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VW T-Roc vs Porsche Cayenne comparison

Compare performance (150 HP vs 1,156 HP), boot space and price (26,400 £ vs 90,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – VW T-Roc or Porsche Cayenne?

VW T-Roc vs Porsche Cayenne: Key differences

VW T-Roc

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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Porsche Cayenne

3.2 (3 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • noticeably more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space
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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

T-Roc

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

VW T-Roc is substantially cheaper – starting at 26,400 £ , while the Porsche Cayenne costs 90,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 63,733 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Porsche Cayenne uses 4 L/100km and is noticeably more efficient than the VW T-Roc with 5.5 L/100km. The difference is about 1.5 L/100km.

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 offers substantially more power – delivering 1,156 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 1,006 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Porsche Cayenne is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 2.5 s, while the VW T-Roc takes 8.9 s. That’s about 6.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Porsche Cayenne delivers substantially more torque with 1,500 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 1,250 Nm more.

T-Roc

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 terms of curb weight, VW T-Roc is substantially lighter – 1,465 kg compared to 2,130 kg. The difference is around 665 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Porsche Cayenne offers noticeably more boot space – 781 L compared to 475 L. That’s a difference of about 306 L.

When it comes to payload, the Porsche Cayenne carries noticeably more – 705 kg compared to 515 kg. That’s a difference of about 190 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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VW T-Roc

The Volkswagen T‑Roc is a stylish, well-proportioned crossover that blends hatchback agility with SUV presence. It delivers a comfortable cabin, user-friendly tech and a composed ride, making it a sensible choice for buyers who want practicality with a bit of character.

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I've been driving the VW T‑Roc for a few months now and I'm totally satisfied. 🚗 The higher seating position gives me a great feeling of security and the visibility in city traffic is excellent. I especially like the modern infotainment system — everything works intuitively and quickly. On the motorway it feels very calm and stable, even at higher speeds. Overall a great car that's a lot of fun and still economical.

Porsche Cayenne

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Costs and Consumption
Price
26,400 - 38,600 £
Price
90,200 - 144,400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.5 - 6.3 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
126 - 143 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
4 - 5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,465 - 1,539 kg
Curb weight
2,130 - 2,725 kg
Trunk capacity
284 - 475 L
Trunk capacity
434 - 781 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,811 - 1,828 mm
Width
1,980 - 1,983 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
368 - 515 kg
Payload
525 - 705 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
115 - 150 HP
Power HP
353 - 1,156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 12.3 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.5 - 6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
200 - 250 Nm
Torque
500 - 1,500 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
85 - 110 kW
Power kW
260 - 850 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
2,995 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, A
Brand
VW
Brand
Porsche
What drive types are available for the VW T-Roc?

The VW T-Roc is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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