Comparison - Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class 63 AMG 2018 - vs - Porsche Cayenne Platinum 2018

General

Other Names:

Also called:

GL-Class

Also called:

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Average Price: 
125,300
Updated: 
22 Mar 2018
66,700
Updated: 
01 Jul 2018
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
All Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive
Year: 
2018
2018
Total Seating: 
7
5
Transmission: 
7-speed Shiftable Automatic
8-speed Shiftable Automatic
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
yes
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
26.40gals
26.40gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Black
#000000
Dakota Brown Metallic
#403524
Diamond Silver Metallic
#C5CDD2
Iridium Silver Metallic
#ADB1B2
Lunar Blue Metallic
#18294B
Obsidian Black Metallic
#211810
Palladium Silver Metallic
#888785
Polar White
#E1E0DE
Steel Grey Metallic
#6A7575
designo Cardinal Red Metallic
#A02C32
designo Diamond White Metallic
#EDE4D7
Color: 
Black
#000000
Carmine Red
#820A13
Carrara White Metallic
#FFFFFF
Jet Black Metallic
#000000
Mahogany Metallic
#4C3B33
Meteor Grey Metallic
#393029
Moonlight Blue Metallic
#2B2E3D
Palladium Metallic
#8E8179
Purpurite Metallic
#2A1E3B
Rhodium Silver Metallic
#E6E6E6
Sapphire Blue Metallic
#284378
White
#FFFFFF

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

Most buyers will be well-served by the GLS 450. It delivers solid performance along with its luxurious cabin, plus it leaves room for customization with numerous options packages.

PROS
Spacious third-row seat can accommodate adults
Ample acceleration with any powertrain choice
Quiet cabin with luxurious trim
Available off-road package gives it true capability in the dirt

CONS
Many desirable features don't come standard
Large price jump from GLS 450 to GLS 550

By: 
edmunds.com

The 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLS takes an old-school tack to modern-SUV design, and it works.

Pros
Lots of room
Lots of flexibility
Big luxury SUV panache
Lots of safety technology on tap
AMG–no, really

Cons
Dated switchgear
COMAND is cumbersome
Diesel’s been deleted

By: 
thecarconnection.com

The 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class ranked #2 in Luxury Large SUVs. Currently the Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class has a score of 8.9 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 38 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Powerful engines
Fuel-efficient V6
Handsome, spacious cabin
Smooth ride

Cons
Fewer standard features than some rivals

By: 
usnews.com

The 2018 Porsche Cayenne is a richly appointed luxury SUV that earns its Porsche badge. It's one of few cars on the road that manage to feel special in standard or top trims, despite a $100,000 price difference.

Pros
Strong engines
Superlative handling for the big SUV
Lots of options to consider
Good performance from hybrid

Cons
Not particularly efficient with space inside
Base model isn’t really thrilling
Unbelievably expensive options

By: 
thecarconnection.com

There are no significant changes to the 2018 Porsche Cayenne.As far as performance and luxury go, we're confident that most shoppers will find the base Cayenne to their liking. Porsche buyers tend to crave a bit more performance, however, so we think the Cayenne S hits a good balance point for power and price.

PROS
Truly impressive handling for a crossover SUV
Wide selection of powerful engines available
Exquisite interior and build quality
Plenty of customization options

CONS
Quite a few optional features should be standard given the price tag
Relatively small cargo capacity for the segment

By: 
edmunds.com

The 2018 Porsche Cayenne ranked #3 in Luxury Midsize SUVs. Currently the Porsche Cayenne has a score of 8.7 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 58 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Potent optional engines
Sharp handling
Handsome, well-built interior
Quiet, comfortable ride

Cons
Small cargo hold
Abundant buttons and knobs can be overwhelming
Starting price and options are more expensive than most

