X5 v Cayenne

[Snatch1]

In the interests of balance I thought I should also post this here as I asked the question in the Porsche forum.

Looking to update my 2012 E70 X5 (my 3rd X5). Am looking at 2014/15 F15 X5, budget is £35 - 40K. Have had a quick look at Cayenne's and my budget would get me a 2013/14 3.0D.

Wondering if anyone here has had a Cayenne or chosen the X5 over the Cayenne and why

[tjlees]

I driven a few loaner cayennes. They feel very big and the Diesel engine relatively sluggish, but handling, fit and finish are very good for an SUV.

Drive both, but I'd very suprised if you don't choose the X5 given the Diesel engine is much better, and the handling, fit and finish are almost as good.

Ho and the cayenne is really really ugly IMHO

[Eddieslofart]

Cayenne fan here, who has a 2012 X5.

I would need at least the V8 derv or Hybrid version.

Ideally the Turbo S.