The Porsche Cayenne, introduced in 2003, marked a pivotal moment as Porsche's first SUV and its first four-door production vehicle, blending luxury with high-performance capabilities.
Over its production run, the Cayenne has seen significant powertrain advancements, starting with a 4.5L V8 producing 450 horsepower in the Turbo trim and evolving to a 4.0L hybrid setup in 2025, delivering up to 729 horsepower and 700 lb-ft of torque.
Engine options have ranged from a 3.2L V6 to a 4.8L V8, with all models featuring advanced direct injection since 2008.
Transmission choices include 6-speed manuals and 8-speed automatics, with all-wheel drive (AWD) standard across most trims.
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Third Generation: 2017-2017
The third-generation Porsche Cayenne, launched in 2017, features an all-turbocharged engine lineup, including a 3.0L V6, 2.9L twin-turbo V6, and 4.0L twin-turbo V8, with power outputs ranging from 349 hp to 631 hp.
Notable variants include the Cayenne Turbo S E-Hybrid, combining a 4.0L V8 and electric motor for 671 hp and 900 Nm of torque, and the Turbo GT, delivering 631 hp and a 0–100 km/h time of 3.3 seconds.
All models utilize an updated 8-speed Tiptronic S transmission, and innovations include optional Porsche Surface Coated Brakes (PSCB) and a lightweight aluminum-intensive chassis.
2017 Porsche Cayenne Horsepower
The 2017 Porsche Cayenne offers a horsepower range from 300 hp with the 3.6L V6 engine to 570 hp with the 4.8L V8 engine, both utilizing an all-wheel-drive (AWD) configuration.
Torque output varies from 295 lb-ft with the 3.6L V6 to 590 lb-ft with the 4.8L V8, both paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission with overdrive.
2017 Porsche Cayenne Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
S Platinum SUV |
3.0L | Supercharged | Hybrid | V6 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
416 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
435 ft-lbs @ 1,250 rpm |
SUV |
3.6L | V6 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
300 hp @ 6,300 rpm |
295 ft-lbs @ 3,000 rpm |
SUV |
4.8L | Twin Turbo | V8 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
520 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
553 ft-lbs @ 2,250 rpm |
GTS SUV |
3.6L | Twin Turbo | V6 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
440 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
443 ft-lbs @ 1,600 rpm |
Platinum SUV |
3.6L | V6 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
300 hp @ 6,300 rpm |
295 ft-lbs @ 3,000 rpm |
S SUV |
3.6L | Twin Turbo | V6 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
420 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
406 ft-lbs @ 1,350 rpm |
2017 Porsche Cayenne Horsepower And Torque Continued
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
S SUV |
4.8L | Twin Turbo | V8 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
570 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
590 ft-lbs @ 2,500 rpm |
S SUV |
3.0L | Supercharged | Hybrid | V6 | 8 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
416 hp @ 5,500 rpm |
435 ft-lbs @ 1,250 rpm |
Second Generation: 2010-2010
The second-generation Porsche Cayenne (92A) introduced a range of powertrains, including a 3.6L VR6 engine producing 300 PS (296 hp) and a 4.8L twin-turbo V8 in the Turbo variant delivering 500 PS (493 hp).
A hybrid model combined a 3.0L V6 with an electric motor for a total output of 380 PS (375 hp).
Notable advancements include a weight reduction of nearly 250 kg (551 lbs) through the use of aluminum and magnesium, paired with an eight-speed automatic (Tiptronic S) on most models for improved efficiency and performance.
2010 Porsche Cayenne Horsepower
The Porsche Cayenne offers a horsepower range from 290 hp with a 3.6L V6 engine and AWD configuration to 550 hp with a 4.8L V8 engine and 4WD configuration.
Torque output varies from 273 lb-ft with the 3.6L V6 and AWD to 553 lb-ft with the 4.8L V8 and 4WD.
The vehicle is equipped with a 6-speed manual transmission for the V
2010 Porsche Cayenne Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
SUV |
3.6L | V6 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD |
290 hp @ 6,200 rpm |
273 ft-lbs @ 3,000 rpm |
GTS SUV |
4.8L | V8 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | AWD |
405 hp |
369 ft-lbs @ 3,500 rpm |
S SUV |
4.8L | V8 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
385 hp @ 6,200 rpm |
369 ft-lbs @ 3,500 rpm |
SUV |
4.8L | Turbo | V8 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
500 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
516 ft-lbs |
S SUV |
4.8L | Turbo | V8 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
550 hp @ 6,000 rpm |
553 ft-lbs |
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