
The  Cayenne   |   Cayenne  · 16 
15 · The   Cayenne   |   Cayenne
Everything has changed. 
Apart from the concept.
Cayenne.
At Porsche, we are continually changing. 
Looking for a new and different approach. 
Without ever losing sight of where we’ve 
come from. That ’s how we remain true to 
ourselves.
The basic Cayenne concept is therefore 
the same. We’ve just continued to 
improve it: the Cayenne is now lighter –   
up to 165 kg
1) depending on the specifi -
cation – and also more dynamic, more 
comfortable, and closer to the road than 
ever before. Without detracting from the 
qualities required for off-road driving or 
towing heav y loads.
Its naturally aspirated 3.6-litre V6 engine 
features direct fuel injection (DFI, p. 40), 
variable valve timing on both inlet and 
  exhaust, and a variable resonance intake  manifold – for a generous output and 
  excellent fuel economy. In other words: 
we have enhanced the performance, 
while significantly lowering the weight, 
fuel consumption and CO
2 emissions. The 
figures speak for themselves: maximum 
torque of 400 Nm, 220 kW (300 hp),   
a top speed of 230 km/ h and the abilit y 
to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/ h in 
7.5 seconds. With both fuel consumption 
and CO
2 emissions reduced by 20  %.1)
Delivering this power to the road effi -
ciently, Porsche Traction Management 
(PTM, p. 47) combines active all-wheel 
drive with an electronically variable multi-  
plate clutch, automatic brake differential 
(ABD, p. 47) and anti-slip regulation (ASR, 
p. 47).   Together they enable the perfect 
distri   bution of drive torque to all four  wheels, whether on long straights, 
through tight corners or on surfaces with 
different 
 friction  coefficients  –  for  dynamic 
 handling 
and increased traction. Drive is 
trans   mitted through a high-performance
 
 
six-speed manual gearbox (p. 44), which 
ensures optimum progression through 
the gears.
In addition to the standard 18-inch 
  Cayenne wheels and larger brakes, the 
Cayenne can be fit ted with the optional 
Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake 
(PCCB, p. 66) – for even more outstand -
ing brake performance. 
Another key advantage: a total weight 
saving of approximately 50  % compared 
with equivalent cast-iron discs. The generous standard equipment 
  includes partial-leather seats, climate 
control, the CDR audio system with 
touchscreen, cruise control and auto
-
matic headlight activation. For added 
comfort, there’s also a ‘Welcome Home’ 
lighting function. When you arrive at a 
destination after dark, the headlights 
  remain illuminated for a user-defined 
  period, lighting your path from the car.
So, a unique blend of the great sports 
performance and unrestricted everyday 
practicalit y that is t ypical of Porsche. 
Let ’s be honest, would you have expected 
anything else?
For fuel consumption, CO
2 emissions and efficiency class data, please refer to pages 150/151.1) Compared to previous model. 

The  Cayenne   |   Cayenne  GTS · 24 
23 · The   Cayenne   |   Cayenne  GTS
True, asphalt is rather grey.   
But that need not apply to what’s happening on it.
Cayenne GTS.
GTS – three unmistakable let ters which, in 
conjunction with the name Porsche, have 
writ ten history both on and off the track. 
Three letters that combine exceptional 
racing performance with superb everyday 
agilit y and that, at Porsche, have always 
stood for impressive figures. 
Good reasons to take a closer look at the 
Cayenne GTS. A concept reduced to its 
essential elem   ents: output, performance, 
intelligence. A concept that is true to its 
roots: the tarmac – the place where life 
happens for purists.
In the Cayenne GTS beats the heart of a 
pure-bred athlete that knows only one 
direction: straight ahead. The up   rated, 
naturally aspirated 4.8-litre V8 engine  
delivers 309 kW (420 hp) and maximum 
torque of 515 Nm. The benchmark sprint 
from 0 to 100 km/ h is completed in   just 5.7 seconds. Top speed comes in 
 
