2021 Porsche Cayenne

US · SUV · Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD

The 2021 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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: 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI; PHEV), 4.0L 8-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 2.9L 6-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 4.0L 8-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI; PHEV)
Power: Not available
Torque: Not available
Transmission: 8-speed automatic
Drivetrain: AWD
Fuel: Varies by configuration: Gasoline, 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

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Engine

Engine
Specification	Value	Source
Engine	Varies by configuration: 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI; PHEV), 4.0L 8-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 2.9L 6-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 4.0L 8-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI; PHEV)
Displacement	2.9 L to 4.0 L
Cylinders	6 to 8
Aspiration	Turbocharged
Fuel type	Varies by configuration: Gasoline, 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	20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km)	EPA fueleconomy.gov
City	19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km)
Highway	23 mpg (10.2 L/100 km) to 19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km)

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

Trims and configurations

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

Recalls

NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked October 12, 2026.

25V896000: BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2019-2025 Cayenne, Cayenne E-Hybrid, 2020-2025 911, Taycan, 2024-2025 Panamera, and 2025 Panamera E-Hybrid vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear…
Remedy: Dealers will update the driver assistance software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 13, 2026. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ASB2. Vehicle…
Reported December 19, 2025. View on NHTSA
22V040000: SUSPENSION:REAR
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Cayenne vehicles. The rear axle alignment may not have been inspected after the repairs for Recall 21V-271 (AMA9) were performed.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rear axle, adjust the alignment as necessary, and replace any prematurely or unevenly worn tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 10, 2022. Owners may contact Porsche customer…
Reported January 28, 2022. View on NHTSA
21V493000: STEERING:COLUMN
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 Cayenne vehicles. The screw connection between the steering column and steering box may fail, which can result in a detached steering column.
Remedy: Dealers will install a new screw, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 24, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMB4.
Reported June 30, 2021. View on NHTSA
21V318000: SEATS
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 Cayenne GTS, Cayenne GTS Coupe, 2020-2021 Cayenne Coupe, Cayenne S Coupe, Cayenne E-Hybrid Coupe vehicles. The passenger seat back heating element was not installed and may impact the calibration of the Occupant Classification System.
Remedy: Dealers will install a heating element, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 25, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMB0.
Reported May 5, 2021. View on NHTSA
21V271000: SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 Cayenne, Cayenne S, Cayenne Turbo, Cayenne GTS, Cayenne Coupe, Cayenne S Coupe, Cayenne Turbo Coupe, and Cayenne GTS Coupe vehicles. The lock nut on the trailing arm of the rear axle may break due to stress corrosion.
Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lock nuts, free of charge. The recall began on June 18, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMA9.
Reported April 21, 2021. View on NHTSA

Data sources

EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 12, 2026 · US Government public data
NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 12, 2026 · US Government public data

Source checked: October 12, 2026

Data verified: October 12, 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 2021 Porsche Cayenne have?

Varies by configuration: 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI; PHEV), 4.0L 8-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 2.9L 6-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 4.0L 8-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI; PHEV). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 2021 Porsche Cayenne?

Combined fuel economy is 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 2021 Porsche Cayenne front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: AWD.

Are there recalls for the 2021 Porsche Cayenne?

NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked October 12, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.