Porsche has been testing the all-electric Cayenne for over two years. After the Macan Electric and the Taycan, this step represents the biggest leap in the Cayenne generation since the original model conquered the performance SUV segment into the mainstream more than twenty years ago. Development prototypes have traveled thousands of kilometers across ice, desert and mountain testing grounds, and the vehicle has made early public appearances at Goodwood and in controlled media features. Now the wait is over.
The 2026 Porsche Cayenne Electric comes to market as part of a new, diversified lineup that will continue to offer gasoline and hybrid models into the next decade. Porsche confirms a flexible drive strategy across the Cayenne range, giving you real choice depending on the application. The all-electric Cayenne family is launching with two models: the Cayenne Electric and the Cayenne Turbo Electric.
Performance is at the heart of the story. The Turbo Electric produces 1,140 horsepower and up to 1,107 pound-feet of torque using launch control and push-to-pass. It accelerates from zero to 100 km/h in 2.5 seconds and can reach a top speed of 260 km/h. In standard driving mode it delivers 857 hp, with a further 176 hp available in ten-second increments. It is the most powerful production Porsche ever built.
The energy recovery technology is based directly on Porsche’s Formula E program. The recuperation power is up to 600 kW, and around 97 percent of routine braking operations can rely on electrical recuperation instead of mechanical friction. This increases efficiency, consistency and responsiveness in demanding road or track environments.
The 113 kWh battery supports fast charging with up to 400 kW DC. Under optimal conditions, charging from 10 to 80 percent takes less than 16 minutes, and ten minutes of charging can provide a range of approximately 202 miles. The estimated WLTP range on the European cycle is up to 399 miles for the Cayenne Electric and 387 miles for the Turbo. The Caynne Electric also supports wireless charging.
In terms of design, it is unmistakably a Cayenne. Key elements include a low hood profile, slim Matrix LED headlights, pronounced fenders, the signature Porsche Flyline roof arch, frameless doors and a full-width 3D taillight bar with illuminated Porsche lettering. Active aerodynamic components contribute to a drag coefficient of 0.25, making the Cayenne Electric one of the most aerodynamically efficient SUVs.
Inside, Porsche Driver Experience introduces the brand’s largest display environment: a curved OLED Flow display in the center, a 14.25-inch instrument cluster and an optional 14.9-inch passenger screen with native streaming and gaming. A head-up display with AR graphics is available.
In terms of utility, cargo space measures 27.5 to 56 cubic feet plus a 3.1 cubic foot trunk. Towing capacity is 7,700 pounds. An off-road package increases approach angle and ride height. This is our first preview, focusing on key highlights. We’re bringing you more exclusive coverage of Icons of Porsche’s new 2025 all-electric Cayenne, taking place in Dubai this weekend.
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