at 261 km/ h. 
The Cayenne GTS is also highly   efficient – 
thanks to standard fuel-saving technolo -
gies including the auto start/stop function 
(p. 38), VarioCam Plus (p. 39) and direct 
fuel injection (DFI, p. 40). 
The ride height on the steel-spring sports 
suspension is 24 mm lower than on the 
other Cayenne models – for a lower 
  centre of gravit y. Also fit ted as standard, 
Porsche Active Suspension Management 
(PASM, p. 57) is an electronic damping 
control system.
The striking central air intake underlines 
the sheer power within. The SportDesign 
package – standard fitment on the 
  Cayenne GTS only – includes the following 
features in exterior colour:   athletic lower front and rear apron elem
 
ents, dynamic 
side skirts, unique wheel arch extensions 
and rear spoiler with fixed  bi - plane  design. 
All components have been 
optimised  
in the Porsche wind  
tunnel to improve 
their 
efficiency and   further enhance the 
vehicle’s
 purposeful stance.
The standard sports exhaust system 
  delivers an even more distinctive sound. 
For the looks to match, it features t win 
dual-tube tailpipes with mat t black finish. 
St ylish and safe: the Bi-Xenon headlights 
with black surround and Porsche Dynamic 
Light System (PDLS, p. 63) are fit ted as 
standard. The car features the same day -
time running lights as the Cayenne Turbo: 
each main headlight unit has four LED 
spotlights. The tinted taillights are also 
equipped with LED technology. The Cayenne GTS is fit ted with 20 -inch 
 
RS Spyder Design wheels as standard. 
These one-part alloy wheels feature a 
race-inspired look and brake calipers with 
a red paint finish. 
Pure sports appeal and exclusivit y con-
tinue inside the Cayenne GTS. The door 
panels, armrests, seat centres and roof -
lining are finished in Alcantara. The GTS 
sports seats with 8-way adjustment are 
highly dynamic thanks to their low posi -
tioning. With adjustable fore/aft, 
height 
and squab/ backrest angle set tings,
 they 
also offer exceptional comfort and 
sup-
port – even during performance driving.
The Cayenne GTS. Developed so that life 
can be enjoyed in its purest form.
For fuel consumption, CO
2 emissions and efficiency class data, please refer to pages 150/151. 

Drive systems and chassis  |  Drive systems · 40 
39 · Drive systems and chassis  |   Drive systems
The heart of every Porsche.
Applying power with intelligence.
Engine technology.
Auto start/stop function.
The Cayenne models that are equipped 
with eight-speed Tiptronic S also feature 
an auto start /stop function. If, for ex   - 
ample, you stop at traffic lights and keep 
your foot on the brake pedal, the auto 
start/stop function will automatically   
cut the engine. Although the engine is 
not running, all audio and communication 
systems remain switched on and the 
standard climate control continues to 
maintain the selected temperature. The 
only changes you’ll perceive: peace   
and quiet and – thanks to greater fuel 
economy – also peace of mind.
The system is deactivated in certain 
  situations, e.g. if the outside temperature 
is very high or the bat tery charge is low. 
The starter motor has been revised to  cope with the additional demands of the 
system, and the bat tery charge and life 
are continuously monitored. The battery 
and starter motor are replacement parts 
that are subject to greater wear and tear 
with frequent use of the auto start /stop 
function.
 
Standard on the Cayenne Diesel, 
  Cayenne S, Cayenne S Hybrid, 
 
Cayenne GTS and Cayenne Turbo.  
Available as an option for the Cayenne in 
conjunction with the optional Tiptronic S.
VarioCam Plus. 
VarioCam Plus creates t wo engines out 
of one by steplessly adjusting the inlet 
valve timing and lift.
The system differentiates bet ween nor
-
mal road usage and performance driving, 
adapting seamlessly as driver inputs 
change. All functions are automatically 
controlled by the engine management 
system. All you experience is responsive 
acceleration and ultra-smooth running 
characteristics. Inlet valve timing is 
  steplessly adjusted. To improve response 
when starting from cold, for example, 
VarioCam Plus selects the higher lift 
  setting and retards valve timing.
At medium revs and minimal load, the 
valve lift is lowered and timing advanced 
to minimise fuel consumption and emis -
sions. At low engine speeds in particular,  VarioCam Plus significantly improves fuel 
economy. To achieve maximum power 
and torque, the valve lift is raised. 
Overall, the system provides greater 
  performance with relatively modest fuel 
consumption.
Standard on the Cayenne S,  
Cayenne GTS and Cayenne Turbo.
Variable valve timing.
The V6 engine in the Cayenne features 
variable valve timing on both inlet and 
  exhaust. The camshaft phase angles 
 
