If earlier among the wealthy public it was fashionable to drive on a thoroughbred sports car, today such a manifestation of selfishness is not considered a sign of good taste. Therefore, successful people increasingly prefer more practical, but also fast sports crossovers, such as the BMW X6, Mercedes-Benz GLE Coupe and Porsche Cayenne.

First impression

Outwardly, the test participants make a strong impression - everything is swift, muscular, stylish. And in terms of their characteristics, they surpass many sports cars of the end of the last century. Each crossover is equipped with a 6-cylinder diesel engine with a power of more than 250 hp, which allows you to accelerate from 0 to 100 km / h in 6 or 7 seconds and develop more than 220 km / h. Add here a super-rigid chassis, coupled with the ability to drive off-road, and we get a recipe for almost the perfect car for all occasions.

In this company, the Cayenne stands apart, as it is the only one of the trio to have a classic wagon body, while the X6 and GLE Coupe are hatchbacks. Mercedes is the most well-equipped crossover in the test. Standard equipment"Stuttgart" includes, among other things, adaptive LED headlights, an advanced multimedia complex Comand Online with navigation, a collision avoidance system Collision Prevention Assist Plus, car parking. "BMW" and "Porsche" in the "base" are cheaper, but if their equipment is brought to the level of "Mercedes", then the final price tag will be higher. The interior of the GLE Coupe seems to be the most luxurious and expensive, the interior of the X-sixth one leaves the impression of the most technologically advanced, and the Cayenne is the owner of the most spectacular and ergonomic cockpit.

Behavior

Each of the test cars is tailored for a specific type of driver. If the Mercedes is heavy when performing quick maneuvers, then the BMW is always easy to climb. The most reckless crossover in terms of handling is Porsche - adequate, responsive and accurate, it will never disappoint an active driver. The unsportsmanlike behavior of the Mercedes is due to the heaviest weight in the trio (2250 kg versus 2185 kg for the Cayenne and 2065 kg for the X6) and a high center of gravity. Against the background of the rest of the subjects, the GLE Coupe is more prone to understeer, more inertial, and the dynamic stabilization system is set up more strictly here. In addition, a native of Stuttgart is inferior to competitors in terms of brake performance. Therefore, in an impromptu race, a car with a three-pointed star cannot keep up with the BMW and Porsche. At the same time, the Mercedes engine develops the highest torque (620 Nm versus 580 Nm for the Cayenne and 560 Nm for the X-sixth) and, coupled with a fast 9-speed automatic transmission, gives the car decent acceleration dynamics.

What is especially valuable about the X6 is that the Munich crossover allows you to drive in the style of a Porsche 911! The BMW also exhibits very sharp front axle reactions when entering a corner, trying to get off the line, which is successfully corrected by increasing the load on the rear axle by adding "gas". At the same time, the Bavarian 3.0-liter diesel engine is the only one in the trio, the sound of which is on high revs pleasing to the ear. automatic box gear interacts with the motor very smoothly and is characterized by the fastest shifts in manual mode.

But the Cayenne gives the most vivid impression behind the wheel. What a native of Zuffenhausen does on the road is like magic. The precision and informative steering wheel, progressive reactions and excellent chassis that Porsche possesses can make another sports car jealous. Complementing the picture are powerful and perfectly dosed brakes (front - 6-piston), which work reliably at any speed. At the same time, the Cayenne turned out to be quite economical, showing during the tests the lowest average fuel consumption - 7.6 l / 100 km versus 9.1 liters for BMW and Mercedes.

Conclusion

Mercedes-Benz GLE Coupe offers luxury, comfort and equipment. However, its driving qualities are not as refined as in the BMW X6 and Porsche Cayenne. It seems that the laws of physics do not rule over the latter. In motion, BMWs and Porsches feel much lighter and compact cars than it really is. Therefore, in the final protocol, Mercedes takes third place. "Silver" is awarded to X6 - the owner of the best power unit(engine/gearbox) and the fastest test participant. At the same time, the Bavarian crossover lacks the directness in communicating with the driver inherent in the Cayenne, which becomes the winner of the test.

Based on materials from Auto Today (Portugal).

Data obtained during the test

Parameter	BMW X6xDrive 30d		Porsche Cayenne Diesel
speedometer reading accuracy,km/h
50/90/120 km/h	49 /88/117	48/88/118	48/87/116
Accelerating dynamics, s
0-50 km/h	2,1	2,4	2,5
0-100 km/hcombined	6,8	7,3	7,8
40-100 km/h	5,4	5,9	6,4
60-100 km/h	4,0	4,1	4,3
80-120 km/h	5,3	5,4	5,7
Travel time distance 400 m	14,9	15,3	15,5
Travel time distance 1000 m km / h	27,7	28,2	28,8
Braking dynamics, m
Stopping distance from 50/90/120 km/h	9/30/54	10/32/57	9/30/55
Fuel consumption, l/100 km
At a speed of 90/120 km/h	5 ,5 /7,2	6,3/8,3	6,1/7,1
In the city cycle	10,1	10,3	8,3
Average	9,1	9,1	7,6

