Verdict
The Cayenne is the rational Malaysian pick at RM609,000: it costs RM691,000 less, carries 772 litres of luggage and rides on a 2,895 mm wheelbase in a five-seat SUV body. The Panamera is far dearer, but its 1,980 kg kerb weight, PDK gearbox and 5.1-second 0-100 km/h time make it the sharper straight-line choice despite matching the Cayenne’s 348 hp and 500 Nm. Choose the Panamera for the lower, faster grand-touring format and its rear climate control, panoramic roof and head-up display; choose the Cayenne for space and value.
Pick the Porsche Cayenne if you need a five-seat SUV with a 772-litre boot and cannot justify the RM691,000 step up.
Pick the Porsche Panamera if you want the quicker 5.1-second 0-100 km/h Porsche with a PDK gearbox, rear air-conditioning and a head-up display.
Key differences
- Price: Cayenne RM609,000; Panamera RM1,300,000.
- 0-100 km/h: Cayenne 5.7 seconds; Panamera 5.1 seconds.
- Boot space: Cayenne 772 litres; Panamera 494 litres.
- Kerb weight: Cayenne 2,130 kg; Panamera 1,980 kg.
- Top speed: Cayenne 248 km/h; Panamera 272 km/h.
- Fuel tank: Cayenne 75 litres; Panamera 90 litres.
Cayenne
- RM691,000 cheaper.
- 772-litre boot versus 494 litres.
- 21-inch RS Spyder Design wheels and 360-degree camera.
- Slower 0-100 km/h time: 5.7 seconds versus 5.1 seconds.
- No rear air-conditioning, panoramic glass roof or head-up display.
- Heavier at 2,130 kg versus 1,980 kg.
Panamera
- 5.1-second 0-100 km/h sprint.
- Rear dual-zone air-conditioning and ventilated front seats.
- Head-up display and panoramic glass roof.
- RM691,000 more expensive.
- 494-litre boot is 278 litres smaller.
- No stated rated fuel-economy figure, against the Cayenne's 10.8 L/100 km.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM609,000✓ | RM1,300,000 |
| Body type | SUV | Sedan |
| Segment | Executive | Grand Tourer |
| Assembly | CKD | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM1,632✓ | RM1,865 |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | 24-valve DOHC direct injection with twin-scroll turbocharger, variable valve timing | 24-valve DOHC, direct fuel injection, twin-turbo with variable valve timing |
| Capacity | 2,995 cc | 2,894 cc |
| Horsepower | 348 hp | 348 hp |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Bore | 84 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5 | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Conventional Automatic | Dual-clutch Automatic (Wet) |
| Transmission Name | 8-Speed Tiptronic S | PDK |
| Gears | 8 | 8 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | Porsche | Porsche |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 5.7 seconds | 5.1 seconds✓ |
| Rated Economy | 10.8 L/100 km | — |
| Top Speed | 248 km/h | 272 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4,930 mm | 5,052 mm |
| Width | 2,194 mm | 1,937 mm |
| Height | 1,698 mm | 1,423 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,895 mm | 2,950 mm |
| Weight | 2,130 kg | 1,980 kg |
| Fuel Tank | 75 litres | 90 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot Space | 772 litres✓ | 494 litres |
| Front Tyre | 295/45R20 | 265/45R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 295/45R20 | 295/45R20 |
| Factory Tyres | Hankook Ventus S1 evoZ | — |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | Malaysia (CKD) | Germany (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Multi-Link with Air Suspension | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link with Air Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension |
| Front Wheels | 21" RS Spyder Design | 19" Alloys |
| Rear Wheels | 21" RS Spyder Design | 19" Alloys |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | Porsche Adaptive Air Suspension | Porsche Active Suspension Management with Adaptive two-chamber air suspension and two-valve dampers |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | 5 stars | — |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Passenger, Driver and Front Passenger Knee, Front Side, Front Curtain | Driver and Passenger, Driver and Front Passenger Knee, Front Side, Front Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Manual for Rear Doors | Electric for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 5 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Two Outer Rear Seats | Two Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection | Yes, with Pedestrian Detection |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | For All Seats | For All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projector with Adaptive High Beam | Matrix LED Projectors |
| Taillamps | LED Combination | Full LED |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | 14-way Power Adjustable with Memory Function | Driver and Passenger Powered Seats with Memory Settings, Heating & Ventilation |
| Rear Seats | 40:20:40 Split-folding with Remote Release | 40:20:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Rear Air-con | — | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control |
| Sunroof | — | Panoramic Glass Roof |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front | 1 Front, 1 Rear, 1 Boot; 2 USB-C Ports Rear |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights | Map Lights & Ambient Lighting |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Powered sunshades for rear side windows | Side Window Sunshades, Panoramic Glass Roof Shade |
| Audio | 12.3" Porsche Communication Manager with Porsche Connect Plus, Apple CarPlay, 14-speaker 710-watt Bose Surround Sound System | 12.3-inch Touchscreen with Porsche Communications Module, Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch | Four Windows, Auto Up & Down with Anti-pinch |
| Engine Start | Push Start Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation |
| Auto Start/Stop | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Paddle Shift | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Boot Operation | Powered with Contactless Operation | Powered Boot with Contactless Opening |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 6 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Surround View System | Yes, 360-degree View Monitor |
| Auto Parking | Yes | Yes |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | ✓ |
| Head-up Display | — | ✓ |
| Power Door | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 100,000 km | 100,000 km |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 4 years | 4 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.
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Cayenne vs Panamera FAQ
Is the Porsche Cayenne or Porsche Panamera better?
The Cayenne is better for luggage capacity and lower purchase cost, with a 772-litre boot. The Panamera is better for performance, reaching 100 km/h in 5.1 seconds versus 5.7 seconds, while adding rear air-conditioning and a head-up display.
What is the price difference?
The Porsche Panamera costs RM691,000 more than the Porsche Cayenne.
Which has more boot space, the Cayenne or Panamera?
The Cayenne has 772 litres of boot space, compared with 494 litres in the Panamera. That is a 278-litre advantage for the SUV.