2021
Porsche
Cayenne
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455 hp @ 5250 rpm
Horsepower
All-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
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Performance
Engineered for the perfect balance of power and efficiency
455 hp
Horsepower
516 ft-lb
Torque
All-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
8-Speed
Transmission
Electric
Zero emissions, maximum performance
Fuel TypePlug-In Electric
Combined Efficiency10.6 - 11.8 L/100 km
Fuel Capacity75.0 L
Interior
Thoughtfully designed for comfort and functionality
5
Seating
N/A
Cargo
N/A
Front Legroom
N/A
Rear Legroom
Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Heated Rear Seats
Convenience
Keyless Entry
Keyless Start
Power Windows
Power Door Locks
Seating
Power Driver Seat
Power Passenger Seat
Seat Memory
Lumbar Support
Technology
Advanced connectivity and intelligent features
Apple CarPlay
Bluetooth
WiFi Hotspot
Navigation System
Satellite Radio
AM/FM Stereo
Steering Controls
Backup Camera
Adaptive Cruise
Lane Keeping
Blind Spot Monitor
Safety
Comprehensive protection for you and your passengers
Airbags
Driver Airbag
Passenger Airbag
Front Side Airbags
Rear Side Airbags
Stability
Traction Control
ABS Brakes
Brake Assist
Monitoring
Tire Pressure Monitor
Lane Departure Warning
Rear Parking Aid
Security
Security System
Child Safety Locks
Dimensions
Carefully crafted proportions for optimal space and style
Length
16 ft1.6"
4.92m
Width
6 ft6.1"
1.98m
Height
5 ft6.8"
1.7m
Wheelbase
9 ft6"
2.9m
Gallery
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Colors
Express yourself.
Dolomite Silver Metallic
#E6E6E6
Lava Orange
#D7361C
Mahogany Metallic
#4C3B33
Cashmere Beige Metallic
#A39A89
White
#FFFFFF
Jet Black Metallic
#000000
Chalk
#C7C7BF
Carmine Red
#99111B
Carrara White Metallic
#FFFFFF
Quartzite Grey Metallic
#656766
Black
#000000
Moonlight Blue Metallic
#2B2E3D
Trim Levels
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Safety Reports
14 complaints reported to NHTSA
14
Total Reports
0
Crashes
0
Injuries
0
Fires
Most Common Issues
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
4
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
4
AIR BAGS
3
ENGINE
2
POWER TRAIN
2
SERVICE BRAKES
2
Recent Reports
ODI #11692345
Oct 9, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2021 Porsche Cayenne. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of purchase on 5/29/25, the mileage was 21,000. The contact had taken the vehicle to another dealer for other repairs, and the dealer informed the contact that the vehicle was flagged for Odometer Fraud, and the actual mileage was 90,000. The dealer found an odometer tampering device still located on the vehicle, but deactivated the device. The contact called the State Attorney General's Office for New Jersey.
Incident: Jul 3, 2025VIN: WP1AG2AY2MD***
ODI #11690525
Sep 30, 2025
AIR BAGS
I am reporting a safety defect with my 2021 Porsche Cayenne GTS. The leather dashboard is delaminating and lifting away from its underlying structure. This defect is concerning because: The delamination is occurring on the drivers side but will eventually expand in the area covering the passenger-side airbag. If the airbag deploys, the raised/lifted dashboard material may interfere with or obstruct proper deployment, posing a serious risk to passenger safety. Porsche Cars North America (PNA) has been notified, but they classify this issue as “cosmetic” and refuse to repair it voluntarily under warranty or goodwill. Furthermore, The issue was not disclosed by the dealer at purchase. I have consulted two Porsche dealerships, both of which confirmed Porsche considers this a cosmetic defect not covered by the Certified Pre Owned warranty. However, given the location and potential interaction with the airbag system, I strongly believe this constitutes a safety-related defect that requires investigation. Online forums show this is a common issue across many models made by Porsche during this time but specifically SUV's. I am requesting that NHTSA investigate this issue to determine whether the delaminating dashboards in Porsche Cayenne models create a safety hazard that requires a recall and mandatory repair.
