AutoVault's overall score, weighted for what a luxury suv is actually for — performance, technology, comfort, reliability, safety and value.
Specifications
Engine
3.0L V6 PHEV
Horsepower
455 hp
Torque
516 lb-ft
0–60 mph
5 sec
Top speed
157 mph
Drivetrain
AWD
Seats
5
Combined MPG
23 mpg (20 city / 28 hwy)
Range
399 miles
MSRP
$101,200
Body style
Luxury SUV
The verdict
What's good
Electric torque fills gaps in V6 delivery for a seamlessly quick pull
Daily commuters can cover short trips on electric-only with zero fuel cost
PHEV badge doesn't compromise cargo volume or towing versus standard Cayenne
Charging at home overnight keeps weekday running costs very low
What's not
PHEV battery adds noticeable curb weight that blunts handling precision
Only around 26 miles electric range — highway drivers gain almost nothing
Battery-related complexity raises long-term service cost over standard V6
Air suspension pump and battery system can flag warnings over time
The engine
3.0L V6 PHEV
3.0L V6 Plug-in Hybrid
Porsche pairs its 3.0 turbo V6 with an electric motor and battery for near-silent electric running around town and a strong combined punch when both power sources fire together.
Porsche's E-Hybrid system is a direct technological descendant of the 918 Spyder hypercar's powertrain, bringing motorsport-bred hybrid know-how to the Cayenne and Panamera.
The hybrid tech traces back to the Le Mans-winning 919 and the 918 Spyder hypercar.
It can run several miles on electricity alone, then add a boost when you floor it.
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The six sub-scores behind the 83 — performance, tech, comfort, reliability, safety and value