2026 Porsche Cayenne Turbo Electric

The Cayenne Electric marks the beginning of a new era for Porsche in the SUV segment. With electric super sports car performance, long range, exceptional charging power, innovative suspension, consistent digitalisation and high levels of everyday practicality, the Cayenne Electric defines the future of the model series. It combines sporty driving dynamics, comfort, versatility and technological excellence into a complete package that impresses in everyday life as well as over long distances and off-road - all while remaining a Porsche in every respect.

Two variants will be available at market launch: the Cayenne Electric and the Cayenne Turbo Electric - both with electronic all-wheel drive. The Cayenne Electric complements the existing range of combustion-engined and hybrid models and marks the technological pinnacle of the series. Porsche is thereby taking an open-minded approach in terms of drive technology but is setting new standards in performance, efficiency and digitalisation with the electric model.

Supercar performance packaged in an SUV

At the top of the range is the Porsche Cayenne Turbo Electric with a system output of up to 850 kW (1,156 PS) and maximum torque of up to 1,500 Nm. It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 2.5 seconds and reaches a top speed of up to 260 km/h. In normal driving mode, up to 630 kW (857 PS) is available, and an additional 130 kW can be activated for 10 seconds via the Push-to-Pass function. The central element is a newly developed electric motor on the rear axle with direct oil cooling, which is used exclusively in the Turbo model. The technology originates from Formula E and ensures continuous high performance even under repeated full load. The motor was developed in-house by Porsche. Silicon carbide inverters reduce switching losses and increase efficiency and power density. Power is distributed to both axles via a two-stage single-speed transmission. The weight distribution is slightly rear-biased, as is typical for Porsche, with a ratio of 48:52.

Efficiency, recuperation and range

At the heart of the Porsche Cayenne Electric is a newly developed high-voltage battery with a gross energy content of 113 kWh. It consists of six modules with a total of 192 cells and is liquid-cooled on both sides. The combination of high energy density, predictive thermal management and efficient powertrain enables WLTP ranges of up to 642 km. When decelerating, the Cayenne Electric can recuperate energy at a rate of up to 600 kW - a value on a par with Formula E. Around 97 per cent of all braking operations in everyday use are covered purely electrically. The hydraulic braking system is only activated if an even greater rate of deceleration is required. The 'overrun' recuperation can be configured in three stages - from efficient coasting to more powerful deceleration.

Fast charging, bank charging and inductive charging

Thanks to its 800-volt architecture, the Cayenne Electric can charge at up to 390 kW on high-power chargers, and even up to 400 kW under specific conditions. The state of charge can be increased from 10 to 80 per cent in less than 16 minutes. A range of up to 325 km can be added in 10 minutes. To make optimal use of existing infrastructure, the Cayenne supports bank charging at 400-volt charging stations. In this case the battery is effectively divided internally to enable a high charging capacity even at conventional fast chargers.

Chassis: a balance between comfort and dynamics

Both models come with adaptive air suspension with Porsche Active Suspension Management as standard. Rear-axle steering with a steering angle of up to five degrees is available as an option. The Turbo is equipped with Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus (PTV Plus) as standard and can also be equipped with Porsche Active Ride. The premium active suspension almost completely compensates for body movements and combines exceptional comfort with high driving precision. The optional Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB) ensures optimum deceleration even during highly dynamic driving. The wide range of suspension systems creates extraordinary breadth between sporty agility, long-distance comfort and off-road capability.

Aerodynamics and design in harmony

With a drag coefficient of 0.25, the Cayenne Electric is one of the most aerodynamic SUVs in its class. The almost completely enclosed underbody, air curtains, active cooling air flaps and an adaptive roof spoiler optimise airflow. In the Turbo model, active aeroblades are also used. Striking wings, frameless doors, a gently sloping flyline and an animated light signature underline the modern and unmistakable Porsche design language.

Interior: digital, intuitive, experience-oriented

The new Porsche Digital Interaction display and operation concept combines touch surfaces, physical controls and an ergonomic hand rest to create a driver-oriented user interface. The Flow Display, an elegantly curved and harmoniously integrated central screen, forms the focal point of the digital architecture. A new operating system enables streaming, gaming, app integration, and AI-powered voice control. Personalisable user profiles, widgets and themes create an individual user experience. Mood Modes combine ambient lighting, seats, displays, sound profiles and climate control to create holistic worlds of experience. This is all complemented by a new surface heating system, new massage functions and communication light.

Space, comfort and utility

The wheelbase, which is significantly longer than that of the combustion-engined Cayenne, creates noticeably more space in the rear. The standard electrically adjustable rear seat system allows flexible adjustments between additional space for rear passengers and maximum luggage compartment volume. With the rear seats folded, the load volume increases to up to 1,588 litres, and the total luggage space is supplemented by a 90-litre 'frunk'. The towing capacity of up to 3.5 tonnes, depending on the market and equipment, remains unchanged. A panoramic glass sunroof with Variable Light Control, parking pre-climatisation and fully integrated digital connectivity enhance travel comfort.

