
We have always gone our own 
way. This is the hallmark 
of our 
independent spirit. Only thus 
can we continue to meet 
our high 
performance standards. And 
yours. For the Cayenne S Hybrid 
we chose a highly sophisticated 
technical concept. Thanks to 
 Porsche Intelligent Performance, 
it perfectly embodies the key 
 principle of an alternative drive: 
efficiency.
The parallel full hybrid drive 
(p. 28) on the Cayenne S  Hybrid 
features a 3.0 -litre V6 
super-
charged engine and an electric 
machine (motor/generator) that 
provides add itional power on 
 demand. It offers levels of accel-
eration that are comparable with 
a V8 unit, but with a reduction of 
up to 22 % in both fuel consump-
tion and CO
2 emissions.1), 2) The 
engine delivers 245 kW (333 hp), 
while the electric machine gener-
ates 34 kW (47 hp). Working 
in tandem, they produce a total 
 output of 279 kW (380 hp). 
With a top speed of 242 km/ h 
(150 mph), acceler ation from 
0 to 100 km/ h (62 mph) takes 
6.5 seconds. Maximum torque 
is 580 Nm.
On the parallel full hybrid system, 
the electric machine and a 
 decoupler are integrated directly 
into the drivetrain bet ween the 
combustion engine and the eight-
speed Tiptronic S. The decoupler 
ensures positive engagement with 
the combustion engine, thereby 
offering several benefits – 
both for the driver and the 
 environment. 
Under moderate acceleration, the 
electric machine can power the 
 vehicle independently. In order to 
drive quietly through residential 
areas, for example. The generator 
can also be used to recuperate 
energy during braking, i.e. for 
charging the bat tery. 
In addition, the electric machine 
can be used to boost per form-
ance – for faster  acceleration.
Other energy-saving features 
 include the car’s abilit y to glide 
along, even when the engine is 
turned of f. The hybrid system 
therefore also brings significant 
advantages when not driving in 
urban traffic, as the vehicle can 
simply ‘coast’ along many stretches 
of road without any power at all.  Together with the auto start /stop 
function, the parallel full hybrid 
system offers exceptional levels 
of performance and efficiency.
The ‘hybrid’ designation on the 
tailgate and each front wing 
 alludes to the innovative drive 
concept within.
Inside the car, the TFT colour 
 display in the instrument cluster 
provides information on the 
 current energy flow. Further 
 driving data is displayed via the 
optional Porsche Communication 
Management (PCM).
But the greatest benefit of all: 
the Cayenne S Hybrid is 
a Porsche. And it drives like 
one too.
A hybrid is like a good marriage.
Only with two better halves.
The Cayenne S Hybrid.
1) Compared to previous model.2)  The data presented here was recorded using the Euro 5 test procedure (715/2007/ EC and 692/2008/ EC) and the NEDC (New European Driving Cycle). The respective figures were not recorded on individual vehicles and do not constitute part of the of fer. This data is provided solely for the purposes of comparison bet ween the respective models. For more information on individual models, please contact your Porsche Centre.
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part-throt tle mode and through 
energy recovery during braking. 
A special bat tery management 
and cooling system maintains 
a constant temperature and 
pro
tects the bat ter y from over-
heating. It also monitors the 
charge/discharge processes. As 
a result, the life of the bat tery is 
optimised and its suitabilit y for 
everyday use ensured, while 
offering a high capacit y: 1.7 kWh. Systems that are usually depen d-
ent on the output provided by 
the combustion engine, such as 
climate control, power steering 
and  brake  assist ,  run  solely 
on electricit y on the Cayenne S 
Hybrid. As they do not rely on 
output from the engine, these 
functions remain active when the 
car is running in electric mode or 
when it is ‘coasting’ or gliding 
along with the engine turned of f. 
In summary: despite its six- 
cylinder powerplant, the  
Cayenne S Hybrid offers per-
formance levels that are com-
parable with an eight-cylinder 
unit – but with significantly lower 
fuel consumption. 
Also when it comes to hybrid 
drives, we’ve taken a completely 
new path. Hardly surprising really, 
with a technology this convincing. 