Factory specifications

Parameter		GLE 350d 4Matic Coupe	Porsche Cayenne Diesel
Price*,Euro
Initial test instance	93 250	97 350	93 492
Engine
Type		diesel with direct injection and turbocharged	diesel with direct injection and turbocharging
Volume, l	2993	2987	2967
Layout	6-cylinder, in-line	6-cylinder, V-shaped	6-cylinder, V-shaped
Number of valves, pcs	24	24	32
Maximum power, hp / rpm	258/4000	258/3400	262/4000
Maximum torque, Nm / rpm	560/1500	620/1600	580/1750
Transmission
type of drive	on all wheels	on all wheels	on all wheels
Transmission	automatic, 8 speed	automatic, 9 speed	automatic, 8 speed
Chassis
Front suspension	independent, double-lever	independent, double-lever	independent, double-lever
Rear suspension	multi-link	multi-link	multi-link
Steering		rack-and-pinion with electric amplifier	rack with electric mechanical amplifier
The number of turns of the steering wheel from lock to lock	2,1	2,8	2,7
Turning diameter, m	11,6	11,8	11,6
Front/rear brakes	vented disc/ ventilated disc	vented disc/ ventilated disc	vented disc/ ventilated disc
Tires
Front
Dimensions
Length/width/height, m	4,910/1,990/1,700	4,900/1,998/1,731	4,885/1,939/1,705
Weight, kg	2065	2250	2185
The ratio of weight to power, kg/hp	8,0	8,7	8,3
Trunk volume, l	550	650	618
Volume fuel tank, l	85	93	100
Speed ​​and dynamics
Maximum speed, km/h	230	226	221
Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, s	6,7	7,0	7,3
Economy/Emissions
Fuel consumption, l city/highway	6,7/5,5	7,9/6,6	7,8/6,2
CO2 emission, g/km	6,0/157	7,2/187	6,8/173

* - price in Portugal

Expert assessments

	Porsche Cayenne Diesel	BMW X6xDrive 30d	Mercedes-Benz GLE 350d 4Matic Coupe
Body	27	26	30
Security systems	7	7	8
Assembly/painting	8	8	8
Warranty	5	5	6
Trunk	7	6	8
Salon	47	43	44
Inner space	8	6	7
Transformation	7	6	6
Build quality	8	8	8
Equipment	8	7	9
Ergonomics of the driver's workplace	9	8	7
Soundproofing	7	8	7
Ride and ride quality	47	46	44
Ease of management	9	8	8
Comfort	8	7	9
Controllability	9	8	6
Acceleration	6	8	7
Engine elasticity	7	8	8
Braking	8	7	6
Expenses	31	31	27
economy	7	6	6
Maintenance cost	7	9	6
Emission	5	6	4
Liquidity in the secondary market	7	6	6
Price	5	4	5
Outcome	15 2	146	145

If earlier among the wealthy public it was fashionable to drive on a thoroughbred sports car, today such a manifestation of selfishness is not considered a sign of good taste. That's why the wealthy are increasingly opting for more practical yet fast sporty crossovers such as the BMW X6, Mercedes-Benz GLE Coupe and Porsche Cayenne.

First impression

Outwardly, the test participants make a strong impression - everything is swift, muscular, stylish. And in terms of their characteristics, they surpass many sports cars of the end of the last century. Each crossover is equipped with a 6-cylinder diesel engine with over 250 hp, which allows you to accelerate from 0 to 100 km / h in 6 or 7 seconds and reach more than 220 km / h. Add here a super-rigid chassis, coupled with the ability to drive off-road, and we get a recipe for an almost perfect car for all occasions.

In this company, the Cayenne stands apart, as it is the only one of the trio to have a classic wagon body, while the X6 and GLE Coupe are hatchbacks. Mercedes is the most well-equipped crossover in the test. The standard equipment of the Stuttgart includes, among other things, adaptive LED headlights, an advanced multimedia complex Comand Online with navigation, a collision avoidance system Collision Prevention Assist Plus, a car parking. "BMW" and "Porsche" in the "base" are cheaper, but if their equipment is brought to the level of "Mercedes", then the final price tag will be higher. The interior of the GLE Coupe seems to be the most luxurious and expensive, the interior of the X-sixth one leaves the impression of the most technologically advanced, and the Cayenne is the owner of the most spectacular and ergonomic cockpit.

Behavior

Each of the test cars is tailored for a specific type of driver. If the Mercedes is heavy when performing quick maneuvers, then the BMW is always easy to climb. The most reckless crossover in terms of handling is Porsche - adequate, responsive and accurate, it will never disappoint an active driver. The unsportsmanlike behavior of the Mercedes is due to the heaviest weight in the trio (2250 kg versus 2185 kg for the Cayenne and 2065 kg for the X6) and a high center of gravity. Against the background of the rest of the subjects, the GLE Coupe is more prone to understeer, more inertial, and the dynamic stabilization system is set up more strictly here. In addition, a native of Stuttgart is inferior to competitors in terms of brake performance. Therefore, in an impromptu race, a car with a three-pointed star cannot keep up with the BMW and Porsche. At the same time, the Mercedes engine develops the highest torque (620 Nm versus 580 Nm for the Cayenne and 560 Nm for the X-sixth) and, coupled with a fast 9-speed automatic transmission, gives the car decent acceleration dynamics.

What is especially valuable about the X6 is that the Munich crossover allows you to drive in the style of a Porsche 911! The BMW also exhibits very sharp front axle reactions when entering a corner, trying to get off the line, which is successfully corrected by increasing the load on the rear axle by adding "gas". At the same time, the Bavarian 3.0-liter diesel engine is the only one in the trio, the sound of which at high speeds caresses the ear. The automatic transmission interacts with the engine very smoothly and is characterized by the fastest shifts in manual mode.

