Porsche Cayenne Turbo S

Porsche Cayenne Turbo S
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The Porsche Cayenne Turbo S is a five-seat hybrid SUV that has been in production since 2003. Powered by a 4.67-litre eight-cylinder petrol engine combined with electric motors, it produces 404 kW and achieves 88 g/km CO₂ emissions, with a top speed of 275 km/h. In Norway, new registrations of this model declined sharply from a peak of 39 vehicles in 2019 to just 8 in 2022, with 86 total registrations across the four-year period.

Technical data (EU/EEA average, 2025)
ManufacturerPorsche
ProductionFrom 2003
Body typeSUV
FuelPetrol
Engine power259 kW (348 hp)
CO₂ (WLTP)248 g/km
Kerb weight2,174 kg
Displacement4,670 cc
Cylinders8
Top speed275 km/h
DrivetrainAll-wheel drive
Fuel economy (comb.)15.2 l/100 km
Dimensions and layout
Length4,843 mm
Width1,936 mm
Height1,710 mm
Seats5
Doors4

Engine power, CO₂ and kerb weight are registration-weighted averages across the 20 European countries that registered the Porsche Cayenne Turbo S in 2025 (5,724 cars). Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).

New registrations in Norway

Number of Porsche Cayenne Turbo S registered for the first time in Norway per year.

Porsche Cayenne Turbo S first registrations in Norway per year
201939
202031
20218
20228
20231
20242

Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).

New registrations by country (2025)

Number of Porsche Cayenne Turbo S cars registered for the first time across 20 European countries in 2025.

CountryRegistrations
United Kingdom3,060
Germany1,195
Italy581
Poland262
Czechia119
Slovakia86
Romania84
Bulgaria71
Latvia56
Lithuania47
Hungary42
Luxembourg39
Spain22
Cyprus21
Belgium16

Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0), 2025 data.

Engine variants

Different engine versions of the Porsche Cayenne Turbo S (from registration data). 21 variants.

Engine variants for Porsche Cayenne Turbo S
EngineFuelTransmissionTop speedEconomyModel year
3.0 l · 6-cylPetrolAutomatic12.1 l/100 km2019–2026
3.2 l · 6-cylPetrolAutomatic15.7 l/100 km2004–2006
3.2 l · 6-cylPetrolManual15.7 l/100 km2005–2006
3.6 l · 6-cylPetrolManual14.7 l/100 km2003
3.6 l · 6-cylPetrolAutomatic14.7 l/100 km2003
3.6 l · 6-cylPetrolAutomatic14.7 l/100 km2007–2009
3.6 l · 6-cylPetrolManual14.7 l/100 km2007–2009
3.6 l · 6-cylPetrolManual13.8 l/100 km2010–2014
3.6 l · 6-cylPetrolAutomatic14.7 l/100 km2010
3.6 l · 6-cylPetrolAutomatic12.4 l/100 km2011
3.6 l · 6-cylPetrolAutomatic12.1 l/100 km2012–2018
4.0 l · 8-cylPetrolAutomatic14.2 l/100 km2019–2023
4.5 l · 8-cylPetrolAutomatic16.8 l/100 km2003–2006
4.8 l · 8-cylPetrolAutomatic16.8 l/100 km2007–2009
4.8 l · 8-cylPetrolAutomatic16.8 l/100 km2009
4.8 l · 8-cylPetrolAutomatic16.8 l/100 km2010
4.8 l · 8-cylPetrolAutomatic16.8 l/100 km2010
4.8 l · 8-cylPetrolAutomatic13.8 l/100 km2011–2014
4.8 l · 8-cylPetrolAutomatic15.7 l/100 km2014
4.8 l · 8-cylPetrolAutomatic13.8 l/100 km2015–2018
4.8 l · 8-cylPetrolAutomatic14.1 l/100 km2016–2018

Source: EPA (US). Fuel economy converted to l/100 km.

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Common problems & reliability

US owners have filed 1 complaints for the Porsche Cayenne Turbo S, most often about exterior lighting. These are owner-reported issues, useful for spotting recurring weaknesses before you buy.

