In 2003, Porsche stepped forward to put the “sport” into sport utility vehicles with the launch of the Cayenne, the first Porsche model with more than two doors but nonetheless a pure Porsche in terms of its dynamic capabilities.
For the 2011 model year, the second generation Cayenne was introduced with a new exterior design, more room inside for people and cargo and a reduction of nearly 150 pounds in weight. With the introduction came new technologies including Porsche Torque Vectoring, Lane Change Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control, high-end audio from Bose® and Burmester® and the launch of an all-new gasoline/electric Cayenne S Hybrid model.
Four Cayenne Models for 2012:
Cayenne, 300 horsepower (HP), 3.8 liter V-6 with active all-wheel-drive
Cayenne S, 400 HP, 4.8 liter V-8 with active all-wheel-drive
Cayenne S Hybrid, parallel full hybrid with 333 HP, 3.0 liter Supercharged V-6 gasoline engine with additional 47 HP provided by two electric motors with active all- wheel-drive
Cayenne Turbo, 500 HP, twin-turbocharged, 4.8 liter V8 with active all-wheel-drive
To see detailed specs of current model range, select from the drop-down below.
2012 Cayenne
Engine
3.6 Liter V6 engine
300 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque: 295 lb.-ft. @ 3000 rpm
Drivetrain
All-wheel drive
Brakes
Front: 6-piston fixed aluminum monoblock black calipers
Rear: 4-piston fixed aluminum monoblock black calipers
ABS 8.0 Anti Lock Braking System with braking readiness function and Brake Assist.
Brake pad wear indicators
Foot-operated parking brake
Equipment Features
Body
Fully galvanized with integrated frame
Four doors side impact protection beams
Top-hinged tailgate with independently opening rear-window (operable via remote key fob)
Water-repellent front-side windows
Chassis
Suspension with steel springs.
Front and rear stabilizer bars.
PSM (Porsche Stability Management) with ABS (Anti lock Braking System), ASR (Anti Slip Regulation), ABD (Automatic Brake Differential) and EDTC (Engine Drag Torque Control).
Double wishbone front axle, multilink rear axle.
Climate Control Systems
Air conditioning system with integrated charcoal canister and pollen filter
Tinted glass with grey windshield sunscreen
Electrical Systems
Driver memory package which includes programming and automatic recall of seat and side-view mirror position.
Power windows.
Two speed wiper system with rain sensor, wiper delay control, heated washer nozzles.
Electrically operated and heated side mirrors.
Remote central locking. Anti-theft system including passenger compartment monitoring.
Cruise control.
Five 12 volt socket outlets
Power tailgate with fully automatic opening and closing of tailgate with programmable, customized opening height.
CDR-31 audio system with 7-inch touchscreen color display, radio with double tuner, MP3-compatible CD/DVD player and 10 speakers
Universal audio interface (Aux-In)
Bluetooth® hands-free mobile phone connection
Engine features
Returnless fuel system
Hydraulic valve adjustment
Grey cast iron engine block and aluminum cylinder heads
MED 17 engine management system
Wet-sump lubrication
Direct fuel injection
On-board diagnostics for monitoring emission control system
Continuous intake and outlet camshaft control
Cylinder specific knock control
Stereo Lambda control circuits
Electronic throttle
Vehicle electrical system recuperation
Variable deceleration fuel cutoff
Instruments
5 round instruments integrated in instrument cluster with black dials
Instrument cluster with 4.8 inch TFT color screen
Interior
Illuminated vanity mirror, driver and passenger.
Seats trimmed with grained leather.
2 integrated cup holders in front and rear
Electrically operated, 8-way seats in front
Refrigerated glove compartment.
4 Chrome-plated tie-down eyelets in cargo area.
Leather trimmed 3 spoke steering wheel with colored Porsche crest
Folding rear seats
Floor mats
Lighting Systems
Front light units with LED daytime driving lights, position light, and turn signal
Welcome Home function
Driving light assistant
Adaptive LED tail lights
H7 projector type headlights with automatic static range adjustment
LED 3rd brake light integrated into spoiler
Luggage compartment
Extendable cargo area cover.
Performance and Transmission
6-speed Manual transmission with dual mass flywheel and integrated Porsche Drive-Off Assistant.
All wheel drive.
