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Porsche Cayenne vs. Mercedes-Benz GL Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Porsche Cayenne vs. Mercedes-Benz GL Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $86,525

Mercedes-Benz GL GL550   
Difference: $3,170

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2017201720172017201720172009
ModelCayenneCayenneCayenneCayenneCayenneCayenneGL
TrimBasePlatinum EditionSGTSTurboTurbo SGL550
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $59,600 $65,600 $76,200 $97,200 $116,500 $159,600 $81,300
Rear air vents with automatic controls 990 990 990 990 990 990  
18-way adaptive power front seats 315 315 315 315      
Metallic paint (extra cost) 790 790 790 790      
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable 3,980 3,980 3,980        
Roof rails 1,190 1,190 1,190 1,190 1,190 1,190  
Wood trim 1,340 1,340 1,340 345 345 0  
Compass 270 270 270 270 270 270  
Class IV trailer hitch 650 650 650 650 650 650 530
Illuminated door sill trim plates 1,100   1,100 1,100 1,100 1,100 570
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens 2,590 2,590 2,590 2,590 2,590 2,590 1,850
Running boards 1,550 1,550 1,550   1,550 1,550  
Heated second row seats 525 525 525        
Heated steering wheel 275 275 275 275 275 275 0
Proximity key 890 890 890   890 890  
Voice control for nav and audio 0 0 0 0 0 0  
Wheel-lip moldings 990   990   990    
Cooled or ventilated second row seats 780 780 780 780 780 780 550
Upholstered instrument panel, leather 3,655 3,655 3,655        
Roof rack 1,475 1,475 1,475 1,475 1,475 1,475  
Premium Package 5,690 3,390 4,090   1,690    
Premium Plus Package       5,830      
Comfort Lighting Package           325  
Rearview camera           655  
Cooled or ventilated front seats           780 550
Roof rack crossbars             300
Rear air vents with automatic controls 0 0 0 0 0 0  
18-way adaptive power front seats 0 0 0 0      
Metallic paint (extra cost) 0 0 0 0      
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable 0 0 0        
Roof rails 0 0 0 0 0 0  
Wood trim 0 0 0 0 293 0  
Compass 0 0 0 0 0 0  
Class IV trailer hitch 0 0 0 0 0 0 493
Illuminated door sill trim plates 0   0 0 0 0 530
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens 0 0 0 0 0 0 1,720
Running boards 1,318 1,318 1,318   1,318 1,318  
Heated second row seats 0 0 0        
Heated steering wheel 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Proximity key 0 0 0   0 0  
Voice control for nav and audio 0 0 0 0 0 0  
Wheel-lip moldings 0   0   0    
Cooled or ventilated second row seats 0 0 0 0 0 0 512
Upholstered instrument panel, leather 0 0 0        
Roof rack 0 0 0 0 0 0  
Premium Package 0 0 0   0    
Premium Plus Package       0      
Comfort Lighting Package           0  
Rearview camera           0  
Cooled or ventilated front seats           0 512
Roof rack crossbars             279
Options (change) 29,045 24,655 27,445 16,600 14,785 13,520 4,350
Options (change) 1,318 1,318 1,318 0 1,611 1,318 4,046
Destination 1,050 1,050 1,050 1,050 1,050 1,050 875
Total Price $89,695 $91,305 $104,695 $114,850 $132,335 $174,170 $86,525

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Porsche Cayenne vs. Mercedes-Benz GL

Lowest Adjusted Price: Mercedes-Benz GL GL550
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Porsche Cayenne GTS
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,725
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $79,504
Model Year2017201720172017201720172009
ModelCayenneCayenneCayenneCayenneCayenneCayenneGL
TrimBasePlatinum EditionSGTSTurboTurbo SGL550
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine300hp V6300hp V6420hp V6440hp V6520hp V8570hp V8382hp V8
TransmissionT8T8T8T8T8T8T7
DrivetrainAWDAWDAWDAWDAWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)100, 10665, 14100, 10100, 10665, 14665, 14440, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/55-18275/45-20265/50-19275/45-20265/50-19295/35-21295/40-21
Total Price$89,695$91,305$104,695$114,850$132,335$174,170$86,525
Adjustments for Features-445-1,245-445-2,670-2,020-7,4700
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$89,250$90,060$104,250$112,180$130,315$166,700$86,525
Cost Above Minimum$0$810$15,000$22,930$41,065$77,450$0

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Features Comparison: Porsche Cayenne vs. Mercedes-Benz GL

