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BMW iX3 vs Porsche Cayenne Electric

Comparing the 2027 BMW iX3 (from $61,500) with the 2026 Porsche Cayenne Electric (from $109,000). The iX3 offers 434 miles of range while the Cayenne Electric offers 320 miles.

Quick Take

BMW iX3 wins on price, while Porsche Cayenne Electric tows the most.

BMW iX3

2027SUV

BMW iX3
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Best Value

  • Starts at $54,000
  • About $124 per mile of range
  • Up to 434 mi EPA-rated range
  • Apple CarPlay + Android Auto
Porsche Cayenne Electric

2026SUV

Porsche Cayenne Electric
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Best for Towing

  • 7,716 lb towing capacity
  • Up to 1139 hp
  • 615 lb-ft of torque
  • AWD drivetrain
Price
$54,000 - $65,500
$109,000 - $163,000
Range
305-434 miles
320 miles
Horsepower
315-463 hp
435-1139 hp
0-60 mph
4.7-5.9 sec
2.4-4.5 sec
Battery Size
82.6-108.7 kWh
113 kWh
Drive Type
AWD
AWD
Seats
5
5
Top Speed
124-130 mph
143-162 mph
Towing Capacity
4409 lbs
7716 lbs
DC Fast Charging
21 min (10-80%)
16 min (10-80%)
Level 2 Charging
Unknown
Unknown
Length
188.4"
194.8"
Width
74.6"
78"
Height
64.4"
65.9"
Cargo Capacity
61.8 cu ft
56.1 cu ft

BMW iX3 vs Porsche Cayenne Electric: Which Should You Buy?

The BMW iX3 starts at $54,000, undercutting the Porsche Cayenne Electric ($109,000) by about $55,000.

In its longest-range configuration the BMW iX3 covers up to 434 miles, 114 more than the Porsche Cayenne Electric's 320. At a DC fast charger, the Porsche Cayenne Electric goes from 10-80% in about 16 minutes vs 21 for the BMW iX3. The Porsche Cayenne Electric has a native NACS port for Tesla Superchargers, while the BMW iX3 uses CCS.

The BMW iX3 offers 61.8 cu ft of cargo space vs 56.1 for the Porsche Cayenne Electric. The BMW iX3 is also 6 inches shorter than the Porsche Cayenne Electric, which makes it easier to park.

Bottom line: pick the BMW iX3 if you want the most for your money, or the Porsche Cayenne Electric if you tow.

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