The compact bat tery is located 
under the loadspace floor in the 
luggage compartment. Weighing 
80 kg, its dimensions are 
426 mm x 925 mm x 286 mm. 
The bat tery is designed to last 
without the need for any main-
tenance. As the electric machine 
also functions as a generator, 
it can charge the bat tery under 
certain conditions when 
the  combustion engine is in 
The hybrid system features a 
high -voltage nickel metal hydride 
(NiMH) bat tery consisting of 
240 cells. It provides the electric 
machine with the energy required 
for the vehicle to drive short 
 distances solely on electric 
power.
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Energy management display in PCM: electric mode
100  50
    0
300350400450500
550600650
0
30 60 90
120
150 180 210 240 270 300 330
150200250
 
Power (kW)
Torque (Nm)Torque (Nm)T
1500
7500
2000 25003000 3500400045005000 5500600065007000
1000
Revolutions per minute (rpm)
  360 390 420
700
 580  Nm
279 kW (380 hp)
  Cayenne S Hybrid system (combined)
  Cayenne S Hybrid combustion engine
  Cayenne S Hybrid electric machine 

An electr ic pump is used to 
 m a i ntain the r equired p re ssu re 
of the t ransmis sion fluid , e.g. 
to t ransmit high l evels of torque 
at lower engine speeds.
The s tanda rd sports steering 
wheel in conjunction with  
 T i p t r o nic S h as t wo e rgonom ic 
switch es for manual gear 
 c h a n g es. One p re ss forwa rd with 
the thumb and  Tiptronic S shif ts 
up. One pull backwa rds with 
the in dex finger and  Tiptronic S 
shif ts down. Either the right or 
l eft-hand switch can be used.
tackling a
sce nts and towing loads 
in off-road ter rain.  Top speed is 
reached in 6th gear (in 7th gear 
on the Cayenne Diesel). The 
 remaining 
upper gea rs a re used 
to lower the r evs at high speed , 
the reby enhancing fuel economy 
and occupa nt comfo rt. On the  motorway in particular , driving at 
low r evs will s ignifica ntly r educe 
the noise l evel insid e the veh ic le. 
In automatic mode, the driver 
can influence gea rshifts on the  
Tiptron ic S using the throt t le and 
b rak es alone.  
Tiptronic S auto -
mat ically adapts the gea rshif t 
points for performance driving – 
equally , if a mo re d efen sive driv-
ing s tyle is d etec ted , the sy stem 
se lects a gea rshift poi nt that 
 o f f e rs maximum fuel economy. 
Un der heav y b raking , Tiptron ic S 
shifts down to maxi mise engine 
b raking. Natu
rally , you can also change 
gear u sing the gear se lector  lever 
on the ce ntr e cons ole.
Standard on the Cayenne Diesel, 
Cayenne S, Cayenne S Hybrid 
and Cayenne Turbo. Optional 
for the Cayenne.
Eight-speed Tiptronic S.
The out standing  featu re  of the 
eight-speed  Tiptron ic S is a 
pa rticularly wi de ratio sp read. 
Fi rs t gear is  designed for optimum 
acceleration when pulling away 
and g rea ter performance when 
Six-speed manual gearbox.
The six-speed manual gearbox 
on the Cayenne has been specifi-
cally adapted for the  demands 
of high-performance use. The 
gear lever throw is short and pre-
cise, and each of the six ratios 
has been selected for optimum 
progression through the gears. As 
the centre console rises to meet 
the dashboard, the gear lever is 
close to hand – for an even more 
engaging drive.
The standard upshif t display in 
the instrument cluster helps 
to reduce fuel consumption still 
further. 
Eight-speed Tiptronic S is also 
available as an option on the 
 Cayenne in conjunction with the 
auto start /stop function.
Standard on the Cayenne. 
Precision control.
Whatever your choice of terrain. 
Transmission.
Tiptronic S gear selector
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Ty r e s .
