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Porsche Cayenne

Mid-size luxury crossover SUV

Porsche Cayenne

Mid-size luxury crossover SUV

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namePorsche Cayenne
imagePorsche_Cayenne_(III,_Facelift)_–_f_01012025.jpg
manufacturerPorsche
productionAugust 2002 – present
model_years2003–present
classLuxury crossover SUV
layoutFront-engine, four-wheel-drive
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The Porsche Cayenne is a series of automobiles manufactured by the German company Porsche since 2002. It is a luxury crossover SUV, and has been described as both a full-sized and a mid-sized vehicle. The first generation was known within Porsche as the Type 9PA (955/957) or E1. It was the first V8-engined vehicle built by Porsche since 1995, when the Porsche 928 was discontinued. It is also Porsche's first off-road variant vehicle since its Super and Junior tractors of the 1950s, as well as the first production Porsche with four doors. Since 2014, the Cayenne has been sold alongside a smaller Porsche SUV, the Macan.

The second-generation Cayenne (Type 92A or E2) was unveiled at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show in March. The Cayenne shares its platform, body frame, doors, and electronics with the Volkswagen Touareg and Audi Q7, and to some extent with the Lamborghini Urus and Bentley Bentayga. It received a facelift in 2014 with minor external changes, and introduced a new plug-in E-Hybrid version with its public launch at the Paris Motor Show. Since 2008, all engines have featured direct injection technology. The third generation (Type 9YA or E3) was unveiled in 2017 in the German city of Stuttgart.

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First generation (E1 9PA; 2002)

Germany: Leipzig (Porsche Leipzig GmbH: interior, finishing, inspection) | Steve Murkett | Michael Mauer (facelift) Audi Q7 Ruf Dakara 955 Turbo: 4786 mm 957 Cayenne: 4798 mm 957 GTS and Turbo: 4795 mm 957 GTS/Turbo S: 1957 mm 957 GTS: 1675 mm 957 Turbo: 1696 mm | Petrol: | 3.2 L EA390 VR6 | 3.6 L EA390 VR6 | 4.5 L M4800 V8 (S) | 4.5 L M4850 TT V8 (Turbo/Turbo S) | 4.8 L M4801 V8 (S/GTS) | 4.8 L M4851 TT V8 (Turbo/Turbo S) | Diesel: | 3.0 L CNR/CRC/CVV turbodiesel V6 6-speed manual (V6 Base model and GTS only)

The original Porsche Cayenne entered into the global market to a mixed reception, but it proved itself to have excellent performance for an SUV and had comparably good handling as well as powerful engines. The lineup initially consisted of the V8-powered Cayenne S and Cayenne Turbo. Later in the model cycle, VR6 and diesel-powered versions joined the lineup. In the eight model years of the E1 generation, a total of 276,652 units were produced. The name Cayenne was coined by Manfred Gotta.

The base model Cayenne is powered by a 3.2-L VR6 engine producing 250 PS. The intake manifold is unique to Porsche, but otherwise the engine is largely the same as the VW engine. Acceleration from 0–100 km/h is 9.1 seconds with the manual transmission and 9.7 seconds with the Tiptronic S. File:Porsche Cayenne Turbo rear 20080527.jpg|Rear view (Face-lifted 9PA Cayenne Turbo) File:Porsche Cayenne 3.2 V6 - Flickr - The Car Spy (10).jpg| E1 Cayenne Interior

Rear view 9PA Cayenne GTS

Cayenne S

The S in the 955 pre-facelift 9PA is powered by a 4.5L V8 engine with a wet-sump lubrication system and variable valve timing. It produces 335 hp and 310 lbft of torque. Acceleration from 0–60 mph takes 6.9 seconds and the top speed is 150 mph.

Introduced only for 2006 (as a pre-GTS concept), the Cayenne S Titanium Edition was a one-year exclusive, limited production SUV featuring a lightweight steel body, featuring an aluminium hood (lighter than the one equipped on the Cayenne S), titanium-painted accented body parts, side lower rocker body panels, Sport-Quad Tip Exhaust chrome tailpipes, 19" titanium painted alloy wheels, bi-xenon headlights, two-tone interior upholstery, Porsche PCM 2.0 w/ trip computer navigation, MP3 audio and Bose cabin surround sound. Under the hood, improvements included sport-tuned suspension, an aerodynamic body package, low-range transfer case, locking differential and a 6-speed automatic Tiptronic S transmission. The Cayenne S Titanium Edition is powered by the same 4.5L V8 engine that powered the Cayenne S - still producing 335 hp and 310 lb.ft of torque. Acceleration is quicker than the regular Cayenne S from 0–60 mph at 6.2 seconds and the top speed is 150 mph.

