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E3 Porsche Cayenne: 2019–Present Guide

White facelifted third-generation Porsche Cayenne

The E3 Porsche Cayenne is the third-generation Cayenne, sold in the US from the 2019 model year to today in gas and plug-in hybrid form. It added the sleek Coupe, the record-setting Turbo GT and, for 2024, a big update with a new cabin and stronger engines. It’s still on sale alongside the new Cayenne Electric. Here’s what changed year to year, which recalls to check, how it rates for safety and which one to buy.

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E3 Cayenne at a Glance

Model years 2019–present US model years

Types 9YA / 9YB SUV and Coupe

Big update 2024 New cabin, V8 for the S

US power range 335–729 hp Base to Turbo E-Hybrid

Towing 7,716 lb Properly equipped

Built in Bratislava Slovakia

What Made the E3 Cayenne Different

The third-gen Cayenne moved to the VW Group’s MLB platform, which it shares with the Audi Q8, Bentley Bentayga and Lamborghini Urus. As a result, it’s lighter on its feet than its size suggests, and it still tows 7,716 lb when properly equipped.

Porsche also kept adding body styles and powertrains. The Coupe arrived for 2020 with a sloping roof, and the plug-in E-Hybrids grew from one model to a whole family, topped by the 670-hp Turbo S E-Hybrid and later the 729-hp Turbo E-Hybrid.

Then the 2024 update changed a lot. You get a new dashboard with a 12.6-inch digital gauge screen and an optional passenger display, the Cayenne S switched from a V6 to a 468-hp V8, and the plug-in hybrids got a bigger 25.9-kWh battery.

Dashboard of a 2018 Porsche Cayenne S, right-hand-drive, with the wide center touchscreen
  • 729 hpTurbo E-Hybrid
  • 4.7 s2024 base, 0–60 (C/D test)
  • 25.9 kWh2024+ hybrid battery
  • 7,716 lbTowing

What we like

  • Drives like a much smaller car
  • Huge range of engines, from V6 to 729-hp hybrid
  • Tows up to 7,716 lb

What to watch

  • Options get expensive fast
  • Long recall list on early cars
  • Not crash-tested by NHTSA or the IIHS

E3 Cayenne Engines and Power

The E3 came in two waves. Up to 2023 you could pick V6, V8 and plug-in hybrid versions; for 2024, Porsche raised power across the range, gave the S a V8 and replaced the plain Turbo with the Turbo E-Hybrid.

EngineYearsFound inOutput
3.0L turbo V62019–2023Cayenne, Coupe335 hp / 332 lb-ft
2.9L twin-turbo V62019–2023Cayenne S434 hp / 405 lb-ft
3.0L V6 plug-in hybrid2019–2023E-Hybrid455 hp / 516 lb-ft
4.0L twin-turbo V82019–2023Turbo541 hp / 567 lb-ft
4.0L V8 plug-in hybrid2020–2023Turbo S E-Hybrid670 hp / 663 lb-ft
4.0L twin-turbo V82021–2023GTS453 hp / 457 lb-ft
4.0L twin-turbo V82022–2023Turbo GT (Coupe)631 hp / 626 lb-ft
3.0L turbo V62024–presentCayenne, Coupe348 hp / 368 lb-ft
3.0L V6 plug-in hybrid2024–presentE-Hybrid463 hp combined
4.0L twin-turbo V82024–presentCayenne S468 hp / 442 lb-ft
3.0L V6 plug-in hybrid2024–presentS E-Hybrid512 hp / 553 lb-ft
4.0L twin-turbo V82025–presentGTS493 hp / 487 lb-ft
4.0L V8 plug-in hybrid2024–presentTurbo E-Hybrid729 hp / 700 lb-ft
4.0L twin-turbo V82024–presentTurbo GT (Coupe)650 hp
US model years and Porsche USA figures. Most versions come as both SUV and Coupe; the Turbo GT is Coupe only.

