Comparison - BMW X7 xDrive40i 2020 - vs - Porsche Cayenne GTS Coupe 2021

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Make: 
Average Price: 
$
73,900
Updated: 
07 May 2019
$
110,500
Updated: 
12 Jun 2020
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
All Wheel Drive
All Wheel Drive
Year: 
2020
2021
Total Seating: 
7
4
Transmission: 
8-speed Shiftable Automatic
8-speed Shiftable Automatic
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
no
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
4
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
21.90gals
23.70gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
ALPINE WHITE
#F8F8EF
ARCTIC GREY METALLIC
#3F4249
VERMONT BRONZE METALLIC
#675141
MINERAL WHITE METALLIC
#E7E7E7
BLACK SAPPHIRE METALLIC
#252627
Dark Graphite Metallic
#404143
Carbon Black Metallic
#171C24
Jet Black
#000000
Phytonic Blue Metallic
#315D84
Ametrin Metallic
#462836
Tanzanite Blue II Metallic
#18385A
Color: 
Dolomite Silver Metallic
#E6E6E6
Lava Orange
#D7361C
Black
#000000
Moonlight Blue Metallic
#2B2E3D
White
#FFFFFF
Jet Black Metallic
#000000
Mahogany Metallic
#4C3B33
Carrara White Metallic
#FFFFFF
Quartzite Grey Metallic
#656766
Cashmere Beige Metallic
#A2998A
Chalk
#C7C7BF
Carmine Red
#99111B

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

The 2020 BMW X7 is the upper-crust seven-seat SUV that finally answers the question: What if I want to spend more for a BMW?

Pros
Beautiful interior
Great standard tech
Comfortable seats everywhere
Opulent top trims
No bad engine choices

Cons
Very expensive
Digital dash isn’t our favorite
Look-at-me grille
Many spend-up options

By: 
thecarconnection.com

The 2020 BMW X7's #5 ranking is based on its score within the Luxury Large SUVs category. Currently the BMW X7 has a score of 7.8 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 11 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
High-end cabin materials
Many standard tech and safety features
Muscular engine options
Comfortable ride

Cons
Steering feels too light

By: 
usnews.com

The most significant update to the 2020 X7 lineup is the new M50i model, which brings a more powerful version of BMW's twin-turbo 4.4-liter V-8 and other unique content. Otherwise the model-year changes are pretty minor. The top two trims feature more standard features such as soft-close doors, gesture controls, remote engine start, and more. In addition to some revised option packages, the X7 can now be equipped with five-zone climate control. With the introduction of the M50i, the regular 50i no longer offers the M Sport package.

Pros
Smooth and robust powertrains,
marvelously quiet cabin,
seats are serenely comfy.

Cons
Leans too much in corners,
some rivals are roomier inside,
painfully slow power rear seats.

By: 
caranddriver.com

Porsche announced that the 2021 Cayenne Coupe will add a sporty GTS model. It uses a version of the twin-turbo 4.0-liter that powers the mighty Cayenne Turbo, generating 453 horsepower rather than the Turbo's 541. The new model also has dark exterior accents, a lowered suspension, and other performance hardware and premium features.

PROS
Perhaps the prettiest fastback SUV,
drives more like a 911 than a crossover,
diverse powertrain choices.

CONS
Base models have less luxury,
all models have less cargo space than their SUV cousins,
large wheels affect ride quality.

By: 
caranddriver.com

For 2021 New GTS trim level that slots between the S and the Turbo.GTS has a 453-hp V8 and some extra performance upgrades.

PROS
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
Gloss-black interior panels can look dirty almost immediately
Poor visibility out of the rear
Fans are weak at low speeds and noisy at high speeds

By: 
edmunds.com

PROS
Athletic handling
Powerful engines
Elegant interior
Generous features list

CONS
Small cargo hold
Console and dashboard controls can be distracting
High base price

By: 
usnews.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Premium Unleaded
Premium Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
20.00mpg
15.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
25.00mpg
20.00mpg
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas
Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
24
32
Cylinders: 
6
Inline
8
V
Engine Size/Displacement: 
3.00L
4.00L
Torque: 
330ft-lbs
at 1 500rpm
457ft-lbs
at 1 800rpm
Horsepower: 
335hp
at 5 500rpm
453hp
at 6 000rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
42.80Feet
39.80Feet

