Kia Sportage vs Porsche Cayenne
Overview | |
MSRP$28,790 | MSRP$84,700 |
Listings3778 | Listings396 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryNo model demonstrates Kia’s growth like the Sportage compact crossover SUV. The nameplate has been around since Kia’s early days in North America, and it has evolved into a true rival for popular crossovers like the Honda CR-V, Subaru Forester, and Toyota RAV4. The current-generation Sportage was introduced for the 2023 model year, and it gets revised styling for 2026. Verdict: The refreshed Sportage arrives with the competent execution we’ve come to expect from Kia. | |
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. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 187 hp I4 | Engine3.0L 348 hp V6 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainAWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower187 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower348 hp @ 5400 rpm |
MPG City25 | MPG City17 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway23 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 187 hp I4 | Engine Name3.0L 348 hp V6 |
Torque178 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | Torque368 lb-ft @ 1450 rpm |
Horsepower187 hp @ 6100 rpm | Horsepower348 hp @ 5400 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainAWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City25 | MPG City17 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway23 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation SystemStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space39.6 cu ft | Cargo Space27.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight3435 lbs | Curb Weight4678 lbs |
Height65.4 in | Height66.9 in |
Length184.4 in | Length194.1 in |
Width73.4 in | Width86.4 in |
Wheelbase108.5 in | Wheelbase114.0 in |
Maximum Payload1305 lbs | Maximum Payload1572 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity3500 lbs | Maximum Towing Capacity7716 lbs |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $28,790 | $84,700 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.3 out of 10Read full review | 8.0 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | No model demonstrates Kia’s growth like the Sportage compact crossover SUV. The nameplate has been around since Kia’s early days in North America, and it has evolved into a true rival for popular crossovers like the Honda CR-V, Subaru Forester, and Toyota RAV4. The current-generation Sportage was introduced for the 2023 model year, and it gets revised styling for 2026. Verdict: The refreshed Sportage arrives with the competent execution we’ve come to expect from Kia. | 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. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.5L 187 hp I4 | 3.0L 348 hp V6 |
Drive Train | FWD | AWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 187 hp @ 6100 rpm | 348 hp @ 5400 rpm |
MPG City | 25 | 17 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 23 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 187 hp I4 | 3.0L 348 hp V6 |
Torque | 178 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm | 368 lb-ft @ 1450 rpm |
Horsepower | 187 hp @ 6100 rpm | 348 hp @ 5400 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 25 | 17 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 23 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | Standard |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 39.6 cu ft | 27.2 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3435 lbs | 4678 lbs |
Height | 65.4 in | 66.9 in |
Length | 184.4 in | 194.1 in |
Width | 73.4 in | 86.4 in |
Wheelbase | 108.5 in | 114.0 in |
Maximum Payload | 1305 lbs | 1572 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
Maximum Towing Capacity | 3500 lbs | 7716 lbs |
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