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2014 Porsche Cayenne GTS

The 2014 Porsche Cayenne GTS is a 500-hp twin-turbocharged V8 with an 8-speed tiptronic s and all-wheel drive. It starts at $83,300 MSRP and is rated at 17 mpg combined.

It makes 500 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 516 lb-ft of torque at 2250-4500 rpm, spinning to a 6,700 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 15 mpg city and 22 mpg highway (17 mpg combined).

The Cayenne measures 190.8 inches long on a 114.0-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,784 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSUV
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$83,300 ($114,375 *)
MSRP with Destination$84,275 ($115,713 *)
Destination Charge$975
Engine
Engine Type4.8L twin-turbo V8; water-cooled; front-mounted; aluminum block and heads
Horsepower500 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Torque516 lb-ft @ 2250-4500 rpm
Redline6,700 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC 4 valves/cyl; VarioCam Plus; integrated dry-sump lubrication
Bore and Stroke96.0 x 83.0 mm
Compression Ratio10.5:1
Injection TypeDME direct fuel injection (Siemens control system, EMS SDI 8)
Drivetrain
Drive TypeAWD (electronically controlled map-based multi-plate clutch; Auto Start/Stop)
Transmission
Transmission8-speed Tiptronic S (automatic only — no manual offered)
1st Gear4.92
2nd Gear2.81
3rd Gear1.84
4th Gear1.43
5th Gear1.21
6th Gear1
7th Gear0.83
8th Gear0.69
Reverse4.02
Fuel Economy
City15 MPG
Highway22 MPG
Combined17 MPG
Recommended FuelPremium unleaded
Tank Capacity26.4 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionFully independent double-wishbone front axle; PASM (active suspension) standard
Rear SuspensionFully independent multi-link; PASM standard
Turning Diameter39.1 ft
Brakes
Front Brake Calipers6-piston monobloc aluminum fixed, red
Front Brake DiscInternally vented steel, 15.35 in (390 mm) diameter
Rear Brake DiscInternally vented steel, 19.09 in per spec (possible PDF artifact — verify)
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front8.5J x 19 in
Wheels Rear8.5J x 19 in
Tires Front265/50 R19
Tires Rear265/50 R19
Dimensions & Weight
Length190.8 in
Width76.3 in
Height67 in
Wheelbase114 in
Front Track65.2 in
Cargo Volume60.2 ft³
Curb Weight4,784 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front39.57 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Not crash-tested by NHTSA for this model year.

Recalls

3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2014 Porsche CAYENNE. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Aug 30, 2022 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2003-2020 Porsche Macan, Cayenne, Panamera, and Cayman S, 2001-2004 Boxster, Boxster S, 2004 Boxster 50 JAHRE SPYDER 550 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of all affected models and model years. The caps that cover the low-beam headlight horizontal adjustment screws are missing, which can allow the headlights to be improperly adjusted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Consequence: Improperly adjusted headlights may not illuminate the road properly, or cause a glare to oncoming drivers, which can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the headlights for sealing caps and install missing caps as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 28, 2022. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ANB4.

NHTSA campaign 22V656000

Mar 23, 2016 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Cayenne vehicles manufactured April 28, 2010, to January 11, 2016. The brake pedal pivot pin may be missing a circlip, allowing the pivot pin to move and the brake pedal to dislodge.

Consequence: If the brake pedal dislodges, the driver may not be able to apply the brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake pedal assembly circlip, installing any missing circlips, free of charge. The recall began on July 8, 2016. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AG02.

NHTSA campaign 16V169000

Oct 17, 2013 · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Cayenne and Cayenne GTS, model year 2013 Cayenne Diesel and model year 2014 Cayenne S, S Hybrid, Turbo, and Turbo S vehicles manufactured May 27, 2013, through July 10, 2013. In the affected vehicles, the calculated range of the remaining fuel displayed on the instrument cluster may be higher than the actual range. Additionally, the fuel level indicated by the fuel gauge may also be higher than actual amount in the tank.

Consequence: The fuel display inaccuracies may result in the vehicle unexpectedly running out of fuel and stalling, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will update the instrument cluster software free of charge. The recall began on December 5, 2013. Owners may contact Porsche at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's recall number is AD03.

NHTSA campaign 13V506000

53 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2014 Porsche CAYENNE

Owner Complaints

53 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2014 Porsche CAYENNE (1 a fire, 2 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Power Train17
Unknown Or Other11
Air Bags9
Electrical System6
Engine5
Exterior Lighting5
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Jun 13, 2025 · Air Bags, Unknown Or Other
“Posche dashboard leather coming apart at the staples. I was informed that if involved in an accident the airbags might not deploy. The Porsche dealer inspected and recommended replacing it. This issue…”
Mar 19, 2025 · Air Bags, Unknown Or Other
“Dashboard leather has shrunk and removed staples. Dashboard leather is laying on top of airbag and may act as a deterrent to the airbag function. Was informed that the airbag may not deploy correctly…”
Jan 17, 2025 · Air Bags
“Leather dashboard is shrinking. The cut out for the passenger airbag is no longer in line and will likely result in the airbag not deploying correctly.”
Nov 24, 2024 · Air Bags, Unknown Or Other
“Leather of the dashboard began to shrink on both driver and passenger sides. The shrunk leather exposed metal staples used to keep it in place and disfigured the passenger airbag compartment. An…”
Nov 18, 2024 · Air Bags, Unknown Or Other
“Porsche dashboard leather shrunk and staples pulled out. I was told that if the vehicle was in an accident the airbag might not deploy correctly. The Porsche dealer looked at it and recommended…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2014 PORSCHE CAYENNE. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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