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BMW XM vs Porsche Cayenne - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (748 HP vs 1156 HP), boot space and price (116100 £ vs 87000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW XM or Porsche Cayenne?

BMW XM

Porsche Cayenne

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

XM

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Porsche Cayenne has a distinct advantage in terms of price – it starts at 87000 £ , while the BMW XM costs 116100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 29142 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Porsche Cayenne manages with 4 L and is therefore a bit more efficient than the BMW XM with 4.70 L. The difference is about 0.70 L per 100 km.

As for electric range, the Porsche Cayenne performs convincingly better – achieving up to 642 km, about 562 km more than the BMW XM.

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 has a evident edge – offering 1156 HP compared to 748 HP. That’s roughly 408 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 XM takes 3.80 s. That’s about 1.30 s faster.

There’s also a difference in torque: Porsche Cayenne pulls noticeable stronger with 1500 Nm compared to 1000 Nm. That’s about 500 Nm difference.

XM

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: BMW XM offers evident more seating capacity – 7 vs 5.

In curb weight, Porsche Cayenne is noticeable lighter – 2130 kg compared to 2695 kg. The difference is around 565 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Porsche Cayenne offers evident more room – 781 L compared to 527 L. That’s a difference of about 254 L.

When it comes to payload, Porsche Cayenne distinct takes the win – 705 kg compared to 525 kg. That’s a difference of about 180 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Porsche Cayenne is far ahead 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.

BMW XM
Porsche Cayenne

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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

BMW XM

The BMW XM is an unapologetically bold flagship that fuses brash, hyper-styled presence with the kind of luxury that commands attention wherever it goes. Inside it's a leather-clad showpiece loaded with modern tech and a driving personality that blends theatrical muscle with refined grand-tourer composure—ideal for buyers who want drama and comfort in equal measure.

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Porsche Cayenne

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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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BMW XM
Porsche Cayenne

Costs and Consumption

Price
116100 - 159300 £
Price
87000 - 186400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5.3 L
Consumption L/100km
4 - 12.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
19.7 - 20.6 kWh
Electric Range
78 - 80 km
Electric Range
74 - 642 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
21.80 kWh
co2
105 - 119 g/km
co2
0 - 277 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
70 - 90 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
7
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2695 - 2795 kg
Curb weight
2130 - 2720 kg
Trunk capacity
527 L
Trunk capacity
434 - 781 L
Length
-
Length
4930 mm
Width
2005 mm
Width
1980 - 1989 mm
Height
-
Height
1652 - 1698 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1344 - 1708 L
Payload
505 - 525 kg
Payload
365 - 705 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
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
476 - 748 HP
Power HP
353 - 1156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.5 - 6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
248 - 305 km/h
Torque
700 - 1000 Nm
Torque
500 - 1500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
350 - 550 kW
Power kW
260 - 850 kW
Engine capacity
2998 - 4395 cm3
Engine capacity
2995 - 3996 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2025 - 2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, C, A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Porsche
What drive types are available for the BMW XM?

The BMW XM 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.