But the Cayenne gives the most vivid impression behind the wheel. What a native of Zuffenhausen does on the road is like magic. The precision and informative steering wheel, progressive reactions and excellent chassis that Porsche possesses can make another sports car jealous. Complementing the picture are powerful and perfectly dosed brakes (front - 6-piston), which work reliably at any speed. At the same time, the Cayenne turned out to be quite economical, showing during the tests the lowest average fuel consumption - 7.6 l / 100 km versus 9.1 liters for BMW and Mercedes.

Conclusion

The Mercedes-Benz GLE Coupe offers luxury, comfort and equipment. However, its driving qualities are not as refined as in the BMW X6 and Porsche Cayenne. It seems that the laws of physics do not rule over the latter. In motion, BMWs and Porsches feel much lighter and more compact than they really are. Therefore, in the final protocol, Mercedes takes third place. "Silver" is awarded to X6 - the owner of the best power unit (engine / gearbox) and the fastest test participant. At the same time, the Bavarian crossover lacks that immediacy in communication with the driver inherent in the Cayenne, which becomes the winner of the test.

Based on materials from Auto Today (Portugal)

Data obtained during the test

Parameter	BMW X6xDrive 30d		Porsche Cayenne Diesel
speedometer reading accuracy,km/h
50/90/120 km/h	49 /88/117	48/88/118	48/87/116
Accelerating dynamics, s
0-50 km/h	2,1	2,4	2,5
0-100 km/hcombined	6,8	7,3	7,8
40-100 km/h	5,4	5,9	6,4
60-100 km/h	4,0	4,1	4,3
80-120 km/h	5,3	5,4	5,7
Travel time distance 400 m	14,9	15,3	15,5
Travel time distance 1000 m km / h	27,7	28,2	28,8
Braking dynamics, m
Stopping distance from 50/90/120 km/h	9/30/54	10/32/57	9/30/55
Fuel consumption, l/100 km
At a speed of 90/120 km/h	5 ,5 /7,2	6,3/8,3	6,1/7,1
In the city cycle	10,1	10,3	8,3
Average	9,1	9,1	7,6

Factory specifications

Parameter		GLE 350d 4Matic Coupe	Porsche Cayenne Diesel
Price*,Euro
Initial test instance	93 250	97 350	93 492
Engine
Type			diesel with direct injection and turbocharging
Volume, l	2993	2987	2967
Layout	6-cylinder, in-line	6-cylinder, V-shaped	6-cylinder, V-shaped
Number of valves, pcs	24	24	32
Maximum power, hp / rpm	258/4000	258/3400	262/4000
Maximum torque, Nm / rpm	560/1500	620/1600	580/1750
Transmission
type of drive	on all wheels	on all wheels	on all wheels
Transmission	automatic, 8 speed	automatic, 9 speed	automatic, 8 speed
Chassis
Front suspension	independent, double-lever	independent, double-lever	independent, double-lever
Rear suspension	multi-link	multi-link	multi-link
Steering		rack-and-pinion with electric amplifier	rack with electric mechanical amplifier
The number of turns of the steering wheel from lock to lock	2,1	2,8	2,7
Turning diameter, m	11,6	11,8	11,6
Front/rear brakes	vented disc/ ventilated disc	vented disc/ ventilated disc	vented disc/ ventilated disc
Tires
Front
Dimensions
Length/width/height, m	4,910/1,990/1,700	4,900/1,998/1,731	4,885/1,939/1,705
Weight, kg	2065	2250	2185
The ratio of weight to power, kg/hp	8,0	8,7	8,3
Trunk volume, l	550	650	618
Fuel tank volume, l	85	93	100
Speed ​​and dynamics
Maximum speed, km/h	230	226	221
Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, s	6,7	7,0	7,3
Economy/Emissions
Fuel consumption, l city/highway	6,7/5,5	7,9/6,6	7,8/6,2
CO2 emission, g/km	6,0/157	7,2/187	6,8/173

* - price in Portugal

Expert assessments

	Porsche Cayenne Diesel	BMW X6xDrive 30d	Mercedes-Benz GLE 350d 4Matic Coupe
Body	27	26	30
Security systems	7	7	8
Assembly/painting	8	8	8
Warranty	5	5	6
Trunk	7	6	8
Salon	47	43	44
Inner space	8	6	7
Transformation	7	6	6
Build quality	8	8	8
Equipment	8	7	9
Ergonomics of the driver's workplace	9	8	7
Soundproofing	7	8	7
Ride and ride quality	47	46	44
Ease of management	9	8	8
Comfort	8	7	9
Controllability	9	8	6
Acceleration	6	8	7
Engine elasticity	7	8	8
Braking	8	7	6
Expenses	31	31	27
economy	7	6	6
Maintenance cost	7	9	6
Emission	5	6	4
Liquidity in the secondary market	7	6	6
Price	5	4	5
Outcome	15 2	146	145

Porsche has the most comfortable trunk

Mercedes has the most voluminous stationary trunk

The best comfort in the second row offers "Porsche"

Knocking doors on hinges.

Big, beautiful
good sound insulation
soft air suspension

Mercedes-Benz GLE, 1st generation, 03.2015 - 09.2018

Low consumption 13-15l per 100km.
Good traction at low rpm.
Excellent brakes, enough pads for 24000km "highlands".
Very easy to manage, at first it seems that everything is not convenient, but it is not rolled yet.

