Porsche reveals electric Cayenne marking a new EV era of performance, engineering and real off-road ability
Published on Nov 19, 2025 at 6:15 PM (UTC+4)
by Callum Tokody
Last updated on Nov 19, 2025 at 5:01 PM (UTC+4)
Edited by
Amelia Jean Hershman-Jones
The Electric Cayenne is moving the Porsche EV lineup forward with acceleration usually associated with the Cayenne Turbo and sets a new pace for the Porsche SUV category.
Porsche lists the new Cayenne as its most powerful production model.
Two versions launch the series with an updated battery, motor and software hardware.
The broader direction of the Electric Cayenne becomes clearer once the performance, charging capability and platform choices are examined.
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Electric Cayenne performance highlights
Porsche developed the Electric Cayenne as the next step in a model line that has shaped the company since its original release in 2002.
The lineup begins with the Electric Cayenne and the Cayenne Turbo Electric, both using all wheel drive through an electronic traction system.
The Cayenne Turbo Electric reaches 100km/h in 2.5 seconds with up to 850 kilowatts available in launch mode.
The Electric Cayenne produces 300 kilowatts in everyday conditions and 325 kilowatts with Launch Control.
In total output terms, the Cayenne Turbo Electric reaches up to 1,156 horsepower, which places it at the top of the current Porsche EV performance chart.
Porsche says the braking system can recuperate up to 600 kilowatts, which means that most routine braking events are handled by the motors rather than the mechanical system.
The 113-kilowatt-hour battery is rated for up to 642 kilometres of WLTP range in European specification.
DC fast charging reaches up to 400 kilowatts, and Porsche’s testing recorded a 10 to 80 percent charge in under 16 minutes.
Wireless 11-kilowatt charging is planned for a later rollout, and all Electric Cayenne models are already wired for it, giving owners flexibility as charging infrastructure continues to evolve.
The Electric Cayenne also features a suspension and chassis setup that includes adaptive air suspension and optional rear axle steering.
These systems give the model a more settled ride at highway speeds while improving manoeuvrability at lower speeds.
The Cayenne Turbo Electric includes additional chassis equipment that provides stronger stability during high-speed acceleration and cornering.
The range continues to offer towing capacity up to 3.5 tonnes, allowing the Electric Cayenne to function as a practical vehicle alongside its performance traits.
Exterior updates include narrower LED headlights, cleaner body surfacing and a wider rear light strip that stretches across the tailgate.
The design shifts the overall profile toward a simpler and slightly more aerodynamic shape.
Inside, the Electric Cayenne adds the Porsche Driver Experience interface, which includes a curved digital display, a redesigned instrument cluster and an optional passenger display.
The augmented reality head-up display overlays guidance and hazard information into the driver’s field of vision.
Storage space ranges from 781 to 1,588 litres, depending on rear seat position, and the increased wheelbase provides more passenger room in the second row.
Porsche EV strategy and market position
The Electric Cayenne sits within a three-tier powertrain approach that keeps electric, hybrid and combustion models available across the same lineup.
Porsche plans to maintain all three options into the next decade, which allows the Porsche EV rollout to expand while preserving choice for buyers who prefer traditional engines.
The Electric Cayenne and the Cayenne Turbo Electric represent early steps in this long-term plan and will sit alongside future electric models as the brand widens its EV footprint.
Pricing begins at about $109,000 for the Electric Cayenne and $169,000 for the Cayenne Turbo Electric, with global deliveries scheduled to begin in 2026.
The Electric Cayenne marks a stronger phase in the Porsche EV strategy and sets the tone for future electric models.
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Callum Tokody is a content writer at Supercar Blondie, where he covers the latest in the automotive world with a focus on design and performance. With a background in automotive journalism, he has contributed to a range of publications in Australia and the UK. In addition to his writing, Callum also heads up PR and communications, helping to build and strengthen partnerships within the industry. Outside of work, he’s a design enthusiast with a soft spot for anything with a V8 and a good story.