In the updated 9PA chassis 957 Cayenne S introduced between 2008 and 2010, it featured a direct fuel injection (DFI) 4.8L V8 engine which produces 385 PS and 500 Nm of torque. It had a 0–100 km/h time of 6.6 seconds with a top speed of 250 km/h. The updated V8 engine featured VarioCam Plus which combine variable valve timing with two-stage valve lift on the inlet side.

Cayenne GTS

The E1 Gran-Turismo Sport (GTS) was only offered in the updated 9PA chassis between the year 2008 and 2010. It was the first Porsche of the modern era to feature the GTS abbreviation nameplate in its model designation. Its sporty chassis had been specially developed only for this model variant and it was powered with a performance tuned 405 PS 4.8 L V8. It also featured a lowered sport suspension, sports exhaust system and 21 in high performance wheels as standard. It was much lighter than a normal Cayenne and had an aerodynamic wide body kit standard from factory. The Porsche Cayenne GTS had a 0–100 km/h time of 6.1 seconds with a top speed of 253 km/h. A six-speed manual transmission was also offered in the GTS.

Cayenne Turbo and Turbo S

Pre-facelift 955 Cayenne Turbo

The first-generation 9PA Cayenne Turbo had 450 PS, and can accelerate from 0–100 km/h in 5.6 seconds. A Turbo S version was built in 2006 to compete with the Mercedes-Benz ML 63 AMG. The Cayenne Turbo and Turbo S include a low-range case, a locking differential, and height-adjustable, off-road suspension. The Turbo S is powered by a twin-turbocharged 4.5 L V8 that produces 521 PS and 720 Nm of torque; Acceleration from 0–60 mph takes 5.0 seconds and the top speed is 167 mph; It features a six-speed automatic Tiptronic S transmission.[[File:2007 Porsche Cayenne Turbo - Flickr - The Car Spy (25).jpg|thumb|Facelifted 957 Cayenne Turbo|190x190px]]In 2008 an updated 9PA Turbo model, featuring a larger direct fuel injection 4.8-L V8 engine, was revealed at the Beijing Auto Show. It produces 500 PS, and can accelerate from 0–60 mph in 4.9 seconds. Also revealed with the new Turbo, was a new 550 hp Turbo S model. Acceleration from 0–60 mph for that car takes 4.7 seconds and it can be had with optional ceramic composite brakes.

Cayenne Diesel

The original Cayenne Diesel was only available in the facelift 9PA chassis, powered by a 3.0-L V6 VW TDI engine, since February 2009. The engine is rated at 240 PS and 550 Nm of torque. The car was unveiled at the 2009 Geneva Motor Show. The diesel can accelerate from 0–60 mph in 8.2 seconds.

Cayenne S Transsyberia

The Cayenne S Transsyberia was originally a racing vehicle designed for the Transsyberia rally, in which only 285 were built.

The street version was later built to commemorate Porsche's victory in the Transsyberia rally. It is only available in the 9PA chassis with the 405 hp direct-inject 4.8-L V8 from the Cayenne GTS. Sales began in January 2009, with a targeted production run of 600 road vehicles worldwide (285 for North America), but far fewer were actually built (102 for USA, 17 for Canada including 3 which were 6 speed manual).

Cayenne GTS Porsche Design Edition 3 (2010)

In May 2009, a limited edition version based on the Cayenne GTS was introduced, designed by Porsche Design Studio and included a Porsche Design chronograph Type P'6612. Production was limited to 1000 units worldwide.

Cayenne Concepts

In April 2022, Porsche unveiled a concept open-top Cayenne for the first time to the public as a part of the 20th anniversary of the Porsche Cayenne. The Cayenne was proving successful, so in December 2002 Porsche designers wanted to assess the viability of more Cayenne body styles. They came up 3 alternate body shapes: a coupe style SUV, a convertible SUV and a longer wheelbase 3 row SUV. Porsche designers decided to continue with the idea of a convertible SUV, creating a two-door, non-drivable (due to a lack of strengthening added to the chassis to prevent the car from buckling without a fixed roof) convertible Cayenne that had two alternate designs on the rear. Additionally, its doors were 20 cm longer than the standard Cayenne and it had a shorter A-Pillar than the standard model. Due to the concerns surrounding head room, boot space and rear design the idea was scrapped. However, the coupe style SUV lead to the modern Cayenne Coupe. Moreover, the idea of a longer wheelbase 3 row SUV likely led to the large Porsche SUV which is currently in the prototype stages.

