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New member here. Traded in my 2019 Cayenne for this. Took delivery on Aug 1st. Loaded with all options including all the AMG Performance Packages: 22" AMG wheels w/ upgraded brakes AMG Dynamic Plus AMG Night Package AMG Performance Exhaust HUD, augmented video, Nappa leather, multi contoured seats w/massage, etc.
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Thanks. Its a big chance I took as I really like the Porsches that I had. So far so good.
That's good feedback. We have moved from Cayenne to GLE450, but I am considering a GLE53 SUV not Coupe.
What model Cayenne and what sized tires did you have?
It may be too soon to tell, but can you compare the handling / ride suppleness of the two?
Looks like a nice ride!
That's good feedback. We have moved from Cayenne to GLE450, but I am considering a GLE53 SUV not Coupe.
What model Cayenne and what sized tires did you have?
It may be too soon to tell, but can you compare the handling / ride suppleness of the two?
Looks like a nice ride!
I had v6s in all my Cayennes, last was a V6 "S". I was going to upgrade to an "S" Coupe but Porsche when optioned the same as the MB was almost $30K more! My dealer sells both brands and are next to each other. He asks me to look at the AMG53 Coupe. Engine performance is similar with Porsche feeling a little quicker in accelerating when flooring the vehicle for passing but the AMG is no slouch. Porsche handling was definitely more nimble since it weighs about 700 lbs. less. Ride quality is very similar but Porsche suspension isolated the unexpected bumps and irregularities in the road better. Maybe because it had 21" rims vs the 22s on the AMG. Cayenne also had all-season tires vs the summer tires on the AMG. To sum up to this point, the AMG is very close to the Porsche in performance and handling but give a very slight nod to the P car. Interior wise, no contest, MB is way above the P car. I'm happy with my decision with the switch just because of the way Porsche nickel and dimes you to death with options. We'll have to wait to see if the quality of the Alabama built MB is just as good as the Porsche. My uncle had an Alabama built 2013 ML AMG that had all kinds of quality issues. I know the quality of the Hondas went down when they started building the Pilots in Alabaama.
I had v6s in all my Cayennes, last was a V6 "S". I was going to upgrade to an "S" Coupe but Porsche when optioned the same as the MB was almost $30K more! My dealer sells both brands and are next to each other. He asks me to look at the AMG53 Coupe. Engine performance is similar with Porsche feeling a little quicker in accelerating when flooring the vehicle for passing but the AMG is no slouch. Porsche handling was definitely more nimble since it weighs about 700 lbs. less. Ride quality is very similar but Porsche suspension isolated the unexpected bumps and irregularities in the road better. Maybe because it had 21" rims vs the 22s on the AMG. Cayenne also had all-season tires vs the summer tires on the AMG. To sum up to this point, the AMG is very close to the Porsche in performance and handling but give a very slight nod to the P car. Interior wise, no contest, MB is way above the P car. I'm happy with my decision with the switch just because of the way Porsche nickel and dimes you to death with options. We'll have to wait to see if the quality of the Alabama built MB is just as good as the Porsche. My uncle had an Alabama built 2013 ML AMG that had all kinds of quality issues. I know the quality of the Hondas went down when they started building the Pilots in Alabaama.
That's similar to my impressions when I drove 2020 Cayenne's and compared to GLE53. The Cayenne was a wimp without 21" wheels, and the ride was harsh until the suspension warmed up. That surprised me, because one of the things I likes about my '15 Cayenne was the supple-but-responsive suspension. I did notice the lighter construction of the new version. Your Coupe is probably a more direct comparison to the Cayenne - size and weight.
For me, the GLE450 SUV (current, thinking about a AMG53 SUV, need the space) was surprisingly close to the new Cayenne and I agree about the interior and especially the controls. The 450 is definitely a larger car but surprisingly nimble. E-ABC is a part of it.
My initial impressions from several months ago agree with yours as a real owner (congrats). Thanks.
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