2021 Porsche Cayenne Base
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- Photo: Porsche Cayenne PO536 FL E-Hybrid Dolomite Silver Metallic by Ethan Llamas, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Porsche Cayenne PO536 FL e-hybrid Quartzite Grey Metallic 01 by Ethan Llamas, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Porsche Cayenne (III, Facelift) – f 01012025 by © M 93, CC BY-SA 3.0 de, via Wikimedia Commons
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- Photo: Porsche Cayenne (PO536) rear by Tokumeigakarinoaoshima, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
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 Type | SUV |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $67,500 |
| MSRP with Destination | $68,850 |
| Destination Charge | $1,350 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 3.0L Mono-Turbo V6 (DFI) |
| Displacement | 3 L |
| Horsepower | 335 hp @ 5,300 rpm |
| Torque | 332 lb-ft @ 1340-5300 rpm |
| Redline | 6,500 rpm |
| Bore and Stroke | 84.5 x 89.0 |
| Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 |
| Injection Type | DFI (Direct Fuel Injection) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | AWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 8-Speed Tiptronic S |
| 1st Gear | 5 |
| 2nd Gear | 3.2 |
| 3rd Gear | 2.14 |
| 4th Gear | 1.72 |
| 5th Gear | 1.31 |
| 6th Gear | 1 |
| 7th Gear | 0.82 |
| 8th Gear | 0.64 |
| Reverse | 3.48 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Aluminum multi-link |
| Rear Suspension | Multilink axle with lightweight steel links and springs |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Calipers | Al monobloc fixed, 4-piston black |
| Front Brake Disc | Cast iron 350x34mm |
| Rear Brake Disc | Cast iron 330x26mm |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 9J x 20 ET50 |
| Wheels Rear | 10.5J x 20 ET64 |
| Tires Front | 275/45 ZR20 |
| Tires Rear | 305/40 ZR20 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 193.6 in |
| Width | 78 in |
| Height | 66.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 114 in |
| Front Track | 66.1 in |
| Rear Track | 65.8 in |
| Ground Clearance | 7.4 in |
| Approach Angle | 23.3° |
| Departure Angle | 22.4° |
| Cargo Volume | 27.2 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 4,582 lbs |
| Weight Distribution (F/R) | 54.2% / 45.8% |
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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
| Electrical System | 6 |
| Unknown Or Other | 5 |
| Air Bags | 4 |
| Engine | 3 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 2 |
| Power Train | 2 |
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.