Knocking doors on hinges.
Am without xenon, the headlights can only be seen in complete darkness, under the lights you are always trying to turn on the headlights.
Box 7zhitronik)), works rough, at a decrease in speed it roughly switches with jerks, after stopping it also lays down and "catches up"
There are no mudguards, the barrel is covered in dirt from the wheels.
Handling limit 130km / h, then starts to swim like a Cherokee! Expensive MOT - $500

She was not whole, so let's start!
Since the purchase, every month I went to the dealer.
Mileage 8000km - replacement of front amors and engine mounts.
13000 km - replacement of the steering rack 1.
23000 km - replacement of the transfer case and lubrication of the wheel bearings.
33000 km - replacement of the steering rack 2.
Now I began to enrage all the masters, they tried to ignore further complaints.
68000km - I was persistent, replacing the steering rack 3, replacing the front right drive, replacing two silent blocks and front gear cushions. Now she is at the dealer, I still sin that the razdatka broke down again. It happens that the rear right lamp does not work - the cotton of the trunk lid is being repaired.
Perhaps I forgot to describe something, the entire repair was under warranty in the amount of about $ 20,000. Ends in October guarantee period and A.M put up for sale.

Big, beautiful
good sound insulation
soft air suspension
good acceleration at any speed

Incomprehensible tapping in the front suspension, which deliver "mental discomfort." Went several times to different dealers, they say that everything is OK. Before that, I had a GLC - I did not see this there.
On 20-wheels, comfort drops noticeably: many bumps in the road begin to be felt.
At a speed of 130, it starts to walk along the road, when you drive along the highway you don’t even want to accelerate: the feeling of comfort quickly disappears.
Expensive maintenance The simplest maintenance A - changing the engine oil and filters - $500.
There is no volume control on the driver's armrest.

Replacing the control unit in the rear left door at 40,000, it came out about $ 500

Great design. Very soft and comfortable ride. Finishing, quality materials at a high level (leather, wood, plastic). Excellent Shumka (diesel can not be heard). The LED light shines gorgeously, in automatic mode you can drive with a long-range one and not blind a ride or oncoming traffic. In the fog shines better than xenon. Automatic transmission-9 works ideally, you can drive along the highway at 130-140 km / h and there will not be even 2000 rpm. Goes along the track like a "poured". Honest all-wheel drive. Consumption 10 - 11 l / 100 km (economy / comfort on the highway). Autoparking works great and helps to park longitudinally / transversely, right / left. The trunk is healthy and there is a spare wheel (a plus for our roads). US assembly is a plus.

The word "Sport" is not patentable. These are not zeros in the center of the index, as in Peugeot, due to which Porsche was forced to change the designation 901 to 911 and not "M", as in BMW sports cars, as a result of which SUVs Mercedes are called ML, not just "M". One might even say that Sport international and ready to help anyone car company regardless of its national composition, political views, religion.

If you want to release a budget version with minimal image losses - feel free to add the word "Sport" in the model name, you won't lose. The word is good, active, dynamic and even extreme somewhere - from the world of supercars. And if you don’t ask for money for it, but on the contrary, offering to save money, as is the case with Mitsubishi Pajero Sport or, you can be sure - dealer test drives they will certainly fire a control shot at the last buyer's doubts. It doesn't matter that the first one is built on the basis of a pickup truck, the second one is based on a cheaper one. Land Rover. For most ordinary people, these are more sporty and at least no less prestigious versions of the original Pajero and Renja.

The new one broke this vicious circle. It was created on the basis of the flagship range rover , and now "Sporty" flaunts on test drive aluminum load-bearing body just like his older brother. Even if the next Land Rover is as light as Range Rovers, the expression Range based on Lendy will lose all meaning. The point is who came first. This fact will be confirmed by any competent marketer and will add at the same time that the reverse combination of Land Rover on Base Range Rover benefits the entire group. Range Rover- the main and ancestor of everything and everything, and the cheaper Land Rover and Range Rover Sport with the components of the ancestor himself, they only additionally raise their image in the eyes of others due to this.

By the way, Jaguar Land Rover specialists know firsthand the error in the timing of the appearance of models. When the Jaguar X-Type was introduced in 2001 after the debut of the platform Ford Mondeo, a lot of accusations rained down on the company that it built the British legend on the basis of the people's Ford. Had the situation been reversed, no accusations would have followed, and the later Mondeo with premium components could certainly flaunt this fact in front of classmates in the face of the then Passat and Vectra.

New and more literate cannot but sink into the soul. He is like an outlet for the elder Renja, which image considerations do not allow to be more lean and impetuous. A sort of British diamond, against which other participants in the comparative test drive in the face of a more dynamic than the GL63 AMG, and heavy duty, in some ways reminiscent of the Volkswagen Touareg.

In the interiors of sports SUVs - deja vu, because we have already seen all this, one way or another, testing the older Mercedes GL63 AMG and Range Rover, as well as the younger Porsche Cayenne Turbo without the prefix "S". The biggest difference is in the British "Sport": its seat is set 20mm lower. It's funny, but at the presentation of the flagship Renja it was claimed that the driver in it sits 19 mm higher than in any other SUV. Accordingly, now we can say that the driver sits on ... 1 mm lower than in any other SUV. Feel what is called the difference. So we could not catch this millimeter on test drive- and Mercedes and especially Porsche have a lower seating position. But compared with the older Briton, the difference is palpable. Indeed, you sit lower, and most importantly, the new panel, devoid of the previous brutality, looks more harmonious in Sport than in the classic range rover.