By: 
usnews.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Premium Unleaded
Premium Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
13.00mpg
17.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
18.00mpg
23.00mpg
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas
Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
32
24
Cylinders: 
8
V
6
V
Engine Size/Displacement: 
5.50L
3.60L
Torque: 
561ft-lbs
at 1 750rpm
295ft-lbs
at 3 000rpm
Horsepower: 
577hp
at 5 500rpm
300hp
at 6 300rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
40.70Feet
39.00Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
yes
no
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
yes
yes
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
no
Front view Camera: 
yes
no
Side view Camera: 
yes
no
On steering wheel: 
Transmission, cruise and audio controls on steering wheel
Transmission, cruise and audio controls on steering wheel
More in Convenience: 
Destination guidance (also Turn-by-Turn Navigation)*
Roadside Assistance*
Destination Download*
Concierge Service*
Universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)
Manual rear seat easy entry
Self-Leveling Headlights
Keyless Ignition
Sun Sensor
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror
Driver Assisted Parking Assist
Adaptive Cruise Control
Universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
203.20in
191.10in
Width: 
84.30in
78.70in
Height: 
72.80in
67.40in
Ground Clearance: 
8.50in
8.50in
Wheel Base: 
121.10in
114.00in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
41.20
Rear Head Room: 
40.00
Front Leg Room: 
40.30in
Rear leg room: 
38.50in
Front Shoulder Room: 
58.50in
Rear Shoulder room: 
58.30in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
93.80cu.ft
62.90cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
7500lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
16.00cu.ft
23.60cu.ft
Curb Weight: 
5754.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
yes
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
yes
Compass: 
yes
yes

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
4 one-touch power windows
Heated mirrors
Remote keyless power door locks
Reverse tilt passenger only provides curb view when vehicle in reverse
Hands-Free Entry
4 one-touch power windows
Heated mirrors
Hands-Free Entry

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
10 -way power driver seat
Bucket front seats
Height adjustable passenger seat
Multi-level heating driver seat
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Passenger seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Multi-level heating passenger seat
Leatherette
10-Way Power Passenger Seat
Height adjustable driver seat
Ventilated Driver Seat
Ventilated Passenger Seat
Massaging
Premium Leather
Height adjustable driver seat
Multi-level heating driver seat
Height adjustable passenger seat
Multi-level heating passenger seat
8-Way Power Driver Seat
8-Way Power Passenger Seat
Leather
Leather/Sueded Microfiber
Rear Seats Features: 
Power folding split-bench third row seats
Reclining rear seats
Folding center armrest
Rear ventilation ducts
Split-folding rear seatback
Multi-Level Heating
Folding center armrest
Reclining rear seats
Split-folding rear seatback
Rear ventilation ducts

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Front stabilizer bar
Front stabilizer bar
Rear Suspension: 
Rear stabilizer bar
Rear stabilizer bar
Suspension Info: 
Four-wheel independent suspension
Four-wheel independent suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
yes
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors
Leather steering wheel
Turn signal in mirrors
Three Zone Climate Control
Cooled storage compartment
Heated steering wheel
Leather steering wheel
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors

Entertainment

DVD player: 
yes
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
yes
no
More Entertainment: 
Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control
USB connection
Memory card slot
1 Subwoofer(S)
14 Total Speakers
830 Watts Stereo Output
Harman/Kardon Premium Brand Speakers
Harman/Kardon Premium Brand Stereo System
Speed-Sensitive Volume Control
Surround Audio (Discrete)
6 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service
3 Months of provided satellite radio service
Auxiliary audio input
Speed sensitive volume control
USB connection

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
yes
yes
Rear defogger: 
yes
yes
More in Glass and Roof: 
Variable intermittent rain sensing wipers
Remote sunroof operation
Privacy glass
Power glass sunroof
Roof rack
Intermittent rear wiper
Privacy glass
Variable intermittent rain sensing wipers
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
21 X 10-In.
20 X 9.0-In
Wheels more: 
Inside mounted spare tire
Temporary spare tire
Null spare wheel
All season tires
Performance tires
Fullsize non-matching spare tire
Inside mounted spare tire
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
295.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
40
Diameter: 
R21
Width: 
275.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
45
Diameter: 
R20