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
yes
Front view Camera: 
no
no
Side view Camera: 
no
no
On steering wheel: 
Transmission, Cruise And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel
Transmission Controls And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel
More in Convenience: 
Leather Steering Wheel
Keyless Ignition
Power Rear Seat Easy Entry
Universal Remote Transmitter (For Garage Door, Security System, Etc.)
Leather Steering Wheel
Keyless Ignition
Cooled Storage Compartment
Universal Remote Transmitter (For Garage Door, Security System, Etc.)

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
203.30in
194.50in
Width: 
78.70in
78.60in
Height: 
71.10in
64.70in
Ground Clearance: 
8.70in
7.00in
Wheel Base: 
122.20in
114.00in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
41.90
Rear Head Room: 
39.90
Front Leg Room: 
39.80in
Rear leg room: 
37.60in
Front Shoulder Room: 
60.00in
Rear Shoulder room: 
58.10in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
90.40cu.ft
53.40cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
7500lbs
7700lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
21.10cu.ft
Angle of Approach: 
23.10degrees
26.90degrees
Angle of Departure: 
20.50degrees
23.70degrees
Curb Weight: 
5370.00lbs
4932.00lbs

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
Reverse Tilt Passenger Mirror Provides Curb View When Vehicle In Reverse
Hands-Free Entry
Heated Mirrors
Hands-Free Entry
4 One-Touch Power Windows
Heated Mirrors

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
12 -Way Power Passenger Seat
Height Adjustable Passenger Seat
Sport Front Seats
Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat
12 -Way Power Driver Seat
Leatherette
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat
Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
Passenger Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
Height Adjustable Passenger Seat
8 -Way Power Passenger Seat
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Sport Front Seats
Leather/Sueded Microfiber
8 -Way Power Driver Seat
Rear Seats Features: 
Folding center armrest
Rear Ventilation Ducts With Fan Control
Reclining Rear Seats
Split-Folding Rear Seatback
Power Folding Split-Bench Third Row Seats
Folding center armrest
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: 
Four Zone Climate Control
Turn Signal In Mirrors
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror
Turn Signal In Mirrors
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Dual Zone Front Climate Control

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
12 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service
10 Total Speakers
Auxiliary Audio Input And USB With External Media Control
205 Watts Stereo Output
USB Connection
3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service
Auxiliary Audio Input
10 Total Speakers
USB Connection
150 Watts Stereo Output

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
no
yes
Rear defogger: 
yes
yes
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
21 x 9.5 In.
21 X 11.0 In.
Wheels more: 
Run-flat all-season
Inside Mounted Spare Tire
Temporary Spare Tire
All Season Tires
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
285.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
45
Diameter: 
R21
Width: 
315.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
35

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: 
ventilated disc brakes
Ventilated Disc Brakes
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
Rear ventilated disc brakes
Ventilated Disc Brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
yes
yes
Front fog lights: 
yes
no
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: 
Turn Signal Mirrors
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests
Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
Pre-Collision Safety System
Brake Drying
Self-Leveling Headlights
Rear Center 3-Point Belt
Post-Collision Safety System
LED Headlamp
Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System
Cornering Lights
Turn Signal Mirrors
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests
Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
Self-Leveling Headlights
Post-Collision Safety System
Adaptive Headlights
LED Headlamp