Top track speed: 142 mph
0 - 60 mph: 7.1 sec.
Safety and Security
TPMS - Tire Pressure Monitoring System.
Puncture sealing compound and electric compressor.
Bumper system incorporating two high-strength crossmembers and two crush elements.
Three-point seat belts with pre-tensioners (front and rear outer seats) and force limiters (front seats).
Full size driver and passenger Advanced Airbags.
Thorax side airbags integrated in seat backrests.
Roof frame with integrated curtain airbags on left and right.
Preparation for child seat anchorage (ISOFIX) on passenger side and rear seats.
Power-assisted steering
18" Collapsible spare tire.
Porsche Traction Management (PTM): Active all-wheel drive with electronic and map-controlled multiplate clutch with automatic brake differential (ABD) and antislip regulation (ASR)
4-year/50,000-mile (whichever comes first) limited warranty covers any defects in materials and workmanship
Roadside Assistance Program for duration of limited warranty
Limited corrosion warranty extends a full 10 years regardless of mileage
Anti Lock Braking System with braking readiness function and Brake Assist.
Brake pad wear indicators.
Foot operated parking brake.
Equipment Features
Body
Fully galvanized with integrated frame
Four doors side impact protection beams
Top-hinged tailgate with independently opening rear-window (operable via remote key fob)
Water-repellent front-side windows
Chassis
Front and rear stabilizer bars.
PSM (Porsche Stability Management), with ABS (Anti lock Braking System), ASR (Anti Slip Regulation), ABD (Automatic Brake Differential), and EDTC (Engine Drag Torque Control).
Double wishbone front axle, multilink rear axle.
Suspension with steel springs.
Climate Control Systems
Air conditioning system with integrated charcoal canister and pollen filter
Tinted glass with grey windshield sunscreen
Electrical Systems
Bluetooth® hands-free mobile phone connection
Universal audio interface (Aux-In)
Driver memory package which includes programming and automatic recall of seat and side-view mirror position.
Power windows.
Two speed wiper system with rain sensor, wiper delay control, heated washer nozzles.
Electrically operated and heated side mirrors.
Remote central locking. Anti-theft system including passenger compartment monitoring.
CDR-31 audio system with 7-inch touchscreen color display, radio with double tuner, MP3-compatible CD/DVD player and 10 speakers
Cruise control.
Five 12 volt socket outlets
Power tailgate with fully automatic opening and closing of tailgate with programmable, customized opening height.
Engine features
Aluminum engine block and cylinder heads
Direct fuel injection
Hydraulic valve adjustment
EMS SDI 8 engine management system
On-board diagnostics for monitoring emission control system
Stereo Lambda control circuits
Electronic throttle
Vehicle electrical system recuperation
Variable deceleration fuel cutoff
Integrated dry-sump lubrication with two-stage oil pumping
VarioCam Plus
Cylinder specific knock control
Returnless fuel system
Instruments
5 round instruments integrated in instrument cluster with black dials and silver grey tachometer dial
Instrument cluster with 4.8 inch TFT color screen
Interior
Seats trimmed with grained leather.
Electrically operated, 8-way seats in front
Illuminated vanity mirror, driver and passenger.
2 integrated cup holders in front and rear
Leather trimmed 3 spoke steering wheel with colored Porsche crest
Folding rear seats
Floor mats
Lighting Systems
Adaptive LED tail lights
H7 projector type headlights with automatic static range adjustment
Front light units with LED daytime driving lights, position light, and turn signal
Welcome Home function
Driving light assistant
LED 3rd brake light integrated into spoiler
Luggage compartment
Cargo area with extendable cover and 4 chrome-plated tie-down eyelets.
Performance and Transmission
Eight-speed Tiptronic S with Porsche Hill Holder and shift on the move.
All wheel drive.
Top track speed: 160 mph
0 - 60 mph: 5.6 sec.
Safety and Security
TPMS - Tire Pressure Monitoring System.
Puncture sealing compound and electric compressor.
Bumper system incorporating two high-strength crossmembers and two crush elements.
Three-point seat belts with pre-tensioners (front and rear outer seats) and force limiters (front seats).
Full size driver and passenger Advanced Airbags.
Thorax side airbags integrated in seat backrests.
Roof frame with integrated curtain airbags on left and right.
Preparation for child seat anchorage (ISOFIX) on passenger side and rear seats.