Based on real owner complaints and inspection data — not an editorial rating. Sources: NHTSA (US, public domain).

Recalls & safety

6 in the US-market NHTSA database, which may not apply to European versions for the Porsche Cayenne Turbo S. Recalls can flag known weaknesses of the model.

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:CHARGING:CABLE/CORD:ONBOARDUS · NHTSAModel year 2021

    Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling various models and model years. Please see the recall report for a list of the included vehicles. When using the industrial 220V/240V plug at the 100% charge setting, some home power outlets may be incapable of handling the electrical current required to utilize the compact charging system, causing the outlet or charging cable to overheat.

    Remedy: Owners are advised not to use the 220V/240V compact/portable charging cable and only use the 110V home charging cable or public charging stations. Dealers will supply a new 220V/240V compact/portable charging cable with an incorporated temperature sensor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 24, 2024. A second notice will be sent once remedy parts become available, anticipated mid-2024. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is APB6.

    NHTSA campaign 23V841000 · reported 13/12/2023

  • FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGSUS · NHTSAModel year 2020

    Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Cayenne Turbo and 2020 Cayenne Turbo Coupe, Turbo S Hybrid and Turbo S Hybrid Coupe vehicles. The fuel line quick connector located in the engine compartment may leak.

    Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel line and quick connector, free of charge. The recall began September 8, 2020. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ALA4.

    NHTSA campaign 20V270000 · reported 13/05/2020

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:CHARGING:CABLE/CORD:ONBOARDUS · NHTSAModel year 2020

    Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling various models and model years. Please see the recall report for a list of the included vehicles. When using the industrial 220V/240V plug at the 100% charge setting, some home power outlets may be incapable of handling the electrical current required to utilize the compact charging system, causing the outlet or charging cable to overheat.

    Remedy: Owners are advised not to use the 220V/240V compact/portable charging cable and only use the 110V home charging cable or public charging stations. Dealers will supply a new 220V/240V compact/portable charging cable with an incorporated temperature sensor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on October 24, 2024. A second notice will be sent once remedy parts become available, anticipated mid-2024. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is APB6.

    NHTSA campaign 23V841000 · reported 13/12/2023

  • FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGSUS · NHTSAModel year 2019

    Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Cayenne Turbo and 2020 Cayenne Turbo Coupe, Turbo S Hybrid and Turbo S Hybrid Coupe vehicles. The fuel line quick connector located in the engine compartment may leak.

    Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel line and quick connector, free of charge. The recall began September 8, 2020. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ALA4.

    NHTSA campaign 20V270000 · reported 13/05/2020

  • EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTSUS · NHTSAModel year 2016

    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 headlights to be improperly adjusted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

    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. Porsche's number for this recall is ANB4.

    NHTSA campaign 22V656000 · reported 30/08/2022

  • EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTSUS · NHTSAModel year 2015

    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 headlights to be improperly adjusted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

    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. Porsche's number for this recall is ANB4.

    NHTSA campaign 22V656000 · reported 30/08/2022

Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Porsche recalls.

Frequently asked questions

What is the top speed of the Porsche Cayenne Turbo S?
The Porsche Cayenne Turbo S has a rated top speed of 275 km/h.
How much power does the Porsche Cayenne Turbo S have?
The Porsche Cayenne Turbo S produces 259 kW (348 hp).
What are the dimensions of the Porsche Cayenne Turbo S?
The Porsche Cayenne Turbo S is 4,843 mm long, 1,936 mm wide and 1,710 mm tall.
How much does the Porsche Cayenne Turbo S weigh?
The Porsche Cayenne Turbo S has a kerb weight of about 2,174 kg.
What are the CO2 emissions of the Porsche Cayenne Turbo S?
The Porsche Cayenne Turbo S emits 248 g/km of CO2 (WLTP).
How many seats does the Porsche Cayenne Turbo S have?
The Porsche Cayenne Turbo S has 5 seats.