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What's New for 2025?
The Cayenne GTS debuts with a slightly saucier version of the Cayenne S model's twin-turbo V8 along with a sport-tuned adaptive air suspension, reduced noise insulation and various GTS-specific styling touches inside and out. Across the Cayenne lineup, ambient lighting, a surround view camera with active parking support and soft-close doors are now standard.
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"The Cayenne has raised its game even at the entry level, its base turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 now pumping out a spirited 348 horsepower. But there are so many levels to the Cayenne, each promising more power and luxury than the last. Nothing comes cheap here, but every Cayenne combines athleticism, solidity and sophistication like few other SUVs can. Just don't expect much in the way of fuel economy or cargo space, at least not by midsize SUV standards."—Ranked #5 out of 11 Midsize Luxury SUVs
MotorDonkey's proprietary vehicle data identifies every significant version of each model so that you can compare and decide. Ordered by price from low to high, here are the versions of the 2025 Porsche Cayenne that you need to be aware of, along with our expert analysis and recommendations.
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The base Cayenne is an excellent all-around luxury SUV, especially now that a turbocharged V6 comes standard. Back in the day, the base Cayenne meant settling for a V6 that was too close to the Volkswagen Touareg's V6 for comfort, but that's fixed now. Incidentally, the Audi Q8 is worth a look if you're considering a base Cayenne, as they're quite similar vehicles (the powertrain is nearly identical) with interestingly different characters.
The Cayenne E-Hybrid should provide an all-electric driving range of somewhere between 20 and 25 miles, which frankly isn't very impressive. It takes more like 35-40 miles to move the needle these days for a luxury PHEV. We'd skip this frightfully complex plug-in Porsche and consider the non-hybrid Cayenne variants.
Now here's a Cayenne we can get behind. The V8 in the Cayenne S is back and better than ever, laying down serious turbocharged power with a righteous soundtrack. The base Cayenne is no slouch these days with its turbocharged V6, but we'd have to have the V8. It transforms the character of the Cayenne, as V8s are wont to do.
The Cayenne S E-Hybrid does a disservice to Porsche's "S" models, quite frankly. They're supposed to be obviously special compared to their lesser platform-mates, but the S E-Hybrid fails to make that case for itself. It's got a little more power, but the performance has barely improved. Why spend an extra $7k-plus to get the S? We're not clear on that.
A key question for Cayenne V8 shoppers will be: Should I get the S or the GTS? Our answer is that sometimes mystique drives interest in certain Porsche models more than objective merit, and the Cayenne GTS may fall into that category. It has less sound insulation than the S, for one thing, which strikes us as particularly undesirable in a six-figure luxury SUV — yet it weighs more anyway. The two models share Porsche's 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8; the GTS just gets a different tune that adds a modest 25 horsepower. Sure, the GTS comes standard with some sport-tuned suspension features that can't be had on the S, but if you want a four-door that really handles, why not consider the Panamera GTS? The Cayenne S, to us, is the ultimate Porsche SUV for discerning buyers. But if you think the S doesn't have enough flash for the cash, we can understand the appeal of the more extroverted GTS.
The Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid certainly delivers the thrills when you put your right foot down. A delectable turbocharged V8 paired with a powerful electric motor will do that for you. Here's the thing, though: It is, without exaggeration, half again as expensive as the non-hybrid Cayenne S, which shares that excellent V8 and is seriously fast in its own right. Why pay $50k more for the Turbo E-Hybrid, especially given that its electric range is expected to top out under 30 miles? We don't see a strong argument here.
What are the different versions of the 2025 Cayenne, and how much do they cost? Select a version below or just hit the button to see our full 2025 Cayenne specs and model data.
| Version | Price | Fuel | MPG | Power | Torque |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Porsche Cayenne Base (3.0T AWD) | $84,700 | Gas | 19 | 348 hp | 368 lb-ft |
| 2025 Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid (3.0T PHEV AWD) | $97,200 | Plug-In Hybrid | N/A | 463 hp | 479 lb-ft |
| 2025 Porsche Cayenne S (4.0T AWD) | $101,600 | Gas | 17 | 468 hp | 442 lb-ft |
| 2025 Porsche Cayenne S E-Hybrid (3.0T PHEV AWD) | $105,100 | Plug-In Hybrid | N/A | 512 hp | 553 lb-ft |
| 2025 Porsche Cayenne GTS (4.0T AWD) | $124,900 | Gas | 18 | 493 hp | 486 lb-ft |
| 2025 Porsche Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid (4.0T PHEV AWD) | $157,000 | Plug-In Hybrid | N/A | 729 hp | 700 lb-ft |
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Josh has been reviewing cars professionally since joining Edmunds.com fresh out of grad school in 2008. Prior to founding MotorDonkey, he spent 15 years shaping Edmunds' expert automotive content in various capacities, starting as an associate editor and ultimately serving as a senior editor before wrapping up with a five-year term as the company's first-ever director of content strategy. Josh is a card-carrying member of the Motor Press Guild and a lifelong car nut who has driven, compared and critiqued thousands of cars in his career. Helping people find their perfect car never gets old—seriously!
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