Engines

ModelProduction periodEnginePower (PS, torque) at rpm
Cayenne2004–20073189 cc VR6250 PS at 6,000, 310 Nm at 2,500
Cayenne2007–20103598 cc VR6290 PS at 6,200, 385 Nm at 3,000
Cayenne S2002–20074511 cc V8340 PS at 6,000, 420 Nm at 2,500
Cayenne S Titanium Edition2006–20074511 cc V8344.7 PS at 6,000, 420 Nm at 2,500
Cayenne S2007–20104806 cc V8385 PS at 6,200, 500 Nm at 3,500
Cayenne S Transsyberia2009–20104806 cc V8405 PS at 6,500, 500 Nm at 3,500
Cayenne GTS2008–20104806 cc V8411 PS at 6,500, 500 Nm at 3,500
Cayenne GTS Porsche Design Edition 32009–20104806 cc V8411 PS at 6,500, 500 Nm at 3,500
Cayenne Turbo2002–20074511 cc twin turbo V8450 PS at 6,000, 620 Nm at 2,250
Cayenne Turbo2008–20104806 cc twin turbo V8500 PS at 6,000, 700 Nm at 4,500
Cayenne Turbo S2006–20074511 cc twin turbo V8521 PS at 5,500, 720 Nm at 2,750
Cayenne Turbo S2008–20104806 cc twin turbo V8550 PS at 6,000, 750 Nm at 2,250
Cayenne Diesel2009–20102967 cc turbo V6240 PS at 4,000, 550 Nm at 2,000

{{anchor|E2|Mk2|second|92A}} Second generation (E2 92A; 2010)

Germany: Leipzig (Porsche Leipzig GmbH: interior, finishing, inspection) Germany: Osnabrück (Volkswagen Osnabrück Plant: interior, finishing, inspection; 2015–2017) | Volkswagen Touareg | Audi Q7 | Petrol: | 3.0 L EA837 V6 supercharged | 3.6 L EA390 VR6 | 4.8 L M4801 V8 | 4.8 L M4851 V8 twin-turbo | Petrol hybrid: | 3.0 L EA837 V6 supercharged | Petrol plug-in hybrid: | 3.0 L EA837 V6 supercharged (E-Hybrid) | Diesel: | 3.0 L CNR/CRC/CVV V6 turbo diesel | 4.2 L CUD V8 twin-turbo diesel 6-speed manual (2011-2014 V6 Base model only) 61 kW 1NM AC synchronous (Cayenne S E-Hybrid) | Power-split hybrid (Cayenne S hybrid) | Plug-in hybrid (Cayenne S E-Hybrid) | Nickel-metal hydride (Cayenne S hybrid) | Lithium-ion (Cayenne S E-Hybrid) The second-generation Porsche Cayenne 92A went on sale in April–May 2010 as a 2011 model, with an official debut at the 2010 Geneva Motor Show. In preparation for the unveiling, the Cayenne production facility in Leipzig, Germany, closed in December 2009 to commence factory retooling for the new model, a process that took two to three months.

Porsche Cayenne (Germany; pre-facelift)

The 92A Porsche Cayenne was slightly larger than its predecessors, but featured a more slanted rear window, less upright windshield, a more sloping roofline, door-mounted mirrors, smaller windows at the rear of the vehicle, headlights inspired by the Carrera GT, taillights that extend onto the car's tailgate, LED daytime running lights and a vastly redesigned interior much like the Panamera. The 2011 Cayenne is almost 250 kg lighter than the previous models due to removing the low-range transfer case making it slightly more fuel efficient than the previous lineup. More use of aluminium and magnesium also helped shave weight. Despite its lower stance, the new vehicle's off-road capabilities have been retained without compromising the street performance-oriented layout and design. In addition to a diesel offering, a hybrid version is available. Model year 2013–2016 diesel Porsche Cayennes are included in the Volkswagen emissions scandal.

