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
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
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
The 2017 Mazda CX-5 ranks 2 out of 18 Compact SUVs. The 2017 Mazda CX-5 ranks near the top of the compact SUV class for its outstanding performance, comfortable passenger space, high-quality interior, and laudable features.
Pros Fantastic performance Smooth ride Upscale cabin Roomy and comfortable seats
Cons Average engine power Low predicted reliability rating
The 2017 Mazda CX-5 has been fully redesigned. Though its dimensions haven't changed, it's smoother and quieter to drive. Other improvements include sharper styling, a more upscale cabin and some new features. Its engine and automatic transmission are largely carried over, though last year's manual transmission is no longer available.
Pros Keen handling and steering make the CX-5 enjoyable to drive Attractive and upscale cabin for a premium ownership experience Quieter on the highway than before
Cons Not as powerful as some rivals
The 2017 Mazda CX-5 takes a lot of small steps forward, but are any of them big enough changes to sway buyers? The 2017 Mazda CX-5 is new this year, and improves upon last year's model with a better interior and exterior look, quieter ride, a new-ish standard engine, and a coming turbodiesel that could be among the leaders for small crossovers in highway mileage. It's offered in Sport, Touring, and Grand Touring trims with varying levels of creature comforts.
Pros Best-looking compact crossover, by our eyes Improved interior Excellent driveability Fold-flat rear seats
Cons Not dramatically different than outgoing model Turbodiesel arriving later this year Finicky infotainment system Small-ish cargo area