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
Front ventilated disc brakes
Front ventilated disc brakes
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
rear ventilated disc brakes
rear ventilated disc brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
yes
yes
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
yes
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
yes
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
Stolen Vehicle Tracking/Assistance*
Airbag Deployment Notification*
PARKTRONIC w/Active Parking Assist
Rear height adjustable headrests
Rear center 3-point belt
Remote anti-theft alarm system
Post-collision safety system
Brake drying
Pre-collision safety system
Emergency Braking Preparation
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
Turn signal mirrors
Rear Side Air Bags (SPC)
Emergency Service*
Vehicle Alarm notification*
LED Headlamp
Adaptive Headlights
Blind-Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System
Cornering Lights
Self-Leveling Headlights
2 Front Headrests
3 Rear Headrests
4-Wheel ABS
Rear height adjustable headrests
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
Rear center 3-point belt
Remote anti-theft alarm system
Xenon High Intensity Discharge Headlamp

Options

Packages: 
Accessory Chrome Package
Appearance Package
AMG Night Package
Comfort Lighting Package w/Memory Package
Premium Package Plus
Smoking Package
14-Way Power Seats w/Memory Package
Premium Package
Sport Package
18-Way Adaptive Sport Seats W/Memory Package
Driver Memory Package
Exterior Options: 
Wheel Locks
Trailer Hitch (Class IV)
22" AMG Multi-Spoke Black Alloy Wheels
21" AMG Twin Cross Spoke Black Alloy Wheels
22" AMG Multi-Spoke Bicolor Alloy Wheels
Tinted LED Headlights
ParkAssist (Front and Rear) w/Reversing Camera
"PORSCHE" Logo and Model Designation Painted
Off-Road Underbody Protection
Sport Exhaust System in Black
Wheel Spacers, 5mm (Front and Rear)
Soft Close Doors
Roof Rails in Black including Roof Transport System
Thermally and Noise Insulated Privacy Glass
Panorama Roof System
21" Sport Classic Wheels in Platinum Satin w/Wheel Arch Extensions
21" Sport Classic Wheels in Black w/Wheel Arch Extensions
21" Cayenne SportEdition Painted Black Wheels w/Arch Extension
Running Boards
21" Cayenne SportEdition Wheels w/Wheel Arch Extensions
21" 911 Turbo Design Wheels
Summer Performance Tires for 20" Wheels
Exterior Package in Black (High-Gloss)
SportDesign Package w/Side Skirts
SportDesign Package w/out Side Skirts
21" Sport Classic Wheels in Jet Black Metallic w/Wheel Arch Extensions
Rocker Panels w/Aluminum Finish
ParkAssist (Front and Rear) w/Surround View
"PORSCHE" Logo Painted
Deletion of Model Designation
Sport Tailpipes in Black
Sport Exhaust System
Trailer Hitch w/out Tow Ball
Roof Rails in Black
Roof Rails in Aluminum Finish w/Roof Transport System
Roof Rails in Aluminum Finish
Heated Windshield w/Thermally and Noise Insulated Privacy Glass
21" Sport Classic Wheels in Exterior Color w/Wheel Arch Extensions
21" Sport Classic Wheels w/Wheel Arch Extensions
Stainless Steel Skid Plate (Front)
Stainless Steel Skid Plates (Front and Rear)
21" Cayenne SportEdition Wheels Painted in Exterior Color w/Arch Extensions
21" Cayenne SportEdition Wheels in Platinum Satin