are continuously varied by the engine 
management system via rotary-vane 
 adjusters. 
On the Cayenne S Hybrid, the inlet valve 
timing is continuously adjusted.
VarioCam Plus
The key benefits include better fuel 
  economy and lower emissions. It also 
helps to generate greater power and 
torque – even at low engine speeds.
Standard on the Cayenne and  
Cayenne S Hybrid.
For fuel consumption, CO2 emissions and efficiency class data, please refer to pages 
15 0/ 151. 

Safety and environment  |  Safet y · 64 
63 · Safety and environment   |  Safet y
Driving with foresight.
Quite literally. 
Active safety.
It’s always a pleasure taking corners   
in a Porsche. Especially when they’re   
now so visible at night. The striking 
  lighting arrangement is also instantly 
 recognisable.
Automatic headlight activation.
The headlights are automatically 
switched on when darkness sets in   
or when driving through a tunnel in the 
daytime. Other features include an auto -
matic switch-off and ‘Welcome Home’ 
function – when you arrive at a destin -
ation after dark, the headlights remain 
  illuminated for a user-defined period, 
lighting your path from the car.
Standard on all Cayenne models. 
Halogen main headlights.
The projector-beam halogen main head -
lights feature automatic static range 
  control and reflection high-beam lights – 
for optimum illumination of the road.
Standard on the Cayenne, Cayenne 
  Diesel, Cayenne S and Cayenne S 
Hybrid.
Bi-Xenon main headlights with   
Porsche Dynamic Light System (PDLS).
The Bi-Xenon main headlights – which 
also have a black surround on the 
  Cayenne GTS – feature halogen auxiliary 
headlights, integrated headlight cleaning 
and automatic dynamic range control. 
This provides more uniform illumination 
of the road in both dipped and high-beam 
mode.  The dynamic cornering light function 
swivels the main headlights towards the 
inside of a bend based on the current 
steering angle and road speed. The static 
cornering lights activate the auxiliary 
headlights in order to illuminate more of 
the road in tight bends and turns. 
PDLS also features speed-sensitive 
  headlight control and an adverse 
  weather function, which is activated 
 
in conjunction with the rear foglight –  
for even greater safet y, not just at night 
and during cornering.
 
 
Standard on the Cayenne GTS and 
  Cayenne Turbo. Optional for all other 
Cayenne models. 
 
Porsche Dynamic Light System Plus 
(PDLS Plus).
PDLS Plus offers t wo additional func -
tions: high Beam Assistant recognises 
oncoming vehicles and automatically 
switches the headlights from high beam 
to dipped beam. 
As you approach a crossing, Intersection 
Assistant activates the left and right 
  indicators, making the beam of light 
broader and shorter. This improves illu -
mination of the area directly surrounding 
the vehicle, making the driver more 
aware of what ’s going on around him.
Optional for all Cayenne models. 
Daytime running lights. 
Fit ted as standard on all Cayenne 
  models: LED day time running lights.   On the Cayenne, Cayenne Diesel, 
  Cayenne S and Cayenne S Hybrid, these 
are arranged horizontally in the front light 
units, whereas on the Cayenne GTS and 
the Cayenne Turbo each main  
headlight 
unit has four LED spotlights. Day time 
running lights improve safet y in the  
day time as they make you more visible   
to other road users.
Taillights. 
LED technology is used for all functions 
on the rear light modules. For an ultra-
fast response and greater luminance.   
In 
short: for greater safet y. In an emer -
gency stop, the adaptive LED brake 
lights on the Cayenne models pulsate  
to alert the traffic behind more quickly  
to a critical situation. The high-level third 
brake light is integrated into the roof 
s p o i l e r.
Headlight on Cayenne Turbo
Headlight on Cayenne, Cayenne Diesel, 
 
