Porsche Cayenne

20042026 · 32 configurations

Lowest
15
Average
18
Best
21

The Porsche Cayenne has been tested by the EPA across 32 different configurations spanning model years 2004 through 2026. Over this period, the Cayenne has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 15 MPG to 21 MPG, with an overall average of 18 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
2026
3L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S8)Premium
$3,650172319MPG
2025
3L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S8)Premium
$3,650172319MPG
2024
3L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S8)Premium
$3,650172319MPG
2023
3L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S8)Premium
$3,650172219MPG
2022
3L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S8)Premium
$3,650172219MPG
2021
3L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S8)Premium
$3,450192320MPG
2020
3L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S8)Premium
$3,450192320MPG
2019
3L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S8)Premium
$3,300192321MPG
2018
3.6L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S8)Premium
$3,450182420MPG
2017
3.6L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S8)Premium
$3,450182420MPG
2016
3.6L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S8)Premium
$3,450172420MPG
2014
3.6L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S8)Premium
$3,650172319MPG
2014
3.6L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$4,050152217MPG
2013
3.6L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S8)Premium
$3,650162319MPG
2013
3.6L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$4,050152217MPG
2012
3.6L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S8)Premium
$3,650172319MPG
2012
3.6L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$4,050152217MPG
2011
3.6L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 8-spdPremium
$3,650162219MPG
2011
3.6L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$3,850152218MPG
2010
3.6L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdPremium
$4,300142016MPG
2010
3.6L 6-cyl All-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$4,300142016MPG
2009
3.6L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$4,300142016MPG
2009
3.6L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdPremium
$4,300142016MPG
2008
3.6L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdPremium
$4,300142016MPG
2008
3.6L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$4,300142016MPG
2007
3.6L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 6-spdPremium
$4,300142016MPG
2007
3.6L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$4,300142016MPG
2006
3.2L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdPremium
$4,600141815MPG
2006
3.2L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$4,600131915MPG
2005
3.2L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdPremium
$4,600141815MPG
2005
3.2L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$4,600131915MPG
2004
3.2L 6-cyl 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
Automatic 5-spdPremium
$4,600141815MPG

Historical Efficiency

2026
19
2025
19
2024
19
2023
19
2022
19
2021
20
2020
20
2019
21
2018
20
2017
20
2016
20
2014
19
2013
19
2012
19
2011
19
2010
16
2009
16
2008
16
2007
16
2006
15

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (Cayenne) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Porsche Cayenne. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Porsche Porsche Cayenne grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
121
Total Deaths
34

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
13.2%
Fire Occurrence
2.5%
Speeding Involved
28.9%
DUI Involved
21.5%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

86%
Front
7%
Side
7%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2023
Fatal Crashes14
Fatalities
6
Deaths/Crash
0.43
2022
Fatal Crashes14
Fatalities
3
Deaths/Crash
0.21
2021
Fatal Crashes23
Fatalities
8
Deaths/Crash
0.35
2020
Fatal Crashes25
Fatalities
6
Deaths/Crash
0.24
2019
Fatal Crashes13
Fatalities
4
Deaths/Crash
0.31
2018
Fatal Crashes7
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
0.14
2017
Fatal Crashes8
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00
2016
Fatal Crashes9
Fatalities
4
Deaths/Crash
0.44
2015
Fatal Crashes2
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00
2014
Fatal Crashes6
Fatalities
2
Deaths/Crash
0.33

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

2024
3
2021
4
2020
2
2019
8
2017
1
2013
1
2012
1
2011
4
2008
1
2004
9
Critical
Moderate
Advisory