Standard features of the 92A Porsche Cayenne included automatic air conditioning with dual-zone climate controls, interior air filter, tilt/telescopic leather-wrapped steering wheel with radio controls, cruise control, leather upholstery, eight-way power front seats, outside-temperature indicator, and universal garage door opener in the base model. The Cayenne S adds a power sunroof and memory for the driver's seat. The Cayenne GTS added an optional rearview camera, keyless access and start, and memory system. Finally, the most upscale Cayenne Turbo and Turbo S added a navigation system with voice recognition, optional four-zone climate controls, heated rear seats, premium sound system with six-disc CD changer.

The E2 Cayenne was powered by a 3.6-L VR6 engine producing 300 PS, the Cayenne S features the same 4.8-L V8 in the Panamera S models producing 400 PS and the Cayenne Turbo comes with Panamera Turbo's 4.8 L twin turbo V8 producing 500 PS. The Cayenne S Hybrid uses an Audi-sourced 3.0-L V6 engine producing 333 PS, paired with a nickel metal hydride battery capable of 47 PS, for a total of 380 PS. A six-speed manual gearbox serves as the standard transmission system on the base Cayenne to 2014, with all other models featuring an eight-speed automatic (Tiptronic S) as standard equipment. The low-range transfer case found in the previous generation has been removed. All vehicles will feature about 10% less weight than their predecessors, 70 kg worth of standard equipment in excess of that found on the current model and a more heavily contoured rear bench.

Available Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control (PDCC) active anti-roll bars, Adaptive air suspension and Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM).

In September 2012 Porsche announced the Cayenne S Diesel. This model is fitted with the Audi 4.2 V8 TDI engine. In October 2012, Porsche confirmed the addition of a new Cayenne Turbo S.

In July 2014, Porsche launched a facelifted Cayenne range, with minor exterior alterations and new power-train options, including a plug-in E-Hybrid and downsizing of the S model's 4.8-L V8 to a turbocharged 3.6-L V6.

File:2015 Porsche Cayenne V6 Diesel Triptonic S 3.0 Front.jpg|Porsche Cayenne V6 Diesel (UK; facelift) File:2015 Porsche Cayenne V6 Diesel Triptonic S 3.0 Rear.jpg|Porsche Cayenne V6 Diesel (UK; facelift)

Hybrid

hybrid drivetrain

At the IAA 2005, Porsche announced it would produce a hybrid version of the Cayenne before 2010 (Porsche Cayenne Hybrid). Two years later, at the IAA 2007, Porsche presented a functioning Cayenne Hybrid and demonstration model of the drivetrain.

Notable modifications to this car include an electric vacuum pump and hydraulic steering pump, allowing the car to function even when the engine is deactivated. A 288-volt nickel metal hydride battery is placed under the boot floor, occupying the space normally used for a spare tire.

The production version, called the 'S' Hybrid, was launched in 2010, with a 3.0-L petrol V6 linked with an electric motor to achieve emissions of 193 g/km. The S Hybrid was launched in the U.S. market in November 2010.

Plug-in hybrid

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;EPA fuel economy ratings The following are the official EPA ratings of the Cayenne S E-Hybrid compared with the others models of the 2015 line up available in the U.S.:

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yearrowspan="2"Operating
mode
(AER)colspan="3"EPA fuel economy ratingsCombinedCityHighway
Porsche Cayenne S E-Hybrid2015
Petrol only22 mpg
Porsche Cayenne Diesel2015
Porsche Cayenne S2015
Porsche Cayenne Turbo2015

Engines

ModelProduction periodEnginePower (PS, torque) at rpmEmissions
Cayenne2010–20143598 cc VR6300 PS at 6,300, 400 Nm at 3,000236 g/km
Cayenne2014–20183598 cc VR6300 PS at 6,300, 400 Nm at 3,000215 g/km
Cayenne S2010–20144806 cc V8400 PS at 6,000, 500 Nm at 3,500245 g/km
Cayenne S2015–20183604 cc twin turbo V6420 PS at 6,000, 500 Nm at 1,350223 g/km
Cayenne S Hybrid2010–20142995 cc supercharged V6 + electric motor380 PS at 5,600, 580 Nm at 1,000193 g/km
Cayenne S E-Hybrid2014–20182995 cc supercharged V6 PHEV416 PS at 5,500, 590 Nm at 3,00079 g/km
Cayenne GTS2010–20144806 cc V8420 PS at 6,500, 515 Nm at 3,500251 g/km
Cayenne GTS2015–20183604 cc twin turbo V6440 PS at 6,000, 600 Nm at 1,600228 g/km
Cayenne Turbo2010–20144806 cc twin turbo V8500 PS at 6,000, 700 Nm at 2,250270 g/km
Cayenne Turbo2014–20184806 cc twin turbo V8520 PS at 6,000, 750 Nm at 2,250261 g/km
Cayenne Turbo S2010–20144806 cc twin turbo V8550 PS at 6,000, 750 Nm at 2,250270 g/km
Cayenne Turbo S2015–20184806 cc twin turbo V8570 PS at 6,000, 800 Nm at 2,500267 g/km
Cayenne Diesel2010–20112967 cc turbo V6240 PS at 4,000, 550 Nm at 2,000195 g/km
Cayenne Diesel2011–20142967 cc turbo V6245 PS at 4,000, 550 Nm at 1,750189 g/km
Cayenne Diesel2014–20182967 cc turbo V6262 PS at 4,000, 580 Nm at 1,750173 g/km
Cayenne S Diesel2014–20184134 cc twin turbo v8385 PS at 3,750, 850 Nm at 2,000209 g/km

