8.5
2024 Porsche Cayenne S Coupe review
The Cayenne, even in mid-range S Coupe guise, remains the clear dynamic benchmark in the segment with superior ride and handling.
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Anthony Crawford
Porsche Cayenne vs Mercedes-Benz GLE Comparison
Porsche Cayenne
Mercedes-Benz GLE
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2024 Porsche
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2024 Mercedes-Benz
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CarExpert Score
CarExpert has rated other vehicles in the suv large category, between scores of 7 and 8.6.
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Based on the Porsche Cayenne S
Based on the Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 d 4MATIC
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
Towing
LuxuryFuel Efficiency
70L - 90L
175 to 1125 km
65L - 85L
429 to 808 km
Warranty
3 year
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5 year
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MSRP
$121,300 - $364,700
$139,900 - $168,800
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CarExpert's Take
Anthony Crawford
Senior Road Tester
Anthony Crawford drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Phenomenal ride and handling
- V8 delivers instant response, addictive exhaust
- Interior a perfect blend of tech, driver focus
Misses
- Big price premium over base variant
- Some option prices seem crazy high
- Get ready to spend on fuel
James Wong
Marketplace Editor
James Wong drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Six-cylinder diesel is a beauty
- Comfort-focused drive is plush
- Updated tech works well
Misses
- $30,000 dearer than equivalent X5
- Still needs (expensive) options ticked
- Cabin execution feels underdone
Standard Features
| Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
| Wireless phone charger | ||
| Powered tailgate | ||
| Rear air vents | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Climate control | ||
| Reversing sensors | ||
| Reversing camera | ||
| Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Optional Features
- Aluminium Sill Guards Illuminated - Personalised (+$5,290)
- Carbon Onboard Folder (+$1,630)
- Coloured Seat Belts (+$1,020)
- Electrically Heated Windscreen (+$1,000)
- Home Link (+$600)
- Metallic Paint Premium (+$3,200)
- Towbar Pack (+$2,900)
- Urban Guard Vehicle Protection Plus (+$1,500)
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Specs
| Type | ||
| TWIN TURBO DIR F/INJ, TURBO DIRECT F/INJ, BI TURBO DIR F/INJ | TURBO CDI, TURBO DIRECT F/INJ, TWINTURBO DIESEL DFI | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 2894 - 3996 | 1950 - 2999 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 4.0L, 3.0L, 2.9L | 2.9L, 2.0L, 3.0L | |
| Induction | ||
| TWIN TURBO V8, TURBO V6, TWIN TURBO V6, BI TURBO V8 | DIESEL TURBO 6, DIESEL TURBO 4, TURBO 6 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM, DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 24 - 32 | 16 - 24 | |
| Power | ||
| 224kW - 485kW | 180kW - 280kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 5000 - 6000 | 3600 - 5500 | |
| Torque | ||
| 320Nm - 850Nm | 500Nm - 750Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 1340 - 2400 | 1200 - 1600 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 9.7 - 11.2 | 10.5 - 15.5 | |
