In the high-performance SUV world, the 2024 Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid takes on the BMW XM and XM Label Red, boasting 729 horsepower and 700 pound-feet of torque from a twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V-8 engine. What sets the Cayenne apart is its upgraded hybrid system.
The Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid’s electric motor now contributes 174 horsepower, resulting in a 3.5-second 0-60 mph time and a 183 mph top speed. Porsche’s hybrid tech also brings a larger 25.9 kWh battery, providing a 30-mile electric-only range and quicker charging with an 11.0-kW onboard charger.
BMW’s XM lineup includes two North American models, with the middle one boasting a 644-horsepower 4.4-liter twin-turbocharged V8 hybrid powertrain. A more potent variant offers 739 horsepower. The collaborative effort between the engine and electric motor delivers power and torque for a 4.1-second 0-60 mph time, thanks to a 19.2 kWh battery pack.
In the showdown between the Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid and the BMW XM, both SUVs bring their unique strengths to the table, making it an exhilarating time for performance-hungry SUV enthusiasts to indulge in their passion.