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2021 Porsche Cayenne Base

The 2021 Porsche Cayenne Base is a 335-hp 3.0-liter turbocharged V6 with an 8-speed tiptronic s and all-wheel drive. It starts at $67,500 MSRP.

It makes 335 horsepower at 5,300 rpm and 332 lb-ft of torque at 1340-5300 rpm, spinning to a 6,500 rpm redline.

The Cayenne measures 193.6 inches long on a 114.0-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,582 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSUV
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$67,500
MSRP with Destination$68,850
Destination Charge$1,350
Engine
Engine Type3.0L Mono-Turbo V6 (DFI)
Displacement3 L
Horsepower335 hp @ 5,300 rpm
Torque332 lb-ft @ 1340-5300 rpm
Redline6,500 rpm
Bore and Stroke84.5 x 89.0
Compression Ratio11.2:1
Injection TypeDFI (Direct Fuel Injection)
Drivetrain
Drive TypeAWD
Transmission
Transmission8-Speed Tiptronic S
1st Gear5
2nd Gear3.2
3rd Gear2.14
4th Gear1.72
5th Gear1.31
6th Gear1
7th Gear0.82
8th Gear0.64
Reverse3.48
Fuel Economy
Recommended FuelPremium
Suspension
Front SuspensionAluminum multi-link
Rear SuspensionMultilink axle with lightweight steel links and springs
Brakes
Front Brake CalipersAl monobloc fixed, 4-piston black
Front Brake DiscCast iron 350x34mm
Rear Brake DiscCast iron 330x26mm
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front9J x 20 ET50
Wheels Rear10.5J x 20 ET64
Tires Front275/45 ZR20
Tires Rear305/40 ZR20
Dimensions & Weight
Length193.6 in
Width78 in
Height66.7 in
Wheelbase114 in
Front Track66.1 in
Rear Track65.8 in
Ground Clearance7.4 in
Approach Angle23.3°
Departure Angle22.4°
Cargo Volume27.2 ft³
Curb Weight4,582 lbs
Weight Distribution (F/R)54.2% / 45.8%

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Tested, but no star ratings were published (2021 Porsche Cayenne SUV AWD).

Recalls

5 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2021 Porsche CAYENNE. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Dec 19, 2025 · BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2019-2025 Cayenne, Cayenne E-Hybrid, 2020-2025 911, Taycan, 2024-2025 Panamera, and 2025 Panamera E-Hybrid vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Consequence: A rearview image that does not display properly reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will update the driver assistance software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 13, 2026. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ASB2. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 19, 2026.

NHTSA campaign 25V896000

Jan 28, 2022 · SUSPENSION:REAR

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Cayenne vehicles. The rear axle alignment may not have been inspected after the repairs for Recall 21V-271 (AMA9) were performed.

Consequence: Rear axle misalignment may cause premature or uneven tire wear, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rear axle, adjust the alignment as necessary, and replace any prematurely or unevenly worn tires, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 10, 2022. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ANA1.

NHTSA campaign 22V040000

Jun 30, 2021 · STEERING:COLUMN

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 Cayenne vehicles. The screw connection between the steering column and steering box may fail, which can result in a detached steering column.

Consequence: A detached steering column can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will install a new screw, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 24, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMB4.

NHTSA campaign 21V493000

May 5, 2021 · SEATS

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 Cayenne GTS, Cayenne GTS Coupe, 2020-2021 Cayenne Coupe, Cayenne S Coupe, Cayenne E-Hybrid Coupe vehicles. The passenger seat back heating element was not installed and may impact the calibration of the Occupant Classification System.

Consequence: The front passenger air bag may fail to deploy, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: Dealers will install a heating element, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 25, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMB0.

NHTSA campaign 21V318000

Apr 21, 2021 · SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 Cayenne, Cayenne S, Cayenne Turbo, Cayenne GTS, Cayenne Coupe, Cayenne S Coupe, Cayenne Turbo Coupe, and Cayenne GTS Coupe vehicles. The lock nut on the trailing arm of the rear axle may break due to stress corrosion.

Consequence: A broken lock nut may misalign the rear axle, causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the lock nuts, free of charge. The recall began on June 18, 2021. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AMA9.

NHTSA campaign 21V271000

21 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2021 Porsche CAYENNE

Owner Complaints

21 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2021 Porsche CAYENNE. See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Electrical System6
Unknown Or Other5
Air Bags4
Engine3
Forward Collision Avoidance2
Power Train2
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Aug 31, 2026 · Engine, Fuel/Propulsion System
“On my 2021 Porsche Cayenne Base, which is equipped with the 3.0L V6 EA839 engine, I brought the vehicle to the dealership for a recall service. During inspection, the dealership found a leaking water…”
Aug 31, 2026 · Seat Belts
“The contact owns a 2021 Porsche Cayenne. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the front driver's side seat belt independently tightened and loosened. The emergency light…”
Aug 25, 2026 · Air Bags, Unknown Or Other
“Over approximately the past month, the leather covering on the dashboard of my 2021 Porsche Cayenne has rapidly begun lifting, buckling, and separating across a substantial portion of the dashboard…”
Aug 6, 2026 · Electrical System
“Battery completely discharged and the safety switch in the battery malfunctions and battery can not be charged again. There are many complaints seen online about the battery problems Porsche has. This…”
Jun 18, 2026 · Steering, Forward Collision Avoidance
“Vehicle Information: 2021 Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid (VIN: [XXX]) Description of Defect: While operating the vehicle, the steering column bolt physically backed out and detached, causing an immediate…”

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 2021 PORSCHE CAYENNE. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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