Porsche spices up the 2021 Cayenne lineup with the return of the GTS model. While the company hasn't announced changes for the rest of the lineup, we now know that the GTS will have a 460-hp twin-turbo V-8. Along with more desirable standard features, it'll also benefit from a lowered suspension and other performance hardware. The 2021 GTS is the top-of-the-line version of the regular Cayenne, but it's just as much a gateway to the high-powered Turbo variants (reviewed separately).
Pros Sensational powertrains, sports-car DNA, can tow 7700 pounds.
Cons Ride can be stiff, limited cubby storage, custom options can add up.
The GTS returns, powered by a 453-horsepower turbocharged V8.
Pros Truly impressive handling for a crossover SUV Wide selection of powerful engines Exquisite interior and build quality Plenty of customization options
Cons Quite a few features that should be standard at this price are optional Gloss-black interior panels can quickly look dirty Poor rear visibility Climate control fans are weak at low speeds and noisy at high
The 2019 Porsche Cayenne Hybrid ranked #1 in Luxury Midsize SUVs. Currently the Porsche Cayenne Hybrid has a score of 9.3 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 8 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Excellent handling Lots of power Posh interior User-friendly infotainment system
Cons Short on cargo space High base price
The BMW X6 has powerful engines and a luxurious, high-tech cabin. You’ll forgo some space and practicality versus a BMW X5 though, and spend more doing it.
Pros SUVs don’t come much quicker Fantastic infotainment system Impressive interior quality
Cons X5 equivalent has better rear headroom Audi RS Q8 is easier on the eyes Smaller boot than every alternative
While the regular BMW X6 is in its fourth generation, the high-performance 2020 X6 M has just embarked on its third. It's hard to tell the difference between the all-new model and the one it replaces, but upon closer inspection there are noteworthy improvements. The 2020 iteration is more powerful for one, adding between 33 and 50 horsepower. Its bodywork received a subtle but sharper-looking makeover, and its cabin has been overhauled with a modernized aesthetic and better technology.
Pros Astonishing performance, unapologetically brutal design, long list of standard features.
Cons Hugely impractical, limited rear visibility, thirsty for fuel.
The 2020 BMW X6 M comes with all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 8-speed shiftable automatic.600 horsepower in standard trim or 617 hp with the Competition package.All-wheel-drive system maximized for handling performance.Adaptive suspension with active roll stabilization.
Pros Massive power from both available engines Startling acceleration at any speed Impressive handling performance High-quality interior packed with features
Cons Stiff and sometimes unyielding ride Distinctive styling limits rear headroom and cargo capacity