Guinness World Record

On 1 May 2017, a 2017 Porsche Cayenne S Diesel set the Guinness World Record for heaviest aircraft pulled by a production car. The Cayenne towed a 265-ton Air France Airbus A380 to a distance of 42 meters, breaking the previous 2013 record of a Nissan Patrol towing a 170-ton Ilyushin Il-76 to a distance of 50 meters. After the attempt Porsche repeated the test using a petrol-powered Cayenne Turbo S with 800 Nm of torque, 50 Nm less than the S Diesel, in an effort to prove the Cayenne's remarkable ability.

{{anchor|E3|Mk3|third|9Y}} Third generation (E3 9YA/9YB; 2017)

| Slovakia: Bratislava (Volkswagen Bratislava Plant) | Malaysia: Kulim, Kedah (Sime Darby: 2022–present, for 3.0-litre only) | Petrol: | 2.9 L EA839TT V6 twin-turbo | 3.0 L EA839T V6 turbo | 4.0 L EA825TT V8 twin-turbo | Petrol plug-in hybrid: | 3.0 L EA839 V6 turbo | 4.0 L EA825 V8 twin-turbo | 14.1 kWh lithium-ion (2018–2020) | 17.9 kWh lithium-ion (2021–2022) | 25.9 kWh lithium-ion (2023–present) | 5-door SUV (9Y0) | 5-door coupé SUV (9Y3 Coupe) | Volkswagen Touareg Mk3 | Audi Q7 Mk2 | Audi Q8 | Bentley Bentayga | Lamborghini Urus | 4918 – | 4931 – (Coupé) | 1673 – | 1636 – (Coupé) The third-generation Porsche Cayenne was revealed on August 29, 2017, set to be put on sale in 2019. It is built on the Volkswagen Group MLB platform shared with several other luxury crossover SUVs produced by Volkswagen Group, including the Volkswagen Touareg, Audi Q7, Audi Q8, Bentley Bentayga, and Lamborghini Urus.

For this generation, the Cayenne no longer shares the door design with the Volkswagen Touareg. According to Stephan Lenschow, the Cayenne body product manager, this allows Porsche to give the Cayenne a more 'coke bottle' design. The Cayenne also received a redesigned front end with larger air intakes, more prominent creases along the bonnet, and a lower roofline to align its styling with the Porsche 911.

The wheelbase remains unchanged from the previous generation, but Porsche increased the Cayenne's overall length slightly by about 63 mm. The height is slightly lowered by 9 mm and the coefficient of drag is rated at 0.35.

Despite a small increase in length, the third-generation Cayenne is lighter by around 65 kg, depending on the configuration, due to the use of a lighter chassis. Aluminium is used extensively throughout the vehicle, including in the doors, roof, hood, rear hatch, as well as its body in white. The ratio of aluminium to high-strength steel is roughly 50-50, according to Lenschow. A lighter lithium-ion polymer starter battery that saves 10 kg also contributes to its weight distribution, which in base configuration is nearly balanced with approximately 55 percent front and 45 percent rear.

All engine options of the third-generation Cayenne are turbocharged, while diesel engines are no longer offered. All Cayenne models in this generation are equipped with an updated eight-speed "Tiptronic S" transmission that is claimed to provide quicker shifts than before.

