2019 Maserati Levante vs 2019 Porsche Cayenne

With their refined styling, sophisticated technology, and high-end comfort, high-performance luxury SUVs are all the buzz these days. Two of the top contenders in this particular market are the Maserati Levante and Porsche Cayenne. If you’re seeking a performance-focused luxury SUV, these two should undoubtedly be on your shortlist.

If you read on, we’ll give you a closer look at both the 2019 Maserati Levante and 2019 Porsche Cayenne, comparing the two models side by side to help make your decision easier.

Pricing & Trim

The Maserati Levante and Porsche Cayenne have a similar exterior design but take a closer look, and the distinctions become apparent, the most obvious being the price. The 2019 Levante, Maserati’s first SUV, has a base MSRP of $75,980 with top trim coming in at $169,980. The Cayenne offers AWD standard, S AWD, and a TurboCharged AWD, with a price point between $65,700 and $124,600. The Levante has eight different trim levels to choose from, and the Cayenne offers two.

Features

If your wish list of standard features includes heated front seats, blind-spot monitoring, and HID Headlights, the Maserati Levante has what you need. Our favorite feature upgrade options on the 2019 Maserati Levante include a Bowers & Wilkins sound system, heated steering wheel, and ventilated seats. The sporty and practical Porsche Cayenne has features that include a 12.3-inch touchscreen display, Bluetooth connectivity, a ten-speaker audio system, an 8-way power-adjustable seats.

Power & Performance

 Now, for the critical reason, you purchase a high-performance SUV. High Performance. Both the Maserati Levante and Porsche Cayenne handle like a dream. They both offer an 8-speed automatic transmission all-wheel drive across all trims. The Maserati delivers between 369 and 538 lb-ft of torque ranges between the base and top trim levels. The Cayenne provides between 331 and 567 lb-ft of torque. Maserati’s powerful Ferrari engine produces 424 horsepower in the S model. The Cayenne’s Turbo 4.0L V8 can generate 541 hp. The Cayenne is the more fuel-efficient with 19 mpg city and 23 mpg highway. The Maserati Levante comes in a close second with 15 mpg city and 19 mpg highway.

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Test Drive the 2019 Levante at Maserati of Tyson’s Corner

Now that you have the right information on how the 2019 Maserati Levante and Porsche Cayenne compare, the next step is to schedule a test drive at Maserati of Tyson’s Corner. View our available inventory of 2019 Maserati Levante’s, then send us a message, call or stop by!