Porsche has introduced the highly anticipated Cayenne Electric, its most powerful model yet.
As the German automaker’s third fully electric vehicle, following the Taycan and Macan Electric, the Cayenne marks the start of what Porsche describes as ‘a new era.’ The model now officially joins the brand’s existing lineup of gasoline and hybrid Cayenne powertrains, completing the range and underscoring the company’s shift toward electrification.
The fourth-generation Cayenne introduces the model’s first full redesign since its debut in 2002. When the Cayenne Electric reaches the market, it will be offered in two variants: a standard model and the Cayenne Turbo Electric.
Both versions of the Cayenne Electric feature dual motors and all-wheel drive. The standard model delivers 435 horsepower, while the Turbo variant dominates with an astonishing 1,139 horsepower. This firmly establishes the Cayenne Electric as the most powerful Porsche ever built.
The Cayenne Electric will be Porsche’s first EV to offer inductive charging. By simply parking over a floor plate, the SUV can be charged wirelessly at a speed of up to 11kW.
The entry-level Cayenne Electric delivers 402 horsepower (300 kW) in everyday driving, rising to 435 hp (325 kW) with Launch Control engaged. It produces 618 lb-ft (835 Nm) of torque, enabling the SUV to accelerate from 0–62 mph (0–100 km/h) in 4.8 seconds and reach a top speed of 143 mph (230 km/h). Its WLTP-estimated driving range is 399 miles (642 km).
By contrast, the Cayenne Turbo Electric—despite lacking a traditional turbocharger—pushes performance to extreme levels. Its dual-motor system generates up to 1,140 hp and 1,106 lb-ft of torque with Launch Control, propelling the 196.2-inch SUV to 62 mph in just 2.5 seconds and on to a maximum speed of 161 mph (260 km/h).
Under normal conditions, the output is at 845 hp (630 kW), though a Push-to-Pass feature adds an extra 174 hp (130 kW) for 10 seconds. The Turbo’s WLTP range is rated at 387 miles (623 km).
The Cayenne Electric can recuperate energy through regenerative braking, and Porsche says the electric motors can handle nearly 97% of all braking events. It will also be the first SUV to feature Active Ride, the hydraulic suspension system used in the Taycan and Panamera. Adaptive air suspension comes standard on both versions, while the Turbo model adds Porsche’s torque-vectoring limited-slip rear differential.
Each variant is equipped with a large 108-kWh battery capable of charging at up to 400 kW.
The Cayenne Electric is scheduled to hit dealerships in late summer 2026. The base model will be priced from $111,350, while the Cayenne Turbo Electric will start at $165,350.
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