DecodedCars2026 Porsche Cayenne
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2026 models.
- Class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Body styles
- Base / S 4dr SUV, Base/S Coupe 4dr SUV, E-Hybrid 4dr SUV, E-Hybrid Coupe 4dr SUV
- Engines
- 3.0L 6-cyl turbo, 4.0L 8-cyl turbo
- Horsepower
- 348–493 hp
- Transmission
- 8-speed automatic
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 4
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 19 combined · 17 city / 23 hwy
- Length
- 193.7–196.5 in
- Curb weight
- 4,376–5,567 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
Pros & cons
What's good
- Lots of standard safety tech4 of 5 key driver aids standard on the versions we checked.
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 34 similar 2026 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2026 Porsche Cayenne is a standard SUV offered with 2 engines (3.0L 6-cyl turbo and 4.0L 8-cyl turbo) and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 194 inches long and 78 inches wide on a 114-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,376 lb (Base / S 4dr SUV).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 19 MPG combined (17 city / 23 highway), 5% worse than the 2026 standard SUV average of 20 MPG, for an estimated $4,350 a year in fuel.
It has 1 recall campaign on file and owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the forward collision avoidance.
What changed for 2026
- No plug-in hybrid version any more
- Best combined MPG down from 22 to 19
Compared with 2025; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2025 Cayenne →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Bratislava, Slovakia
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 4 2026 Cayenne configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base / S 4dr SUV | 193.7 in | 78 in | 66.9 in | 114.2 in | 66.1 / 65.7 in | 4,376 lb | 56/44 |
| Base/S Coupe 4dr SUV | 194.1 in | 78 in | 66.1 in | 114.2 in | 65.7 / 65 in | 4,475 lb | 56/44 |
| E-Hybrid 4dr SUV | 193.7 in | 78 in | 66.9 in | 114.2 in | 66.1 / 65.7 in | 5,060 lb | 56/44 |
| E-Hybrid Coupe 4dr SUV | 194.1 in | 78 in | 66.1 in | 114.2 in | 65.7 / 65 in | 5,203 lb | 56/44 |
| Electric 4dr SUV | 196.5 in | 78 in | 65.7 in | 118.9 in | – | 5,567 lb | 48/52 |
| Turbo 4dr SUV | 193.7 in | 78 in | 66.9 in | 114.2 in | 66.1 / 65.7 in | 4,795 lb | 56/44 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cayenne | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 23 / 19 | -5% | $4,350 | 469 |
| Cayenne Coupe | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 17 / 23 / 19 | -5% | $4,350 | 469 |
| Cayenne S | 4.0L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 21 / 18 | -10% | $4,550 | 492 |
| Cayenne S Coupe | 4.0L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 21 / 18 | -10% | $4,550 | 492 |
| Cayenne GTS | 4.0L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 15 / 22 / 18 | -10% | $4,550 | 512 |
| Cayenne GTS Coupe | 4.0L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 22 / 18 | -10% | $4,550 | 489 |
| Cayenne Turbo GT | 4.0L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic (S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 15 / 20 / 17 | -15% | $4,850 | 521 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2026 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2026 Porsche Cayenne.
Similar 2026 standard SUVs
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Porsche Cayenne (this car) | 19 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2026 Tesla Model Y | 357 mi | Not rated | 8 |
| 2026 BMW X5 | 25 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2026 Land Rover Defender | 20 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2026 BMW X3 | 29 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2026 Audi Q7 | 22 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2026 Tesla Model X | 352 mi | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (1)
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump · Sep 23, 2025
NHTSA campaign 25V634000 · 177 vehicles
- Problem
- Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Panamera, Cayenne, and 2025 Panamera E-Hybrid vehicles. The fasteners securing the high pressure fuel pump may not be tightened properly, resulting in a fuel leak.
- Risk
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
- Fix
- Dealers will inspect and tighten the screw connections and replace the high pressure fuel pump and fuel lines as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 19, 2025. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ASA9. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 10, 2025.
Not every 2026 Porsche Cayenne is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Other Cayenne years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Cayenne | 22 | 193.7 in | Not rated | 2 | 6 |
| 2024 Cayenne | 19 | 193.7 in | Not rated | 5 | 5 |
| 2023 Cayenne | 19 | 193.7 in | Not rated | 2 | 5 |
| 2022 Cayenne | 21 | 193.7 in | Not rated | 3 | 4 |
| 2021 Cayenne | 21 | 193.7 in | Not rated | 7 | 21 |
| 2020 Cayenne | 21 | 193.7 in | Not rated | 6 | 25 |
| 2019 Cayenne | 21 | 193.7 in | Not rated | 8 | 47 |
| 2018 Cayenne | 22 | 190.9 in | Not rated | 1 | 14 |
| 2017 Cayenne | 22 | 190.9 in | Not rated | 2 | 19 |
| 2016 Cayenne | 24 | 190.9 in | Not rated | 2 | 40 |
| 2015 Cayenne | 23 | 190.9 in | Not rated | 3 | 15 |
| 2014 Cayenne | 23 | 190.9 in | Not rated | 3 | 50 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Porsche. How we calculate this →