
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. 

Drive systems and chassis  |  Drive systems · 34 
33 · Drive systems and chassis  |   Drive systems
The engine of the Cayenne Diesel.
The Cayenne Diesel is powered by a   
3.0 -litre V6 turbo - diesel engine with   
a common-rail injection system. Its 
  turbocharger features Variable Turbine 
Geometry (VTG, p. 42). The incoming 
exhaust gases drive a set of electronical -
ly   variable turbine blades whose angle is 
continuously adjusted to ensure optimum 
The engine of the Cayenne.
On all Cayenne petrol engines, we have 
used direct fuel injection (DFI, p. 40) to 
achieve a significant increase in specific 
power and torque as well as bet ter fuel 
economy and lower emissions.
2)
Cayenne Diesel engine Cayenne Diesel: 550 Nm bet ween 1,750 and 2,750 rpm, 180 kW (245 hp)   
bet ween 3,800 and 4,400 rpm
1) Compared to previous model (Model Year 2010).  2) Compared to previous model.
performance under all engine loads. This 
results in an output of 180 kW (245 hp) 
and maximum torque of 550 Nm. The  
car accelerates from 0 to 100 km/ h in 
7.6 seconds. Maximum torque is avail -
able bet ween 1,750 and 2,750 rpm. Top 
speed is 220 km/ h, while fuel consump -
tion has been lowered.
1)
The Cayenne features a naturally aspi   r-
ated 3.6-litre V6 engine with direct fuel 
injection (DFI) and variable valve timing 
on both inlet and exhaust. The unit 
  delivers 220 kW (300 hp) at 6,300 rpm 
and maximum torque of 400 Nm at  3,000 rpm. Maximum speed is 230 km/ h. 
The car requires 7.5 seconds to reach 
100 km/ h with a manual gearbox. 
 
At the same time, fuel economy has   
been improved by up to 20  %.
2)
Cayenne: 400 Nm at 3,000 rpm, 220 kW (300 hp) at 6,300 rpm Cayenne engine
For fuel consumption, CO2 emissions and efficiency class data, please refer to pages 150/151.
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Drive systems and chassis  |  Transmission · 46 
45 · Drive systems and chassis  |   Transmission
Precision control.
Whatever your choice of terrain.
Transmission.
Six-speed manual gearbox.
The six-speed manual gearbox on the 
Cayenne has been specifically adapted 
for the demands of high-performance 
use. The gear lever throw is short and 
precise, 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 upshift display in the 
  instrument cluster helps to reduce fuel 
consumption further still. Eight-speed Tiptronic S is also available 
as an option on the Cayenne in conjunc
-
tion with the auto start/stop function.
Standard on the Cayenne.
Eight-speed Tiptronic S.
The outstanding feature of the eight-
speed Tiptronic S is a particularly wide 
ratio spread. 1st gear is designed for 
optimum acceleration when pulling away 
and greater performance when tackling 
ascents and towing loads in off-road 
  terrain. Top speed is reached in 6th gear 
(in 7th gear on the Cayenne Diesel). The 
remaining upper gears are used to lower 
the revs at high speed, thereby enhanc -
ing fuel economy and occupant comfort.  On the motorway in particular, driving 
 
at low revs will significantly reduce the 
noise level inside the vehicle. 
In automatic mode, the driver can influ -
ence gearshifts on the Tiptronic S using 
the throt tle and brakes alone. Tiptronic S 
automatically adapts the gearshift points 
for performance driving – equally, if a 
more defensive driving st yle is detected, 
the system selects a gearshift point that 
offers maximum fuel economy. Under 
heav y braking, Tiptronic S shifts down to 
maximise engine braking.
An electric pump is used to maintain the 
required pressure of the transmission fluid, 
e.g. to transmit high levels of torque
 at 
lower engine speeds.  The standard sports steering wheel in 
conjunction with Tiptronic S has two 
  ergonomic switches for manual gear 
changes. One press forward with the 
thumb and Tiptronic S shifts up. One 
 
pull backwards with the index finger and 
Tiptronic S shifts down. Either the right 
or left-hand switch can be used. The 
  result: an even more dynamic response 
when changing gear.
Standard on the Cayenne Diesel, 
  Cayenne S, Cayenne S Hybrid, 
 
Cayenne GTS and Cayenne Turbo. 
Optional for the Cayenne.
Tiptronic S gear selector
For fuel consumption, CO2 emissions and efficiency class data, please refer to pages 
15 0/ 151. 

