Car Buyer's Guide

Porsche Cayenne Coupe vs Toyota Vellfire

Toyota Vellfire

Toyota Vellfire

Verdict

The Porsche Cayenne Coupe is the faster, more technically ambitious choice: its 350 hp 3.0-litre plug-in hybrid powertrain adds a 173 hp motor, reaches 100 km/h in 4.7 seconds and has 90 km of EV range from a 25.9 kWh battery. But it costs RM739,000 and carries RM2,118 annual road tax. At RM448,000, the Toyota Vellfire saves RM291,000, seats seven rather than five and brings captain’s chairs for the middle row. Choose the Cayenne for performance and electric running; choose the Vellfire for chauffeured-family space.

Cayenne Coupe

Pick the Porsche Cayenne Coupe if 4.7-second performance, all-wheel drive, a 90 km EV range and a 698-litre boot matter more than seven seats and a RM291,000 saving.

Vellfire

Pick the Toyota Vellfire if you need seven seats, powered ottoman captain’s chairs and power sliding doors at RM448,000.

Key differences

  • Price: Porsche Cayenne Coupe RM739,000; Toyota Vellfire RM448,000.
  • Powertrain output: Porsche Cayenne Coupe 350 hp and 500 Nm, plus a 173 hp/460 Nm motor; Toyota Vellfire 180 hp and 235 Nm.
  • Seats: Porsche Cayenne Coupe five; Toyota Vellfire seven.
  • EV hardware: Porsche Cayenne Coupe 25.9 kWh battery, 90 km EV range and 11 kW AC charging; Toyota Vellfire has no motor, battery or EV range.
  • Performance: Porsche Cayenne Coupe 0-100 km/h in 4.7 seconds and 263 km/h; Toyota Vellfire 170 km/h.
  • Boot space: Porsche Cayenne Coupe 698 litres; Toyota Vellfire 510 litres.

Cayenne Coupe

  • 90 km EV range from a 25.9 kWh battery
  • 350 hp, 500 Nm and all-wheel drive
  • 698-litre boot and adaptive air suspension
  • RM291,000 more expensive
  • Five seats versus the Vellfire’s seven
  • RM2,118 annual road tax versus RM835

