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 2018 Toyota Sequoia offers a new off-road focused TRD Sport package for what is quickly becoming an aged full-size SUV.
Pros Reliable V-8 power Proper four-wheel-drive system Composed ride
Cons Wildly inefficient Cheap interior materials Price escalates quickly
The 2018 Toyota Sequoia ranked #3 in Large SUVs. Currently the Toyota Sequoia has a score of 8.2 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 53 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Plenty of power Spacious interior Above-average cargo room Excellent predicted reliability rating
Cons Poor gas mileage Outdated infotainment system Lower-quality interior than rivals
For 2018, Toyota has added a new TRD Sport trim. All Sequoias now have LED headlights and additional standard safety features, including forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking. A restyled grille and gauge cluster round out the changes for 2018.
PROS Cargo area is one of the largest in this class For a big SUV, it rides pretty comfortably over bumps Flexible seating arrangement allows for up to eight passengers Respectable off-road capability for a big SUV
CONS Touchscreen is small by modern standards Audio and front central cupholders are hard to reach Even among V8-powered SUVs, fuel economy is poor
