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Porsche Cayenne Turbo Electric Impresses in First Drives

Early reviews highlight hyper-quick acceleration plus long claimed range from Porsche’s 108 kWh, 800-volt platform.

Overview

  • First-drive reports from German outlets say the fourth-generation Cayenne, now fully electric, matches factory figures with a 2.5-second 0–100 km/h sprint, 850 kW peak output, and a 260 km/h top speed.
  • Testers note that optional all-wheel steering (about €1,702) shrinks the turning circle and steadies the SUV at high speed, while the Active Ride suspension (about €8,324) counters body roll and smooths bumps.
  • In regular driving the motors deliver 630 kW with a push-to-pass boost of 130 kW for brief bursts, which reviewers say makes highway overtakes feel effortless.
  • Utility remains a focus as reviews cite a roomy cabin and report the SUV can tow 3.5-ton trailers, with one outlet also detailing 800-volt charging up to a claimed 400 kW for a 10–80% top-up in about 16 minutes.
  • Porsche lists a €165,500 base price and a 2026 market start, with reviewers calling it stronger than the hybrid predecessor and, according to Auto Bild, the most powerful series-production Porsche to date.