Porsche offers optional Porsche Surface Coated Brakes (PSCB), which consist of a cast-iron disc with 70 micrometers of tungsten-carbide coating. According to Karl Heess, Porsche director for product line SUV, PSCB reduce brake dust by as much as 50 percent over conventional iron brake discs), and extend the life of the disc by up to 35 percent. It is more expensive than iron discs while still being 50 percent less expensive than the ceramic brake option. Other innovations in this generation include staggered (different width) front and rear tires, and optional rear-axle steering to reduce the turning radius.

In the first quarter of 2022, Porsche sales declined by 5%, but the Cayenne remained the manufacturer's best-selling car.

File:2018 Porsche Cayenne V8 Turbo Tiptronic 4.0 Rear.jpg|Rear (Cayenne Turbo) File:2018 Porsche Cayenne S Interior.jpg|Interior (Cayenne S)

Cayenne Coupé

A model with a more rakish roofline dubbed the Cayenne Coupé became available in 2019. It was revealed during the Shanghai Auto Show in April 2019. At launch, there were two sub-models, the Cayenne Coupé and Cayenne Turbo Coupé.

The Cayenne Coupé is extensively reworked from the standard model, featuring a shallower front windshield and narrower A-pillar. The roof is lowered by 20 mm, while new rear door panels and updated fenders extended the vehicle width by 18 mm. The drag coefficient is rated at 0.34, which is 0.1 lower than the regular model. Every Cayenne Coupé is equipped with standard 2.16 sqm fixed-glass panoramic roof, while an optional contoured carbon roof is also available as an option.

File:2019 Porsche Cayenne V8 Turbo Automatic Coupe 4.0 Front.jpg|Cayenne Turbo Coupé File:2019 Porsche Cayenne V8 Turbo Automatic Coupe 4.0.jpg|Rear view

Variants

At its introduction in August 2017, Porsche released two versions of the third-generation Cayenne, which are base and Cayenne S. The Cayenne Turbo was released a month later. The Cayenne S used the EA839 2.9-litre twin turbo V6 engine, with larger brake rotors and calipers compared with the base model.

Cayenne Turbo

In September 2017, Porsche added the Cayenne Turbo to the line-up. Introduced at the Frankfurt Motor Show, the Cayenne Turbo is powered with a twin-turbocharged 4.0-litre V8 rated at 549 PS and 770 Nm of torque. Porsche claimed a 0-100 km/h acceleration figure of 4.1 seconds, or 3.9 seconds with the Sport Chrono package, and a top speed of 285 km/h. Porsche Surface Coated Brakes (PSCB) are standard equipment.

Cayenne E-Hybrid

In May 2018, Porsche introduced the Cayenne E-Hybrid. Sharing the same plug-in hybrid system with the Panamera 4 E-Hybrid, the variant uses a 3.0-litre V6 petrol engine with an eight-speed Tiptronic S automatic gearbox rated at 462 PS and 700 Nm of torque. Porsche claims a 0-100 km/h time of 5.0 seconds and top speed of 252 km/h. The all-electric range is rated by Porsche at 43 km. It takes 7.8 hours to fully charge the 14.1 kWh battery with a 230-volt connection, or 2.3 hours if an optional 7.2 kW on-board charger is fitted.

Cayenne Turbo S E-Hybrid

In August 2019, the Cayenne Turbo S E-Hybrid was released for both regular and Coupé body styles. A plug-in hybrid model, it uses a twin-turbocharged 4.0-litre V8 petrol engine rated at 550 PS and a 136 PS electric motor for a combined total of 680 PS and 900 Nm of torque. A 14.1-kWh lithium-ion battery is used, and was said to offer 30 percent more capacity than the battery used in previous generation plug-in hybrid Cayenne models. Charging time is quoted at 2.4 hours when connected to a 240-volt, 50-amp source. Porsche claimed a 0-100 km/h acceleration figure of 3.6 seconds with a top speed of 295 km/h. Porsche Ceramic Composite Brakes (PCCB), Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control (PDCC), Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus (PTV+), and Sport Chrono Package are standard equipment for the model.

Cayenne GTS

In June 2020, Porsche introduced the Cayenne GTS and Cayenne GTS Coupé for the 2021 model year, after a two-year hiatus. It is powered by a twin-turbocharged 4.0-litre V8 shared with the Panamera GTS, which is rated at 460 PS and 620 Nm of torque. The new models are capable of reaching 100 km/h in 4.8 seconds or 4.5 seconds using Performance Start, which is included in the optional Sport Chrono Package (standard on Coupé). Sport Design package, 21-inch RS Spyder Design wheels, and Sport Exhaust are included as standard equipment.

