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BMW 4 Series Coupe vs Porsche Cayenne comparison

Compare performance (530 HP vs 1,156 HP), boot space and price (45,700 £ vs 87,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 4 Series Coupe or Porsche Cayenne?

BMW 4 Series Coupe vs Porsche Cayenne: Key differences

BMW 4 Series Coupe

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • noticeably lighter

Porsche Cayenne

3.3 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • somewhat more efficient
  • markedly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

4 Series Coupe

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.

BMW 4 Series Coupe is considerably cheaper – starting at 45,700 £ , while the Porsche Cayenne costs 87,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 41,315 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Porsche Cayenne uses 4 L/100km and is somewhat more efficient than the BMW 4 Series Coupe with 4.8 L/100km. The difference is about 0.8 L/100km.

Cayenne

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Porsche Cayenne offers considerably more power – delivering 1,156 HP compared to 530 HP. That’s roughly 626 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Cayenne is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.5 s, while the BMW 4 Series Coupe takes 3.5 s. That’s about 1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Porsche Cayenne is a bit faster – reaching 305 km/h, while the BMW 4 Series Coupe tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 55 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Porsche Cayenne delivers clearly more torque with 1,500 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 800 Nm more.

4 Series Coupe

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Porsche Cayenne offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 4 Series Coupe is noticeably lighter – 1,600 kg compared to 2,130 kg. The difference is around 530 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Porsche Cayenne offers significantly more boot space – 781 L compared to 440 L. That’s a difference of about 341 L.

When it comes to payload, the Porsche Cayenne carries clearly more – 705 kg compared to 415 kg. That’s a difference of about 290 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Porsche Cayenne stands well ahead of its rival in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

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Cayenne

Porsche Cayenne

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 353 - 1,156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4 - 12.2 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 19.7 - 20.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 74 - 642 km
BMW 4 Series Coupe
Porsche Cayenne

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BMW 4 Series Coupe

The BMW 4 Series Coupe blends aggressive styling with a driver-focused cabin, making even the humdrum commute feel like a short track day. It balances sharp handling and grown-up comfort with a dash of theatrical flair, so you get sportscar charisma without the drama of constant sacrifices.

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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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BMW 4 Series Coupe
Porsche Cayenne

Costs and Consumption

Price
45,700 - 92,700 £
Price
87,000 - 186,400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 10 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4 - 12.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19.7 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
74 - 642 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
21.8 kWh
co2
126 - 226 g/km
co2
0 - 277 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
59 L
Fuel tank capacity
70 - 90 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
2
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,600 - 1,895 kg
Curb weight
2,130 - 2,720 kg
Trunk capacity
440 L
Trunk capacity
434 - 781 L
Length
4,768 - 4,770 mm
Length
4,930 mm
Width
1,852 - 1,887 mm
Width
1,980 - 1,989 mm
Height
1,383 - 1,393 mm
Height
1,652 - 1,698 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,344 - 1,708 L
Payload
355 - 415 kg
Payload
365 - 705 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 - 530 HP
Power HP
353 - 1,156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.5 - 6 s
Max Speed
238 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
248 - 305 km/h
Torque
300 - 700 Nm
Torque
500 - 1,500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
135 - 390 kW
Power kW
260 - 850 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
2,995 - 3,996 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, C, A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Porsche
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