One big update, lots of new models

E3 Cayenne Changes by Model Year

The E3 changed mostly by adding models until the big 2024 update. So a 2019 and a 2024 Cayenne look similar but feel quite different inside.

  1. 2019 Launch year with the Cayenne, S and Turbo, then the E-Hybrid plug-in.
  2. 2020 The Cayenne Coupe arrives with a fixed glass roof and adaptive spoiler. Also, the 670-hp Turbo S E-Hybrid joins the range.
  3. 2021 The GTS returns with a 453-hp V8.
  4. 2022 The 631-hp Turbo GT Coupe arrives, plus a Platinum Edition with satin trim and 21-inch wheels.
  5. 2024 Big update. A new cabin with a 12.6-inch gauge screen and the gear selector on the dash, standard HD Matrix LED headlights, a V8 for the Cayenne S, a 25.9-kWh hybrid battery and the new S E-Hybrid and 729-hp Turbo E-Hybrid.
  6. 2025 The GTS returns with 493 hp, and a surround-view camera becomes standard.
  7. 2026 Mostly unchanged, while the new Cayenne Electric goes on sale alongside it.
  8. 2027 The gas and plug-in hybrid lineup continues, from $89,900 for the base Cayenne to $214,800 for the Turbo GT, before delivery.

Our verdict: if you can afford it, get a 2024 or newer car. The updated cabin, stronger engines and bigger hybrid battery are a real step up from the early cars.

E3 Cayenne Special Models

The E3 era gave the Cayenne a Coupe body, a Nürburgring record holder and the most powerful gas-powered Cayennes yet.

Rear view of a black 2023 Porsche Cayenne Coupe S in Filderstadt

2020–present

Cayenne Coupe

Sloping roof Glass roof standard Every engine

The Coupe has a lower, sloping roofline, a fixed glass roof and an adaptive rear spoiler. A Lightweight Sport Package adds a carbon roof and 22-inch wheels.

Black Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT in Filderstadt

2022–present

Turbo GT

631–650 hp 0–60 in 3.1 s Nürburgring record

The most track-focused Cayenne set an SUV lap record of 7:38.925 at the Nordschleife in 2021. The 2024 version makes 650 hp and gets ceramic brakes and rear-axle steering as standard.

White facelifted third-generation Porsche Cayenne

2024–present

Turbo E-Hybrid

729 hp 700 lb-ft Plug-in hybrid

The most powerful gas-powered Cayenne pairs a twin-turbo V8 with an electric motor. Car and Driver measured a Turbo E-Hybrid Coupe at 3.1 seconds to 60 mph.

E3 Cayenne Recalls

The E3 has had quite a few recalls, especially on 2019 to 2021 cars. Several involve steering and suspension parts, so make sure every campaign has been done.

Model yearsCampaignWhat's affected
2019NHTSA 19V112000Front shock absorber forks may loosen, which can affect steering.
2019–2020NHTSA 19V735000Gauge cluster may not warn of worn brake pads. Fixed by reprogramming; replaces 19V115000.
2019–2020 Turbo, Turbo S E-HybridNHTSA 20V270000Fuel line connector may leak, creating a fire risk.
2021NHTSA 21V271000Rear trailing-arm lock nut may crack. Follow-up campaign 22V040000 checks the alignment afterward.
2020–2021 Coupe, 2021 GTSNHTSA 21V318000Missing seat heater part can stop the front passenger airbag from deploying.
2021NHTSA 21V493000Steering column screw may fail.
E-Hybrid modelsNHTSA 23V841000The 240-volt portable charging cable or outlet can overheat, creating a fire risk.
2024NHTSA 24V533000Driver-side front upper control arm may crack, risking loss of steering control.
2024–2026NHTSA 25V634000High-pressure fuel pump fasteners may loosen and cause a fuel leak.
2019–2025NHTSA 25V896000Rear camera image may not display.
Notable campaigns only, not a full list. Recall repairs are free at a Porsche dealer. Check your own car’s VIN with NHTSA (US) or Transport Canada (Canada).

