X5M or Porsche Cayenne Turbo

[998M]

If price was equal, I would do Porsche. But by the time you load up the Cayenne with stuff it is far more expensive than the BMW. There are a couple of things each truck that I really like that the other did not have. The X5M has some better techie toys (HUD, keyless open and start, the best iDrive to date, etc). The Porsche is lighter, I like the interior better. more options for tuning, better residual value.

It is a tough day when you have to make a decision between two uber-SUVs. Both are great. Cannot go wrong with either.

Jason owned an X5M and now has a 2011 Cayenne. Maybe he can chime in on the difference. Just keep in mind he had a lemon X5M and had to return it. Then again, maybe we shouldn't ask Jason.

M

Do I fly the Citation or the Gulfstream today? Damn choices

[wallyx5]

I like both cars but I would learn towards the X5M. Pricing is one thing but the looks is my reasoning. I think the interiors are solid in the X. And the Comfort Access option is priceless.

[vitaman]

Tough comparison for me. Only test drove Cayenne twice.....have driven BMW daily for 16 months.
The Porsche "felt" lighter and more nimble. It was a bit more engaging. The BMW is easier to enjoy in terms of technology. The interior is far less cluttered with buttons. If I remember correctly the Porsche's power was easier to access. With the M I have to hit the M button and kick the shifter over to the left to feel the magic. Could be wrong on this detail. If you can find someone who has driven the latest Cayenne that would be best. If money is not at all important, I cannot imagine you would go wrong with the Porsche. For giggles, I configured one online. It is surprisingly easy to approach 150K without tax! Couple that with relatively lower discounts compared to BMW and money just cannot be a consideration in going down the P car road.