We also liked the seats. Renja with the most versatile profile. If Mercedes seats are more designed for tight fixation of fat people, in Porsche- for lean athletes, then British chairs are something in between, allowing everyone to feel at ease without exception.

The thrill is one of the reasons why TOPRUSCAR loves the low seating position. According to the Sport passport, it is only 20 kg lighter than its older brother and one ten faster in acceleration to a hundred, but the most efficient acceleration, thanks to a grounded landing, gives the feeling of a much more dynamic car. And let the comparative Mercedes test drive ML63AMG and demonstrates that their acceleration is faster - the sensations are dearer to us.

Compared to the "sixty-third ji-el" ML63AMG lighter by almost 300 kg, but it was not possible to take full advantage of this fact. The fact is that only the version with the Performance Package has the same power of 558 forces as the GL63, while the base ML63 content with "modest" 525 horses, as a result, the Mercedes ten in overclocking is not felt, and the seats here are at the same height as in the GL.

Say that Porsche Cayenne Turbo S more dynamic - to say nothing. Range and Merce differ more subjectively: the least dramatic (excluding sound accompaniment) Mercedes breaks out in acceleration to a hundred one and a half hulls forward, while Porsche pleases not only with numbers, but also with exciting emotions. Be with us last time test drive Cayenne Turbo with the prefix " S", behind acceleration dynamics in comparison with the BMW X5M would have to give equal marks. "Eska" on a par with the X5M, probably the only one of modern crossovers, which fit the definition of a supercar. Those who like to use the phrase “Porsche plays in another league” to the cars from Zuffenhausen will be pleased.

I remember at the presentation of the senior range rover we were also shown diagrams characterizing the level of sound insulation, where, in addition to direct competitors, executive sedans were also present: Mercedes S class, Lexus LS and even Bentley Flying Spur. At the presentation Range Rover Sport test drive the limousines are gone, but Mercedes ML never emerged as one of the direct competitors. Now we can guess why.

Isolation from the outside world in a Mercedes crossover is beyond praise. Particularly pleasant is the ability to change the acoustic picture on demand. He stepped harder on the accelerator pedal - he received a portion of AMG emotions in the form of a loud roar of the G8 biturbo. He let go - again imperturbable silence. This combination gives the feeling of the most presentable and solid car in the trio.

On the background Mercedes ML 63 AMG Range no longer looks perfect. The soundproofing of the wheel arches in it is not so perfect, and the noise from the oncoming air flow is more noticeable. Later we were surprised to find that the lean Sport less streamlined than older range rover: streamlining coefficient Cx=0.37 versus 0.36 for the flagship. All of the above, however, does not mean that Range Rover Sport is noisy as well as Cayenne Turbo, which turned out to be even less separated from the environment.

The same situation in comparative test drive and with smooth running. If we consider the trinity as universal vehicles, which are crossovers, then in working out the irregularities of the Zamkadia, I would like to have more smoothness and softness. On the other hand, all three have corresponding warnings in their names: “ Sport», « AMG" and " S", which means a more sporty character in habits. "Eska", however, does not differ in rigidity from the base Cayenne Turbo and that's for the best. As one of us so aptly remarked, “It couldn’t get any tougher.” Although the X5M is even more uncompromising in this matter. It cannot be said that Porsche was developed solely for smooth German autobahns, but there is no desire to use the advantage in dynamics and handling over competitors on rough roads.

Range and Mercedes in the conditions of an average Russian highway, like at home. Especially good for test drive ML63AMG where you feel the greatest respect for the creators. The Stuttgart company consciously did not play supercar, overly clamping the suspension AMG-crossover, and instead offered the highest degree of reliability on roads with any quality of asphalt. The fact that the "sixty-third" is the only one in the trio who does not boast about the time of passing one or another well-known race track is also clear.

There is such a sin behind the new one: he has already managed to check in at the British Brands Hatch circuit, where he was able to overtake ... a 126-horsepower crumb Mazda MX-5. Let's face it - not the brightest achievement, but to lead Sport in conditions of wave-, hummock- and crack-like coating - a special buzz. It does not have that reinforced concrete steadfastness, as in Mercedes, and on the most extreme manifestations of the Russian road device, Range, albeit to a lesser extent than Porsche, can also be displaced from the trajectory under the onslaught of irregularities. However, thanks to a superbly tuned electric power steering, the British "rogue" offers golden mean for an active driver, combining Porsche drive and reliability Mercedes. Even steering sensitivity with three turns lock-to-lock is exactly halfway between 2.6 Cayenne and 3.6 ML.

Luckily enough smooth roads are also found in our country, which should especially please developers cayenne. Their brainchild reacts most contrastingly to the change of scenery under the wheels, clearly demonstrating its native element. In a lightweight Porsche 911 Carrera, more than two tons Cayenne Turbo S, of course, does not turn, but the other two opponents test drive and did not undergo any major changes.