Options

Packages: 
Premium Package
Luxury Seating Package
M Sport Package
Dynamic Handling Package
Cold Weather Package
Off-Road Package
Driving Assistance Professional Package
Executive Package
Parking Assistance Package
Lightweight Sport Package In Carbon Fiber
SportDesign Package In High Gloss Black
Assistance Package
Premium Package Plus W/Lightweight Sport Package
Premium Package Plus W/Lightweight Sport Package In Carbon Fiber
SportDesign Package In Carbon Fiber
Lightweight Sport Package In Black
Premium Package Plus W/Lightweight Sport Package In Black
Premium Package
Smoking Package
Lightweight Sport Package
14-Way Power Seats W/Memory Package
18-Way Adaptive Sport Seats W/Memory Package
Premium Package Plus
Exterior Options: 
21" Double-Spoke Bi-Color Orbit Grey Wheels W/All-Season Run-Flat Tires
22" V-Spoke Bi-Color Black Wheels W/Performance Run-Flat Tires
22" Multi-Spoke Bi-Color Ferric Grey Wheels W/Performance Run-Flat Tires
21" Y-Spoke Black Wheels W/All-Season Run-Flat Tires
Trailer Hitch - 7500 Lbs. Towing Limit
Aluminum Running Boards
21" Y-Spoke Bi-Color Ferric Grey Wheels W/All-Season Non Run-Flat Tires
22" V-Spoke Bi-Color Orbit Grey Wheels W/Performance Run-Flat Tires
Extended Shadowline Trim
Space-Saver Spare
22" Y-Spoke Bi-Color Orbit Grey Wheels W/Performance Run-Flat Tires
22" Cayenne Sport Classic Wheels
Exterior Mirrors Painted In High Gloss Black
"PORSCHE" Logo On Side In Black
"PORSCHE" Logo In Satin Black And Model Designation In Exterior Color
"PORSCHE" Logo In Satin Black And Deletion Of Model Designation
Surround View
Summer Tires For 21" Wheels
"PORSCHE" Logo On Side In Red
22" RS Spyder Design Wheels
Deletion Of "GTS" Logo On Front Doors
Fuel Cap In Aluminum Look Finish
22" GT Design Wheels In Satin Platinum
Door Handles In High Gloss Black
Trailer Hitch
22" 911 Turbo Design Wheels
Vehicle Keys Painted And Key Pouch In Race-Tex
21" Cayenne Exclusive Design Wheels In Satin Platinum
21" Cayenne Exclusive Design Wheels In Jet Black Metallic
Head-Up Display
Heated Windshield
Sport Tailpipes In Silver
22" Cayenne Sport Classic Wheels In High Gloss Black
Exterior Mirrors Lower Trim And Base Painted In Exterior Color
Auto-Dimming Mirrors
21" Cayenne Exclusive Design Wheels In High Gloss Black
Thermally And Noise Insulated Glass
21" Cayenne Exclusive Design Wheels In Exterior Color
"PORSCHE" Logo On Side In Aurum
Soft Close Doors
21" Cayenne Turbo Wheels In Satin Platinum
LED-Matrix Design Headlights In Black W/Porsche Dynamic Light System Plus (PDLS+)
SportDesign Exterior Mirror Housing In Carbon Fiber
22" Cayenne Sport Classic Wheels In Satin Platinum
21" RS Spyder Design Wheels
Upper Wing In High Gloss Black
22" Cayenne Sport Classic Wheels In Exterior Color
"PORSCHE" Logo In Satin Black And Model Designation In High Gloss Black
"PORSCHE" Logo On Side In Silver
Clear Taillights
22" Cayenne Sport Classic Wheels In Jet Black Metallic
Vehicle Keys Painted And Key Pouch In Leather
21" Cayenne Exclusive Design Wheels
Interior Options: 
Ambient Air Package
Head-Up Display
5-Zone Automatic Climate Control
Anthracite Alcantara Headliner
Multi-Contour Seats
Glass Controls
Leather Dashboard
Heated Front Seat Armrests And Steering Wheel
Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound System
Harman Kardon Surround Sound System
Alcantara Headliner In Upholstery Color
Rear-Seat Entertainment Professional
Second Row Captain's Chairs
Front Ventilated Seats
Door-Sill Guards In Black Brushed Aluminum, Illuminated
Burmester 3D High-End Surround Sound System
Deep-Pile Floor Mats W/Leather Edging
Sport Chrono Stopwatch/Compass Dial In Bordeaux Red
Heated Multifunction Steering Wheel In Carbon Fiber
Preparation For The Rear Seat Entertainment
Heated Seats (Front And Rear)
Interior Trim In Deviated Leather
Illuminated Personalized Door-Sill Guards In Carbon Fiber
Steering Column Casing In Leather
Center Console Armrest W/Model Designation
Ambient Lighting
Seat Belts In Graphite Blue
6-Disc CD/DVD Changer
Sport Chrono Stopwatch Or Compass Dial In Chalk
Interior Trim In Red Gum
Reversible Luggage Compartment Mat W/Leather Edging And Loading Edge Protection
Owner's Manual Wallet In Carbon Fiber
Interior Trim In Anthracite Chestnut
Night Vision Assist
Smartphone Compartment W/Wireless Charging
Interior Trim In Textured Aluminum
Seat Belts In Slate Grey
Cargo Management System
Deviated Stitching Interior Package
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
Heated Multifunction Steering Wheel In Dark Walnut
Sport Chrono Stopwatch Or Compass Dial In Carmine Red
Interior Grab Handles In Leather
Sport Chrono Stopwatch/Compass Dial In White
Heated Multifunction Steering Wheel In Race-Tex
Air Vent Slats In Leather
Bose Surround Sound System
Heated Multifunction Steering Wheel In Anthracite Chestnut
Interior Grab Handles In Race-Tex
Center Console Armrest W/Porsche Crest
Exclusive Design Gear Selector
Ventilation Seats (Front)
Interior Trim In Carbon Fiber
Fire Extinguisher
Interior Trim In Leather
Carbon Fiber Floor Mats W/Leather Edging
Comfort Access
Heated Steering Wheel
Seat Belts In Mojave Beige
Porsche InnoDrive W/Adaptive Cruise Control
Sport Chrono Stopwatch/Compass Dial In Mojave Beige
Seat Belts In Bordeaux Red
Heated Seats (Front)
Central Tachometer In Bordeaux Red
Illuminated Personalized Door-Sill Guards In Black Brushed Aluminum
Interior Trim Painted In Deviating Exterior Color
Power Sunblind For Rear Side Windows
Seat Belts In Truffle Brown
Seat Belts In Cohiba Brown
Central Tachometer In Carmine Red
Seat Base In Leather (Front)
Illuminated Personalized Door-Sill Guards In Dark Silver Brushed Aluminum
Interior Trim In Exterior Color
Ionizer
Central Tachometer In White
Illuminated Door-Sill Guards In Carbon Fiber
Interior Trim In High Gloss Black
Deviated Leather Seat Centers
Interior Trim In Natural Olive Grey
Heated Multifunction Steering Wheel In Red Gum
Central Tachometer In Mojave Beige
4-Zone Climate Control
Seat Belts In Chalk
Seat Base In Leather (Front And Rear)
Air Vent Slats And Air Vent Surrounds In Exterior Color
Owner's Manual Wallet In Leather
Under Door Puddle Light Projectors
Floor Mats W/Leather Edging
Personalized Reversible Loadspace Mat W/Leather Edging And Loading Edge Protection
Rear Comfort Seats (2+1)
Personalized Floor Mats W/Leather Edging
Massage Seat Function (Front) W/Seat Ventilation (Front)
Interior Trim In Dark Walnut
Central Tachometer In Chalk

