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BMW X6 vs Porsche Cayenne comparison

Compare performance (625 HP vs 1156 HP), boot space and price (83600 £ vs 87000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW X6 or Porsche Cayenne?

BMW X6 vs Porsche Cayenne: Key differences

BMW X6

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • hardly perceptible cheaper

Porsche Cayenne

3.3 (2 Reviews)
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  • decisively more power
  • significantly more efficient
  • decisively quicker from 0–100 km/h
  • hardly perceptible lighter
  • noticeable 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

X6

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

BMW X6 has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 83600 £ , while the Porsche Cayenne costs 87000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 3429 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Porsche Cayenne manages with 4 L and is therefore significantly more efficient than the BMW X6 with 7.20 L. The difference is about 3.20 L per 100 km.

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 has a decisively edge – offering 1156 HP compared to 625 HP. That’s roughly 531 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Cayenne is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 2.50 s, while the BMW X6 takes 3.90 s. That’s about 1.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Porsche Cayenne performs a bit better – reaching 305 km/h, while the BMW X6 tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 55 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Porsche Cayenne pulls clearly stronger with 1500 Nm compared to 750 Nm. That’s about 750 Nm difference.

X6

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 curb weight, Porsche Cayenne is hardly perceptible lighter – 2130 kg compared to 2240 kg. The difference is around 110 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Porsche Cayenne offers noticeable more room – 781 L compared to 580 L. That’s a difference of about 201 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Porsche Cayenne performs to a small extent better – up to 1708 L, which is about 178 L more than the BMW X6.

When it comes to payload, Porsche Cayenne hardly perceptible takes the win – 705 kg compared to 695 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Porsche Cayenne is decisively ahead 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 - 1156 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4 - 12.2 L
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 19.7 - 20.6 kWh
  • Electric Range : 74 - 642 km
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BMW X6

5 (1 Reviews)
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The BMW X6 wears its coupe-SUV looks like a tuxedo with oversized shoulders, turning everyday traffic into a catwalk whenever it glides past. It serves up sporty handling and a plush cabin with just enough practicality to keep daily life sane — perfect for buyers who crave drama without completely abandoning common sense.

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Porsche Cayenne

3.3 (2 Reviews)
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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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Reviews BMW X6

5 (1 Reviews)
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Ioana Annayse Simion
26 Jan 2026, 17:50:11

BMW IS BEST!!!!!!

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Reviews Porsche Cayenne

3.3 (2 Reviews)
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BMW X6
Porsche Cayenne

Costs and Consumption
Price
83600 - 146400 £
Price
87000 - 186400 £
Consumption L/100km
7.2 - 12.7 L
Consumption L/100km
4 - 12.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19.7 - 20.6 kWh
Electric Range
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Electric Range
74 - 642 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
21.80 kWh
co2
188 - 288 g/km
co2
0 - 277 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
83 L
Fuel tank capacity
70 - 90 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2240 - 2445 kg
Curb weight
2130 - 2720 kg
Trunk capacity
580 L
Trunk capacity
434 - 781 L
Length
4960 mm
Length
4930 mm
Width
2004 - 2019 mm
Width
1980 - 1989 mm
Height
1700 mm
Height
1652 - 1698 mm
Max trunk capacity
1530 L
Max trunk capacity
1344 - 1708 L
Payload
595 - 695 kg
Payload
365 - 705 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Diesel 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
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
298 - 625 HP
Power HP
353 - 1156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 6.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.5 - 6 s
Max Speed
250 km/h
Max Speed
248 - 305 km/h
Torque
540 - 750 Nm
Torque
500 - 1500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
219 - 460 kW
Power kW
260 - 850 kW
Engine capacity
2993 - 4395 cm3
Engine capacity
2995 - 3996 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025 - 2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, C, A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Porsche

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What drivetrain options does the BMW X6 have?

The BMW X6 is available as All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.