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Mercedes-Benz G55 AMG vs Porsche Cayenne

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2011 Mercedes-Benz G55 AMG

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2027 Porsche Cayenne

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Overview

SpecMercedes-Benz G55 AMGG55 AMGPorsche CayenneE-Hybrid
Selected trimG55 AMGE-Hybrid
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainfour wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)premium unleaded (required)
Transmission5-speed shiftable automatic8-speed automatic
Engine typegasplug-in hybrid
Model year20112027

Pricing & market

SpecMercedes-Benz G55 AMGG55 AMGPorsche CayenneE-Hybrid
MSRP$124,450$107,300 (best)
Lowest listing price—$21,380 (best)
Median listing price—$105,722 (best)
Highest listing price—$132,032 (best)
For sale now06 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecMercedes-Benz G55 AMGG55 AMGPorsche CayenneE-Hybrid
Combined MPG12 MPG22 MPG (best)
City MPG11 MPG (best)—
Highway MPG13 MPG (best)—
Fuel tank25.4 gal (best)18 gal

Performance

SpecMercedes-Benz G55 AMGG55 AMGPorsche CayenneE-Hybrid
Horsepower500 hp (best)463 hp
Torque516 lb-ft (best)479 lb-ft
Engine size5.4 L (best)3 L
CylindersV8V6

Size & capability

SpecMercedes-Benz G55 AMGG55 AMGPorsche CayenneE-Hybrid
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors5 (best)4
Cargo volume79.5 cu ft (best)—
Towing capacity3,500 lbs7,716 lbs (best)
Payload1,433 lbs (best)—
Curb weight5,721 lbs5,415 lbs (best)
Ground clearance8.3 in (best)—
Wheelbase112.2 in114 in (best)
Length184.5 in194 in (best)
Width73.1 in78 in (best)
Height76 in (best)66 in

Safety & recalls

SpecMercedes-Benz G55 AMGG55 AMGPorsche CayenneE-Hybrid
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reportedNone reported

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimMercedes-Benz G55 AMGPorsche Cayenne
1

G55 AMG

$124,450 MSRP(Currently comparing)

E-Hybrid

$107,300 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2—

S

$108,300 MSRP

3—

S

$114,900 MSRP

4—

S E-Hybrid

$111,600 MSRP

5—

S E-Hybrid

$117,100 MSRP

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GTS

$132,400 MSRP

7—

GTS

$137,100 MSRP

8—

Turbo E-Hybrid

$164,500 MSRP

9—

Turbo E-Hybrid

$169,100 MSRP

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Mercedes-Benz G55 AMG vs Porsche Cayenne FAQ

Which is better: 2011 Mercedes-Benz G55 AMG or 2027 Porsche Cayenne?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2011 Mercedes-Benz G55 AMG vs 2027 Porsche Cayenne on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2011 Mercedes-Benz G55 AMG or 2027 Porsche Cayenne?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Porsche Cayenne starts lower at $107,300. Live Porsche Cayenne listings start at $21,380.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2011 Mercedes-Benz G55 AMG or 2027 Porsche Cayenne?
The 2027 Porsche Cayenne leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (107,300).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2011 Mercedes-Benz G55 AMG or 2027 Porsche Cayenne?
The 2027 Porsche Cayenne leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (22).
Which has better horsepower: 2011 Mercedes-Benz G55 AMG or 2027 Porsche Cayenne?
The 2027 Porsche Cayenne leads on horsepower in this comparison (729).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2011 Mercedes-Benz G55 AMG or 2027 Porsche Cayenne?
The 2027 Porsche Cayenne leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (7,716).