All t yres have been optimised 
with regard to driving perform-
ance, handling, rolling resistance 
and weight. They also provide 
great potential for reducing fuel 
consumption and emissions. The three basic components of 
the t yre have been enhanced – 
the rubber compound, tread de-
sign and the architecture of the 
substructure. This reduces rolling 
resistance and fuel consumption.
Tyre Pressure Monitoring 
(TPM).
Tyre Pressure Monitoring (TPM) 
provides early warning of any 
drop in pressure via the on -board 
computer display. 
In addition, the driver can quickly 
and easily check the individual 
pressures in all four wheels via 
the multi-purpose display in the 
instrument cluster.
Standard on the Cayenne Turbo. 
Optional for all other Cayenne 
models.
Wheels.
All of the wheels for the Cayenne 
models have been specifically 
designed to reflect the character 
of the car – and convey it to the 
road. 
Standard on the Cayenne and 
Cayenne Diesel: the 18-inch 
Cayenne wheel. 
Standard on the Cayenne S and 
Cayenne S Hybrid: the 18-inch 
Cayenne S III wheel. 
Standard on the Cayenne Turbo: 
the 19 -inch Cayenne Turbo 
wheel.
1)
A range of other wheel options 
in various sizes (up to 21 inches 
in diameter) is available for all 
models. 
19 - inch Cayenne Turbo wheel
20 - inch RS Spyder Design wheel
18 - inch Cayenne S III wheel 20 - inch Cayenne SportDesign II wheel 
18 - inch Cayenne wheel 19 - inch Cayenne Design II wheel2)
More than just a small cog in the system.
21- inch Cayenne SportEdition wheel
21- inch 911 Turbo II wheel (forged)
1)  For details of all wheel options, see page 122. 2)  In conjunction with 275 - mm t yres for the 
Cayenne Turbo and 265 - mm t yres for all 
other models.
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of the car’s dynamic exterior 
lines. The seat position and 
sports steering wheel offer 
 exceptional support and contact 
– for an even sportier ride.A t ypical Porsche feature: the 
five round instruments form the 
familiar cluster and are slightly 
raised from the dashboard as 
a visual unit. The high -resolution 
4.8-inch TFT colour screen 
 displays information from the on-
board computer or, in conjunction 
with PCM including navigation 
module, map data from the navi-
gation system. It also shows the 
set tings of the optional adaptive 
cruise control or gives various 
warnings, such as alerts from 
Tyre Pressure Monitoring (TPM), 
which is also available as an 
 option. On the Cayenne S Hybrid, the display also provides 
information about the energy 
management. 
Oil pressure, oil and coolant 
temperature as well as the fuel 
level are displayed using analogue 
gauges, while the boost pressure 
gauge on the Cayenne Turbo is 
digital. A compass display in 
the instrument cluster is available 
as an option in conjunction with 
PCM. This shows the four cardinal 
and four ordinal directions with 
degree increments as well as your 
current altitude.
The steering column offers man-
ual height and reach adjustment 
(electrically adjustable on the 
Cayenne Turbo). The steering 
wheel rim is in smooth-finish 
leather. As is the optional 
SportDesign steering wheel with 
gearshif t paddles – for genuine 
race-st yle gearshif t action. Also 
available as an option, the multi-
function steering wheel enables 
easy  access  to  a  range  of 
functions including audio and 
telephone. 
Particularly striking features in-
clude the way the centre console 
rises to meet the dashboard – 
clearly inspired by the Carrera GT. 
This immediately enhances the 
interior structure, a continuation 
As on every Porsche, the interior 
of the Cayenne is designed around 
the driver, combining sporting 
st yle with the very highest stand-
ards of ergonomics, comfort and 
q ua l i t y.
Déjà vu, yet totally new.
Comfort.
Cayenne Turbo with t wo -tone leather interior in Umber/Cream and walnut interior package
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system, a storage compartment in 
the centre console and a handy 
drawer beneath both the driver’s 
and front passenger’s seat.
Interior lighting.