4-year/50,000-mile (whichever comes first) limited warranty covers any defects in materials and workmanship
Roadside Assistance Program for duration of limited warranty
Limited corrosion warranty extends a full 10 years regardless of mileage
18" Collapsible spare tire.
Power-assisted steering with Servotronic Speed-dependent power steering system. Enables easier steering inputs in low-speed corners or when parking.
Porsche Traction Management (PTM): Active all-wheel drive with electronic and map-controlled multiplate clutch with automatic brake differential (ABD) and antislip regulation (ASR)
Anti Lock Braking System with braking readiness function and Brake Assist.
Brake pad wear indicators.
Foot operated parking brake.
Equipment Features
Body
Fully galvanized with integrated frame
Four doors side impact protection beams
Top-hinged tailgate with independently opening rear-window (operable via remote key fob)
Water-repellent front-side windows
Chassis
Front and rear stabilizer bars.
PSM (Porsche Stability Management), with ABS (Anti lock Braking System), ASR (Anti Slip Regulation), ABD (Automatic Brake Differential), and EDTC (Engine Drag Torque Control).
Double wishbone front axle, multilink rear axle.
Suspension with steel springs.
Climate Control Systems
Air conditioning system with integrated charcoal canister and pollen filter
Tinted glass with grey windshield sunscreen
Electrical Systems
Bluetooth® hands-free mobile phone connection
Driver memory package which includes programming and automatic recall of seat and side-view mirror position.
Power windows.
Two speed wiper system with rain sensor, wiper delay control, heated washer nozzles.
Electrically operated and heated side mirrors.
Remote central locking. Anti-theft system including passenger compartment monitoring.
CDR-31 audio system with 7-inch touchscreen color display, radio with double tuner, MP3-compatible CD/DVD player and 10 speakers
Universal audio interface (Aux-In)
Cruise control.
Five 12 volt socket outlets
Power tailgate with fully automatic opening and closing of tailgate with programmable, customized opening height.
Engine features
Electronic throttle
Vehicle electrical system recuperation
Brake energy recovery
Variable deceleration fuel cutoff
Continuous intake and outlet camshaft control
Cylinder specific knock control
Returnless fuel system
Hydraulic valve adjustment
MED 17 engine management system
On-board diagnostics for monitoring emission control system
Stereo Lambda control circuits
Supercharger
Aluminum engine block and cylinder heads
Wet-sump lubrication
Direct fuel injection
Instruments
5 round instruments integrated in instrument cluster with black dials and silver grey tachometer dial with "hybrid" logo and "ready" indicator
Instrument cluster with 4.8 inch TFT color screen with energy management display
Interior
Seats trimmed with grained leather.
Electrically operated, 8-way seats in front
Floor mats
Illuminated vanity mirror, driver and passenger.
2 integrated cup holders in front and rear
Leather trimmed 3 spoke steering wheel with colored Porsche crest
Folding rear seats
Lighting Systems
Adaptive LED tail lights
H7 projector type headlights with automatic static range adjustment
Front light units with LED daytime driving lights, position light, and turn signal
Welcome Home function
Driving light assistant
LED 3rd brake light integrated into spoiler
Luggage compartment
Cargo area with extendable cover and 4 chrome-plated tie-down eyelets.
Performance and Transmission
Eight-speed Tiptronic S with Porsche Hill Holder and shift on the move.
All wheel drive.
Top track speed: 150 mph
0 - 60 mph: 6.1 sec.
Safety and Security
TPMS - Tire Pressure Monitoring System.
Puncture sealing compound and electric compressor.
Power-assisted steering with Servotronic Speed-dependent power steering system. Enables easier steering inputs in low-speed corners or when parking.
Porsche Traction Management (PTM): All-wheel drive with self-locking center differential, automatic brake differential (ABD) and anti-slip regulation (ASR), variable torque distribution on rear axle by selective application of brakes on inside wheel
Bumper system incorporating two high-strength crossmembers and two crush elements.
Three-point seat belts with pre-tensioners (front and rear outer seats) and force limiters (front seats).
Full size driver and passenger Advanced Airbags.
Thorax side airbags integrated in seat backrests.
Roof frame with integrated curtain airbags on left and right.
Preparation for child seat anchorage (ISOFIX) on passenger side and rear seats.
