The Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT is one of the best SUVs we've ever driven. Acceleration, braking and handling are all world-class, and the sport-tuned suspension doesn't punish you on the street. The interior is comfortable and reasonably spacious, and the Cayenne's tech and storage have been improved thanks to a mild interior refresh.Read full review
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10/29/2024
Porsche offers a dizzying array of configurations for its popular Cayenne SUV, but the 2025 Porsche Cayenne Coupe adds a twist with its sleek, sweeping roof and sportier profile. Forget that the four-door Cayenne Coupe isn't actually a coupe at all and casually reinterprets that word to connote a lower roof, shorter headroom, and diminished cargo capacity. None of which should dissuade you from buying one since it's every bit as good as its conventional counterpart and, depending on your eye, more stylish.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2025 Porsche Cayenne Coupe Turbo GT 4dr SUV AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo 8A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.95 per gallon for premium unleaded in Wisconsin.
Edmunds spotlight: GTS bridges gap between tame and turbo
For 2025, the GTS trim returns to the Cayenne lineup, offering a bridge between the potent performance of the Cayenne Coupe S (468 horsepower) and the blistering capability of the Turbo GT (650 hp, 0-60 mph in 3.1 seconds). The Turbo E-Hybrid trim also sits in between with even more scorching power and with a rechargeable plug-in battery pack. And in a twist for an automaker that makes options an art form, Porsche actually converts a few former options into standard features, including ambient cabin lighting, soft-closing doors, a surround-view camera and a semi-automated parking system. The GTS may add a little more variety to the Coupe lineup, but it's still subject to the same limitations compared to the regular Cayenne, which we review separately: tighter rear headroom, diminished cargo space (6.4 cubic feet less than regular Cayenne). The Coupe also costs about $5,000 more — the price for style.
Competitors to consider
Good as the Cayenne Coupe is, its lofty price may give some buyers pause, especially given the competition. The Audi Q8 offers comparable power, performance and parent-company engineering (Audi and Porsche are both owned by the Volkswagen Group) for about $17K less. Think of it as the bargain Cayenne. The BMW X6, Mercedes-Benz GLE Coupe and Genesis GV80 Coupe are also worthy rivals. Each of them offers a high-performance version, though none currently offer a plug-in hybrid. (Mercedes plans one for 2026.)
Edmunds Expert Rating
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Driven, tested, rated by automotive expert Reese Counts
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Reese Counts has worked in the automotive industry since he started as an intern at Edmunds in 2015. He has written or edited thousands of car-related articles and tested and reviewed hundreds of vehicles over the course of his career. Reese is a vehicle test editor at Edmunds and has also contributed to Autoblog. Reese has also been featured on Yahoo! Finance, Engadget and AOL reviewing cars and covering automotive technology, auto shows and more. Reese learned to drive in his father's C4 Chevrolet Corvette and now owns his grandfather's 1999 Mercedes-Benz C43 AMG. A love for cars runs deep in his family.
We drove the 2025 Porsche Cayenne Coupe on our test track and on real roads. Our Edmunds team conducts rigorous independent vehicle testing, driving 500,000 miles a year.The Edmunds Vehicle Testing Team evaluates a fresh batch of vehicles every week, pairing objective assessments at our test track with real-world driving on city streets, freeways and winding roads. The data we gather results in our Expert Ratings. They’re based on 30-plus scores that cover every aspect of the automotive experience.
Performance
9/10
How does the Cayenne Coupe Turbo GT drive? With a 0-60 mph time of just 3.2 seconds, the Cayenne Turbo GT outgunned vehicles like the Lamborghini Urus and BMW XM at our test track to become one of the quickest SUVs we've ever tested. Acceleration from the turbocharged V8 is both brutal and thrilling, with exhaust wailing and barking on every upshift. The transmission is smooth and quick and always seems to know which gear to be in, and the V8's output means there's always power when you need it.
Braking is impressive, too. In our testing, the Turbo GT needed just 106 feet to stop from 60 to 0 mph, which is right in the mix with the best we've seen from an SUV. Our test vehicle had the optional carbon-ceramic brakes, and we found they held up to multiple braking tests without any fade or diminished performance.