Customisation and special requests

The Porsche Cayenne Electric offers an unprecedented range of customisation options: numerous exterior colours, interior worlds, wheel designs and accent packages. Through Porsche Exclusive Manufaktur and Sonderwunsch, truly bespoke designs can be realised, right down to one-off cars.

Exterior

The Cayenne Electric combines the brand's signature proportions with a clearly evolved design language. Many unique features sharpen the identity of the individual Cayenne Electric models. Highlights include the low front bonnet with the slim Matrix LED headlights with optional (Cayenne) or standard (Cayenne Turbo) HD technology. These emphasise the width of the vehicle and combine all lighting functions in a single module. Typical Porsche features are the strongly contoured wings and the flyline, i.e. the iconic design of the gently sloping roofline.

The side view is characterised by frameless doors and a striking swage line in the door surface. The side skirts and wheel arch trims have an pronounced three-dimensional design and are finished in Volcanic Grey Metallic on the Cayenne and high-gloss black on the Cayenne Turbo. The two-tone concept emphasises the sporty proportions. The model-specific wheel arch trims emphasise the car's off-road character. Striking details at the rear, such as the light strip with a distinctive 3D look and animated graphics, as well as the illuminated Porsche lettering, underline the modern design language. The Cayenne Turbo features numerous contrasting elements in the exclusive Turbonite colour. These include the Porsche crests, the faces of the alloy wheels and the side window mouldings. Delicate Turbonite accents enhance the light strip and 'Porsche' lettering.

There are 13 standard colours to choose from for the Cayenne Electric, including three completely new colours that are celebrating their Porsche debut: Mystic Green Metallic, Monteverde Metallic and Napali Blue Metallic. Paint to Sample from Porsche Exclusive Manufaktur is also available for the Cayenne Electric. The already well-known Cayenne colour range will be continued for the electric variant. Together with the standard colours, this results in a choice of more than 100 shades.

Panoramic sliding roof with Variable Light Control: clear or matte at your fingertips

The large glass surface of the optional panoramic sliding roof with Variable Light Control ensures a particularly airy feeling of space and is bigger than any other panoramic roof offered by Porsche. The front part can be opened like a sliding roof.

Thanks to an electrically switchable film made up of liquid crystals, the panoramic sliding roof can change from clear to matte. This protects the occupants from glare but does not darken the interior. The roof is divided into nine segments, which can be switched individually. In addition to the 'Clear' and 'Matte' settings, two predefined patterns, 'Semi' (40 per cent matte) and 'Bold' (60 per cent matte), can also be selected.

Athletic accents: the Sport Design Package

The optional Sport Design Package gives the Cayenne a particularly striking appearance. It is optionally available in Black (high-gloss), Carbon or - exclusively to the Cayenne Turbo - Turbonite. All variants feature a distinctive front apron finished in high-gloss black, complemented by variant-specific inserts below the air intake in the exterior colour, Carbon or Turbonite.

The package also adds sporty accents to the side view: the wheel arch trims and the three-dimensionally shaped side apron are finished in high-gloss black and complemented by inserts in either the exterior colour or Carbon. The Cayenne Turbo also bears the 'Turbo' lettering. At the rear, a specific rear apron in high-gloss black with diffuser trim rounds off the appearance. The design of the trim varies, with the option to finish it in the exterior colour, Carbon or Turbonite.

Ready for any terrain: the Off-Road package

The optional Off-Road package enables the driver to tackle rough dirt roads and steep ascents and descents with even more confidence. The modified front apron allows a greater front approach angle of up to 25 degrees. Further details include reinforced side skirts with skid plates and horizontal cooling air flaps for additional air supply.

In addition, the Porsche Cayenne Electric with Off-Road package stands out due to its functional, robust design. The front and rear aprons, side skirts and wheel arch extensions are finished in matte black. The roof rails and an insert in the front section create an exciting visual contrast in Vesuvius Grey. An optional compass display on the dashboard and the display of tilt, incline and steering angles in the Flow Display support the driver when driving off-road.

Aerodynamics

With a drag coefficient of 0.25, the new Cayenne Electric is one of the most streamlined SUVs in its class. Particularly impressive is what is known as the drag area, i.e. the product of the drag coefficient and the frontal area: this cdxA value is 0.713 m². This puts the Cayenne Electric on a par with mid-size vehicles, which means noticeable advantages in terms of range and consumption in everyday use.

The basis for this excellent aerodynamic performance is the overall package of a lowered flyline, almost completely enclosed underbody and many detail optimisations. Indeed, the front was designed in such a way that the airflow hugs the vehicle as closely as possible. This made it possible to achieve minimal drag while at the same time maintaining a striking design language. In addition, the Cayenne Electric has been carefully tuned in the wind tunnel to exploit even the smallest improvement in the cd value. Every element of the body has been optimised in close collaboration between aerodynamics and design. The three-dimensional air curtain directs the air past the front wheels, thereby reducing unwanted air turbulence at the front, wheel arches and wheels.