Safety and environment  |  Safet y · 66 
65 · Safety and environment   |  Safet y
Outstanding brake performance.
To the point.
Braking systems.
Porsche brakes are renowned worldwide 
as the benchmark in performance and 
durability. Equipped with larger and more 
powerful braking systems, the Cayenne 
models continue this tradition by offering 
excellent deceleration – even when the 
car is fully laden with five adult occu -
pants, a full complement of luggage and   
a braked trailer load of up to 3,500 kg 
(Cayenne with manual gearbox: 2,700 kg).
All Cayenne models have internally 
  vented discs all round, ensuring con -
sistent performance during heav y use.  The front disc dimensions (diameter/
thickness) are 350 mm/34 mm on  
the Cayenne and Cayenne Diesel, 
360 mm/36 mm on the Cayenne S, 
  Cayenne S Hybrid and Cayenne GTS, and 
390 mm/38 mm on the Cayenne Turbo. 
All models have  
six-piston monobloc 
 
aluminium brake calipers at the front 
and four-piston equivalents at the rear.
The calipers are black on the Cayenne 
and Cayenne Diesel and silver on the 
Cayenne S and Cayenne S Hybrid. On 
the Cayenne GTS and the Cayenne Turbo, 
they feature a striking red paint finish.
Standard braking system on Cayenne Turbo Standard braking system on Cayenne S, 
 
Cayenne S Hybrid/Cayenne GTS; calipers in red
Standard braking system on Cayenne, Cayenne Diesel
Braking is assisted by a tandem booster 
and large brake master cylinder. Further 
assistance is provided by PSM (p. 68). 
For greater safet y, the brake pads are 
equipped with wear sensors, alerting 
the driver when new pads are required.
Electric parking brake. 
Manually activated and deactivated,   
the electric parking brake releases 
  automatically as you drive off.
Automatic hold function.
With the automatic hold function, you   
can pull away on the flat or a slope 
  without ever rolling back. The system 
  automatically detects when the vehicle 
has come to a halt on an uphill gradient. 
PSM then maintains the brake pressure 
at all four wheels for a brief period to 
prevent the vehicle from moving in the 
opposite direction. 

Comfort and transport  |  Tra n s p o rt  · 118 
Loadspace management system.
This facilit y enables you to partition the 
luggage compartment and secure 
indi-
vidual objects during transit using a rail 
system with sliding telescopic bar, a 
 
fixing belt and four variable lashing eyelets. 
A reversible mat protects 
against dir t 
while securing luggage under braking, etc. 
The package also includes a loadspace 
partition net which provides additional 
safet y when the car is fully laden. The 
partition at taches to one of t wo easily 
accessible points on the rooflining.
Optional for all Cayenne models.
Towbar systems. 
For the largest of loads, you can choose 
from t wo towing options: an electrically 
deployable towbar system or a manually 
detachable towbar. With the electric 
  system, the ball neck is retracted at the 
push of a but ton and concealed beneath 
the rear apron. Both options have a   
13-pin socket and offer a maximum 
braked trailer load of 3,500 kg (2,700 kg 
on the Cayenne with manual gearbox)   
or an un    braked load of 750 kg, with a 
maximum noseweight of 140 kg. Both 
systems are also available for future 
installation. All models have a towbar 
preparation as standard.
Optional for all Cayenne models.
117 · Comfort and transport   |  Tra n s p o rt 

