2016 Porsche Cayenne

US · SUV · Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD

The 2016 Porsche Cayenne is listed in the US market as a suv. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.

Engine: Varies by configuration: 3.6L 6-cylinder (SIDI), 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged, 3.6L 6-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 3.0L 6-cylinder supercharged (SIDI; PHEV), 4.8L 8-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI)
Power: Not available
Torque: Not available
Transmission: 8-speed automatic
Drivetrain: AWD
Fuel: Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Diesel, Plug-in hybrid
Seating: Not available

Generic outline. Published dimensions for this vehicle are not available.

Specifications at a Glance

Key Performance & Dimensions

Units:

Engine / Powertrain

PLUG_IN_HYBRID

Power Output

Not available

Peak Torque

Not available

Combined Economy

Not available

Drivetrain

AWD

Transmission

AUTOMATIC

Capacity

Not available

Exterior Dimensions

Not available

Market: US·Switch units anytime to convert horsepower, torque, fuel economy, and dimensions.

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Engine

Engine
Specification	Value	Source
Engine	Varies by configuration: 3.6L 6-cylinder (SIDI), 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged, 3.6L 6-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 3.0L 6-cylinder supercharged (SIDI; PHEV), 4.8L 8-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI)
Displacement	3.0 L to 4.8 L
Cylinders	6 to 8
Aspiration	Varies by configuration: Turbocharged, Supercharged
Fuel type	Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Diesel, Plug-in hybrid	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Not available from our sources: Power, Torque.

Transmission and drivetrain

Transmission and drivetrain
Specification	Value	Source
Transmission	Automatic	EPA fueleconomy.gov
Gears	8
Drivetrain	AWD	EPA fueleconomy.gov

Fuel economy and range

Fuel economy and range
Specification	Value	Source
Combined	24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km)	EPA fueleconomy.gov
City	21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km) to 14 mpg (16.8 L/100 km)
Highway	28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km) to 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km)

Not available from our sources: Electric range, Battery capacity.

Trims and configurations

7 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked October 13, 2026.

22V656000: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2003-2020 Porsche Macan, Cayenne, Panamera, and Cayman S, 2001-2004 Boxster, Boxster S, 2004 Boxster 50 JAHRE SPYDER 550 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of all affected models and model years. The caps that cover the low-beam headlight horizontal adjustment screws are missing, which can allow the…
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the headlights for sealing caps and install missing caps as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 28, 2022. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243.…
Reported August 30, 2022. View on NHTSA
16V169000: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Cayenne vehicles manufactured April 28, 2010, to January 11, 2016. The brake pedal pivot pin may be missing a circlip, allowing the pivot pin to move and the brake pedal to dislodge.
Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake pedal assembly circlip, installing any missing circlips, free of charge. The recall began on July 8, 2016. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243.…
Reported March 23, 2016. View on NHTSA

Data sources

EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 13, 2026 · US Government public data
NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 13, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: October 13, 2026

Data verified: October 13, 2026

Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.

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Frequently asked questions

What engine does the 2016 Porsche Cayenne have?

Varies by configuration: 3.6L 6-cylinder (SIDI), 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged, 3.6L 6-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 3.0L 6-cylinder supercharged (SIDI; PHEV), 4.8L 8-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 2016 Porsche Cayenne?

Combined fuel economy is 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 2016 Porsche Cayenne front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: AWD.

Are there recalls for the 2016 Porsche Cayenne?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked October 13, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.