When it comes to climbing to the top of the mid-size luxury SUV ladder, vehicles are expected to offer a plethora of features - from engine performance and comfort to design and safety. Automobile manufacturers such as Porsche and BMW are old players and with their many years in the luxury segment, they are well versed with what customers might demand. Time and again Porsche and BMW have launched vehicles that not only strike the perfect balance in driving dynamics but also exude top-notch class. And, rightfully, Porsche and BMW vehicles go head-on-head to thrive as the winner. In 2022, the most popular SUVs in the Porsche and BMW lineups - Cayenne and X5 are fighting for the top spot. Here’s a comparison between the 2022 Porsche Cayenne and the 2022 BMW X5.
2022 Porsche Cayenne | Center Heading |
2022 BMW X5 |
3.0-liter turbocharged V6
| Engine
| Steptronic 8-speed automatic
|
335 horsepower & 332 lb-ft
| Horsepower & Torque Ratings
| 335 horsepower & 331 lb-ft
|
8-speed Tiptronic S
| Transmission
| Right Item 3 |
20 MPG
| Combined Fuel Economy
| 23 MPG
|
While the performance features of the 2022 Porsche Cayenne and the 2022 BMW X5 are somewhat identical, the 2022 Cayenne tops the charts in terms of a bolder design, convenience, and interior amenities.
The 2022 Porsche Cayenne is laded with several best-in-class features, some of which are:
- 19” alloy wheels
- All-season tires for enhanced performance
- LED lights in headlamps, taillamps, and 4-point DRLs
- 12.3” touchscreen infotainment system
- 10-speaker sound system
- Dual-zone climate control that can be configured differently for front passengers
- Power adjustable front seats
- Premium leather upholstery
- Digital-analog driver display
- Gloss black interior trim
- Porsche Connect and Communication Management
- Twin-exhausts
- Power-adjustable and heated side mirrors