Incident: Sep 2, 2025VIN: WP1AG2AY0MD***
ODI #11669823
Jun 27, 2025
AIR BAGSUNKNOWN OR OTHER
Dashboard leather is separating and was told this could affect the airbag deployment in the case of an accident. Porsche dealership is asking 10k outside of warranty to replace the dash. If it was just cosmetic I could deal with it, but now that it is a safety concern for my passenger I feel forced to overspend. Even a reduced amount would help but a whole dash replacement sounds excessive to make sure the leather is not obstructing the airbag.
Incident: Jun 20, 2025VIN: WP1AG2AY8MD***
ODI #11593255
Jun 8, 2024
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMFORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
Much like thousands of Cayenne drivers, I am constantly let down by an ongoing issue with Adaptive Cruise Control failures with an error message that reads, “Adaptive Cruise Control unavailable.” THIS MAY CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH IF NOT REPAIRED AS VEHICULAR COLLISION RATES INCREASE DRAMATICALLY TO NO AVAIL. Porsche dealers are notoriously recalcitrant about taking adequate responsibility for these failures. The cost of repairing Porsche’s poor craftsmanship is either prohibitive or they are disinterested in repairing these problems within an acceptable timeframe. It is long past due for the Federal government to intervene and compel Porsche to recall and repair their Adaptive Cruise Control failures. I had my cameras recalibrated three (3) times in three (3) weeks and yet the problem persists without meaningful redress. HELP!
Incident: Jun 8, 2024VIN: WP1AA2AY4MD***
ODI #11543394
Sep 8, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
I was driving the auto and parked in my garage without any indication of a fault. I attempted to start the car about 30 minutes later and the car would not start and gave an error message that said "change driver" I tried both keys and neither would allow the car to be started. There was no starter noise indicating a weak battery. I had to have the car towed to the dealer after the tow company found a way to unlock the drive shaft with a key that is part of the car service tools. I could not move the car if I had stopped on a roadside. The dealer had never seen this issue before. The car was in the shop for a week to correct the fault from March 23 to March 31. The dealer claimed it was a software fault. There were no warning indicators or messages that something was wrong with any component or system.
Incident: Mar 22, 2023VIN: WP1AG2AY8MD***
ODI #11531025
Jul 8, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMENGINE
Problem with the hybrid system and the engine control system. Unit changed automatically and unexpectedly from battery power mode to engine power mode when on battery power mode only. This change is not supposed to happen. This failure happened when starting the unit, put on drive and starting to move forward. This failure caused the unit to charge forward with more power unexpectedly. Causing almost to collide. At the time of the failure “engine control system” warning and “e power not available” warning lid up. The unit has been for service for 10 times with the same warnings powering up. At this time the unit has been on service for almost four month.
Incident: Mar 9, 2023VIN: WP1AE2AY1MD***
ODI #11488919
Oct 12, 2022
AIR BAGS
The car is notifying me that the drivers airbag is not working. the message that appears is: “Airbag system error, please visit workshop”
Incident: Oct 6, 2022VIN: WP1BA2AY0MD***
ODI #11479124
Aug 13, 2022
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
othe car's tach increase several hundred RPM as the computer tries to match revs when downshifting from 3rd to 2nd gear in Normal Mode and 2nd to 1st gear in Sport Mode.. When that happens, the car lurches forward. owhat seems to be happening is the engine is over-revving while disengaged from a gear on shifts from 3rd to 2nd and even more so on 2nd to 1st causing a lurch forward when the lower gear engages
Incident: Aug 13, 2022VIN: WP1AB2AY4MD***
Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Complaints are submitted by vehicle owners and may not represent verified defects.
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