Vellfire

  • Seven seats with powered ottoman captain’s chairs
  • Power sliding doors with soft-close function
  • RM291,000 lower purchase price
  • 180 hp and 235 Nm versus 350 hp and 500 Nm in the Cayenne Coupe
  • No EV range or charging capability
  • 510-litre boot versus 698 litres
Price & overview
PriceRM739,000RM448,000
Body typeCoupeMPV
SegmentExecutiveExecutive
AssemblyCKDCBU
Ownership
Road tax / yearRM2,118RM835
Powertrain
Engine Tech24-valve DOHC direct injection with variable valve timing, turbocharged & plug-in hybrid assistance16-valve DOHC Naturally Aspirated with Variable Valve Timing
Capacity2,995 cc2,494 cc
Horsepower350 hp180 hp
Torque500 Nm235 Nm
FuelPetrol Plug-in HybridPetrol
Bore84.5 mm90 mm
Compression Ratio9.8
Number of Motors1
Motor Horsepower173 hp
Motor Torque460 Nm
Battery Capacity25.9 kWh
EV Range90 km
Charging Rate (AC)11 kW
Drivetrain
TransmissionConventional AutomaticCVT Automatic
Transmission Name8-Speed Tiptronic S7-speed Super CVT-i with Sports Sequential Shiftmatic
Gears87
Transmission ManufacturerToyota
DrivelineAll Wheel DriveFront Wheel Drive
Performance & Efficiency
0-100 km/h4.7 seconds
Rated Economy9.1 L/100 km
Top Speed263 km/h170 km/h
Dimensions
Length4,930 mm5,005 mm
Width1,983 mm1,850 mm
Height1,698 mm1,950 mm
Wheelbase2,895 mm3,000 mm
Weight2,515 kg2,105 kg
Fuel Tank60 litres
Doors55
Seats57
Boot Space698 litres510 litres
Front Tyre255/55R20225/55R19
Rear Tyre295/45R20225/55R19
Spare TyreTyre Repair KitSpace Saver
Factory TyresHankook Ventus S1 evoZDunlop SP Sport Maxx 060
Chassis
AssemblyMalaysia (CKD)Japan (CBU)
Front SuspensionDouble Wishbones with Air SuspensionMacPherson Strut
Rear SuspensionMulti-Link with Air SuspensionDouble Wishbone
Front Wheels21" RS Spyder Design19" Alloy
Rear Wheels21" RS Spyder Design19" Alloy
SteeringRack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering)
Chassis NotesPorsche Active Suspension Management with Adaptive two-chamber air suspension and two-valve dampers
Safety
AirbagsDriver and Passenger, Front Side, Front & Rear Curtain, Rear Side AirbagsDriver and Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side, Front and Rear Curtain
ABS/EBD
Stability Control
Alarm
Immobilizer
Airbag Disable Function
Child Safety LockElectric for Rear DoorsManual for Rear Doors
Seat Belts5 Three-point7 Three-point
Blind Spot Info System
ISOFIXAvailable for Two Outer Rear SeatsAvailable on Outer Middle Row Passenger Seats
Autonomous Braking SystemYes, with Pedestrian DetectionYes, TSS Pre-collision Braking (4-120 km/h) with Pedestrian Detection
Lane-keeping AssistSteering CorrectionSteering Correction
Collision Warning
Seatbelt ReminderFor All SeatsAll Seats
Lighting
HeadlampsMatrix LED ProjectorsLED Projector with Auto High Beam
TaillampsFull LEDFull LED
LED Daytime Running Lights
Front Foglamps
Rear Foglamps
Wing Mirror Turn Indicators
Cabin
Front SeatsDriver and Passenger Powered Seats with Memory Settings, Heating & VentilationPower Adjustable Front Seats with Driver's Memory Function, Ventilated
Rear Seats40:20:40 Split-foldingPower Adjustable Ottoman Captain Middle Row Seat, 50:50 Fold-up Last Row
Front Air-conDual-zone Automatic Climate ControlDual-zone Automatic Climate Control
Rear Air-conDual-zone Automatic Climate ControlDual-zone Automatic Climate Control
SunroofPanoramic Glass RoofFixed Panoramic Glass Roof, Rear
Power Sockets2 Front, 1 Console Box, 2 First Row, 2 Second Row
Interior LightingMap Lights and Ambient LightsMap Lights and Ambient Lights
Cup Holders2 Front, 2 Rear2 Front, 2 Middle Row, 2 Last Row
Sun ShadeSide Window Sunshades, Panoramic Glass Roof ShadePowered Rear Sun Shades, Powered Panoramic Roof Shades
Audio12.3-inch Touchscreen with Porsche Communications Module, Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, Bose Premium Sound System14" Display Audio with Touch Screen, Apple CarPlay & Android Auto Connectivity, 15-speaker JBL Sound System
Convenience
Power WindowsFour Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-PinchFour Windows, Driver's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch
Engine StartKeyless Push ButtonKeyless Push Button
LocksKeyless OperationKeyless Operation
Auto Start/Stop
Auto Headlamps
Auto Wipers
Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise ControlAdaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go, Steering Assist and Curve Speed Reduction
Tiptronic
Paddle Shift
Steering Audio Control
Steering Tilt
Steering Telescopic
Electric Steering Adjustment
Boot OperationPowered with Contactless OperationPowered boot with soft close function
Parking Sensor Front4 Sensors4 Sensors
Parking Sensor Rear4 Sensors4 Sensors
Reverse CameraYes, 360-degree Surround View SystemYes, With 360 Degree Camera
Folding Wing Mirrors
Bluetooth
Navigation
Power DoorYesPower Sliding with Soft-close Function, One-touch Auto Close, Anti-pinch
Hill Start Assist
Instrument ClusterFull LCD MonitorFull LCD Monitor
Parking BrakeElectronicElectronic
Warranty
Warranty Mileage Manufacturer100,000 kmUnlimited
Warranty Manufacturer4 years5 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 vs Vellfire FAQ

Is the Porsche Cayenne Coupe or Toyota Vellfire better?

The Porsche Cayenne Coupe is better for performance, all-wheel drive and 90 km of EV running. The Toyota Vellfire is better for carrying seven people, with powered middle-row ottoman captain’s chairs and power sliding doors.

What is the price difference?

The Porsche Cayenne Coupe costs RM739,000 and the Toyota Vellfire costs RM448,000, so the Porsche is RM291,000 more expensive.

Which has more passenger space?

The Toyota Vellfire has seven seats, a 3,000 mm wheelbase and a 1,950 mm height. The Porsche Cayenne Coupe has five seats, a 2,895 mm wheelbase and is 1,698 mm tall.

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