2017 Lexus LX 570 vs. 2017 Porsche Cayenne Review

Comparison Review

Comfort
The Lexus LX 570 will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Porsche Cayenne.

Convenience
With the Porsche Cayenne, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Lexus LX 570, due to its tank size and fuel economy.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the Lexus LX 570 will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Porsche Cayenne. Another consideration is the Destination Charge, which is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle to the dealer from where it's built. The Destination Charge for the Lexus LX 570 is much higher than that for the Porsche Cayenne.

Dimensions
The Lexus LX 570 is about the same width as the Porsche Cayenne. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Lexus LX 570, which is slightly longer than the Porsche Cayenne.

Drivetrain
With its lower torque engine, the Lexus LX 570 doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Porsche Cayenne.

Performance
With the Porsche Cayenne, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than with the Lexus LX 570. The Lexus LX 570 has a little less horsepower than the Porsche Cayenne.

Utility
Soccer Moms and those who need to chauffeur around a lot of people will appreciate the Lexus LX 570 more than the Porsche Cayenne, due to its significantly greater seating capacity. With the Lexus LX 570, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Porsche Cayenne.

Warranty
The Lexus LX 570 comes with essentially the same basic warranty as the Porsche Cayenne.