2025 Porsche Cayenne

Overview

Just like the 911 sports car, the 2025 Porsche Cayenne SUV serves as the de facto benchmark for driving enjoyment in its respective segment. This mid-size, two-row luxury crossover is unnaturally light on its feet, with chassis tuning derived from over two decades of performance-SUV supremacy. Turbocharged V-6, twin-turbo V-8, and plug-in hybrid powertrains are available, creating a broad lineup of Cayenne variants. All are expressly athletic, with delicate handling that's a rarity in the SUV marketplace. The Cayenne is also surprisingly easy to live with as a daily driver, with a comfortable cabin, a generously sized cargo bay, and plentiful luxury and tech features. Excellence doesn't come cheap, though, and to outfit a Cayenne with the most desirable features adds big numbers to the bottom line. Those in the know understand that you get what you pay for though, and the Cayenne is certainly worth the investment. For even higher performance (bordering on insanity) in a Porsche SUV, consider the 650-hp Cayenne Coupe Turbo GT or the 729-hp Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid, both of which we review separately.

Where This Vehicle Ranks

#2 in Best Mid-Size Luxury SUVs

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Genesis GV80

STARTING AT: $59,000

2

Porsche Cayenne

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3

BMW X5

STARTING AT: $66,875

4

Volvo XC90

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5

Lexus GX

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BMW X6

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What's New for 2025?

A 493-hp GTS model joins the Cayenne lineup for 2025. This racier variant uses the same twin-turbo 4.0-liter V-8 as the Cayenne S but gets a 25-hp power boost. It also inherits some performance-enhancing features from the outrageous Turbo GT model (reviewed separately), including a water-cooled all-wheel drive system and some suspension components designed to improve steering response. The GTS comes standard with the Sport Design package, which adds black exterior trim, dark bronze exhaust tips, and black wheels. Interior flourishes, including GTS logos on the headrest, are also included.

Pricing and Which One to Buy

We're very fond of the entry-level Cayenne, which comes standard with a 12.3-inch touchscreen, a 10-speaker stereo, and a Wi-Fi hotspot—among other popular equipment—and our preferred configuration would expand upon that with thoughtful options. We'd add the Premium package that includes ambient interior lighting, adaptive cruise control, a more powerful Bose surround-sound system, heated front and rear seats, and a panoramic sunroof. We'd also optimize its on-road performance and off-road capabilities with the Sport Chrono package (expanded drive modes and launch control), the Off-Road package (extra underbody protection and additional displays), and the adaptive air suspension.

Engine, Transmission, and Performance

Porsche will let you spec the Cayenne in several ways, starting with a turbocharged 3.0-liter V-6 that makes 348 horsepower. The plug-in hybrid (called the E-Hybrid) marries an electric motor and a turbocharged V-6 for a combined 463 horsepower. The Cayenne S boasts a 468-hp twin-turbo V-8 with a great-sounding exhaust note and breathtaking acceleration; the GTS model gets the same engine but with 493 ponies. There's also an S E-Hybrid, which uses a turbocharged 3.0-liter V-6 and an electric motor for 512 horsepower and 553 pound-feet of torque. All engines pair with an astute eight-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive. While making anything that weighs more than two tons move gracefully is challenging, the engineers in Stuttgart were successful with the Cayenne. When we sampled a Cayenne S we found it just as athletic and refined as last year's model. Adaptive dampers are now standard across the Cayenne lineup, and most trims will have additional performance options that include an adjustable air suspension, four-wheel steering for improved maneuverability, and active anti-roll bars for flatter cornering.

0–60-MPH Times

When we tested the base Cayenne with the 348-hp turbocharged V-6 we recorded a brisk 4.7-second 60 mph time. The Cayenne S, GTS, and S E-Hybrid models will no doubt prove quicker, but we haven't had any of those on our test track yet. We did test the mechanically similar Cayenne S Coupe, which hit 60 mph in 3.9 seconds.

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Range, Charging, and Battery Life

The 2025 E-Hybrid model comes with a 21.8-kWh battery pack that should deliver around 22 miles of electric driving range; the S E-Hybrid's range should be a little lower, around 20 miles per charge. Porsche also upgraded the Cayenne's onboard charger during the last redesign in 2024 to allow for faster charging times.

Fuel Economy and Real-World MPG

The EPA estimates that the base Cayenne should deliver 17 mpg city and 23 mpg highway, while the S and GTS models with the V-8 engine are good for 15 mpg city and 21 mpg highway. The E-Hybrid and S E-Hybrid models have not yet been rated by the EPA. When we get a chance, we'll take the new Cayenne on our 75-mph highway fuel economy test route and update this story with the results. For more information about the Cayenne's fuel economy, visit the EPA's website.