4-year/50,000-mile (whichever comes first) limited warranty covers any defects in materials and workmanship
Roadside Assistance Program for duration of limited warranty
Limited corrosion warranty extends a full 10 years regardless of mileage
Front: 6-piston fixed aluminum monoblock black calipers.
Rear: 4-piston fixed aluminum monoblock black calipers.
ABS 8.0 Anti Lock Braking System with braking readiness function and Brake Assist.
Brake pad wear indicators.
Foot-operated parking brake.
Equipment Features
Body
Fully galvanized with integrated frame
Four doors side impact protection beams
Top-hinged tailgate with independently opening rear-window (operable via remote key fob)
Water-repellent front-side windows
Chassis
Suspension with steel springs.
Front and rear stabilizer bars.
PSM (Porsche Stability Management) with ABS (Anti lock Braking System), ASR (Anti Slip Regulation), ABD (Automatic Brake Differential) and EDTC (Engine Drag Torque Control).
Double wishbone front axle, multilink rear axle.
Climate Control Systems
Air conditioning system with integrated charcoal canister and pollen filter
Tinted glass with grey windshield sunscreen
Electrical Systems
Bluetooth® hands-free mobile phone connection
Universal audio interface (Aux-In)
Driver memory package which includes programming and automatic recall of seat and side-view mirror position.
Power windows.
Two speed wiper system with rain sensor, wiper delay control, heated washer nozzles.
Electrically operated and heated side mirrors.
Remote central locking. Anti-theft system including passenger compartment monitoring.
Cruise control.
Five 12 volt socket outlets
Power tailgate with fully automatic opening and closing of tailgate with programmable, customized opening height.
CDR-31 audio system with 7-inch touchscreen color display, radio with double tuner, MP3-compatible CD/DVD player and 10 speakers
Engine features
Returnless fuel system
Hydraulic valve adjustment
On-board diagnostics for monitoring emission control system
Grey cast iron engine block and aluminum cylinder heads
Wet-sump lubrication
Stereo Lambda control circuits
MED 17 engine management system
Direct fuel injection
Continuous intake and outlet camshaft control
Cylinder specific knock control
Electronic throttle
Vehicle electrical system recuperation
Variable deceleration fuel cutoff
Instruments
5 round instruments integrated in instrument cluster with black dials
Instrument cluster with 4.8 inch TFT color screen
Interior
Illuminated vanity mirror, driver and passenger.
Leather trimmed 3 spoke steering wheel with colored Porsche crest
Folding rear seats
Seats trimmed with grained leather.
Electrically operated, 8- way seats in front.
4 Chrome-plated tie-down eyelets in cargo area.
2 integrated cup holders in front and rear
Floor mats
Lighting Systems
Front light units with LED daytime driving lights, position light, and turn signal
Adaptive LED tail lights
H7 projector type headlights with automatic static range adjustment
Welcome Home function
Driving light assistant
LED 3rd brake light integrated into spoiler
Luggage compartment
Extendable cargo area cover.
Performance and Transmission
All wheel drive.
Eight-speed Tiptronic with Porsche Hill Holder and shift on the move.
Top track speed: 142 mph
0 - 60 mph: 7.4 sec.
Safety and Security
TPMS Tire Pressure Monitoring System.
Puncture sealing compound and electric compressor.
Three-point seat belts with pre-tensioners (front and rear outer seats) and force limiters (front seats).
Full size driver and passenger Advanced Airbags.
Thorax side airbags integrated in seat backrests.
Roof frame with integrated curtain airbags on left and right.
Preparation for child seat anchorage (ISOFIX) on passenger side and rear seats.
Bumper system incorporating two high-strength crossmembers and two crush elements.
18" Collapsible spare tire.
Power-assisted steering
Porsche Traction Management (PTM): Active all-wheel drive with electronic and map-controlled multiplate clutch with automatic brake differential (ABD) and antislip regulation (ASR)
4-year/50,000-mile (whichever comes first) limited warranty covers any defects in materials and workmanship
Roadside Assistance Program for duration of limited warranty
Limited corrosion warranty extends a full 10 years regardless of mileage
Front: 6-piston fixed aluminum monoblock red calipers.
Rear: 4-piston fixed aluminum monoblock red calipers.
Anti Lock Braking System with braking readiness function and Brake Assist.