The interior lighting concept 
with delayed- of f function is 
well thought-out to provide the 
required level of light whenever you need it. The generous stand-
ard equipment includes dimmable 
door handle illumination, foot well 
illumination front and rear, ignition 
lock illumination, a front light 
console with reading lights as well 
as reading lights at the rear. This 
is complemented by door entry 
lights, front and rear, and red 
door safet y lights. In addition, 
all Cayenne models come with 
luggage compartment illumination 
and a tailgate courtesy-light 
function.
Porsche Rear Seat 
Entertainment.
Available as a factory-fit ted option 
from Porsche Exclusive, the 
 Porsche Rear Seat Entertainment 
package includes t wo display 
 consoles, each with an integrated 
media player and USB port, and 
t wo wireless infrared headphones. 
Storage compartments.
Ef ficiency also means having the 
important things at your fingertips 
when you need them. Which is 
why the Cayenne models of fer 
a wide range of storage options. 
These include door  storage com-
partments with bot tle holders, 
storage pockets on the front seat 
backrests, a glove compartment 
cooled by the air- conditioning 
The perfect place to be.
Not just for the driver.
The display consoles are trimmed 
in matching interior leather with 
decorative seams and are located 
on the front seat backrests. Each 
one contains a high -resolution 
7-inch W VGA TFT colour display. 
For greater convenience, they 
are swivel-mounted and feature 
touchscreen operation. Boasting 
built-in anti-shock protection, the 
system is compatible with CDs 
and DVDs and can even receive 
T V broadcasts – in conjunction 
with the optional T V tuner. It is  also possible to connect t wo 
 separate and individually select-
able AV sources, such as a games 
console or digital camera.
Designed to the highest standards 
of safet y and ergonomics, 
Porsche Rear Seat Entertainment 
blends harmoniously within the 
passenger compartment. 
Optional for all Cayenne 
models.
Door storage compartment with  bot tle holder Porsche Rear Seat Entertainment
Cupholders in centre console
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Porsche Communication 
Management (PCM) with 
navigation module.
PCM is the central control system 
for all information and commu-
nication functions. It is powerful 
and versatile, yet easy to use.
Key features include a 7-inch high-
resolution touchscreen display. 
As before, you can also operate 
PCM using the rotary push -but ton 
control. The menu layout is ex-
tremely clear, with no more than 
five entries per page enabling 
fast and accurate operation. A 
help function is displayed at the 
bot tom of the screen for further 
guidance in specific situations.
Radio functions comprise 
42  presets, an FM t win -tuner 
with RDS frequency diversit y, which continuously searches the 
airwaves for the best possible 
signal from the selected radio 
station, and dynamic autostore.
The CD/ DVD drive plays CDs 
and audio DVDs and is MP3-
compatible. Audio playback of 
video DVDs is also supported.
 
An optional integrated six- disc 
CD/ DVD autochanger is available 
for PCM.  A navigation module with high-
speed hard drive is included 
with PCM. The map display of fers 
a conventional 2D layout as well 
as a perspective view. In some 
regions, even topography with 
superimposed satellite map and 
buildings can be displayed in 3D. 
In split-screen mode, you can view 
the current map section together 
with a list of icons for the next 
manoeuvre.
The CDR-31 can also be com-
bined with the optional BOSE
® 
Surround Sound System (p. 92) 
or Burmester
® High-End Surround 
Sound System (p. 94) for the 
ultimate in audio performance. 
Other options available in 
conjunction with the CDR-31 
include an integrated six- disc 
CD autochanger.
With an optional mobile phone 
preparation (p. 90), you can 
connect a Bluetooth
® Hands- Free 
Profile (HFP) - compatible mobile 
phone.
CDR-31 audio system.
A Porsche engine provides an 
impressive sound experience 
in its own right. The Cayenne 
models offer the perfect accom-
paniment inside the cockpit.
The CDR-31 audio system has a 
7-inch colour touchscreen display 
which enables you to navigate 
and select the main menus and 
functions with ease and efficiency. 
The integrated CD radio, featuring 
an FM twin-tuner with RDS, 
30  memor y  presets,  dynamic 
autostore and speed-sensitive 
volume control, includes a sound 
system with 10 loudspeakers 
and a total audio output of 
10 0 w a t t s .
