2022 Porsche Cayenne review
Porsche Cayenne highlights
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Pros
- Expansive model range, from mild to wild
- Good looks and excellent build quality inside and out
Cons
- Lots of equipment is optional and expensive
- Coupe loses some practicality for its more svelte looks
Mileage (EPA estimate)
15 city, 19 highway, 17 combined
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Even more power and performance for the 2022 Porsche Cayenne
Porsche has long touted its Cayenne as the sportiest choice among SUVs, but some rivals have gotten very close to it in recent years. That explains Porsche's addition of the Cayenne Coupe Turbo GT to the model line for 2022. This most focused of Cayennes might not be the most powerful—that honor is reserved for the mighty Turbo S E-Hybrid—but the 631-hp Turbo GT has been working out, with a new suspension, new brakes, more power, and specific settings for its chassis systems. And with all that, Porsche has taken the fastest SUV lap accolade from the Lamborghini Urus around Germany's Nurburgring.
What does that corporate posturing mean to most of us? Truthfully, not a lot, but it does underline that the Cayenne is among the sharpest-driving SUVs you can buy whichever engine you pick. Prestige and brand cachet remain very high, too. So while the Cayenne might not be the most spacious, most comfortable, or cheapest SUV or SUV coupe out there, it remains one of the best to drive, own, or—for the majority of us—desire.
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What is new for the 2022 Porsche Cayenne?
- The Cayenne is available in a variety of new trims, including the GT Turbo, Platinum, Platinum Coupe, S Platinum, and S Platinum Coupe.
- Cayenne trims have been upgraded with Leather & Suede Seats, Smart Key, Rear Spoiler, and Android Auto as standard equipment this year.
- Automated Parking and Suede Seats features are now available as options on select trims.
- The GTS trim now comes with Satellite Radio Ready and Apple CarPlay as standard equipment.
- The Base trim now comes with Overhead Airbags as standard equipment.
- The Turbo trim now comes with Satellite Radio Ready and Apple CarPlay as standard equipment.
- The Coupe trim now comes with Apple CarPlay and Satellite Radio Ready as standard equipment.
2022 Porsche Cayenne trims
S Coupe:
- 434-hp, 405-lb-ft of torque 2.9L
- Power Seats
- Rear View Camera
- Power Mirrors
- Side Airbags
- Leatherette Seats
- Smart Key
- Traction Control
- Rear Defroster
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S:
- Includes all features available on the S Coupe
- 2.9L
- Panoramic Sunroof
- Rear Seat Heaters
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Turbo Coupe:
- Includes all features available on the S
- 541-hp, 567-lb-ft of torque 4.0L
- Front Seat Heaters
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Adjustable Suspension
- Apple CarPlay
- Android Auto
Coupe:
- Includes all features available on the Turbo Coupe
- 335-hp, 332-lb-ft of torque 3.0L
- Overhead Airbags
- Bluetooth Technology
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Auxiliary Audio Input
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S Platinum:
- Includes all features available on the Coupe
- No significant upgrades found on the S Platinum
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S Platinum Coupe:
- Includes all features available on the S Platinum
- Memory Seats
Base:
- Includes all features available on the S Platinum Coupe
- Navigation System
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GT Turbo:
- Includes all features available on the Base
- 4.0L
Platinum Coupe:
- Includes all features available on the GT Turbo
- Rear Spoiler
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Platinum:
- Includes all features available on the Platinum Coupe
- BOSE Sound System
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Turbo:
- Includes all features available on the Platinum
- No significant upgrades found on the Turbo
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GTS:
- Includes all features available on the Turbo
- 453-hp, 457-lb-ft of torque 4.0L
- Leather & Suede Seats
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5 reasons to buy the 2022 Porsche Cayenne
1. Puts the sport in SUV
The 2022 Porsche Cayenne is a luxury midsize SUV with the performance of a sports car. From the engine's horsepower and throaty sound to the active suspension and big brakes, you get an SUV that drives like nothing else. You'll find yourself taking detours home to look for those fun and twisty roads. You may also volunteer to drive when friends and family go out, enjoying effortless acceleration away from traffic. The 2022 Porsche Cayenne is an excellent pick if you want a sports car but need an SUV.
