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Honda ZR-V vs Porsche Cayenne comparison

Compare performance (184 HP vs 1,156 HP), boot space and price (35,100 £ vs 90,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda ZR-V or Porsche Cayenne?

Honda ZR-V vs Porsche Cayenne: Key differences

Honda ZR-V

4.8 (3 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • noticeably lighter
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Porsche Cayenne

3.3 (2 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

ZR-V

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Honda ZR-V is significantly cheaper – starting at 35,100 £ , while the Porsche Cayenne costs 90,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 55,114 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Porsche Cayenne uses 4 L/100km and is considerably more efficient than the Honda ZR-V with 5.7 L/100km. The difference is about 1.7 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 184 HP. That’s roughly 972 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 Honda ZR-V takes 7.8 s. That’s about 5.3 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Porsche Cayenne delivers clearly more torque with 1,500 Nm compared to 315 Nm. That’s about 1,185 Nm more.

ZR-V

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Honda ZR-V is noticeably lighter – 1,660 kg compared to 2,130 kg. The difference is around 470 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Porsche Cayenne carries visibly more – 705 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 250 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 - 11 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.9 - 20.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 74 - 668 km
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Honda ZR-V

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Reviews Honda ZR-V

4.8 (3 Reviews)
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HONDA ZRV — snappy, fast, perfect in every way, whisper-quiet, maximum comfort, extraordinary quality and price. For me: 5 stars.

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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Honda ZR-V
Porsche Cayenne

Costs and Consumption
Price
35,100 - 38,700 £
Price
90,200 - 144,400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.7 - 5.8 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
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co2
130 - 132 g/km
co2
0 - 249 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,660 - 1,710 kg
Curb weight
2,130 - 2,725 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
434 - 781 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,840 mm
Width
1,980 - 1,983 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
440 - 455 kg
Payload
525 - 705 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 HP
Power HP
353 - 1,156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.5 - 6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
315 Nm
Torque
500 - 1,500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
135 kW
Power kW
260 - 850 kW
Engine capacity
1,993 cm3
Engine capacity
2,995 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, A
Brand
Honda
Brand
Porsche
What drive types are available for the Honda ZR-V?

The Honda ZR-V is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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