Cayenne S, Cayenne S Hybrid
Headlight on Cayenne GTS 

Safety and environment  |  Safet y · 68 
67 · Safety and environment   |  Safet y
Recuperation.
The electronic engine management sys -
tem on the Cayenne S Hybrid controls 
the braking process so that, when  
the brake pedal is actuated, as much 
  expended energy as possible can be 
 
harnessed by the electric machine in gen-
erator mode and stored in the 288-volt 
nickel metal hydride (NiMH) bat tery. This 
is referred to as recuperation. To do this, 
the engine management system adjusts 
the generator current depending on the 
brake pedal position, recovers part of  
the kinetic energy and stores it in the 
bat tery. When the pressure on the brake 
pedal exceeds a certain threshold, the 
brakes are applied.
Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake 
(PCCB).
 
Available as an option on all Cayenne 
models, the Porsche Ceramic Composite 
Brake (PCCB) has already proven its 
  abilit y to cope with the harshest require -
ments of the racetrack. It is available in 
conjunction with 20-inch wheels or larger 
for the Cayenne Turbo and with 19-inch 
wheels or larger for all other Cayenne 
models.
The discs are made from a specially 
treated carbon-fibre compound that is 
  silicated in a high-vacuum process at 
  approximately 1,700 °C. The resulting 
material is not only much harder than 
cast iron, it is also more resistant to 
heat.
  Even at high temperatures, the thermal 
resistance of the PCCB disc ensures 
  outstanding dimensional stability. The 
  ceramic material is totally resistant to 
corrosion and offers excellent acoustic 
damping properties.
PCCB enables shorter braking distances 
– no mat ter how tough the driving 
  conditions. The pedal response is fast 
and precise with only moderate input 
  required. Excellent fade resistance 
  ensures greater balance when slowing 
from high speed. 
The key advantage of PCCB is a total 
weight saving of approximately 50 
% 
compared with equivalent cast-iron discs. 
As well as enhancing performance and  fuel economy, the unsprung and rotating 
masses are lightened. The results: 
  greater comfort and road-holding on 
  uneven road surfaces plus better 
  handling and agility.
Optional for all Cayenne models. 
Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB)For fuel consumption, CO2 emissions and efficiency class data, please refer to pages 150/151. 

Safety and environment  |  Safet y · 70 
69 · Safety and environment   |  Safet y
Porsche Stability Management (PSM).
Porsche Stabilit y Management (PSM) is 
an electronic control system that uses a 
range of functions – including anti-lock 
braking (ABS) – to help stabilise the 
  vehicle (and trailer, if fit ted) in hazardous 
road scenarios. Throughout each journey, 
sensors monitor the direction, speed, 
yaw velocit y and lateral acceleration of 
the car. Using this information, it is pos-
sible to calculate the actual direction of 
travel at any given moment. If the car 
  begins to oversteer or understeer, PSM 
applies selective braking on individual 
wheels to restore stabilit y. If necessary, 
PSM can also intervene in the engine 
management system to temporarily 
  modify the amount of drive transmitted 
to the wheels.  PSM has three additional functions that 
help reduce braking distances. If the 
throt tle pedal is released suddenly, PSM 
automatically readies the braking sys
-
tem. The pressure in the brake lines   
is marginally increased, bringing each   
of the pads into light contact with the 
corresponding disc. If the driver goes on 
to apply the brakes, the calipers respond 
more quickly and the braking distance is 
reduced. 
In an emergency stop – i.e. when the 
pressure on the brake pedal exceeds   
a certain threshold – the brake assist 
function uses the PSM hydraulics to 
apply maximum braking force at all   
four wheels. 
Preparing for the road ahead.
With a little help from PSM.
For added safet y, the system also read -
ies the brakes whenever a decreasing 
distance to the vehicle in front is detect -
ed. The optional adaptive cruise control 
and PSM interact to prefill the brakes.
Even if adaptive cruise control is inactive, 
the system registers the speed of the 
  vehicle in front and automatically readies 
the braking system. In addition, the sys -
tem alerts the driver to the decreasing 
distance by briefly tugging on the 
brakes.
PSM also features a trailer stabilisation 
function – for a significant contribution  
to car and trailer safet y. Within the laws 
of physics, it compensates for load   
transfer caused by throt tle and brake    inputs up to the maximum degree of 
  lateral acceleration. It also enhances the 
car’s driving dynamics and directional 
stability when accelerating on inconsis
-
tent road surfaces.
Other features include a special control 
strategy in the ABS for braking on loose 
surfaces. By briefly locking the wheels,   
a wedge is formed ahead of each t yre 
which provides additional purchase to 
help slow the car, e.g. on gravel or snow.
For a more involving driving experience, 
PSM can also be disabled, but remains 
active in the background.
Standard on all Cayenne models.  