Interior, Comfort, and Cargo

Inside, the Cayenne features a dashboard design with up to three screens and a look that's inspired by the Taycan EV sedan. A toggle shifter is mounted on the dashboard, freeing up space on the center console for a storage nook. Porsche essentially provides a blank canvas inside the Cayenne for customers to personalize as they see fit. Everything from the interior trim to the seatbelt colors and the surface materials can be individually selected, almost always for a steep additional cost. In addition to traditional options—heated and ventilated front and rear seats, for instance—the Cayenne offers desirable upgrades such as more supportive front seats with massage, and four-zone climate control. Rivals like the Audi Q7 and the Volvo XC90 have three rows while the Porsche has only two, but the Cayenne's back seat is adjustable and provides plenty of stretch-out space.

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Infotainment and Connectivity

The Cayenne's driver and front passenger face a wall of digital displays that stretch the entire width of the dashboard. In the center is a 12.3-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capability. To the right is a secondary (and optional) 10.9-inch display for the front passenger, which Porsche says can be used to stream video content because it features a safety mechanism that makes it invisible from the driver's vantage point. There's a separate 12.6-inch screen meant just for the driver, nestled behind the steering wheel and projecting vehicle speed, the tachometer, a trip computer, and other functions.

Safety and Driver-Assistance Features

The Cayenne is available with a bevy of driver-assistance technology to help keep occupants safe. Every model has forward-collision warning and parking sensors at both ends. It even supports night vision with an optional infrared camera. For more information about the Cayenne's crash-test results, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) websites. Key safety features include:

• Available adaptive cruise control with a lane-centering feature
• Available blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert
• Available lane-departure warning and lane-keeping assist

Warranty and Maintenance Coverage

Porsche provides a competitive limited and powertrain warranty. However, BMW and Volvo provide lengthier coverage for complimentary scheduled maintenance.

• Limited warranty covers four years or 50,000 miles
• Powertrain warranty covers four years or 50,000 miles
• Complimentary maintenance is covered for the first year or 10,000 miles

Specifications

Specifications

2024 Porsche Cayenne
Vehicle Type: front-engine, all-wheel-drive, 5-passenger, 4-door wagon

PRICE
Base/As Tested: $80,850/$104,830
Options: 22-inch Exclusive Design Sport wheels, $4220; Black/Mojave Beige leather interior, $4180; Premium package (panoramic roof, adaptive cruise control, Bose surround-sound audio, heated rear seats, ambient lighting), $3590; Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control, $3590; adaptive air suspension w/PASM, $2390; 14-way seats w/memory, $1290; rear-axle steering, $1280; Sport Chrono package, $1110; ventilated front seats, $850; Algarve Blue Metallic paint, $850; ultra-high performance tires for 22-inch wheels, $630

ENGINE
twin-turbocharged and intercooled DOHC 24-valve V-6, aluminum block and heads, direct fuel injection
Displacement: 183 in³, 2995 cm³
Power: 348 hp @ 5400 rpm
Torque: 368 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm

TRANSMISSION
8-speed automatic

CHASSIS
Suspension, F/R: multilink/multilink
Brakes, F/R: 15.4-in vented disc/14.1-in vented disc
Tires: Pirelli P Zero Corsa PZC4
F: 285/40ZR-22 (110Y) XL NC0
R: 315/35ZR-22 (111Y) XL NC0

DIMENSIONS
Wheelbase: 114.0 in
Length: 194.1 in
Width: 78.1 in
Height: 66.8 in
Cargo Volume, Behind F/R: 60/27 ft³
Curb Weight: 4922 lb

C/D TEST RESULTS
60 mph: 4.7 sec
100 mph: 12.8 sec
1/4-Mile: 13.4 sec @ 102 mph
130 mph: 25.7 sec
Results above omit 1-ft rollout of 0.3 sec.
Rolling Start, 5–60 mph: 6.0 sec
Top Gear, 30–50 mph: 3.4 sec
Top Gear, 50–70 mph: 4.2 sec
Top Speed (gov ltd): 156 mph
Braking, 70–0 mph: 152 ft
Braking, 100–0 mph: 304 ft
Roadholding, 300-ft Skidpad: 1.02 g

C/D FUEL ECONOMY
Observed: 16 mpg

EPA FUEL ECONOMY
Combined/City/Highway: 19/17/23 mpg

C/D TESTING EXPLAINED

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