Door Handles in Black (High-Gloss)
Wheel Arch Extensions in Black w/Side Door Protection Moldings
Air Intake Grilles Painted
20" RS Spyder Design Wheels
Fuel Cap w/Aluminum Look Finish
Exterior Mirrors Painted
20" RS Spyder Design Winter Wheel-And-Tire Set
Snow Chains
20" Cayenne SportDesign II Winter Wheel-And-Tire Set
19" Cayenne Design II Winter Wheel-And-Tire Set
20" Cayenne SportDesign II Winter Wheel-And-Tire Set
19" Cayenne Design II Winter Wheel-And-Tire Set
20" Cayenne SportDesign II Wheels
20" RS Spyder Design Wheels
19" Cayenne Sport Classic Winter Wheel-And-Tire Set
18" Cayenne S Winter Wheel-And-Tire Set
19" Cayenne Turbo Winter Wheel-And-Tire Set
20" RS Spyder Design Winter Wheel-And-Tire Set
18" Cayenne Winter Wheel-And-Tire Set
19" Cayenne Sport Classic Winter Wheel-And-Tire Set, Platinum Satin
19" Cayenne Sport Classic Winter Wheel-And-Tire Set
19" Cayenne Turbo Winter Wheel-And-Tire Set
19" Cayenne Sport Classic Winter Wheel-And-Tire Set, Platinum Satin
19" Cayenne Design II Wheels
18" Cayenne S Wheels
19" Cayenne Turbo Wheels
Roof Spoiler Separation Edge Painted
Sport Tailpipes
Sport Exhaust System In Black
Extended Exterior Package In Black (High-Gloss) W/Roof Spoiler Separation Edge
Bi-Xenon Headlights In Black W/Porsche Dynamic Light System (PDLS)
ParkAssist (Front And Rear) W/Reversing Camera
ParkAssist (Front And Rear)
LED Headlights W/Porsche Dynamic Light System Plus (PDLS+)
Cargo Management System
Ski/Snowboard Holder, Pull-Out
Roof Box In Platinum Satin, 18.3 Cu. Ft.
Wheel Care Kit
Decorative Valve Stems In Silver W/Monochrome Porsche Crest
Decorative Valve Stems In Silver W/Colored Porsche Crest
Decorative Valve Stems In Black W/Colored Porsche Crest
20" Collapsible Spare Tire
Wheel Spacers, 17mm (Rear)
Summer Performance Tires For 18" Wheels
Summer Performance Tires For 19" Wheels
Racing Bike Carrier W/Front Wheel Bag
Racing Bike Carrier W/Front Wheel Holder
Outdoor Car Cover
Indoor Car Cover
Bicycle Rack
Roof Box In Platinum Satin, 18.3 Cu. Ft.Roof Box In Black (High-Gloss), 18.3 Cu. Ft.
Roof Box In Black (High-Gloss), 11.3 Cu. Ft.
Roof Box In Platinum Satin, 11.3 Cu. Ft.
18" Cayenne Wheels
Interior Options: 
Heated Steering Wheel
Heated & Cooled Front Cup Holders
Air Ionization With Air Filter
Accessory Rear Seat Entertainment System
Rear Seat Entertainment
Rear Seat Entertainment Pre-Wiring
Bang & Olufsen Sound System
Power EASY-ENTRY Feature For 2nd-Row Seats
2nd Row Side-Window Sunshades
Wood/Leather Steering Wheel
AMG Nappa/DINAMICA Performance Steering Wheel
2nd Row Seat Pass-Thru
Porsche Entry and Drive
Armrests in Deviated Leather
Air Vent Slats in Leather
Seat Centers in Deviated Leather
Soft Ruffled Seat Centers w/Leather Interior
Leather Interior Package
Soft Ruffled Seat Centers w/Natural Leather Interior
Seat Belts in Garnet Red
Seat Belts in Espresso
Seat Belts in Luxor Beige
Yachting Mahogany Interior Package including Gear Selector
Heated Multifunction Steering Wheel in Yachting Mahogany
Personalized Floor Mats w/Leather Edging
Heated Multifunction Steering Wheel in Alcantara
Center Console Armrest w/Model Logo
Sun Visors in Leather
Grab Handles in Leather
Front Seat Console in Leather
Cargo Management
Seat Ventilation (Front and Rear)
Power Sunblind for Rear Side Windows
Electronic Logbook