Brake pad wear indicators.
Foot operated parking brake.
Equipment Features
Body
Fully galvanized with integrated frame
Four doors side impact protection beams
Top-hinged tailgate with independently opening rear-window (operable via remote key fob)
Water-repellent front-side windows
Chassis
Air suspension with load leveling system and height adjustment, including PASM - (Porsche Active Suspension Management).
Front and rear stabilizer bars.
PSM (Porsche Stability Management) with ABS (Anti lock Braking System), ASR (Anti Slip Regulation), ABD (Automatic Brake Differential), EDTC (Engine Drag Torque Control) and PASM (Porsche Active Suspension Management).
Double wishbone front axle, multilink rear axle.
Climate Control Systems
Air conditioning system with integrated charcoal canister and pollen filter
Tinted glass with grey windshield sunscreen
Electrical Systems
Porsche Communication Management with hard-drive based navigation, high-resolution 7-inch TFT color display, RDS double tuner radio, MP3 compatible single disc CD/DVD player, and BOSE Surround Sound System with subwoofer, AudioPilot, and 14 speakers
Two speed wiper system with rain sensor, wiper delay control, heated washer nozzles.
Electrically operated and heated side mirrors.
Remote central locking. Anti-theft system including passenger compartment monitoring.
Universal audio interface (Aux-In, USB, iPod®)
Bluetooth® hands-free mobile phone connection
Driver memory package which includes programming and automatic recall of seat and side-view mirror position.
Power windows.
Cruise control.
Five 12 volt socket outlets
Power tailgate with fully automatic opening and closing of tailgate with programmable, customized opening height.
Engine features
Variable deceleration fuel cutoff
Twin turbos
Vehicle electrical system recuperation
Electronic throttle
Aluminum engine block and cylinder heads
Integrated dry-sump lubrication with two-stage oil pumping
Direct fuel injection
VarioCam Plus
Cylinder specific knock control
Returnless fuel system
Hydraulic valve adjustment
EMS SDI 8 engine management system
On-board diagnostics for monitoring emission control system
Stereo Lambda control circuits
Instruments
5 round instruments integrated in instrument cluster with black dials and "turbo" logo
Instrument cluster with 4.8 inch TFT color screen with boost pressure display
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Interior
Aluminum interior trim.
Alcantara headliner.
Leather trimmed 3 spoke steering wheel with colored Porsche crest
Illuminated vanity mirror, driver and passenger.
Floor mats
Folding rear seats
Seats trimmed with grained leather.
2 integrated cup holders in front and rear
Lighting Systems
Adaptive LED tail lights
Front light units with LED, position light, turn signal, and 4 integral LED daytime driving lights
Welcome Home function
Driving light assistant
LED 3rd brake light integrated into spoiler
Bi-Xenon headlights with Porsche Dynamic Light System, with statis and dynamic cornering light, dynamic range adjustment, speed-dependent headlight control, fog light, and headlight cleaning system
Luggage compartment
Cargo area with extendable cover and 4 chrome-plated tie-down eyelets.
Performance and Transmission
Eight-speed Tiptronic S with Porsche Hill Holder and shift on the move.
All wheel drive.
Top track speed: 172 mph
0 - 60 mph: 4.4 sec.
Safety and Security
TPMS - Tire Pressure Monitoring System.
Puncture sealing compound and electric compressor.
19" Collapsible spare tire.
Limited corrosion warranty extends a full 10 years regardless of mileage
Bumper system incorporating two high-strength cross-members and two crush elements.
Three-point seat belts with pre-tensioners (front and rear outer seats) and force limiters (front seats).
Full size driver and passenger Advanced Airbags.
Thorax side airbags integrated in seat backrests.
Roof frame with integrated curtain airbags on left and right.
Preparation for child seat anchorage (ISOFIX) on passenger side and rear seats.
Power-assisted steering with Servotronic Speed-dependent power steering system. Enables easier steering inputs in low-speed corners or when parking.
Porsche Traction Management (PTM): Active all-wheel drive with electronic and map-controlled multiplate clutch with automatic brake differential (ABD) and antislip regulation (ASR)
Power-assisted steering
4-year/50,000-mile (whichever comes first) limited warranty covers any defects in materials and workmanship
Roadside Assistance Program for duration of limited warranty