147 · Technical dataTechnical data · 148 
Technical data.CayenneCayenne DieselCayenne S
Engine/electric motor
Configuration/cylinders V6 V6V8
Displacement 3,598 cm
32,967 cm34,806 cm3
Max. power (DIN) at rpm220 kW ( 300 hp) at 6,300 rpm 18 0 kW ( 245 hp) at 3,800–4,400 rpm 294 kW (400 hp) at 6,500 rpm
Max. torque at rpm 400 Nm at 3,000 rpm 550 Nm at 1,75 0 –2,75 0 r p m 500 Nm at 3,500–5,300 rpm
Compression ratio 11. 7 : 1 16 . 8 : 1 12.5 : 1
Max. power (electric machine)   
at  rpm –
––
Max. torque (electric machine)
at  rpm –
––
Max. power (parallel full hybrid)
at  rpm –
––
Max. torque (parallel full hybrid)   
at  rpm –
––
Transmission
LayoutPorsche Traction Management (PTM):
active all-wheel drive with elec-
tronically variable, map-controlled 
  multi-plate clutch, automatic brake 
differential (ABD) and anti-slip 
 regulation  (ASR) Porsche Traction Management (PTM):
permanent all-wheel drive with 
self-locking centre dif ferential, auto
-
matic brake dif ferential (ABD) and 
anti-slip regulation (ASR) Porsche Traction Management (PTM):
active all-wheel drive with elec
-
tronically variable, map-controlled 
multi-plate clutch, automatic brake 
differential (ABD) and anti-slip 
 regulation  (ASR)
Lockable differentials (standard) Electronically controlled multi-plate clutch,  
variable inter-axle lock Self-locking centre differential
Electronically controlled multi-plate clutch,  
variable inter-axle lock
6-speed manual gearbox Standard ––
8-speed Tiptronic S Optional StandardStandard
Cayenne S HybridCayenne GTS Cayenne Turbo
V6 V8 V8
2,995  cm
34,806  cm34,806 cm3
245 kW ( 333 hp) at 5,500 – 6,500 rpm 309 kW ( 420 hp) at 6,500 rpm 368 kW ( 500 hp) at 6,000 rpm
440  Nm at 3,000–5,250 rpm 515 Nm at 3,500 rpm 700 Nm at 2,250–4,500 rpm
10. 5  : 1 12.5 : 1 10.5 : 1
34 kW (47 hp) at > 1,150 rpm  – –
300 Nm at < 1,150 rpm   – –
279 kW (380 hp) at 5,500 rpm  – –
580 Nm at 1,000 rpm   – –
Porsche Traction Management (PTM): 
permanent all-wheel drive with 
self-locking centre dif ferential, auto -
matic brake dif ferential (ABD) and 
anti-slip regulation (ASR) Porsche Traction Management (PTM): 
active all-wheel drive with elec
-
tronically variable, map-controlled 
multi-plate clutch, automatic brake 
differential (ABD) and anti-slip 
 regulation  (ASR) Porsche Traction Management (PTM): 
active all-wheel drive with elec
-
tronically variable, map-controlled 
multi-plate clutch, automatic brake 
differential (ABD) and anti-slip 
 regulation  (ASR)
Self-locking centre differential Electronically controlled multi-plate clutch,  
variable inter-axle lock Electronically controlled multi-plate clutch, 
 
variable inter-axle lock
– – –
Standard Standard Standard
All information in respect of features, design, 
  performance, dimensions, weight, fuel consumption 
and  running costs is correct at the time of publication. 
  Porsche reser ves the right to alter specifications   
and other product information without prior notice.
For fuel consumption, CO2 emissions and 
efficiency class data, please refer to 
p a ge s 15 0/ 151. 

149 · Technical dataTechnical data · 150 
CayenneCayenne DieselCayenne S
Chassis
Front a xle Extra-large format double wishbone
suspension, fully independent Extra-large format double wishbone
suspension, fully independentExtra-large format double wishbone
suspension, fully independent
Rear axle Multi-link suspension, fully independent Multi-link suspension, fully independentMulti-link suspension, fully independent
Steering Power-assisted, hydraulic Power-assisted, hydraulicPower-assisted, hydraulic
Brakes 6-piston monobloc aluminium fixed
calipers at front, 4-piston monobloc
aluminium brakes at rear, ABS 6-piston monobloc aluminium fixed
calipers at front, 4-piston monobloc
aluminium brakes at rear, ABS6-piston monobloc aluminium fixed
calipers at front, 4-piston monobloc
aluminium brakes at rear, ABS
Wheels 8.0J x 18 8.0J x 188.0J x 18
Ty r e s 255/55 R 18 255/55 R 18255/55 R 18
Unladen weightManual gearbox/ Tiptronic STiptronic STiptronic S
DIN 1,995 kg /2,030 kg 2,080 kg 2,065 kg
EC
1)2,070  kg /2,105  kg 2,155 k g 2 ,14 0 k g
Permissible gross weight 2,865 kg /2,900  kg 2,940 k g 2,940 k g
Maximum payload 770 kg / 770  kg 760 k g 775 kg
PerformanceManual gearbox/ Tiptronic S Tiptronic STiptronic S
Top speed 230 km/ h / 230 km/ h 220 km/ h258 km/ h
0–100  km/h 7.5 secs/7.8 secs 7.6 secs5.9 secs
Flexibility (manual gearbox) in second   
highest (5th) gear, 80 –120 km/ h 9.6 secs
––
Overtaking acceleration (automatic
transmission) 80 –120 km/ h 5.4 secs
5.3 secs4.0 secs
Cayenne S HybridCayenne GTS Cayenne Turbo
Extra-large format double wishbone
suspension, fully independent Extra-large format double wishbone
suspension, fully independent Extra-large format double wishbone
suspension, fully independent
Multi-link suspension, fully independent Multi-link suspension, fully independent Multi-link suspension, fully independent
Power-assisted, electro-hydraulic Power-assisted, hydraulic Power-assisted, hydraulic
6-piston monobloc aluminium fixed
calipers at front, 4-piston monobloc
aluminium brakes at rear, ABS 6-piston monobloc aluminium fixed
calipers at front, 4-piston monobloc
aluminium brakes at rear, ABS 6-piston monobloc aluminium fixed
calipers at front, 4-piston monobloc
aluminium brakes at rear, ABS
8.0J x 18 9.5J x 20 8.5J x 19
255/55 R 18 275/45 R 20 265/50 R 19
Tiptronic S Tiptronic S Tiptronic S
2,240  k g 2,085 kg 2,170 k g
2,315  k g 2,16 0 k g 2,245 k g
2,910  k g 2,940 k g 2,980 k g
670  kg 755 kg 710 k g
Tiptronic S Tiptronic S Tiptronic S
242  k m / h 261 k m / h 278 km/ h
6.5  secs 5.7 secs 4.7 secs
–  – –
4.6 secs 3.8 secs 3.1 secs
1)  The unladen weight (EC) complies with the relevant EC Directives and is valid for standard specification vehicles only. Some items of optional equipment can increase this weight.   
The figure specified above includes 68 kg representing the driver and 7 kg for luggage. All information in respect of features, design, per formance, dimensions, weight, fuel consumption and running costs is correct at the time of publication.  
Porsche reser ves the right to alter specifications and other product information without prior notice.
Technical data. 

