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VW Touareg vs Porsche Cayenne – Performance, range & efficiency compared

Both models have their strengths – but which one suits you more?
Compare performance, efficiency, price and space directly: VW Touareg or Porsche Cayenne?

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.

VW Touareg has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 64300 £, while the Porsche Cayenne costs 87000 £. That’s a price difference of around 22693 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Porsche Cayenne manages with 4 L and is therefore evident more efficient than the VW Touareg with 5.20 L. The difference is about 1.20 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Porsche Cayenne performs significantly better – achieving up to 83 km, about 34 km more than the VW Touareg.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Porsche Cayenne has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 739 HP compared to 462 HP. That’s roughly 277 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 VW Touareg takes 5.10 s. That’s about 1.50 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Porsche Cayenne performs to a small extent better – reaching 305 km/h, while the VW Touareg tops out at 250 km/h. The difference is around 55 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Porsche Cayenne pulls noticeable stronger with 950 Nm compared to 700 Nm. That’s about 250 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, VW Touareg is hardly perceptible lighter – 2059 kg compared to 2130 kg. The difference is around 71 kg.

In terms of boot space, the VW Touareg offers barely noticeable more room – 810 L compared to 772 L. That’s a difference of about 38 L.

In maximum load capacity, the VW Touareg performs hardly perceptible better – up to 1800 L, which is about 92 L more than the Porsche Cayenne.

When it comes to payload, VW Touareg barely noticeable takes the win – 751 kg compared to 705 kg. That’s a difference of about 46 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the Porsche Cayenne shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance 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.

from about £87,000
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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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Volkswagen Touareg wraps a grown-up presence in a classy, well-appointed cabin that feels more like a premium saloon than an SUV. It glides with quiet composure, devours long journeys and tucks away clever tech that makes life easier whether you’re stuck in town or nipping off the beaten track.

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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
64300 - 88300 £
Price
87000 - 186400 £
Consumption L/100km
5.2 - 10.5 L
Consumption L/100km
4 - 12.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
47 - 49 km
Electric Range
74 - 83 km
Battery Capacity
14.30 kWh
Battery Capacity
21.80 kWh
co2
119 - 239 g/km
co2
90 - 277 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
75 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
2059 - 2470 kg
Curb weight
2130 - 2670 kg
Trunk capacity
665 - 810 L
Trunk capacity
434 - 772 L
Length
4878 - 4902 mm
Length
4930 mm
Width
1984 mm
Width
1983 - 1989 mm
Height
1693 - 1712 mm
Height
1652 - 1698 mm
Max trunk capacity
1675 - 1800 L
Max trunk capacity
1344 - 1708 L
Payload
550 - 751 kg
Payload
365 - 705 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel
Engine Type
Petrol, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
231 - 462 HP
Power HP
353 - 739 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 - 7.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 6 s
Max Speed
222 - 250 km/h
Max Speed
248 - 305 km/h
Torque
450 - 700 Nm
Torque
500 - 950 Nm
Number of Cylinders
6
Number of Cylinders
6 - 8
Power kW
170 - 340 kW
Power kW
260 - 544 kW
Engine capacity
2967 - 2995 cm3
Engine capacity
2995 - 3996 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, D
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B, C
Brand
VW
Brand
Porsche

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Is the VW Touareg offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include All-Wheel Drive.

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