Performance-oriented luxury SUVs are the more popular options these days, but with many excellent options out there, which is the right model for you?
Two of the favorite options in the popular performance-based luxury SUVs are the 2022 Porsche Cayenne and the 2022 Maserati Levante. While the Italian Maserati Levante is relatively new to this sector, the German Porsche Cayenne has been around for up to a decade. However, with each passing year, Porsche is always trying to refine the Cayenne.
Today, the Cayenne and the Levante are the leading choices for shoppers looking to lease SUVs that blend the conventional SUV capabilities with a more athletic feel. So, is leasing the 2022 Porsche Cayenne better than leasing the 2022 Maserati Levante? What is the best luxury sporty to lease today?
To help you make the best decision, here’s all you need to know before deciding to lease either the 2022 Cayenne or the 2022 Levante.
What’s New?
After the Porsche brand introduced the Cayenne back in 2002, the idea of a sporty family SUV was so controversial that some sect of shoppers so much looked down on leasing the Cayenne. Today, sporty family SUVs are the thing, and the Porsche Cayenne is one of the most sought-after SUVs.
Porsche introduced the third generation of the Cayenne in 2018. For the 2022 model year, the new Porsche Cayenne remains part of the third generation of Porsche. The Cayenne carries over to the 2022 model year with no significant changes. The only notable change in the 2022 Cayenne is the infotainment system. The new revised Cayenne’s sixth-generation infotainment system features Android Auto compatibility, improved voice recognition software, and wireless Apple CarPlay—all part of the latest generation of Porsche Communication Management (PCM). Porsche also says that it has improved the navigation system of the new Cayenne, offering more improved clarity and quicker route processing. In the Coupe body style, Porsche has introduced the Turbo GT trim level with 631-horsepower.
The Levante is the Italian automaker’s first SUV and the most controversial Maserati model. The Levante was first introduced in 2017, and in 2021, it got a face-lift. For 2022, the Levante lineup receives a major overhaul across the trim levels. While the changes in the trim features are minor, Maserati has given the Levante’s trim levels new names.
The formerly GranLusso, GranSport, and GTS models now make way for three new trim levels that start with the luxury-oriented GT models with a 350-hp 3.0-liter twin-turbo V6 engine. Higher up the level is the sportier Modena with a more powerful 430-hp V6. There’s also a Modena S model with 550-hp twin-turbo V8. Finally, the last trim level is the high-performance Trofeo with a 580-hp version of the Modena S’ twin-turbo V8. All of these new models bear the new restyled Maserati trident.
Engine And Transmission
The 2022 Porsche Cayenne and the 2022 Maserati Levante are exceptional responsive sporty family midsize luxury SUVs. They both come standard with an all-wheel-drive system that sends power through an eight-speed automatic transmission. However, if you want something with more horsepower and torque, you should consider going with the 2022 Maserati Levante lease deal.
The 2022 Cayenne comes standard with a 3.0-liter turbo V6 with 335 hp and 332 lb-ft. Moving up to the Cayenne S gives you a 2.9-liter twin-turbo V6 with 434 hp and 405 lb-ft. For more power and breathtaking acceleration, you should go for the Cayenne GTS with a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 that delivers 453 hp and 457 lb-ft. Shoppers who appreciate the blend of power and efficiency will always lease the 2022 Cayenne E-hybrid with a turbocharged V6 and an electric motor that pairs to give 455 hp and 516 lb-ft. All 2022 Cayenne engines are mated to an eight-speed automatic that sends power to all four wheels.
For the 2022 Levante with turbocharged Ferrari-built engines, the base 2022 Levante GT is powered by a 3.0-liter twin-turbo V6 with 350 hp/369 lb-ft. Higher up the trim is the Levante Modena with a 3.0-liter twin-turbo V6 that generates 430 hp/428 lb-ft and 550 hp/538 lb-ft in the Modena S. finally, is the high-performance Trofeo with a 3.8-liter twin-turbo V8 that generates 580 hp and 538 lb-ft torque. All 2022 Levante powertrains are hooked to an eight-speed automatic transmission and standard AWD.
Handling And Performance
Although the Levante is a bit more powerful, the 2022 Cayenne is one of the few luxury midsize SUVs that can outperform the 2022 Levante. While both luxury SUVs afford peppy acceleration and ample power, the Cayenne offers a more precise handling and a more comfortable ride.
Fuel Economy
In the luxury midsize SUV class, cars like the 2022 Cayenne and 2022 Levante offers similar fuel economy. However, if you want something slightly more efficient, the 2022 Porsche Cayenne lease deal will hand you just that.
The Cayenne is a bit more efficient than these two luxury SUVs. While the Cayenne base model earns an EPA estimated 19/23 mpg city/highway, the Levante GT gets 16/22 mpg city/highway. Higher up the trim, the Cayenne S returns 18/22 mpg city/highway against the Levante Modena and Modena S with 16/22 mpg and 13/20 mpg city/highway, respectively. Finally, the 2022 Cayenne GTS returns 15/19 mpg against the Levante Trofeo with 13/20 mpg.
Interior
One of the distinguishing factors amongst most luxury SUVs is the interior. Inside, both the 2022 Cayenne and the 2022 Levante offer a spacious and comfy cabin outfitted with many desirable features.
Leasing the 2022 Porsche Cayenne offers you a nicer interior with more spacious and comfy seats. The Porsche also affords more cargo space than the Levante. However, the Levante offers more standard features that are otherwise optional in the Cayenne.
Cost
The 2022 Porsche Cayenne comes in at $69,000 MSRP for the base trim, while the 2022 Maserati Levante can be pricier, with a base price of $79,400 MSRP.
Regardless of your choice, both the 2022 Cayenne and the 2022 Levante offer a sporty luxury midsize SUV for the whole family. To lease any of these at unbelievable lease bargain, reach out to VIP Auto, 1204 Hylan Blvd, Staten Island, NY 10305 https://viplease.com/.