Technical data · 152 
151 · Technical data
1)  The data presented here was recorded in accordance with the Euro 5 test procedure (715/2007/ EC, 692/2008/ EC, 566/2011/ EC and ECE- R 101) and the NEDC (New European Driving Cycle).  The   respective figures were not recorded on individual vehicles and do not constitute par t of the of fer. This data is provided solely for the purposes of comparison bet ween the respective models. Fuel consumption was recorded  on  vehicles with standard specification. Optional equipment may af fect fuel consumption and vehicle per formance. Fuel consumption and CO2 emissions are not only determined by a vehicle’s fuel ef ficiency, but also by the driving st yle  and other factors irrespective of vehicle specification. All current petrol engines from Porsche are compatible with a fuel ethanol content of up to 10  %. For more information on individual models, please contact your Porsche Centre.
CayenneCayenne DieselCayenne S
Fuel consumption/emissions/  
efficiency class
1)Manual gearbox/ Tiptronic S Tiptronic STiptronic S
Fuel grade Super Plus DieselSuper Plus
Urban in l/100 km 15.9/ 13. 2 8.414 . 4
Extra urban in l/100 km 8.5/8.0 6.58.2
Combined in l/100 km 11. 2 / 9 . 9 7. 210. 5
CO
2 emission in g / km 263/236 189245
Emissions standard EU 5 EU 5EU 5
Efficiency class (Germany)
3)G/E CE
Efficiency class (Switzerland)
3)G/G DG
Dimensions
Length4,846 mm 4,846 mm 4,846 mm
Width (incl. mirrors) 1,939 mm (2,155 mm) 1,939 mm (2,155 mm)1,939 mm (2,155 mm)
Height 1,705 m m 1,705 m m 1,705 m m
Wheelbase 2,895 mm 2,895 mm 2,895 mm
Luggage compartment volume (VDA),   
with rear seats folded 670 litres/1,780 litres
670 litres/1,780 litres670 litres/1,780 litres
Tank capacity/reserve 85 litres/15 litres 85 litres/13 litres85 litres/15 litres
Cayenne S HybridCayenne GTS Cayenne Turbo 
Tiptronic S Tiptronic S Tiptronic S
Super Super Plus Super Plus
8.7 14 . 8 15.8
7. 9 8.5 8.4
8.2 10.7 11. 5
193 251 270
EU 5 EU 5 EU 5
B F F
E G G
4,846  mm 4,846 mm 4,846 mm
1,939 mm (2,155 mm) 1,954 mm (2,155 mm) 1,939 mm (2,155 mm)
1,705  m m 1,6 8 8 m m 1,702 m m
2,895  mm 2,895 mm 2,895 mm
580 litres/1,690 litres   670 litres/1,705 litres/1,780 litres
2)670 litres/1,705 litres/1,780 litres2)
85 litres/13 litres 85 litres/15 litres 100 litres/15 litres
2)  In conjunction with comfort memory package.3)  Only valid in the countries specified.All information in respect of features, design, per formance, dimensions, weight, fuel consumption and running costs is correct at the time of publication.  Porsche reser ves the right to alter specifications and other product information without prior notice.
Technical data.