loyalists will find more of what they love about the brand, while the X7’s superb driving dynamics and reasonable pricing (for this high-end segment, that is) should give customers of rival brands something to think about. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.0L 348 hp V6 | 3.0L 375 hp I6 |
Drive Train | AWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
Horsepower | 348 hp @ 5400 rpm | 375 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City | 17 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 23 | 24 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.0L 348 hp V6 | 3.0L 375 hp I6 |
Torque | 368 lb-ft @ 1450 rpm | 398 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower | 348 hp @ 5400 rpm | 375 hp @ 5500 rpm |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 17 | 20 |
MPG Highway | 23 | 24 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 7 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Standard |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 27.2 cu ft | 12.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4678 lbs | 5452 lbs |
Height | 66.9 in | 72.2 in |
Length | 194.1 in | 203.6 in |
Width | 86.4 in | 87.3 in |
Wheelbase | 114.0 in | 122.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 1572 lbs | 1316 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 7716 lbs | 7500 lbs |
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