After another one-year hiatus, Porsche reintroduced the GTS trim for the 2025 model year. Both coupe and SUV body styles are available, powered by a 4.0 liter twin turbo V8 producing 493 hp, enabling 0–60 mph accleration in 4.2 seconds. Coupe and SUV models come standard with Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus and the exterior SportDesign package. https://newsroom.porsche.com/en_US/2024/products/The_2025_Cayenne_GTS_models.html

File:Porsche Cayenne (PO536) GTS IMG 3952.jpg|Cayenne GTS File:Porsche Cayenne (PO536) GTS IMG 3953.jpg|Rear view

Cayenne Turbo GT

Cayenne Turbo GT

In June 2021, Porsche introduced the Cayenne Turbo GT version. Based on the Cayenne Coupé, it uses a 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 engine which Porsche claims to produce 640 PS and claimed 0-100 km/h acceleration time in 3.3 seconds. It is equipped with 22-inch wheels with Pirelli P Zero Corsa tyres. Ride height is lowered by 18 mm, while overall vehicle height is 30 mm lower.

2023 facelift

In April 2023, the Cayenne was given a mid-cycle refresh for the 2024 model year. Notable changes include a new dashboard layout, similar to that of the Taycan, a fully digital 12.6-inch gauge cluster, and minor exterior restyling modifications for the hood, headlights, bumpers, fenders, and trunk.

Matrix LED headlamps became standard equipment across the range, while HD Matrix LED units are optional. The HD Matrix LED features two high-definition modules and more than 32 000 pixels per headlamp, and the pixel accuracy of the headlamp units enables the selective blocking out of parts of the high beam.

The powertrains were also upgraded, with the base 3.0-litre V6 engine power output increasing by 10 kW and 50 Nm of torque to produce 260 kW and 500 Nm. The Cayenne S gained a V8 engine which it lost since the release of the third-generation Cayenne. It is a 4.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine that produces 350 kW and 600 Nm of torque, representing an increase of output of 25 kW and 50 Nm over the previous Cayenne S that is powered by a 2.9 dm3 twin-turbocharged petrol V6.

The electric motor from the E-Hybrid plug-in hybrid variant was increased from 100 to, and the battery increased to 93 MJ, up from 64.5 MJ previously, offering a pure electric driving range of up to 90 km on the WLTP test cycle.

Revisions to the chassis for this refreshed model included revised dampers with two-valve technology for separate compression and rebound sections, which Porsche claimed will help offer a wider range of performance between ride comfort and handling.

Porsche has announced its new 2024 Cayenne S E-Hybrid, the third plug-in hybrid (PHEV) model in its largest-SUV lineup. The new model slots between the Cayenne E-Hybrid and the Turbo E-Hybrid. The new S E-Hybrid uses a turbocharged 3.0L V6 engine that makes 348 horsepower on its own, and a combined output of 512 horsepower with its electric motor, along with 553 lb-ft of torque.

File:2023 Porsche Cayenne Coupé IAA 2023 1X7A0021.jpg|2024 Porsche Cayenne Coupé File:2023 Porsche Cayenne S IAA 2023 1X7A0025.jpg|2024 Porsche Cayenne S File:2023 Porsche Cayenne Coupé S Motorworld Munich 1X7A0074.jpg|2024 Porsche Cayenne Coupé S File:2023 Porsche Cayenne e-Hybrid.jpg|2024 Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid File:Porsche PO536 Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid IAA 2023 1X7A0537.jpg|2024 Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid File:Porsche Cayenne IV Turbo GT 002.jpg|2024 Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT

