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Porsche’s New Cayenne Coupe EV Hits 60 As Fast As The 911 Turbo S And Can Still Tow Your Boat

  • The new Cayenne Coupe Electric arrives with three distinct power levels.
  • Turbo variant produces 1,139 horsepower and hit 60 mph in 2.4 seconds.
  • Buyers still get adaptive air suspension and up to 7,700 pounds of towing.

The Porsche Cayenne Coupe has never quite added up on paper. It’s a sportier, less practical version of an SUV meant to add a boatload of practicality to a sporty brand. Now, Porsche is adding another powertrain because buyers want options.

After some 40 percent of U.S. buyers chose the less practical Coupe body style of the Cayenne in 2025, they have an all-new, all-electric version available, and it just so happens to boast up to 1,139 horsepower (850 kW).

Also: Porsche’s New Wireless Charger Is Fast, But It’ll Cost You

We’ve known for a while that this was coming. Porsche already released the Cayenne Electric SUV. This is the Coupe version with its “911-inspired” roofline. It also features a unique roof structure and a coupe-specific windshield, giving it a more steeply raked profile than the SUV.

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Under the sheet metal and cramped back seat, you’ll find the same bones as the normal Cayenne Electric. That includes an 800-volt architecture, a 113 kWh battery, and the ability to leverage a 400 kW charger to go from 10-80 percent in under 16 minutes.

Read: Porsche Turns Cayenne EV Coupe Into A Hypercar Hunter

The base model starts at 435 hp (325 kW) and 615 lb-ft, which already feels like overkill for a daily SUV. Step up to the Cayenne S Coupe Electric, and you’re looking at 657 hp (490 kW). But the real headline grabber is the Turbo Coupe Electric: up to 1,139 hp (850 kW) and 1,106 lb-ft, with a claimed 0–60 mph (97 km/h) time of just 2.4 seconds. That matches the fastest 911 on sale today, the 911 Turbo S.

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Top speeds vary depending on the model, ranging from 143 mph (230 km/h) in the base version to 162 mph (261 km/h) in the Turbo.

That’s not just quick. It’s supercar territory in something that can tow 7,716 lbs (3,500 kg). Adaptive air suspension, optional rear-axle steering, torque vectoring, and Porsche’s trick Active Ride system all make appearances, too. Buyers can also opt for an Off-Road Package that improves approach angles

The Sport Chrono package and a panoramic glass roof are both standard on the Coupe. Charging hardware includes a NACS port on the driver-side rear fender and a J1772 AC port on the passenger side, with a CCS adapter included as standard.

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Pricing starts at $113,800 and climbs to $168,000 for the Turbo, with deliveries expected by late summer 2026.

Importantly, Porsche isn’t replacing the gas Cayenne. Or even the plug-in hybrid. They’re all sticking around. That’s key because it makes the brand’s viewpoint clear. Customers can pick and choose whatever type of powertrain they want for the foreseeable future.

SPECS & PRICING
ModelPower Torque 0–60 mphTop SpeedMSRP*
Cayenne Coupe Electric435 hp
(325 kW)
615 lb-ft
(834 Nm)
4.5143 mph
(230 km/h)
$113,800
Cayenne S Coupe Electric657 hp
(490 kW)
796 lb-ft
(1,079 Nm)
3.6155 mph
(249 km/h)
$131,200
Cayenne Turbo Coupe Electric1,139 hp
(850 kW)
1,106 lb-ft
(1,500 Nm)
2.4162 mph
(261 km/h)
$168,000
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*Prices exclude a $2,350 destination fee.

Porsche’s New Wireless Charger Is Fast, But It’ll Cost You

  • Real-world efficiency ranges from 89 to 92 percent in daily use.
  • The wireless charger is said to cost about $6,500 before taxes.
  • Upfront cost remains the main barrier despite a minimal long-term gap.

In the push to make home charging feel as seamless as refueling, automakers are starting to rethink the ritual itself. Before lifting the veil on the all-electric Cayenne, Porsche confirmed it had developed complex inductive charging technology. Now that the Cayenne Electric has reached the road, the brand is preparing to launch an optional wireless charging system for those who would rather skip plugging in at home.

At the heart of the charging system is the hefty base plate. Weighing in at 110 lbs (50 kg), it’s been designed to plug into a wall socket and houses a large transmitter coil. The base plate converts AC voltage from the electrical grid into DC voltage, and as the Cayenne Electric is positioned above it, a secondary coil beneath the SUV begins to receive power.

Read: Forget Cables, The Electric Cayenne Can Charge Hands-Free

Impressively, Porsche says its inductive charging technology supports up to 11 kW. Jason Fenske of Engineering Explained notes that Porsche’s own US mobile connector caps at 9.6 kW, making wireless the faster home-charging option for American owners.

The wireless charger comes with special software in the Cayenne Electric’s Surround View parking function, which displays the receiver’s position near the front axle, while a green circle indicates the base plate’s position. Simply pull the Porsche so the green dot is inside the circle, and it’s in the correct position to start charging.

Before the energy flow starts, the system automatically exchanges data, including a password, to prevent potential electricity theft. Wireless charging systems are generally regarded as inefficient, but Porsche’s engineers told Engineering Explained the system delivers between 89 and 92 percent efficiency in real-world use, comfortably clearing the 85 percent minimum the applicable charging standard requires.

Porsche also confirmed that Level 1 wired charging on the Cayenne Electric runs at just 60 percent efficiency, meaning the wireless pad is a significant step up over a standard household outlet.

Not Having A Cable Is Costly

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Tempted buyers shouldn’t worry about the system’s safety, with Porsche noting that the base plate is fully waterproof and includes sensors to detect foreign bodies, immediately stopping charging if something is detected.

“Ease of use, suitability for everyday use, and charging infrastructure are still the decisive factors when it comes to the acceptance of electric mobility,” Porsche R&D boss Michael Steiner said. “We are proud that inductive charging will soon be available in series production at Porsche. Charging an electric car at home has never been so easy and convenient.”

While the system is certainly convenient, it is expensive. In the UK, the entire setup is expected to cost around £6,750 ($9,125), with £4,750 ($6,421) of that being for the base plate itself.

In the US, the ground pad is said to be priced at about $6,500 before taxes, while the Cayenne EV’s onboard hardware adds another $1,650. A lifetime cost analysis by Fenske suggests the real expense is not in the electricity at all. He says that over 200,000 miles, the difference between wireless charging and a conventional wired Level 2 setup comes to roughly $1,000. Based on average U.S. driving of about 13,000 miles per year, reaching that gap would take roughly 15 years, leaving the upfront hardware premium as the main financial hurdle.

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