The Brit certainly deserves the "Sport" in the name more than its Land-based predecessor. Rover Discovery and allows the driver to feel everything that happens with the car. However, more detached from gambling ambitions Mercedes ML 63 AMG goes along the windings of a smooth surface no slower, frustrating only a little more strict than we wanted, the stabilization system. In this regard, both "Sport" and "Em-el" do not differ much from their own kind. Fast and even very, but when the limit is reached by test drive there was invariably a feeling of awkwardness: “Why did I add, after all, we already tumbled into the last turn, as if on some Renault Megane R.S." Nothing bad happens to the cars, but the slips that have begun and their correction by electronics will immediately remind you of the curb weights far over two tons and the height of the center of gravity, repelling further desires to overcome a certain milestone.

Another league Porsche- corrupts. It is felt that the model was tuned to take into account the most dynamic driving in corners, and the resulting slip is a natural process, as in any other sports cars. Pleasant is the fact that the gambling drive is the merit of not only well-tuned electronics, but also the finest study of the chassis. Driving in the style of a computer simulator is not about cayenne, and some features, roughness and a bit of synthetics only add to the character of their originality.

We are well aware of the cost of winning the nomination. The reverse side of the medal is a loss in the subject "practicality and ease of use in Russian realities." Therefore, summing up the comparative test drive, it remains for us to state with all responsibility that the British have turned out to be an excellent car, which is more interesting to drive than not losing much to him in comfort. And, of course, the new one in the company of German premium crossovers no longer requires excuses, like its predecessor for its rough asphalt habits in the style: “But it has better cross-country ability.” At the same time, the latter indicator hardly deteriorated if the Sport had a downshift, while the opponents had single-stage transfer boxes.

Photo Land companies Rover, Porsche and Mercedes

Prices and equipment for new cars in the showrooms of official dealers

(as of 11/27/13)

	Range Rover Sport V8 Supercharged HSE Dynamic		Mercedes-Benz ML 63 AMG 7G-Tronic
Price, rub
Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
Stabilization System (ESP)
Number of airbags
Driver airbag
Front passenger airbag
Front side airbags
Rear side airbags	unavailable	unavailable
Front curtain cushions
Curtain cushions for 2nd row of seats
Driver knee pad	unavailable
Passenger knee pad	unavailable		unavailable
Staff parking sensors		in option package
Rear View Camera		in option package
Air conditioning	unavailable	unavailable	unavailable
Climate control
On-board computer
Light sensor
Rain sensor
OEM audio system with CD	unavailable	unavailable	unavailable
OEM audio system with CD and MP3 support
Standard CD changer	unavailable
Passive cruise control
Adaptive cruise control
Power steering
central locking
remote control for central locking
Electrically adjustable mirrors
Heated mirrors
Front power windows
Rear power windows
Heated seats
Steering column adjustment
Driver's seat height adjustment
Alloy wheels
metallic color
Fog lights			unavailable
Staff parking sensors		in option package
Xenon/Bi-Xenon headlights		in option package
Folding rear seat (1/1)	unavailable	unavailable	unavailable
Folding rear seat (1/3-2/3)
Tire pressure sensor
adaptive headlights		in option package
Rear View Camera		in option package
Dead Zone Control System
Automatic parking system	unavailable	unavailable	unavailable
leather interior
Power driver's seat or front seats
Power front seats with parameter storage		in option package
Heated steering wheel		unavailable
Massaging front seats	unavailable	unavailable	unavailable
Massage rear seats	unavailable	unavailable	unavailable
seat ventilation
Sunroof	unavailable
Panoramic glass roof
Premium audio system
Navigation system
Power trunk
Phone preparation (hands free / bluetooth)
Automatic parking brake		unavailable
Starting the engine with a button (key card)
Autonomous preheater/heater	unavailable	unavailable	unavailable
Downshift (demultiplier)	unavailable	unavailable	unavailable
Center differential lock	unavailable	unavailable	unavailable
Rear differential lock			unavailable
Front differential lock	unavailable	unavailable	unavailable
Adjustable ground clearance
Hill start assist
Descent Assist

Specifications (manufacturer's data)

Options	Automobile
	Range Rover V8 Sport Supercharged		Mercedes-Benz ML 63 AMG
Mileage, km
body type	5-door station wagon	5-door station wagon	5-door station wagon
Number of places
Dimensions, mm
wheelbase
Curb weight, kg
Engine	petrol with direct injection and mechanical supercharger		gasoline with direct fuel injection and turbocharging
Location	front, lengthwise	front, lengthwise	front, lengthwise
Number and arrangement of cylinders
Working volume, cm³
Cylinder diameter / piston stroke, mm
Compression ratio
Number of valves
Max. power, hp/r/min

Powers that be. Cars that belong to the elite class. The name of the two companies from Germany, Porsche and Mercedes, has become a household name when referring to the best creations in the automotive world and denote quality and excellence.

PorscheAG, founded in 1931 by the talented designer Ferdinand Porsche, specializes in the production of high-end cars and sports cars. Despite the relatively small range model range, the company is considered the most profitable in the world for its owners. Now the company's partner in the alliance is a well-known company from Germany Volkswagen Groupe.

Mercedes-Benz was formed in 1926 as a result of two firms whose names formed the name of the company. It is currently part of German concern Daimler. In Russia, the Mercedes brand is a kind of reference measure in relation to other cars.

Description of models

MercedesGLE is a new designation for the company's models. Until 2015, it was the M-class. In order to avoid confusion with another ace of the automotive industry from Bavaria, Bayerische Motoren Werke AG, which also capitalized the letter M in the designation of cars, there was a renaming.

