Car Buyer's Guide

Porsche Cayenne Coupe Electric vs Toyota Alphard

Porsche Cayenne Coupe Electric

Porsche Cayenne Coupe Electric

Toyota Alphard

Toyota Alphard

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Verdict

These are radically different executive choices. The Porsche Cayenne Coupe Electric costs RM749,000, RM201,000 more than the RM548,000 Toyota Alphard, but brings two motors producing 436 hp and 835 Nm, a 113 kWh battery, 661 km of EV range and 390 kW DC charging. Its 584-litre boot also beats the Alphard’s 510 litres. The Toyota is the practical people carrier: seven seats, power sliding doors and ottoman captain’s chairs suit family or chauffeur use. For Malaysian buyers, the Porsche’s RM665 annual road tax is lower than the Alphard’s RM754, too.

Cayenne Coupe Electric

Pick the Porsche Cayenne Coupe Electric if you want 661 km EV range, 436 hp from two motors and a larger 584-litre boot, and can accept five seats and the RM201,000 higher price.

Alphard

Pick the Toyota Alphard if seven seats, ottoman middle-row captain’s chairs and power sliding doors matter more than EV range and outright performance.

Key differences

  • Price: Porsche Cayenne Coupe Electric RM749,000; Toyota Alphard RM548,000.
  • Powertrain: Porsche has two electric motors with 436 hp and 835 Nm; Toyota has a 2,393 cc turbo petrol engine with 274 hp and 430 Nm.
  • Driving range/economy: Porsche claims 661 km from a 113 kWh battery; Toyota is rated at 9 L/100 km with a 75-litre fuel tank.
  • Seating and boot space: Porsche has 5 seats and a 584-litre boot; Toyota has 7 seats and a 510-litre boot.
  • Dimensions: Porsche is 4,985 mm long and 1,650 mm tall; Toyota is 5,010 mm long and 1,950 mm tall.
  • Road tax: Porsche RM665 per year; Toyota RM754 per year.

Cayenne Coupe Electric

  • 661 km EV range from a 113 kWh battery
  • 436 hp and 835 Nm from two motors, with all-wheel drive
  • 584-litre boot and 390 kW DC charging
  • Costs RM201,000 more than the Toyota Alphard
  • Has five seats to the Alphard’s seven

Alphard

  • Seven-seat cabin with ottoman middle-row captain’s chairs
  • Power sliding doors with soft-close function
  • RM201,000 lower purchase price
  • 510-litre boot is 74 litres smaller than the Porsche’s
  • RM754 annual road tax is RM89 higher than the Porsche’s
Price & overview
PriceRM749,000RM548,000
Body typeCoupeMPV
SegmentExecutiveExecutive
AssemblyCBUCBU
Ownership
Road tax / yearRM665RM754
Powertrain
Engine Tech800V architecture16-valve DOHC, Turbocharger and Intercooler with Dual VVT-i
Capacity2,393 cc
Horsepower274 hp
Torque430 Nm
FuelElectricPetrol
Bore87.5 mm
Number of Motors2
Motor Horsepower436 hp
Motor Torque835 Nm
Battery Capacity113 kWh
EV Range661 km
Charging Rate (AC)11 kW
Charging Rate (DC)390 kW
Drivetrain
TransmissionSingle Ratio AutomaticConventional Automatic
Transmission NameSingle-speed AutomaticDirect Shift 8-speed Automatic with Sequential Shiftmatic
Gears8
Transmission ManufacturerToyota
DrivelineAll Wheel DriveFront Wheel Drive
Performance & Efficiency
0-100 km/h4.8 seconds
Rated Economy9 L/100 km
Top Speed230 km/h180 km/h
Dimensions
Length4,985 mm5,010 mm
Width1,980 mm1,850 mm
Height1,650 mm1,950 mm
Wheelbase3,023 mm3,000 mm
Weight2,235 kg
Fuel Tank75 litres
Doors55
Seats57
Boot Space584 litres510 litres
Front Tyre225/55R19
Rear Tyre225/55R19
Spare TyreSpace Saver
Factory TyresMichelin Primacy SUV+
Chassis
AssemblySlovakia (CBU)Japan (CBU)
Front SuspensionAir Suspension with PASMMacPherson Strut
Rear SuspensionAir Suspension with PASMDouble Wishbone
Front Wheels19" Alloy
Rear Wheels19" Alloy
SteeringRack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)
Safety
AirbagsDriver and Passenger, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain
ABS/EBD
Stability Control
Alarm
Immobilizer
Child Safety LockManual for Rear Doors
Seat Belts6 Three-point
Blind Spot Info System
ISOFIXAvailable on Two Middle Row Seats
Autonomous Braking SystemYes, TSS Pre-collision Braking (4-120 km/h) with Pedestrian Detection
Lane-keeping AssistSteering Correction
Collision Warning
Seatbelt ReminderAll Seats
Lighting
HeadlampsLED Projector with Auto High Beam
TaillampsFull LED
LED Daytime Running Lights
Front Foglamps
Rear Foglamps
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators
Cabin
Front SeatsPower Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Side Memory, Passenger Side Shoulder Switch
Rear SeatsOttoman Captain's Chairs Middle Row, 50:50 Split-folding, 60:40 Split-folding Last Row
Front Air-conDual-zone Automatic Climate Control
Rear Air-conDual-zone Automatic Climate Control
SunroofFixed Panoramic Glass Roof, Rear
Power Sockets2 Front, 1 Console Box, 2 First Row, 2 Second Row
Interior LightingMap Lights and Ambient Lights
Cup Holders2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row
Sun ShadePowered Rear Sun Shades, Powered Panoramic Roof Shades
Audio14.25" Curved OLED Cluster + Flow Display OLED, Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Qi Wireless Charging14" Display Audio with Touch Screen, Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Connectivity, 15-speaker JBL Sound System
Convenience
Power WindowsFour Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch
Engine StartKeyless Push Button
LocksKeyless Operation
Auto Start/Stop
Auto Headlamps
Auto Wipers
Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go, Steering Assist and Curve Speed Reduction
Paddle Shift
Steering Audio Control
Steering Tilt
Steering Telescopic
Electric Steering Adjustment
Boot OperationPowered with Contactless Operation
Parking Sensor Front4 Sensors
Parking Sensor Rear4 Sensors
Reverse CameraYes, With 360 Degree Camera
Folding Wing Mirrors
Bluetooth
Navigation
Head-up Display
Power DoorPower sliding with soft close function
Hill Start Assist
Instrument ClusterFull LCD Monitor
Parking BrakeElectronic
Warranty
Warranty Mileage ManufacturerUnlimited
Warranty Manufacturer5 years

Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.

Cayenne Coupe Electric vs Alphard FAQ

Is the Porsche Cayenne Coupe Electric or Toyota Alphard better?

The Porsche is better for EV range, performance and boot capacity, with 661 km, 436 hp and 584 litres. The Alphard is better for carrying people, thanks to seven seats, ottoman captain’s chairs and power sliding doors.

What is the price difference?

The Porsche Cayenne Coupe Electric costs RM749,000 and the Toyota Alphard costs RM548,000, so the Porsche is RM201,000 more expensive.

Which is better for long family trips?

The Toyota Alphard is the better fit for larger families because it has seven seats, 50:50 split-folding middle-row seating, 60:40 split-folding last-row seating and a 510-litre boot. The Porsche carries five but has a larger 584-litre boot.

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