Compare performance (469 HP vs 1156 HP), boot space and price (59100 £ vs 87000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW iX3 or Porsche Cayenne?
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 iX3 has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 59100 £ , while the Porsche Cayenne costs 87000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 27943 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the BMW iX3: with 15.10 kWh per 100 km, it’s noticeable more efficient than the Porsche Cayenne with 19.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 4.60 kWh.
As for electric range, the BMW iX3 performs noticeable better – achieving up to 805 km, about 163 km more than the Porsche Cayenne.
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 convincingly edge – offering 1156 HP compared to 469 HP. That’s roughly 687 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Cayenne is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.50 s, while the BMW iX3 takes 4.90 s. That’s about 2.40 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Porsche Cayenne performs evident better – reaching 305 km/h, while the BMW iX3 tops out at 210 km/h. The difference is around 95 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Porsche Cayenne pulls convincingly stronger with 1500 Nm compared to 645 Nm. That’s about 855 Nm difference.
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 curb weight, Porsche Cayenne is somewhat lighter – 2130 kg compared to 2360 kg. The difference is around 230 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Porsche Cayenne offers noticeable more room – 781 L compared to 520 L. That’s a difference of about 261 L.
In maximum load capacity, the BMW iX3 performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1750 L, which is about 42 L more than the Porsche Cayenne.
When it comes to payload, Porsche Cayenne clearly perceptible takes the win – 705 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 240 kg.
Overall, the Porsche Cayenne shows itself to be is largely superior and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
The BMW iX3 brings BMW's familiar SUV poise into the electric era, blending restrained styling and a comfortable, composed ride that will please traditionalists dipping their toes into electrification. It's quiet, practical and rather grown-up about going electric — a sensible choice for buyers who want BMW driving manners without the drama.
detailsFew 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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Price
59100 - 64600 £
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Price
87000 - 186400 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
4 - 12.2 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.10 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
19.7 - 20.6 kWh
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Electric Range
805 km
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Electric Range
74 - 642 km
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Battery Capacity
108.70 kWh
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Battery Capacity
21.80 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 - 277 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
70 - 90 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
4 - 5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2360 kg
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Curb weight
2130 - 2720 kg
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Trunk capacity
520 L
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Trunk capacity
434 - 781 L
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Length
4782 mm
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Length
4930 mm
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Width
1895 mm
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Width
1980 - 1989 mm
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Height
1635 mm
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Height
1652 - 1698 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1750 L
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Max trunk capacity
1344 - 1708 L
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Payload
465 kg
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Payload
365 - 705 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
469 HP
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Power HP
353 - 1156 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.90 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.5 - 6 s
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Max Speed
210 km/h
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Max Speed
248 - 305 km/h
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Torque
645 Nm
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Torque
500 - 1500 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
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Power kW
345 kW
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Power kW
260 - 850 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
2995 - 3996 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2025 - 2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, C, A
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Porsche
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The BMW iX3 is available as All-Wheel Drive.