Porsche spices up the 2021 Cayenne lineup with the return of the GTS model. While the company hasn't announced changes for the rest of the lineup, we now know that the GTS will have a 460-hp twin-turbo V-8. Along with more desirable standard features, it'll also benefit from a lowered suspension and other performance hardware. The 2021 GTS is the top-of-the-line version of the regular Cayenne, but it's just as much a gateway to the high-powered Turbo variants (reviewed separately).
Pros Sensational powertrains, sports-car DNA, can tow 7700 pounds.
Cons Ride can be stiff, limited cubby storage, custom options can add up.
The GTS returns, powered by a 453-horsepower turbocharged V8.
Pros Truly impressive handling for a crossover SUV Wide selection of powerful engines Exquisite interior and build quality Plenty of customization options
Cons Quite a few features that should be standard at this price are optional Gloss-black interior panels can quickly look dirty Poor rear visibility Climate control fans are weak at low speeds and noisy at high
The 2019 Porsche Cayenne Hybrid ranked #1 in Luxury Midsize SUVs. Currently the Porsche Cayenne Hybrid has a score of 9.3 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 8 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Excellent handling Lots of power Posh interior User-friendly infotainment system
Cons Short on cargo space High base price
Pros Impressive handling for a crossover SUV Wide selection of powerful engines available Exquisite interior and build quality Plenty of customization options
Cons Quite a few optional features should be standard given the price tag Gloss-black interior panels can look dirty almost immediately Poor visibility out of the rear Climate control fans are weak at low speeds and noisy at high speeds
For 2022, Porsche introduces the new Cayenne Turbo GT model, which includes maximum levels of performance and is only offered in the coupe body style. The Turbo GT rockets to the top of the Cayenne hierarchy with an enhanced version of the twin-turbo V-8 and myriad chassis enhancements. With 631 horsepower and 626 pound-feet of torque, Porsche claims the Turbo GT will go from zero to 60 mph in 3.1 seconds and complete the quarter-mile in 11.6 seconds.
Pros Arguably the most attractive of today's SUV coupes, incredibly engaging to drive, multiple marvelous powertrain options.
Cons Coupe body style compromises cargo space, largest wheels impair ride quality, some rivals offer similar performance for less.
