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The Porsche Cayenne Electric is the most powerful production Porsche of all time, with a power output of up to 1,156 PS, 1,500 Nm of torque, a 0-62 mph time of 2.5 seconds, up to 400 kW charging power and up to 398 miles of range.
The all-electric Cayenne family initially comprises two models: the Cayenne Electric and the Cayenne Turbo Electric – both with all-wheel drive and therefore equipped with electronic Porsche Traction Management (ePTM).
The Cayenne Turbo accelerates from 0-62 mph in 2.5 seconds and reaches a top speed of 161 mph. This performance is made possible by a newly developed drive system that develops up to 1,156 PS and up to 1,500 Nm of torque when Launch Control is activated. The Turbo variant features direct oil cooling of the electric motor on the rear axle to ensure high continuous output and efficiency – an innovation from motorsport.
In normal driving mode, up to 857 PS is available. By means of the Push-to-Pass function, an additional 176 PS can be activated for 10 seconds at the press of a button.
The entry-level Cayenne model has 408 PS in normal operation and 442 PS and 835 Nm of torque with Launch Control. It accelerates from 0-62 mph in 4.8 seconds.
The Cayenne Electric also offers leading energy recovery figures, achieving Formula E levels with up to 600 kW of recuperative power. In everyday life, about 97 per cent of all braking operations can be handled purely by the electric motors; the mechanical friction brakes rarely need to intervene. For the Cayenne Turbo, Porsche Ceramic Composite Brakes (PCCB) are also available as an option.
The Cayenne Electric owes much of its versatility to its chassis. Adaptive air suspension with Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) is fitted as standard on both models. The Turbo also features the Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus (PTV Plus) limited-slip rear differential. Both models can be equipped with rear-axle steering, which steers the rear wheels by up to five degrees. In addition, Porsche Active Ride is also available for the flagship model for the first time. The active suspension system, familiar from Porsche sports saloons and newly used on the Cayenne, almost completely compensates for body movements and ensures exceptional stability, dynamics and comfort.
At the heart of the all-electric Cayenne models is the newly developed 113 kWh high-voltage battery, which benefits from double-sided cooling for optimum thermal management. This results in a combined WLTP range of up to 398 miles for the Cayenne Electric and up to 386 miles for the Turbo.
Thanks to its 800-volt technology, the Cayenne charges at a DC charging capacity of up to 390 kW – and under specific conditions even up to 400 kW. The SoC (State of Charge) can be increased from 10 to 80 per cent in less than 16 minutes, and energy for a range of 201 miles (Cayenne) or 195 miles (Cayenne Turbo) can be added within 10 minutes. Robust charging performance was a primary focus during the development of the new Cayenne.
The Cayenne Electric is also the first Porsche to optionally support inductive charging, with a system that charges at up to 11 kW. All that Porsche Wireless Charging requires is for the user to park above a floor plate. The charging process then starts automatically.
For customers with special requirements in terms of approach angle and robustness, there is the Off-Road package. Its front section with modified geometry helps to safely navigate rough dirt roads, particularly steep ascents or descents and difficult terrain.
Thanks to a drag coefficient of 0.25, the new Cayenne Electric is one of the most aerodynamic SUVs in its class, offering benefits in terms of range and energy consumption. The Porsche Active Aerodynamics (PAA) system precisely adapts the car’s aerodynamic properties to the respective driving situation and speed and, alongside an efficient control strategy, also contributes to the driving dynamics expected of the brand with extra downforce.
The active aerodynamic elements include movable cooling air flaps in the nose, an adaptive roof spoiler and the innovative, active aeroblades at the rear of the Turbo. They extend the lateral tear-off edges and improve the flow characteristics, which leads to an increase in range, especially at higher speeds. Other aerodynamic measures include air curtains in the front bodywork, an almost completely enclosed underbody, special aero wheels and a diffuser at the rear.
The new Cayenne Electric is 55 millimetres longer than the combustion-engined model. The new SUV is 4,985 mm long, 1,980 mm wide and 1,674 mm high. The difference is greatest in the wheelbase (3,023 mm), where an increase of almost 13 cm means more rear legroom and comfort for the passengers in the back than ever before. The rear seat system is electrically adjustable as standard and offers flexible adjustment options from a comfort position to a cargo one. Luggage capacity is 781 to 1,588 litres, plus the 90-litre front luggage compartment. The new car also has a towing capacity of up to 3.5 tonnes.
Customers can choose from 13 standard colours, nine wheel designs from 20 to 22 inches, 12 interior combinations as well as up to five interior packages and up to five accent packages.
At the heart of the newly developed Porsche Driver Experience is the Flow Display – a curved OLED panel that blends into the centre console and allows clear separation between the display and control areas. It is complemented by a fully digital instrument cluster with 14.25-inch OLED technology and a 14.9-inch optional passenger display. Together, the result is the largest display area ever found in a Porsche. For the first time in the Cayenne, a head-up display with AR technology is also available, which visually represents an 87-inch display area 10 metres in front of the vehicle.
The buttons and controls for particularly frequently used functions, such as air conditioning and audio volume, are analogue. In addition, a hand rest has been developed that enables the driver to operate the digital and analogue elements ergonomically – even in particularly dynamic driving situations.
The new Cayenne Electric now complements the existing selection of drive types, which will continue to be offered in parallel worldwide.
The all-electric Cayenne models are available to order now.
