2024 Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS 600 vs. 2024 Porsche Cayenne Review

Picture of the 2024 Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS 600

2024 Mercedes-Benz
Maybach GLS 600

MSRP*: $174,350
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2024 Porsche
Cayenne

MSRP*: $79,200 to $196,300
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MPG - City 14 MPG 15 - 17 MPG
MPG - Hwy 19 MPG 21 - 23 MPG
Seating Capacity 4 seats 4 - 5 seats
Cargo Space 18.4 ft3 52.4 - 60.3 ft3
Engine
  • 550-hp, 4.0-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 348-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 468-hp, 4.0-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 650-hp, 4.0-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 550 hp 348 - 650 hp
Towing Capacity Info not available 7,700 lbs
Exterior Length 204.9 in 194.0 - 194.2 in
Exterior Width 79.9 in 78.1 - 78.5 in
Leg Room Front 40.3 in
Rear 43.4 in
Info not available
Head Room Front 42.5 in
Rear 40.2 in
Info not available

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Convenience
The Porsche Cayenne requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS 600, making it more convenient to drive.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS 600 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Porsche Cayenne, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS 600 is much wider than the Porsche Cayenne, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS 600, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Porsche Cayenne.

Handling
The Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS 600 has a larger turning radius than the Porsche Cayenne, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
The Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS 600 has a little more horsepower than the Porsche Cayenne.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS 600 transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Porsche Cayenne.

Utility
The Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS 600 has less seating than the Porsche Cayenne, making the Porsche Cayenne the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The Mercedes-Benz Maybach GLS 600 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Porsche Cayenne.