The 2016 Porsche Cayenne is a perfect blend of sporty performance, off-road ability, and the luxury that has become synonymous with the brand. With six trim levels available, there’s something to suit every driver’s tastes. All trim levels include eight-speed automatic, all-wheel drive, a leather-lined interior, and infotainment system with navigation.
The following features are also standard on all Cayenne models:
- Daytime running lights with four LED spotlights per headlight unit
- Multifunction sports steering wheel with gearshift paddles
- Two-zone climate control
- Eight-way electrically adjustable comfort seats
- Rear seats with fore/aft and backrest angle adjustment
- Monochrome black interior package (high-gloss)
- Automatic rear hatch
- Cruise control
- Bi-Xenon Headlights
- Anti-theft alarm system with immobilizer and ultrasonic interior detection
- 18-inch Cayenne wheels
- Bumper-to-bumper 48 month/50,000 mile warranty
- Door sill guards in stainless steel with ‘Cayenne’ logo (front)
Porsche Cayenne Optional Packages
Optional packages are available, including the following:
Infotainment BOSE Package w/HD Radio
- SiriusXM Satellite Radio
- BOSE Surround Sound System
- Online Services
Sport Package
- Sport Chrono Package
- Air Suspension w/PASM
- Silver Sport Exhaust System
Premium Package
- Front Seat Heating
- Power Seats (14-way adjustable, with memory)
- Interior and Exterior Mirrors that automatically dim
- Porsche Dynamic Light System Bi-Xenon Headlights
- Personalized Floor Mats w/Leather Edging
- ParkAssist (Front & Rear) w/Reversing Camera
- Comfort Lighting Package
- Power Steering Plus
- Electric Sliding and Tilting Glass Sunroof
- Front Seat Ventilation
- Extended Interior Package Plus
- Leather Extended Interior Package, Dashboard
- Leather Door Release Lever & Ashtray Surround
- Leather Steering Column and Grab Handles
- Personalized Trunk Mat w/Leather Edging
- Leather Key Pouch
- Leather PCM Display Surround
- Painted Vehicle Key
Premium Package Plus
- Front & Rear ParkAssist w/Reversing Camera
- Comfort Lighting Package
- Power Steering Plus
- Interior & Exterior Mirrors (Automatically Dimming)
- Electric Sliding and Tilting Glass Sunroof
- Power Seats (14-way adjustable, with memory)
- Front & Rear Seat Heating
- Front & Rear Seat Ventilation
- Porsche Dynamic Light System LED Headlights
- Porsche Entry & Drive
- Rear Side Windows Power Sunblind
- Lane Change Assist (LCA)
Porsche Cayenne Model Options
Available models include the base model, Diesel, S, GTS, Turbo, and Turbo S. The Porsche Cayenne offers a variety of engine configurations that are as at home hugging tight curves or navigating muddy backroads as they are taking the family on a cross country road trip.
Base
The base 4-door model features a 300-hp, 3.5-liter V6 engine with 295 lb.-ft. of torque, an 8-speed automatic transmission with overdrive and automanual, and a combined EPA rating of 21 mpg. Speeds of 0-60 mph are achieved in 6.47 seconds. All optional packages are available for the base model.
Cayenne Diesel
The Cayenne Diesel features a 240-hp, 3.0-liter V6 diesel engine with 406 lb.-ft. of torque, an 8-speed automatic transmission with overdrive and automanual, and a combined EPA rating of 24 mpg. Speeds of 0-60 mph are achieved in 9.08 seconds. All optional packages are available for the Diesel model.
Cayenne S
The Cayenne S features a 420-hp, 3.6-liter V-6 engine with 443 lb.-ft. of torque, an 8-speed automatic transmission with overdrive and automanual, and a combined EPA rating of 19 mpg. Speeds of 0-60 mph are achieved in 6.05 seconds. All optional packages are available for the S model.
Cayenne GTS
The Cayenne GTS features a 440-hp, 3.6-liter V-6 engine with 406 lb.-ft. of torque, an 8-speed automatic transmission with overdrive and automanual, and a combined EPA rating of 20 mpg. Speeds of 0-60 mph are achieved in 5.96 seconds. All optional packages are available for the GTS, except the Sport package which is standard with this model.
Cayenne Turbo
The Cayenne Turbo features a 520-hp, 4.8-liter V-8 engine with 553 lb.-ft. of torque, an 8-speed automatic transmission with overdrive and automanual, and a combined EPA rating of 17 mpg. Speeds of 0-60 mph are achieved in 4.71 seconds. All optional packages are available for the Turbo, except the Infotainment BOSE Package with HD Radio, which is standard with this model.
Cayenne Turbo S
The Cayenne Turbo features a 570-hp, 4.8-liter V-8 engine with 590 lb.-ft. of torque, an 8-speed automatic transmission with overdrive and automanual, and a combined EPA rating of 17 mpg. Speeds of 0-60 mph are achieved in 4.71 seconds. The Premium Package Plus and Exterior/Interior Package Plus are available. All other packages are standard for this model.
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