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Audi Q7 vs Porsche Cayenne – Which one offers the better deal?

Two cars, one duel: Audi Q7 meets Porsche Cayenne.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Q7 @ Audi AG

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Audi Q7 has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 69300 £, while the Porsche Cayenne costs 87000 £. That’s a price difference of around 17658 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Audi Q7 manages with 1.20 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the Porsche Cayenne with 4 L. The difference is about 2.80 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Audi Q7 performs minimal better – achieving up to 84 km, about 1 km more than the Porsche Cayenne.

Cayenne @ Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Porsche Cayenne has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 739 HP compared to 507 HP. That’s roughly 232 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Cayenne is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.60 s, while the Audi Q7 takes 4.10 s. That’s about 0.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Porsche Cayenne performs slightly better – reaching 305 km/h, while the Audi Q7 tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 55 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Porsche Cayenne pulls slightly stronger with 950 Nm compared to 770 Nm. That’s about 180 Nm difference.

Q7 @ Audi AG

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Audi Q7 offers noticeable more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Audi Q7 is hardly perceptible lighter – 2055 kg compared to 2130 kg. The difference is around 75 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Audi Q7 offers slightly more room – 887 L compared to 772 L. That’s a difference of about 115 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Audi Q7 performs clearly perceptible better – up to 2255 L, which is about 547 L more than the Porsche Cayenne.

When it comes to payload, Audi Q7 noticeable takes the win – 885 kg compared to 705 kg. That’s a difference of about 180 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Audi Q7 proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Audi Q7 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £69,300
Q7 @ Audi AG

Audi Q7

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 231 - 507 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.2 - 11.9 L
  • Electric Range : 83 - 84 km
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Audi Q7

The Audi Q7 cuts an imposing figure on the road, balancing restrained luxury with a spacious, tech-rich cabin that makes long journeys feel effortless. It rides with confident composure and polished manners, so if you want a premium family SUV that feels grown-up and worth the badge, the Q7 is a persuasive choice — even the in-laws will be impressed.

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Porsche Cayenne

Few SUVs blend athletic poise and Teutonic precision like the Porsche Cayenne, putting genuine sports‑car feeling into a roomy, everyday package. If you want a practical family hauler that still makes you grin every time you merge, the Cayenne delivers — turning errands into an excuse for a spirited drive.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
69300 - 99000 £
Price
87000 - 186400 £
Consumption L/100km
1.2 - 11.9 L
Consumption L/100km
4 - 12.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
83 - 84 km
Electric Range
74 - 83 km
Battery Capacity
22 kWh
Battery Capacity
21.80 kWh
co2
28 - 271 g/km
co2
90 - 277 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
75 - 85 L
Fuel tank capacity
70 - 90 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5 - 7
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2055 - 2460 kg
Curb weight
2130 - 2670 kg
Trunk capacity
563 - 887 L
Trunk capacity
434 - 772 L
Length
5072 mm
Length
4930 mm
Width
1970 mm
Width
1983 - 1989 mm
Height
1703 - 1735 mm
Height
1652 - 1698 mm
Max trunk capacity
1863 - 2255 L
Max trunk capacity
1344 - 1708 L
Payload
640 - 885 kg
Payload
365 - 705 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV, Petrol
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
231 - 507 HP
Power HP
353 - 739 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.1 - 7.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 6 s
Max Speed
226 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
248 - 305 km/h
Torque
500 - 770 Nm
Torque
500 - 950 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
170 - 373 kW
Power kW
260 - 544 kW
Engine capacity
2967 - 3996 cm3
Engine capacity
2995 - 3996 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, C
Brand
Audi
Brand
Porsche

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Is the Audi Q7 offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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