Cayenne Electric – Questions & Answers

Which models are available at market launch?

At market launch, two models will be offered:

• Cayenne Electric
• Cayenne Turbo Electric
   

Both feature all-wheel drive and Porsche Traction Management (ePTM).

Which additional derivatives are planned?

Porsche will initially introduce the Cayenne Electric as an entry-level and top-tier version (full-size SUV) in November 2025. A Coupé variant will follow during 2026, with further derivatives also in development.

Will combustion and hybrid models of the Cayenne remain available?

Yes. Porsche focuses on a trio of drive systems: fully electric cars, efficient plug-in hybrids and emotive combustion engines. The current generation with combustion engines will continue to be developed with significant technical investment and will remain available well into the next decade.

What are the top three innovations of the Cayenne Electric?

• Newly developed 113 kWh high-voltage battery with double-sided cooling for optimum thermal management.
• Direct oil cooling of the electric motor on the rear axle to ensure high continuous output and efficiency
• Porsche Digital Interaction

How powerful is the Cayenne Electric?

• Cayenne Turbo Electric:
   
  • Up to 850 kW (1,156 PS) with Launch Control
  • 0–100 km/h in 2.5 seconds, top speed: 260 km/h
  • Push-to-Pass function: +130 kW for 10 seconds¹
     
• Cayenne Electric (Base):
   
  • 300 kW (408 PS) in normal operation
  • 325 kW (442 PS) with Launch Control
  • 0–100 km/h in 4.8 seconds, top speed: 230 km/h

Which platform serves as the basis for the Cayenne Electric?

The Cayenne Electric is based on an evolved version of the Premium Platform Electric with 800-volt architecture.

What is the weight of the Cayenne Electric?

• Kerb weight (DIN):
   
  • Cayenne Electric: 2,525 kg
  • Cayenne Turbo Electric: 2,645 kg
     
• The high-voltage battery weighs around 600 kg and is optimally positioned for mass distribution. The centre of gravity is significantly lower than in combustion models.

What is the range of the Cayenne Electric on a single charge?

• Cayenne Electric: up to 642 km WLTP
• Cayenne Turbo Electric: up to 623 km WLTP

How fast can the Cayenne Electric charge?

The Cayenne Electric sets benchmarks in charging thanks to 800-volt technology:

• DC charging at up to 400 kW²
• Under 16 minutes from 10% to 80% SoC³
• 10 minutes for up to 325 km of range⁴
• Charging ports on both sides of the vehicle
• “Silent Mode” for ultra-quiet charging
• Plug & Charge supported
• Optional inductive charging at up to 11 kW

How does inductive charging work for the Cayenne Electric? 

Porsche has introduced “wireless charging” to the market as an optional extra for the new SUV. This means: Soon there will be no need for charging cables, wallboxes, or manual involvement – simply park the car in the garage and charging will begin.

• Floor plate: Installed at the parking space and contains all necessary components
• Receiver unit: Mounted behind the front axle in the vehicle
• Transmission power: up to 11 kW
• Efficiency: over 90%, despite an air gap of 12-18 cm
• Charging time is equivalent to that of a wired wall box
• Foreign-object detection (e.g. keys) and living object detection (e.g. animals) stop the charging process if there is a risk

How was the high towing capacity of 3.5 tonnes achieved?

Through robust body construction, drivetrain design, and thermal management, the Cayenne Electric meets all requirements for a towing capacity of up to 3.5 tonnes, equipment-dependent – just like the combustion model.

Where are the electric motors developed and manufactured?

The directly cooled rear axle drives are developed by Porsche and assembled in Zuffenhausen. There are synergies within the VW Group for module development.

Which digital features does the Cayenne Electric offer?

• Porsche Driver Experience with the largest display area in a Porsche
• Flow Display: curved OLED panel
• Head-up display with AR technology
• Voice Pilot with AI support
• Porsche Digital Key: smartphone/smartwatch as vehicle key
• Optional Porsche Electric Sport Sound with simulated V8 sound
• Integration of third-party apps, streaming & gaming

What defines the design of the Cayenne Electric?

• Progressive, aerodynamic exterior
• Matrix LED headlights, frameless doors, distinctive flyline
• Drag coefficient of 0.25 – among the best in the SUV class
• Active aerodynamics with adaptive spoiler and, on the Cayenne Turbo, active aeroblades at the rear

How comfortable and versatile is the interior of the Cayenne Electric?

• Longer wheelbase (+13 cm) for more rear-seat space
• Electrically adjustable rear seats
• Luggage capacity: up to 1,588 litres + 90 litres frunk
• Towing capacity: up to 3.5 tonnes
• Mood Modes, surface heating, panoramic roof with Sunshine Control

¹ Battery charge level and battery temperature may affect the push-to-pass performance.

²  Cayenne charging power under specific conditions with CCS fast charging station with > 400 kW, > 850 V, > 520A, initial state of charge 45% - 48%, battery temperature of 40°C - 42°C. Maximum charging power for direct current (DC) when charging from 10% SoC to up to 80% SoC under optimal conditions: 390 kW (CCS fast charging station with > 390kW, > 850 V, > 520A, battery temperature of 15°C, initial state of charge 9% and remaining range < 60 km).

³ Cayenne charging time for direct current (DC) with maximum charging power from 10% SoC to up to 80% SoC under optimal conditions (CCS fast charging station supplying >390kW, >850 V, >520A, plus a battery temperature of 15 °C, initial state of charge of 9% and remaining range <60 km).

⁴ Cayenne recharged range in 10 min for direct current (DC) with maximum charging power under optimal conditions (CCS fast charging station with > 390 kW, > 850 V, > 520A, battery temperature of 15°C, initial state of charge 9% and remaining range < 60km), based on WLTP consumption of a vehicle with standard equipment according to the German country version.