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Renault Austral vs Porsche Cayenne – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Two cars, one duel: Renault Austral meets Porsche Cayenne.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!

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

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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.

Renault Austral has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29700 £, while the Porsche Cayenne costs 87000 £. That’s a price difference of around 57258 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Porsche Cayenne manages with 4 L and is therefore a bit more efficient than the Renault Austral with 4.80 L. The difference is about 0.80 L per 100 km.

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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 convincingly edge – offering 739 HP compared to 200 HP. That’s roughly 539 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Cayenne is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.60 s, while the Renault Austral takes 8.40 s. That’s about 4.80 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Porsche Cayenne performs convincingly better – reaching 305 km/h, while the Renault Austral tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 125 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Porsche Cayenne pulls clearly stronger with 950 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 680 Nm difference.

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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, Renault Austral is noticeable lighter – 1539 kg compared to 2130 kg. The difference is around 591 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Porsche Cayenne offers clearly perceptible more room – 772 L compared to 555 L. That’s a difference of about 217 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Austral performs minimal better – up to 1761 L, which is about 53 L more than the Porsche Cayenne.

When it comes to payload, Porsche Cayenne clearly perceptible takes the win – 705 kg compared to 477 kg. That’s a difference of about 228 kg.

Who comes out on top?

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.

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Porsche Cayenne

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 353 - 739 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4 - 12.2 L
  • Electric Range : 74 - 83 km
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Renault Austral

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The Renault Austral dresses the family SUV in elegant modern looks and a surprisingly grown-up cabin that feels thoughtful and livable. It balances comfort and clever technology with a relaxed road presence—an appealing choice for buyers who want style and everyday sense without fuss.

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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
29700 - 37800 £
Price
87000 - 186400 £
Consumption L/100km
4.8 - 6.5 L
Consumption L/100km
4 - 12.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
74 - 83 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
21.80 kWh
co2
109 - 148 g/km
co2
90 - 277 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 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
1539 - 1613 kg
Curb weight
2130 - 2670 kg
Trunk capacity
527 - 555 L
Trunk capacity
434 - 772 L
Length
4533 mm
Length
4930 mm
Width
1825 mm
Width
1983 - 1989 mm
Height
1645 mm
Height
1652 - 1698 mm
Max trunk capacity
1736 - 1761 L
Max trunk capacity
1344 - 1708 L
Payload
464 - 477 kg
Payload
365 - 705 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
158 - 200 HP
Power HP
353 - 739 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 - 9.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 6 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
248 - 305 km/h
Torque
270 Nm
Torque
500 - 950 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
116 - 147 kW
Power kW
260 - 544 kW
Engine capacity
1199 - 1332 cm3
Engine capacity
2995 - 3996 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, C
Brand
Renault
Brand
Porsche

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What drivetrain options does the Renault Austral have?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.