2025 Porsche Cayenne vs 2026 BMW X3
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MSRP$84,700 | MSRP$51,300 |
Listings26 | Listings453 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.7 out of 10 |
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2025 Porsche Cayenne Reviews SummaryVerdict: Even the base model Cayenne delivers an agile driving experience, but those willing to dig deep into their bank account for one of Porsche’s more expensive Cayenne models are rewarded with a spirited drive like no other. The competition here is stiff, in the form of other German SUVs like the Audi Q8, BMW X5, and Mercedes-Benz GLE, and their performance variants. However, the Cayenne is not here to lose. | |
2026 BMW X3 Reviews SummaryBMW offers the 2026 X3 in two flavours: 30 xDrive and M50. The latter is tuned for performance, but the base X3 30 xDrive is so good that you might be happy trading the M50’s outright speed and sheer capability for significant savings. BMW redesigned this compact luxury crossover in 2025, and the only tweaks for 2026 make the base model look and feel a little more upscale inside. Verdict: For this review, we evaluated the BMW X3 M50. It was terrific, but with a sticker price more than $15,000 higher than the rewarding X3 30 xDrive, it’s hard to justify the extra money. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.0L 348 hp V6 | Engine2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Drive TrainAWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower348 hp @ 5400 rpm | Horsepower255 hp @ 4700 rpm |
MPG City17 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway23 | MPG Highway33 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.0L 348 hp V6 | Engine Name2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Torque368 lb-ft @ 1450 rpm | Torque295 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower348 hp @ 5400 rpm | Horsepower255 hp @ 4700 rpm |
DrivetrainAWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City17 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway23 | MPG Highway33 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemOptional |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space27.2 cu ft | Cargo Space31.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight4678 lbs | Curb Weight4176 lbs |
Height66.9 in | Height65.4 in |
Length194.1 in | Length187.2 in |
Width86.4 in | Width83.9 in |
Wheelbase114.0 in | Wheelbase112.8 in |
Maximum Payload1572 lbs | Maximum Payload1107 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity7716 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity4001 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $84,700 | $51,300 |
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Ratings & Reviews | ||
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Expert reviews | 8.0 out of 10Read full review | 6.7 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | Verdict: Even the base model Cayenne delivers an agile driving experience, but those willing to dig deep into their bank account for one of Porsche’s more expensive Cayenne models are rewarded with a spirited drive like no other. The competition here is stiff, in the form of other German SUVs like the Audi Q8, BMW X5, and Mercedes-Benz GLE, and their performance variants. However, the Cayenne is not here to lose. | BMW offers the 2026 X3 in two flavours: 30 xDrive and M50. The latter is tuned for performance, but the base X3 30 xDrive is so good that you might be happy trading the M50’s outright speed and sheer capability for significant savings. BMW redesigned this compact luxury crossover in 2025, and the only tweaks for 2026 make the base model look and feel a little more upscale inside. Verdict: For this review, we evaluated the BMW X3 M50. It was terrific, but with a sticker price more than $15,000 higher than the rewarding X3 30 xDrive, it’s hard to justify the extra money. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.0L 348 hp V6 | 2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Drive Train | AWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 348 hp @ 5400 rpm | 255 hp @ 4700 rpm |
MPG City | 17 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 23 | 33 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.0L 348 hp V6 | 2.0L 255 hp I4 |
Torque | 368 lb-ft @ 1450 rpm | 295 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower | 348 hp @ 5400 rpm | 255 hp @ 4700 rpm |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 17 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 23 | 33 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Optional |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 27.2 cu ft | 31.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 4678 lbs | 4176 lbs |
Height | 66.9 in | 65.4 in |
Length | 194.1 in | 187.2 in |
Width | 86.4 in | 83.9 in |
Wheelbase | 114.0 in | 112.8 in |
Maximum Payload | 1572 lbs | 1107 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 7716 lbs | 4001 lbs |
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