But what's a Porsche without world-class handling? We're happy to report that the Turbo GT delights in corners. It pulled an outlandish 1.08 g on our skidpad, which is again right at the top for the best SUVs we've tested. You can really flog the Turbo GT on the track, where it feels much more like a tall sedan than a lowered SUV. You feel the Cayenne's weight, but it's well balanced and tight thanks to a retuned suspension, torque-vectoring system and rear-axle steering.
Comfort
8.5/10
How comfortable is the Cayenne Coupe Turbo GT? The Cayenne Turbo GT offers either eight- or 18-way power-adjustable front seats as standard equipment depending on your choice of upholstery. Our test vehicle had the 18-way seats with full leather. The padding is firm but comfortable, and we appreciated being able to tighten the bolstering in a vehicle that corners as fast as this one does. This one was set up in the 2+2 configuration with rear bucket seats; an optional bench seat is available. Ride comfort is good thanks to the standard air suspension. You feel the road, but the Cayenne does a good job of soaking up most imperfections.
The three-zone climate control (four-zone is optional) system is easy to use, though the temperature display can wash out if you're looking at it with polarized sunglasses. It blows cold, though the AC cuts out if the engine is off because of the stop-start system. Not great on a hot day. There's a mild amount of wind and road noise on the highway, and the engine is only really loud in Sport and Sport Plus modes.
Interior
8/10
How’s the interior? The Cayenne's interior is a mixed bag. Most of the controls are easy to reach and well labeled. But there are no real buttons for anything beyond the climate control, and that means you'll be taking your eyes off the road to operate things. The menu system can be a bit cumbersome to navigate too, especially in the instrument panel. That said, the updated digital instrument panel shows a good variety of information, and the wide display allows for a lot of info on screen at once.
All Porsches are meant to be driver's cars, so it's no surprise that there's a lot of adjustment for the wheel and seat. You can sit low to feel more like a hatchback or higher for a more traditional SUV seating position. Getting in and out is relatively easy, though the sleek roofline on the Cayenne Coupe means dipping your head a bit. There's plenty of space inside, even with the low roof. Adults should be comfortable in either row. For visibility, the Cayenne's seating position affords a good view out of the front, but the view to the side and rear is limited by narrow windows. We also had some intermittent issues with the backup camera.
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How’s the tech? The Cayenne is available with lots of in-car tech and driver aids, though few features are standard. Wireless connectivity for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration is standard. The infotainment screen is clear and responsive, and we didn't have any issues with connectivity or lag. The map is easy to read, and the available voice commands will allow you to input an address or adjust other things like the climate control. Our vehicle was also fitted with the optional Bose audio system. It's good, but most of our staff thought the audio quality didn't fully match the price.
While blind-spot warning is now standard, features like adaptive cruise control must be added as options. That's a shame when you get these same driver aids as standard equipment in rivals.
Storage
7.5/10
How’s the storage? Porsche offers the Cayenne in two body styles: the standard SUV and the sleek-looking Coupe. The Turbo GT is only available with the Cayenne Coupe. That means less cargo capacity than the regular Cayenne. But hey, with 20 cubic feet behind the second row and 52 cubic feet with the seats folded down, it's still a lot better than a 911's storage space. The cargo space is wide and flat, though the rear window does cut into the cargo area.
Storage in the cabin for small items is decent. The center console bin is still a bit small, but the door pockets are useful and offer enough space for tall water bottles. Getting a car seat inside is mostly easy, though that roofline means you have to duck a bit more to reach inside. There's plenty of space for a large rear-facing seat, and the anchors are easy to see and access. Note that the 2+2 configuration lacks a middle seat in the rear.
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Fuel Economy
7.5/10
How economical is the Cayenne Coupe Turbo GT? On our real-world mixed-driving evaluation route, the Cayenne Turbo GT returned 19.0 mpg overall, bettering the EPA's 16 mpg estimate. We don't expect an SUV with a hopped-up twin-turbo V8 to be great for fuel economy, but overall the Cayenne Turbo GT seems to be sufficiently efficient in routine driving.
