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Mercedes-Benz GL63 AMG vs Porsche Cayenne

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

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2016 Mercedes-Benz GL63 AMG

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2027 Porsche Cayenne

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Overview

SpecMercedes-Benz GL63 AMGGL 63 AMGPorsche CayenneE-Hybrid
Selected trimGL 63 AMGE-Hybrid
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)premium unleaded (required)
Transmission7-speed shiftable automatic8-speed automatic
Engine typegasplug-in hybrid
Model year20162027

Pricing & market

SpecMercedes-Benz GL63 AMGGL 63 AMGPorsche CayenneE-Hybrid
MSRP$119,450$107,300 (best)
Lowest listing price—$21,380 (best)
Median listing price—$114,105 (best)
Highest listing price—$188,642 (best)
For sale now012 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecMercedes-Benz GL63 AMGGL 63 AMGPorsche CayenneE-Hybrid
Combined MPG14 MPG22 MPG (best)
City MPG13 MPG (best)—
Highway MPG17 MPG (best)—
Fuel tank26.4 gal (best)18 gal

Performance

SpecMercedes-Benz GL63 AMGGL 63 AMGPorsche CayenneE-Hybrid
Horsepower550 hp (best)463 hp
Torque560 lb-ft (best)479 lb-ft
Engine size5.5 L (best)3 L
CylindersV8V6

Size & capability

SpecMercedes-Benz GL63 AMGGL 63 AMGPorsche CayenneE-Hybrid
Seating7 seats (best)5 seats
Doors5 (best)4
Cargo volume93.8 cu ft (best)—
Towing capacity7,500 lbs7,716 lbs (best)
Curb weight5,754 lbs5,415 lbs (best)
Wheelbase121.1 in (best)114 in
Length202.6 in (best)194 in
Width84.3 in (best)78 in
Height72.8 in (best)66 in

Safety & recalls

SpecMercedes-Benz GL63 AMGGL 63 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 GL63 AMGPorsche Cayenne
1

GL 63 AMG

$119,450 MSRP(Currently comparing)

E-Hybrid

$107,300 MSRP(Currently comparing)

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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

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GTS

$137,100 MSRP

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Turbo E-Hybrid

$164,500 MSRP

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Turbo E-Hybrid

$169,100 MSRP

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Mercedes-Benz GL63 AMG vs Porsche Cayenne FAQ

Which is better: 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL63 AMG or 2027 Porsche Cayenne?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL63 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: 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL63 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: 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL63 AMG or 2027 Porsche Cayenne?
The 2027 Porsche Cayenne leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (107,300).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL63 AMG or 2027 Porsche Cayenne?
The 2027 Porsche Cayenne leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (22).
Which has better horsepower: 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL63 AMG or 2027 Porsche Cayenne?
The 2027 Porsche Cayenne leads on horsepower in this comparison (729).
Which has better seats: 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL63 AMG or 2027 Porsche Cayenne?
The 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL63 AMG leads on seats in this comparison (7).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2016 Mercedes-Benz GL63 AMG or 2027 Porsche Cayenne?
The 2027 Porsche Cayenne leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (7,716).