Personalisation · 130 
129 · Personalisation SportDesign package
Tinted LED taillights
Bi-Xenon main headlights in black
Panoramic roof system –  not available
  extra-cost option•  standard equipment■  no-cost option
For more information on the options featured in this catalogue, please refer to the price list.
OptionCayenne
Cayenne Diesel
Cayenne S
Cayenne S Hybrid
Cayenne GTS
Cayenne TurboI no. Page
Exterior.
Roof rails/drip rails with mat t Aluminium Look finish••••–•3S1
115
Roof rails/drip rails with black finish••••••3S5115
Roof rails/drip rails with mat t Aluminium Look finish incl.  
roof transport system••••–•5W1
115
Roof rails/drip rails with black finish incl. roof transport system••••••5W4115
Automatically dimming exterior and interior mirrors••••••PA1/ PA 2 10 6
Automatic tailgate••••••4E7113
Towbar system with electrically deployable towball••••••1D9117
Towbar system with manually detachable towball•••–••1D2
117
Park Assist (front and rear)••••••7X2 10 6
Reversing camera with Park Assist (front and rear)••••••7X810 6
Tinted LED taillights with adaptive brake lights
Exclusive••••••8SB
Bi-Xenon main headlights with Porsche Dynamic Light System (PDLS)••••–
•8JE 63
Bi-Xenon main headlights in black with Porsche Dynamic Light System 
(PDLS)
Exclusive
••••••8 E F/
8JG 63
Porsche Dynamic Light System Plus (PDLS Plus)••••••8G1
63
OptionCayenne
Cayenne Diesel
Cayenne S
Cayenne S Hybrid
Cayenne GTS
Cayenne TurboI no.Page
Exterior.
Metallic paint••••••Code 120
Special colours
••••••Code 121
Porsche Entry & Drive
••••••4F2 10 2
SportDesign package with side skirts
Exclusive•••• ••2 D1
SportDesign package without side skirts
Exclusive•••• –•2D2
Monochrome black exterior package (high -gloss)
•••• ••QJ4
Deletion of model designation
■■■■■■0NA
Wheel arch extensions in black with side door protection mouldings
•••• –•6GB
Wheel arch extensions in exterior colour
•••• –•6GH
Stainless steel skid plate (front)
•••• –•2JC
Stainless steel skid plates (front and rear)
•••• –•2JX
Running boards
•••• –•VR1
Door-sill trim strips in aluminium
•••• –•VR5
16
Privacy glass
••••••4KF 10 0
Heat and noise-insulating glass
••••••VW5 10 0
Heated windscreen
••••••4GG/4GH 10 0
Electric slide/tilt sunroof in glass
••••••3FE 10 4
Panoramic roof system
••••••3FU 10 4 