The first generation was released in 1997. The presentation of the latest restyled version took place in 2015 in New York. According to the new designation, this is a mid-size class E crossover. The usual solid and respectable look of the company's brands has been supplemented with refined elegance and modern gloss.

Height ground clearance in the normal state is 202 mm, when installing an adjustable air suspension, its range is from 180 to 255 mm. The appearance of the crossover is impeccable. A certain sportiness in appearance was added to the former classic style, which made the model even more attractive.

Porsche Cayenne in 2017 presents an updated, also restyled version of the second generation. The company is positioning it as a sports-type SUV.

The ancestor of the model was born in 2002. He immediately struck the world with his impudent, but luxurious and self-confident look. The contemporary, following fashion trends, has become more elegant, but retained the arrogance of the exterior, adding some aggression to the appearance. Optics has changed - powerful LED lights have appeared. The SUV has become more taut, the dimensions have increased, the distance between the axles is 2895 mm. Clearance "walks", depending on the condition adjustable suspension from 215 to 268 mm. The use of lightweight composite materials and alloys has given a serious reduction in the weight of the car, which will fulfill the hopes of the company's management to make the Cayenne the fastest SUV.

The platform of the “relative” in the Volkswagen alliance was used as an architectural basis. Increased grille, front fenders, changes affected the shape of the hood. It is useless to look for flaws in the appearance of the crossover - this is Porsche.

Salon interior

The interiors of both luxury cars are distinguished by high-quality expensive materials and exquisite comfort. In Cayenne, chic finishes are successfully combined with a sporty style: an elegant small dashboard, chairs in which a person feels super comfortable, a pleasant steering wheel for girth, an ignition switch located to the left of the steering wheel. At the same time, the design of the car reminds us that this is an SUV that does not always travel on smooth, well-groomed roads. This is reminiscent of additional support handles in the front of the car and a variety of driving modes in extreme conditions.

Beautiful to match the interior design technical equipment. Comfortable multimedia system with a high-quality monitor makes it easy to get all the necessary information. logical continuation spacious interior is excellent luggage compartment, which in the standard position has 670 liters, in the unfolded state of the rear seats - 1780 liters.

Mercedes GLE is not inferior in the richness of interior decoration. An interesting addition to the leather material are inserts of finishing materials made of expensive wood, elegant aluminum. Externally, the interior may be less luxurious, but there is a more ergonomic environment: everything is at hand. In chairs, including rear seats convenient for even long journeys. A more strict environment does not reduce the comfortable state. A perfect addition to the spacious interior volume was the trunk. Its dimensions are impressive: 690/2010 liters.

Short summary

Comparing these cars is useless. Undoubtedly, they have different technical indicators, but you should not look for minuses in this. Both Mercedes GLE and Porsche Cayenne belong to the elite, which is confirmed by their price. The first one starts from the mark of 4 million rubles, the second - a "lemon" more. Mercedes looks great on all roads. But it is wiser to use it in the city. Cayenne is not averse to measure strength with the roads of the Russian hinterland.

Overview and comparison Mercedes-Benz vehicles GLE and Porsche Cayenne: appearance, interior, technical content, ride quality, price tag. Photo and video.

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When it comes to premium crossovers, the image of the Porsche Cayenne involuntarily pops up in my head, which perfectly combines the capabilities of an SUV and dynamic characteristics real supercar.

For a long time, the car bore the title of one of the best in the class, until in 2018 in Paris, Mercedes demonstrated the updated second generation of its GLE-class premium crossover, which dared to challenge Porsche.

But whether he succeeded in surpassing the Cayenne or not, you can only find out by pushing his opponents on their foreheads.

Exterior

The Porsche Cayenne of the third generation has a stylish, dynamic and purebred appearance, in which belonging to the Porsche brand is instantly guessed.

The “muzzle” of the car flaunts a relief hood, expressive head optics and a powerful false radiator grille. The taut profile is represented by massive wheel arches, embossed sidewall bursts and a slightly sloping roofline.

The formidable stern demonstrates neat stripes of marker lights, a large spoiler and a massive rear bumper with two trunks of the exhaust system.

External dimensions auto:

Length, mm	4918
Width, mm	1983
Height, mm	1696
Wheel base, mm	2895

The updated Mercedes-Benz GLE is also not a miss. Its front part meets with stylish headlights, an attractive false radiator grille with a large three-beam star in the center and a neat bumper.

Profile and stern models show pumped up wheel arches, massive rear racks and spectacular parking lights. The image is completed by a monumental bumper with a chrome trim and two sections of trapezoidal exhaust pipes.

It is also worth noting the presence of plastic protection around the entire perimeter of the body. The external dimensions of the GLE-class are as follows:

Length, mm	4924
Width, mm	1947
Height, mm	1772
Wheel base, mm	2995

The ride height is 180 mm as standard, but with the optional air suspension it can be increased up to 300 mm!

Both cars offer their customers a rich palette of body colors that can satisfy the needs of any buyer. And if the pre-installed colors are not enough for someone, for an additional fee you can paint the body in an exclusive color.

Interior design

The interior of the Porsche Cayenne combines traditional elements with newfangled design solutions. The main focus is on a 12.3-inch "tablet", which occupies most of the central part of the dashboard.

In front of the driver, there is a three-spoke multifunction steering wheel and a modern instrument panel, represented by an analog tachometer in the center and a pair of LCD displays on the sides, which can display any information of interest to the driver.