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Black Extended Merino, premium leather
#000000
Tartufo Extended Merino, premium leather
#9D7866
Cognac Vernasca, leather
#9C745B
Coffee Vernasca, leather
#675C56
Black Vernasca, leather
#000000
Coffee Extended Merino, premium leather
#675C56
Ivory White Extended Merino, premium leather
#F1F2ED
Ivory White/Night Blue Full Merino, premium leather
#F1F2ED
Black Full Merino, premium leather
#000000
Ivory White Full Merino, premium leather
#F1F2ED
Coffee Full Merino, premium leather
#675C56
Black SensaTec, leatherette
#000000
Black Vernasca w/Brown Contrast Stitching, leather
#000000
Color: 
Slate Grey/Mojave Beige, leather
#473D33
Black/Bordeaux Red, leather
#904343
Graphite Blue/Chalk, leather
#E0E2DD
Black/Silver Houndstooth, leather
#000000
Black/Mojave Beige, leather
#B4A4A9
Slate Grey, leather
#6F6F6F
Truffle Brown, premium leather
#352E28
Black, leather/sueded microfiber
#000000
Black, leather
#000000
Truffle Brown/Cohiba Brown, premium leather
#5D4334
Black/Carmine Red, leather/sueded microfiber
#000000
Black/Chalk, leather/sueded microfiber
#000000