Porsche Rear Seat Entertainment Plus
Illuminated Personalized Door-Sill Guards in Stainless Steel
Heated Multifunction Steering Wheel in Carbon Fiber
Grab Handles in Carbon Fiber
Anthracite Birch Interior Package
Yachting Mahogany Interior Package
Heated Multifunction Sport Steering Wheel in Dark Walnut
Instrument Dials in Garnet Red
Upper Dash Dial in White
Interior Package Painted
Instrument Dials in Luxor Beige
Ski Bag
Porsche Rear Seat Entertainment
Vehicle Key Painted w/Key Pouch in Leather
Air Vent Slats Painted
Upper Dash Dial in Garnet Red
Instrument Dials in White
Upper Dash Dial in Luxor Beige
Gear Selector in Aluminum
Natural Olive Interior Package
Heated Multifunction Steering Wheel in Anthracite Birch
Illuminated Personalized Door-Sill Guards in Carbon Fiber
Brushed Aluminum Interior Package
Illuminated Door-Sill Guards in Stainless Steel
Burmester High-End Surround Sound System
4-Zone Climate Control
Seat Ventilation (Front)
Door Lever Surround in Leather
Fire Extinguisher
Rear-view Mirror in Leather
Porsche Rear Seat Entertainment Leather
Center Console Armrest w/Porsche Crest
Personalized Loadspace Mat w/Leather Edging
Dark Walnut Interior Package including Gear Selector
Anthracite Birch Interior Package including Gear Selector
Natural Olive Interior Package including Gear Selector
Dark Walnut Interior Package
Seat Belts in Cohiba Brown
Seat Belts in Saddle Brown
Seat Belts in Agate Grey
Interior Package Black High-Gloss
Extended Leather Interior Package, Dashboard Trim in Leather
Deviated Stitching Interior Package
Air Vents in Leather
Steering Column Casing in Leather
Seats w/Deviated Stitching
Sport Chrono Package
Carbon Interior Package Including Gear Selector
Carbon Fiber Interior Package
Porsche Rear Seat Entertainment Plus
Preparation For Porsche Rear Seat Entertainment (PRSE)
Preparation For The Rear Seat Entertainment W/Connect/Connect Plus
Steering Column Casing In Leather
12V Cooling Bag
Luggage Nets, Loadspace Floor And Sides
Luggage Compartment Liner, High
Loadspace Partition
Luggage Compartment Liner, High
Sunblind For Rear Side Windows
Sunblind For Rear Compartment
Key Pouch In Black Alcantara, Stitching In Guards Red
Key Pouch In Black Alcantara, Stitching In Black
Footrest For Rear Passenger Compartment
All-Weather Floor Mats
Ignition Starter Switch Painted
Seat Heating (Front And Rear)

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Black, leather
#131313
Black, leatherette
#131313
Crystal Grey/Black, leather
#A3A1A0
Espresso Brown, leatherette
#483F3D
Ginger Beige/Black, leather
#9E8B7C
Ginger Beige/Black, leatherette
#B6A598
Ginger Beige/Espresso Brown, leather
#BBA899
Ginger Beige/Espresso Brown, leatherette
#9E8B7C
Saddle Brown/Black, leather
#936555
designo Espresso Brown Exclusive Nappa, premium leather
#534A48
designo Porcelain/Black Exclusive Nappa, premium leather
#C4BDB9
Color: 
Agate Grey, leather
#4A4035
Black, leather
#1D1D1D
Black/Cohiba Brown, leather
#573E32
Black/Cream, leather
#A49E93
Black/Garnet Red, leather
#964348
Black/Saddle Brown, leather
#3C332B
Espresso, premium leather
#1C1916
Espresso/Cognac, premium leather
#977756
Luxor Beige, leather
#A08560
Saddle Brown, leather
#4F463E
Saddle Brown/Cream, leather
#8E887D
Saddle Brown/Luxor Beige, leather
#554C44