Powertrain

SC = With Sport Chrono Package

ModelProductionEnginePower at rpmemissionsAcceleration 0-100 km/h
Cayenne2018–20232995 cc turbo V6340 PS at 5,300-6,400, 450 Nm at 1,340 - 5,300265 g/km6.2 seconds
Cayenne (facelift)2023–present2995 cc turbo V6353 PS at 5,400-6,400, 500 Nm at 1,450 - 4,5006.0 seconds
Cayenne E-Hybrid2018–20232995 cc turbo V6 PHEV462 PS at 5,300-6,400, 700 Nm at 1,340 - 5,30088 g/km5.0 seconds
Cayenne E-Hybrid2023–present2995 cc turbo V6 PHEV470 PS at 5,400-6,400, 650 Nm at 1,400 - 4,8004.9 seconds
Cayenne S2018–20232894 cc twin turbo V6440 PS at 5,700-6,600, 549 Nm at 1,800 - 5,500267 g/km4.9 seconds
Cayenne S (facelift)2023–present3996 cc twin turbo V8475 PS at 6000, 600 Nm at 2,000 - 5,0005.0 seconds
Cayenne S E-Hybrid (facelift)2023–present2995 cc turbo V6 PHEV519 PS at 5,000 - 6,500, 750 Nm at 1,450 - 4,5004.7 seconds
Cayenne GTS2020–20233996 cc twin turbo V8460 PS at 6,000 - 6,500, 620 Nm at 1,800 - 4,500301 g/km4.8 seconds
Cayenne GTS (facelift)2024–present3996 cc twin turbo V8500 PS, 660 Nm303 g/km4.7 seconds
Cayenne Turbo2018–20233996 cc twin turbo V8549 PS at 5,750 - 6,000, 770 Nm at 2,000 - 4,500309 g/km4.1 seconds
Cayenne Turbo S E-Hybrid2019–20233996 cc twin turbo V8 PHEV680 PS at 5,750 - 6,000, 900 Nm at 2,100 - 4,500110 g/km3.6 seconds
Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid (facelift)2023–present3996 cc twin turbo V8 PHEV739 PS at 5,750 - 6,000, 950 Nm at 1,400 - 5,500111 g/kmSC: 3.5 seconds
Cayenne Turbo GT2021–20233996 cc twin turbo V8640 PS, 850 Nm271 g/km3.3 seconds
Cayenne Turbo GT (facelift)2023–present3996 cc twin turbo V8659 PS, 850 Nm3.1 seconds

Safety

Records

In June 2021, a Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT lapped 7:38:925 at Nürburgring Nordschleife. The car was driven by test driver Lars Kern.

{{anchor|E4|fourth}} Fourth generation (E4; 2026)

The fourth-generation Cayenne was officially unveiled and launched on 19 November 2025, exclusively with a battery-electric powertrain as the Cayenne Electric. Orders started immediately. A fourth-generation internal combustion engine Cayenne has not been confirmed, though Porsche has announced that they will introduce another upgrade to the third-generation model, which is technically unrelated.

File:Porsche Cayenne Electric IAA 2025 DSC 1834.jpg|Rear (Cayenne Electric Prototype) lt comes with a 14.25-inch OLED instrument display and a curved central 12.25-inch OLED infotainment screen known as the "flow display", with support for Android Auto or Apple CarPlay. It is supplemented by an optional 14.9-inch passenger display and an optional augmented 3D heads-up display.

It has a functionally integrated 113 kWh battery pack (108 kWh net) composed of six modules bolted to the chassis. Energy density increases by ~7% over the Taycan sedan. Each module hosts four packs, with eight pouch cells connected in series. The pack can charge at up to 400 kW, going from 10 to 80 percent in as few as 16 minutes. It supports both NACS and J1772 chargers. It offers 11 kW inductive home charging.

The cooling system uses 15% less energy, and the predictive thermal management system conditions the battery during driving and charging. Curb weight is in excess of 5,500 lbs (2.5 tonnes).

The dual-motor Turbo model will boast more torque and power output than any other regular-series production Porsche, with over 804 hp (600 kW) with 10-second surge power over 938 hp (700 kW) and launch control, at 1,072 hp (800 kW). The motor directly cools the stator with non-conductive oil and uses silicon carbide inverters, achieving motor efficiency to 98 percent. Regenerative braking can reach 600 kW, supporting over 0.5 Gs of deceleration.

Safety

Mechanical issues

The Porsche Cayenne is known for some mechanical issues. This includes the failure of the centre drive shaft carrier bearing. Cayenne engines using Lokasil or Alusil engine blocks, with exception of the VW-based VR6 six-cylinder engine which has a cast iron block, can suffer from cylinder bore scoring as well. Early V8 Cayenne models came equipped with plastic coolant pipes that would crack and fail, possibly causing the engine to overheat. Subsequent Cayenne S and Turbo engines were fitted with upgraded aluminum coolant pipes to rectify this issue. 92A Cayenne models except Hybrid and V6 Diesel suffer with transfer case problems, and Porsche issued a 10-year warranty on pre-facelift 92A (2011–2014) and a 7-year warranty on post-facelift 92A (2015–2018) models, both with unlimited mileage.

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