2. Exciting exterior
Take a high-end sports car, add another set of doors and an SUV chassis, and you have the Cayenne. The large signature headlights and purposeful grille lead to a chiseled and athletic design that is a no-compromise blend of art and utility. The standard SUV body looks like it's in action even when parked, and the optional Cayenne Coupe model shortens the overall exterior with a sleek and bold rear roofline. Every time you drive past a row of large windows, you'll look over and check out that profile.
3. Trim levels for everyone
There are a stunning 19 trim levels available for the 2022 Porsche Cayenne. Look for a turbo V6 in the base model all the way up to a twin-turbo V8 in the GTS. The Platinum Edition adds satin exterior trim and exclusive 21-inch wheels, while Premium, Sport Chrono, and Off-Road packages add unique flavors. If you can't find the exact options you want in a base trim level, look out for used models with additional options and custom touches.
4. Truck-like towing
Just because it has a pretty face doesn't mean the Porsche Cayenne can't do real work. With powerful engines matched to a tough eight-speed automatic and AWD, the Cayenne can climb rugged mountain roads or haul all your heavy toys. The 2022 Porsche Cayenne (all engines and trims except Turbo S E-Hybrid) has a maximum estimated towing capacity of 7,700 lbs when properly equipped.
5. Available hybrid
The 2022 Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid combines high performance with green consciousness and rocks a turbocharged V6 and an electric motor for a combined 455 horsepower and 516 lb-ft of torque. That's good enough for a zero to 60 sprint in just 4.7 seconds (when new). Yet this same model can achieve an EPA-estimated 46 combined MPGe (electric)/21 combined MPG (gas).
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Ratings & reliability
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RepairPal gave the Porsche Cayenne an overall reliability rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Average. This rating ranks Porsche Cayenne 25th out of 29 among Luxury Midsize SUVs.
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GTS Coupe 4WD/AWD 4D Sport Utility
Standard Features
- 20 Inch Plus Wheels
- 4WD/AWD
- ABS Brakes
- Adjustable Suspension
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Cruise Control
- Leatherette Seats
- Navigation System
- Overhead Airbags
- Parking Sensors
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Windows
- Rear Air Conditioning
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Traction Control
- Turbo Charged Engine
- A/C Seat(s)
- Automated Cruise Control
- Automated Parking
- BOSE Sound System
- Burmester Audio
- Front Seat Heaters
- Full Roof Rack
- Head Up Display
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Lane Departure Warning
- Leather & Suede Seats
- Leather Seats
- Memory Seat(s)
- Rear A/C Seat(s)
- Rear Air Conditioning
- Rear Entertainment System
- Rear Seat Heaters
- Rear Sunshade
- Running Boards
- Seat Massagers
- Smart Key
- Suede Seats
- Tow Hitch
Drive Wheels
All Wheel Drive (4WD/AWD)
Engine size
4.0L
Horsepower
453
Torque (ft-lbs)
457
Engine type
Turbo Gas
Fuel capacity
23.7
Wheelbase
114"
Overall length
194.5"
Width
78.6"
Height
64.7"
Front tires
P285/40VR21
Rear tires
P315/35VR21
Seating capacity
4
Max towing capacity
770/7700 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2022 Porsche Cayenne FAQ
The 2022 Porsche Cayenne is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- GTS Coupe : 15 MPG City and 20 MPG Highway
- Turbo : 15 MPG City and 19 MPG Highway
- GTS : 15 MPG City and 19 MPG Highway
- S : 18 MPG City and 22 MPG Highway
- Base : 19 MPG City and 22 MPG Highway
- Platinum : 19 MPG City and 23 MPG Highway
- Platinum Coupe : 19 MPG City and 23 MPG Highway
- S Platinum Coupe : 18 MPG City and 22 MPG Highway
- S Platinum : 18 MPG City and 22 MPG Highway
- S Coupe : 18 MPG City and 21 MPG Highway
- Turbo Coupe : 15 MPG City and 20 MPG Highway
- Coupe : 19 MPG City and 23 MPG Highway
- GT Turbo Coupe : 15 MPG City and 19 MPG Highway
The Porsche Cayenne received a rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Average. This rating ranks the Porsche Cayenne as 24 out of 29 among Luxury Midsize SUV
The 2022 Porsche Cayenne has a maximum towing capacity of 7700 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
Here is what's new for the 2022 Porsche Cayenne:
- GT Turbo Coupe
- Platinum
- Platinum Coupe
- S Platinum
- S Platinum Coupe
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