Value
7.5/10
Is the Cayenne Coupe Turbo GT a good value? The interior is handsome and well appointed, with nice leather and premium materials on most surfaces, though it's not quite as nice inside as a Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S, Lamborghini Urus or Audi RS Q8. We also noticed some minor build quality issues, with some occasional buzzing from the door panel and headliner. It's surprising as most Porsches we test are built like bank vaults.
And it's not cheap either. The Turbo GT is the most expensive Cayenne in the lineup. It comes better equipped than other Cayennes, though it's missing some driver aids like adaptive cruise control that we expect to be included.
Porsche includes a four-year/50,000-mile basic and powertrain warranty. It also includes four years/50,000 miles of roadside assistance and one year of service visits. Those are all about average for the class.
Wildcard
10/10
It doesn't get much better than this when it comes to pure fun behind the wheel. Simply put, the Cayenne Turbo GT doesn't drive like an SUV. It's large and heavy, sure, but the Cayenne is tuned so well that you can really push it on a winding road or tight circuit. There's power everywhere, whether you need to quickly get away from a stoplight or pass a slow-moving vehicle at highway speeds.
Some may decry the Turbo GT for looking too much like other Cayennes, especially given the price. That's fair, though we think the subtle design changes make it a bit of a sleeper and way less attention-grabbing than something like a Lamborghini Urus or Aston Martin DBX. It's sporty and purposeful without losing the clean lines that make the Cayenne Coupe such a looker.
Which Cayenne Coupe does Edmunds recommend?
The Cayenne Coupe offers such a wide range of power, from a mere 348 hp to a bonkers 729 hp, that our recommendation comes down to two questions: How fast do you want to go and do you want to plug in? Unless you're frothing to reach 60 mph in 4 seconds or less — in which case you'll want the GTS or Turbo trims — the Cayenne S Coupe provides all you want in standard form and dozens of options to personalize it further. The 468-hp turbocharged V8 rockets the Cayenne S from 0 to 60 mph in 4.4 seconds, just 0.2 second slower than the GTS Coupe, which will cost you a cool $20K more. If you want even more power and some electric-only range, the plug-in Cayenne S E-Hybrid Coupe is comparably priced and offers similar performance.
The Edmunds experts tested the 2025 Cayenne Coupe both on the road and at the track, giving it a 8.4 out of 10. What about cargo capacity? When you're thinking about carrying stuff in your new car, keep in mind that the Cayenne Coupe has 20.3 cubic feet of trunk space. And then there's safety and reliability. Edmunds has all the latest NHTSA and IIHS crash-test scores, plus industry-leading expert and consumer reviews to help you understand what it's like to own and maintain a Porsche Cayenne Coupe. Learn more
What's new in the 2025 Porsche Cayenne Coupe?
According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2025 Porsche Cayenne Coupe:
GTS trim returns after a two-year absence
New standard features include soft-closing doors and automated parking system
Part of the third Cayenne generation introduced for 2019
To determine whether the Porsche Cayenne Coupe is reliable, read Edmunds' authentic consumer reviews, which come from real owners and reveal what it's like to live with the Cayenne Coupe. Look for specific complaints that keep popping up in the reviews, and be sure to compare the Cayenne Coupe's average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more
Is the 2025 Porsche Cayenne Coupe a good car?
There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2025 Porsche Cayenne Coupe is a good car. Edmunds' expert testing team reviewed the 2025 Cayenne Coupe and gave it a 8.4 out of 10. Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2025 Cayenne Coupe is a good car for you. Learn more
How much should I pay for a 2025 Porsche Cayenne Coupe?
The least-expensive 2025 Porsche Cayenne Coupe is the 2025 Porsche Cayenne Coupe Turbo GT 4dr SUV AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo 8A). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $203,800.
Other versions include:
Turbo GT 4dr SUV AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo 8A) which starts at $203,800
What are the different models of Porsche Cayenne Coupe?
If you're interested in the Porsche Cayenne Coupe, the next question is, which Cayenne Coupe model is right for you? Cayenne Coupe variants include Turbo GT 4dr SUV AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo 8A). For a full list of Cayenne Coupe models, check out Edmunds’ Features & Specs page. Learn more
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