155 · IndexIndex · 155
Index
Drive systems  28
‘Coasting’   21
Electric machine   28
Hybrid module   28
Parallel full hybrid   28
Performance   31–36
Engine technology  38
Air intake system   42
Auto start/stop function   38
Common-rail injection system   40
Cooling systems   40
Direct fuel injection (DFI)   40
Engine management (electronic)   42
E-power button   30
Exhaust system   43
High-voltage battery   30
Lubrication   41
Sports exhaust system   43
Supercharging system   42
Turbocharging systems   42
Variable Turbine Geometry (VTG)   42
Variable valve timing   39
VarioCam Plus   39
Transmission 44
All-wheel drive   47
Anti-slip regulation (ASR)   47
Automatic brake differential (ABD)   47
Downhill assistance   48
Manual gearbox   44
Porsche Traction Management (PTM)   47
Tiptronic S   44
Off-road capability  50
Chassis 52
Air suspension   54
Front axle  53
Porsche Active Suspension   
Management (PASM)   57
Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control   
(PDCC)   55
Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus  
(PT V Plus)   56
Power steering Plus  53
Rear axle  53
Self-levelling   54
Steel-spring suspension 54
Steering   53
Tyre Pressure Monitoring (TPM)   58
Ty r e s   5 8
Weight reduction   53
Wheels   58
Safety 62
Active safet y  62
Airbags   70
Anti-lock braking (ABS)  68
Automatic headlight activation   62
Automatic hold function  65
Bodyshell  71
Braking systems   65
Ceramic brakes   66
Cornering lights   63
Day time running lights  63
Headlights   63
Interior safety features   70, 71
ISOFIX  71
Lighting   62
Parking brake (electric)  65
Passive Safet y   70
Porsche Active Safe (PAS)   110
Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake 
(PCCB)   66
Porsche Dynamic Light System   
(PDLS)   63
Porsche Dynamic Light System Plus 
(PDLS Plus)  63
Porsche Side Impact Protection   
(POSIP)   70
Porsche Stabilit y Management (PSM)   68
Recuperation   66
Seat belt system   70
Taillights  63
Environment  72
Exhaust emissions   74
Fuel economy   75
Fuel system   75
Lightweight construction   72
Materials   77
Noise  77
Recycling   77
Ser vicing   77
Comfort 80
Adaptive sports seats 84
Anti-theft protection   102
Audio systems   90
Bluetooth
®   92, 93
BOSE
® Surround Sound System   98
Burmester
® High-End Surround   
Sound System   96
CD/ DVD autochanger   90
CDR/CDR Plus audio system  90
Child seats   87
Climate control   100
Comfort memory package   84
Comfort seats   84
Compass display   80
Digital radio  95
Driver memory package   84
Electronic logbook   95
GTS sports seats  84
Heat and noise-insulating glass  100
Heated windscreen  100
Interior   80
Interior lighting   88
Mobile phone preparation   93
MP3   90, 91, 93
Multifunction steering wheel   80Navigation system  
90
On-board computer   80
Online services  94
Panoramic roof system   104
Porsche Communication   
Management (PCM)   90
Porsche  Entry & Drive   102
Porsche Rear Seat Entertainment   88
Porsche Vehicle Tracking System   
( P V T S)  10 2
Privacy glass   100
Radio   90
Rain sensor   102
Rear seats  87
Seat ventilation  85
Seat/steering wheel heating  85
Seats  84
Sport Chrono Package  95
Storage compartments   88
S u n r o o f    10 4
S u n s c r e e n    10 2
Telephone module   92
Touchscreen display   90
T V tuner   88, 92
Universal audio interface   93
USB port  90, 93
Voice control   93
Driver assistance systems   106
Adaptive cruise control with PAS  110
Automatic headlight activation  62
Automatically dimming mirrors  106
Comfort lighting package   100
Cruise control   106
Lane Change Assist (LCA)   109
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)  108
P a r k A s s i s t    10 6
Reversing camera   106
Speed limit indicator  111
Tr a n s p o r t 112
Loading Level  113
Loading options   112
Loadspace management system   117
Luggage compartment   112
Roof rails  115
Roof transport system  115
Tailgate (automatic)   113
Towbar systems   117
Personalisation 118
C o l o u rs   120
Exterior   120
I n t e r i o r   122–127
Porsche Exclusive 140
Factory collection   141
Panorama  142
Technical data   146