Porsche Cayenne EV Prototype Sighted During Testing: Electric Flagship SUV Due in 2025

Porsche Cayenne EV Prototype Sighted During Testing: Electric Flagship SUV Due in 2025

By Michael Harrison

February 20, 2025 at 08:18 PM

Porsche's upcoming all-electric Cayenne SUV has been spotted during development testing, positioned to compete with the BMW iX and Mercedes EQE SUV. This new EV will complement the existing petrol-powered Cayenne lineup, sharing architecture with the Macan EV while featuring several upgrades.

Black Porsche Cayenne EV concept driving

Black Porsche Cayenne EV concept driving

Design and Styling The electric Cayenne maintains familiar styling cues from its combustion counterpart, featuring rectangular headlights similar to the Macan EV and a streamlined front bumper for improved aerodynamics. Both traditional SUV and coupe body styles will be available, with the coupe version showcasing a sporty sloping roofline and a distinctive full-width light bar across the tailgate.

Black Porsche Cayenne Coupe EV

Black Porsche Cayenne Coupe EV

Porsche Cayenne Coupe driving in snow

Porsche Cayenne Coupe driving in snow

Technical Specifications Built on the Premium Platform Electric (PPE) architecture, shared with the Macan EV and Audi Q6 e-tron, the Cayenne EV is expected to feature:

  • A battery pack larger than the Macan's 100kWh unit
  • Potential range exceeding the Macan's 381-mile capability
  • Power output up to 800hp in top-tier variants, surpassing the Macan Turbo's 639hp

Black Porsche Cayenne EV on road

Black Porsche Cayenne EV on road

Porsche Cayenne Coupe EV side view

Porsche Cayenne Coupe EV side view

Black Porsche Cayenne EV moving

Black Porsche Cayenne EV moving

Launch Timeline Porsche plans to reveal the Cayenne EV in 2025, with sales beginning mid-decade. The current petrol and hybrid Cayenne models will continue production alongside the electric version beyond 2030, featuring refined V8 engines meeting stricter emissions standards.

Side view of Porsche Cayenne SUV

Side view of Porsche Cayenne SUV

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