Displacement: 2,995 cc
The heart of the Cayenne E-Hybrid is a 3.0-liter V6 turbocharged engine. This internal combustion unit is specifically tuned to work in tandem with a 130 kW electric motor, ensuring a seamless transition between petrol and electric propulsion. The engine features an aluminum block and heads to minimize weight over the front axle.
Max Power: 463 bhp (Combined)
Total system output reaches 463 bhp, with the V6 engine contributing 348 bhp and the E-Machine providing the remainder. This power allows the heavy SUV to maintain sports car-like agility and sustained high-speed performance across all battery charge levels.
Max Torque: 650 Nm (Combined)
The hybrid system delivers a massive 650 Nm of combined torque. Crucially, the electric motor provides 450 Nm of nearly instantaneous torque from zero RPM, which eliminates turbo lag and provides explosive off-the-line acceleration.
No. of Cylinders: 6
The vehicle utilizes a 6-cylinder configuration in a V-shape. This layout provides an optimal balance between power density and engine refinement, fitting perfectly within the engine bay while leaving room for the high-voltage auxiliary components.
Valve Train: DOHC
The engine utilizes a Double Overhead Camshaft (DOHC) system with 4 valves per cylinder. It incorporates Porsche VarioCam Plus, which adjusts the intake camshaft timing and lift to optimize power delivery and fuel efficiency across the entire RPM range.
Fuel System: GDI (Gasoline Direct Injection)
High-pressure Direct Fuel Injection (GDI) ensures that fuel is atomized directly into the combustion chamber. This leads to cleaner combustion and higher thermal efficiency, which is critical for meeting stringent Euro 6d and EPA emissions standards.
0-100 km/h: 4.9 seconds
With the Sport Chrono Package and Launch Control engaged, the Cayenne E-Hybrid sprints from 0 to 100 km/h in just 4.9 seconds. The electric motor's "boost" strategy is derived directly from the 918 Spyder hypercar.
Top Speed: 254 km/h
The Cayenne E-Hybrid can reach a top track speed of 254 km/h. In pure electric "E-Power" mode, the vehicle is electronically limited to 135 km/h to preserve battery range and motor efficiency.