Model Year2017201720172017201720172009
ModelCayenneCayenneCayenneCayenneCayenneCayenneGL
TrimBasePlatinum EditionSGTSTurboTurbo SGL550
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1300$1300$1300$1300$1300$1300 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic      $1200
AWD$1700$1700$1700$1700$1700$1700$1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet      $100
Air compressor$35$35$35$35$35$35 
Power flip-out rear side windows      $125
Remote app $25     
Remote window/roof operation      $15
Sunshades, second row, power   $225   
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats      $0
Blind spot warning system   $200   
Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system      $0
Ceramic brake rotors     $4000 
Knee airbag, driver$75$75$75$75$75$75 
Secondary collision brake assist$25$25$25$25$25$25 
Side curtain airbags$350$350$350$350$350$350 
Side curtain airbags, three rows      $500
Temporary spare tire$150$150$150 $150 $150
Torque vectoring, brake-based     $100 
Trailer sway control      $25
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50$50$50$50$50$50 
Cargo area partition net      $40
Cargo net$40$40$40$40$40$40 
Console with shifter$150$150$150$150$150$150 
Console without shifter      $150
Liftglass or two-piece tailgate$150$150$150$150$150$150 
Rear seat pass-through$100$100$100$100$100$100 
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50$50$50$50$50$50 
Trailering equipment (7 wire)      $150
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation$100$100$100$100$100$100 
Rear dual-zone climate control$125$125$125$125$125$125 
Water-repellent front-door glass$15$15$15$15$15$15 
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential     $300 
Lockable center differential$150$150$150$150$150$150 
Lockable rear differential     $150 
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop$150$150$150$150$150$150 
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable   $500   
Regenerative braking    $0$0 
Exterior 
Active grille shutters$0$0$0$0$0$0 
Black exterior trim (optional) $0 $0 $0 
Body kit   $0   
Bodyside cladding$350$350$350$350$350$350 
Bodyside moldings      $75
Glass roof panel(s)      $300
Larger rear spoiler   $200   
Painted brake calipers (optional)   $0   
Panoramic sunroof   $1200   
Rear bumper protector      $40
Rear spoiler$200$200$200 $200$200 
Running boards$350$350$350 $350$350$350
Sunroof$900$900$900 $900$900$900
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0     
App support $0     
Apple CarPlay support $100     
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25$25$25$25$25 
CD changer, in-dash      $325
CD player$125$125$125$125$125$125 
DVD-Audio-compatible player$0$0$0$0$0$0 
DVD-compatible player      $0
Handwriting recognition$200$200$200$200$200$200 
In-vehicle Internet $150     
iPod integration      $100
Navigation map updates, three years $0     
Off-road navigation system$0$0$0$0$0$0 
SD Card slot      $25
Surround sound $250  $250$250$250
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200    $200
Traffic + travel information    $25$25 
Traffic information $25    $25
USB port$25$25$25$25$25$25 
Wi-Fi hotspot $50     
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock      $25
Auto-dimming headlights   $200 $200 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75$75$75$75$75$75 
Boost gauge   $75$75$75 
Chronometer     $100 
LED headlights   $1000$1000$1000 
Performance meter     $150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors      $25
Xenon HID headlights$500$500$500   $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Automatic seat bolsters, driver$300$300$300$300$300$300 
Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger$300$300$300$300$300$300 
Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats      $200
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats$75$75$75$75$75$75 
Metal pedals   $75$75$75 
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat      $50
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat      $50
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat      $100
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat      $100
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat$100$100$100$100$100$100 
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat$100$100$100$100$100$100 
Power-folding third row seats      $1000
Synthetic suede headliner   $650$650$650 
Upholstered instrument panel      $300
Upholstered instrument panel, leather$1000$1000$1000$1000$1000$1000 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Active stabilizer bars     $500 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200$200$200$200$200$200 
Sport suspension (upgrade)   $0   
Transmission 
Launch control     $100 
Total Value of Features$9,540$10,340$9,540$11,765$11,115$16,565$9,095
Value of Feature Adjustments$445$1,245$445$2,670$2,020$7,470$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-12-32-10-24-41-1020

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Specifications Comparison: Porsche Cayenne vs. Mercedes-Benz GL

Model Year20172009
ModelCayenneGL
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Wheelbase114.0 in121.1 in
Length191.1 in200.6 in
Width78.7 in76.0 in
Height67.4 in72.4 in
Curb Weight4,489 lb.5,281 lb.
Fuel Capacity22.4 gal.26.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom0.0 in40.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room0.0 in58.3 in
Row 1 Legroom0.0 in40.3 in
Row 2 Headroom0.0 in40.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room0.0 in58.9 in
Row 2 Legroom0.0 in39.5 in
Row 3 Headroom0.0 in38.2 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room0.0 in50.5 in
Row 3 Legroom0.0 in34.2 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
23.7 ft314.3 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
23.743.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
62.9 ft383.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
Porsche Cayenne

18-way adaptive power front seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat100No
Automatic seat bolsters, driver300Yes
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat100No
Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger300Yes
Front sport buckets100No
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25Yes
Total Requested157583%
Total Not Requested32517%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Variable assist steering (optional)0No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Cornering lights50Yes
Total Requested360097%
Total Not Requested1003%

Option Package Details
Porsche Cayenne Platinum Edition

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Total Requested252599%
Total Not Requested251%
18-way adaptive power front seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat100No
Automatic seat bolsters, driver300Yes
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat100No
Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger300Yes
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25Yes
Total Requested157588%
Total Not Requested22512%

Option Package Details
Porsche Cayenne S

18-way adaptive power front seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat100No
Automatic seat bolsters, driver300Yes
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat100No
Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger300Yes
Front sport buckets100No
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25Yes
Total Requested137581%
Total Not Requested32519%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Cornering lights50Yes
Total Requested210095%
Total Not Requested1005%

Option Package Details
Porsche Cayenne GTS

18-way adaptive power front seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat100No
Automatic seat bolsters, driver300Yes
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat100No
Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger300Yes
Front sport buckets100No
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25Yes
Total Requested137581%
Total Not Requested32519%
Premium Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Panoramic sunroof300No
Heated second row seats200Yes
Sunshades, second row, power225No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Proximity key250Yes
Blind spot warning system200No
LED headlights500No
Heated front seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Total Requested230060%
Total Not Requested152540%

Option Package Details
Porsche Cayenne Turbo

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Total Requested650100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GL GL550

Class IV trailer hitch
FeatureValueRequested?
Class IV trailer hitch300Yes
Trailering equipment (7 wire)150No
Total Requested30067%
Total Not Requested15033%

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