The quality of finishing materials, assembly and ergonomics are fully consistent with the class of the car.

The front riders are offered first-class seats with a lot of adjustments, all sorts of benefits of civilization and tenacious lateral support. The rear sofa is profiled for two riders, but can easily take on board a third passenger.

Volume luggage compartment in the five-seat layout of the cabin is 770 liters, and by folding the backs of the rear sofa, you can increase its volume to 1710 liters. Not without a niche under the raised floor, where the manufacturer placed a compact dokatka and a set of necessary tools.

The interior design of the Mercedes-Benz GLE keeps up with the times. The dominant place here is reserved for two 12.3-inch displays, one of which performs the function dashboard, and the second is responsible for managing the multimedia component and navigation. A cool three-spoke steering wheel with climate control buttons deserves special attention.

The front seats predictably provide a high level of comfort, and also flaunt a large number of adjustments, heating, excellent lateral support and other benefits.

Between the seats of the first row there is a high tunnel, on which the manufacturer has placed a gear selector, a wide armrest and a number of functional switches.
The second row of seats easily accommodates three riders.

It is also worth noting the possibility of longitudinal movement of the extreme sections in the range of 100 mm, the adjustment of the angle of inclination and the almost absent central tunnel.

The volume of the luggage compartment is superior to the opponent and is 825 liters. If necessary, it can be increased to 2055 liters by folding the backs of the rear sofa.

As an option, the car can be equipped with a double third row, which is suitable for teenagers and children.

Specifications Mercedes-Benz GLE vs Porsche Cayenne

In the photo: Porsche Cayenne gear lever

Under the hood of the Porsche is a 3-liter aluminum V6, equipped with a Twin-Scroll turbine, variable valve timing and recuperation. Its return is 340 "horses" and 450 Nm of rotational thrust, available at 5300-6400 and 1340-5300 rpm.

The partner of the gasoline unit is an 8-speed automatic transmission, which allows the car to shoot from zero to a hundred in 6.2 seconds. and develop a maximum speed of 245 km / h. Claimed fuel consumption in combined mode is 9.2 l/100 km.

The crossover is built on a modular “trolley” MLV evo, equipped with an active all-wheel drive system with a multi-plate clutch, as well as aluminum suspensions “in a circle”. A two-lever is installed in front, and a multi-lever on the rear axle. As an option, a fully steerable chassis with a steering system is offered rear wheels and a special stabilizer that prevents rolls in corners.

Reechnoe steering Cayenne is represented by an electromechanical amplifier with variable characteristics, and brake system– cast-iron discs with a diameter of 350 and 330 mm on the front and rear axle respectively.

For a surcharge, the buyer can install carbon-ceramic brakes that provide more intensive and high-quality deceleration.

Mercedes GLE-class in Russia is available from 3 power plants- two diesels and one petrol. Diesel engines:

1. A 2-liter unit that reproduces 245 “horses”, which allow you to overcome the first “hundred” in 7.2 seconds. and develop a limit of 225 km / h. Average consumption declared at around 6.4 liters per "hundred".
2. 3-liter engine with a return of 330 hp. with., allowing the car to exchange a hundred after 5.7 seconds. after the start and develop a maximum of 245 km / h. Fuel consumption in mixed mode does not exceed 7.5 l / 100 km.

The gasoline unit is represented by a 3-liter engine with a rated power of 367 hp. with. With it, the car easily reaches a speed of 100 km / h after 5.7 seconds. and can accelerate to 250 km / h, consuming about 9.5 liters in a combined driving cycle.

Regardless of the type and power of the motor, its partner is a 9-speed automatic 9G-Tronis. It is also worth noting that all versions of the car are supplemented with a 48-volt motor-generator, which adds an additional 22 “horses” to the car's piggy bank.

As standard, the car is equipped with a 4Matic symmetrical system, and in more expensive modifications, an advanced all-wheel drive system with an electronically controlled multi-plate clutch.

The GLE-class is based on the MHA bogie. Independent suspensions both axles are equipped with cylinder-like springs and anti-roll bars. Two types of air suspension are available as an option.

Ride Quality

Both cars have first-class driving qualities, but if in the Porsche Cayenne the main emphasis is on handling, then in the Mercedes GLE - in the direction of maximum comfort.

What can we hide - in terms of comfort, the GLE-class is only slightly inferior to the flagship S-class, which, therefore, cannot yet surpass either Audi or BMW.

Cost and equipment of Mercedes-Benz GLE and Porsche Cayenne

The minimum cost of the Porsche Cayenne in the Russian Federation is 4.999 million rubles, while new Mercedes GLE-class will cost at least 4.73 million rubles. Both cars already in the base offer a huge amount of advanced equipment, including:

• LED optics "in a circle";
• 19-inch "rollers";
• advanced media system;
• electric drive of the first row seats;
• electrically adjustable heated exterior mirrors with auto dimming function;
• tailgate servo;
• leather trim;
• premium acoustics;
• digital dashboard;
• climate and cruise control;
• a wide range of driver assistance systems;
• parking assistant and much more.

Conclusion

Despite the fact that we like the Porsche Cayenne, we have to admit that the Mercedes GLE is not only not worse, but also surpasses the opponent in a number of ways.

But even despite this, we cannot name a clear winner of the confrontation, because. cars profess different philosophies. So, Porsche is handling and stability, regardless of what is under the wheels, and Mercedes is maximum manufacturability and comfort.

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