Standard on the Cayenne, 
Cayenne Diesel, Cayenne S 
and Cayenne S Hybrid.
The key to success in management:
focused performance with slices of delight.
The system also indicates the 
respective speed limit for the 
roads covered in the database 
via PCM or the TFT display in 
the instrument cluster.
Standard on the Cayenne Turbo. 
Optional for all other Cayenne 
models.
Porsche Communication Management (PCM) with navigation module
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via the CDR-31 or PCM head 
unit. Connection to the mobile 
phone net work is via the handset 
antenna.Optional for all Cayenne 
models.
Telephone module.
This optional quad-band GSM 
telephone module combines ease 
of use with optimised sound 
qualit y. Simply insert your mobile 
phone SIM card in the slot in 
PCM to make calls via the hands-
free facilit y or optional Bluetooth
® 
handset. For even greater conveni-
ence, you can use a Bluetooth® 
SIM Access Profile (SAP) -
compa tible handset. Once 
The sof t ware complies with the 
statutory requirements for auto -
matic logbooks as specified by 
the German revenue authorities.Optional for all Cayenne 
models.
Mobile phone preparation.
With this optional preparation, 
you can establish a Bluetooth
® 
connection with a mobile phone 
that only supports the Hands- Free 
Profile (HFP) and use the CDR-31 
audio system or PCM as a hands-
free system. As a Bluetooth
®-
based solution, you can connect 
your handset without even taking 
it out of your pocket. The basic 
phone functions are accessible 
Voice control. 
Do you wish to get to the point – 
or your required destination – 
more quickly? All you have to 
do is say so. The optional voice 
control system with whole-word 
recognition is at your command 
– without the tedious task of 
voice learning. Audio prompts 
make voice inputs even simpler. 
You can also browse through 
lists by voice command.
Optional for all Cayenne 
models.
Electronic logbook.
This optional addition to PCM 
enables you to automatically 
record on every journey the 
 mileage, route distance, date and 
time as well as starting location 
and destination. Data can be 
downloaded from PCM via 
Bluetooth
® or a USB port and 
processed on a PC using soft-
ware included with the package.   connected, the GSM antenna on 
the mobile phone is disabled to 
prolong bat tery life and the ex-
ternal 
vehicle antenna is utilised 
instead. 
Depending on the phone 
model, you can access contact 
details on the mobile phone SIM 
card and internal memory and 
perform all operations via PCM, 
voice control 
or the multifunction 
steering 
wheel, which means 
your phone can remain in your 
pocket.
In addition, the telephone 
module enables you to establish 
a Bluetooth
® connection to a 
mobile phone that only supports 
the Hands- Free Profile (HFP). In 
this case, the GSM connection 
to the mobile phone net work is 
via the handset antenna. PCM 
acts as a hands-free system. 
A cordless handset with keypad 
and display is also available 
as an option. This is stowed in 
the centre console. However, 
the handset cannot be used to 
establish a Bluetooth® connection 
using the Hands- Free Profile 
(HFP).
Optional for all Cayenne 
models.
Universal audio interface. 
On vehicles with the CDR-31 
audio system, this optional 
package located in the front 
centre console provides an AUX-
In port, e.g. for a compatible 
MP3 player. On vehicles equipped 
with PCM, the package includes 
an AUX- In port and a USB port 
which can be used to connect 
an iPod
®. The iPod® as well as 
other compatible MP3 players 
or memory sticks connected 
via USB can be operated using 
PCM. For more information, 
please consult your Porsche 
Centre.
Optional for all Cayenne 
models.
TV tuner. 
The optional T V tuner receives 
unencrypted analogue and digital 
television signals. For your safet y, 
these can only be viewed via 
the PCM display when the vehicle 
is stationary. In conjunction 
with the Porsche Rear Seat 
Enter tainment package, T V 
broadcasts can be received on 
the rear screens while the car 
is in  motion.Optional for all Cayenne 
models.
Universal audio inter face
Electronic logbook
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