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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe vs Porsche Cayenne comparison

Compare performance (392 HP vs 1,156 HP), boot space and price (46,200 £ vs 90,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe or Porsche Cayenne?

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe vs Porsche Cayenne: Key differences

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

  • substantially cheaper
  • markedly lighter
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Porsche Cayenne

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  • considerably more power
  • noticeably more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • clearly more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

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

4 Series Gran Coupe

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is substantially cheaper – starting at 46,200 £ , while the Porsche Cayenne costs 90,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 43,971 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Porsche Cayenne uses 4 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe with 5 L/100km. The difference is about 1 L/100km.

Cayenne

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Porsche Cayenne offers considerably more power – delivering 1,156 HP compared to 392 HP. That’s roughly 764 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Cayenne is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.5 s, while the BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe takes 4.6 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Porsche Cayenne delivers considerably more torque with 1,500 Nm compared to 650 Nm. That’s about 850 Nm more.

4 Series Gran Coupe

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe is markedly lighter – 1,695 kg compared to 2,130 kg. The difference is around 435 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Porsche Cayenne offers clearly more boot space – 781 L compared to 470 L. That’s a difference of about 311 L.

When it comes to payload, the Porsche Cayenne carries visibly more – 705 kg compared to 480 kg. That’s a difference of about 225 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Porsche Cayenne is clearly superior overall 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 - 11 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 18.9 - 20.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 74 - 668 km
BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe
Porsche Cayenne

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BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe

The BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe marries coupe-like drama with hatchback practicality, offering a sloping roofline that still lets you load bags without a wrestling match. It steers with familiar BMW poise, so buyers after sporty looks and everyday usability get the best of both worlds—and a car that makes the commute feel a bit more glamorous.

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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 Gran Coupe
Porsche Cayenne

Costs and Consumption

Price
46,200 - 68,800 £
Price
90,200 - 144,400 £
Consumption L/100km
5 - 7.8 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
4 - 11 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.9 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
74 - 668 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
131 - 179 g/km
co2
0 - 249 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,695 - 1,935 kg
Curb weight
2,130 - 2,725 kg
Trunk capacity
470 L
Trunk capacity
434 - 781 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,852 mm
Width
1,980 - 1,983 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
480 kg
Payload
525 - 705 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 - 392 HP
Power HP
353 - 1,156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.5 - 6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
300 - 650 Nm
Torque
500 - 1,500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
135 - 288 kW
Power kW
260 - 850 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
Engine capacity
2,995 cm3

General

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