E3 Cayenne Safety Ratings by Region

Here’s the honest answer: the E3 Cayenne has never been crash-tested in the US, and its only major rating, from Euro NCAP in 2017, has expired.

RegionProgramRatingWhat it means
United StatesNHTSANot ratedNHTSA hasn’t crash-tested this generation.
United StatesIIHSNot ratedThe IIHS hasn’t published results for the E3 Cayenne.
CanadaNHTSA and IIHSNot ratedCanada uses the US results, and there aren’t any for the Cayenne.
EuropeEuro NCAP★★★★★ (2017, expired)Adult occupant 95%, child occupant 80%, pedestrian 73% and safety assist 62%, tested on a diesel.
Australia, New ZealandANCAPNot ratedANCAP has never rated a Porsche, because Porsche doesn’t submit its cars.
Ratings apply only to the body style and model years tested, and older scores are not comparable with today's tests.

Old scores aren’t comparable. Euro NCAP has tightened its tests several times since 2017, so that five-star score isn’t the same as five stars from a newer car.

Buying a Used E3 Cayenne

A used E3 Cayenne can be a great buy, and Consumer Reports expects the 2026 to be more reliable than the average new car. However, repairs are Porsche-priced, so check these things first.

  • Recalls first. Run the VIN and make sure the steering, suspension and fuel-line campaigns are done, especially on 2019–2021 cars and 2024 models.
  • Coolant leaks. Porsche bulletins cover a leaking front coolant pipe on high-mileage 3.0 V6s and coolant-pump seepage on 2.9 and 3.0 V6s, so look for low-coolant warnings and service records.
  • Owner complaints. On 2019 cars, owners report shrinking dash leather, 12-volt battery faults and lurching when slowing to a stop. Check the dash and drive it in traffic.
  • Plug-in range. Early E-Hybrids go only about 17 miles on electricity, while the 2025 S E-Hybrid is rated at 27 miles thanks to the bigger battery. So pick a 2024-or-newer car if you plan to plug in daily.
Rear view of a white 2023 Porsche Cayenne S

Our picks

  • Best overall: 2024+ Cayenne S
  • Best value: 2019–2023 base Cayenne
  • Best performance: Turbo GT

Think twice

  • Any car with an open steering or suspension recall
  • A 2019 with unresolved electrical faults
  • An early E-Hybrid if you want real electric range

Other Cayenne Generations

The E3 sits between the 92A and the Cayenne Electric, which is sold alongside it. Jump to either, or see every Cayenne.

E3 Cayenne FAQ

What years is the E3 Porsche Cayenne?

In the US, the third-generation Cayenne covers the 2019 model year to today. It got a big update for 2024, and it’s still sold alongside the Cayenne Electric.

How much horsepower does the base Cayenne have?

The 2019–2023 base Cayenne makes 335 hp from its 3.0-liter turbo V6. From 2024 it makes 348 hp and 368 lb-ft.

How far can a Cayenne E-Hybrid go on electricity?

EPA figures range from about 17 miles for a 2022 E-Hybrid to 27 miles for a 2025 S E-Hybrid, which has the bigger 25.9-kWh battery.

What is the Cayenne Turbo GT?

It’s the most track-focused Cayenne, a Coupe-only model with 631 hp, later 650 hp. In 2021 it set an SUV lap record of 7:38.925 at the Nürburgring Nordschleife.

How much can the Cayenne tow?

Up to 7,716 lb when properly equipped.

Is the E3 Cayenne crash-tested?

Not in the US. NHTSA and the IIHS haven’t tested it. Euro NCAP gave it five stars in 2017, but that rating has expired.

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  1. Header image: © M 93, CC BY-SA 3.0 de, cropped and resized.
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  3. Rear view of a black 2023 Porsche…: Alexander-93, CC BY-SA 4.0, cropped and resized.
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