Porsche has announced that the Cayenne will receive a coupe version for 2026, bringing impressive power to the body of its wider SUV.
Considering the success of the combustion-powered Cayenne coupe version, it was only a matter of time before Porsche announced an electrified edition of the model, which features the same line as the standard SUV.
The base model arrives with 435 hp, while the S trim receives 657 horsepower. But what stands out is the Turbo version, which delivers an impressive 1,139 hp in the body of the manufacturer’s wider SUV.
In terms of performance, Porsche expects the lineup to deliver the same performance as the standard electric Cayenne, with the base trim reaching 100 km/h in 4.5 seconds, the S reaching that mark in 3.6 seconds, and the Turbo taking just 2.4 seconds.
With an 800-volt electric architecture, the Porsche Cayenne Coupe Electric offers ultra-fast charging. On DC chargers, it reaches up to 400 kW, allowing it to go from 10% to 80% charge in less than 16 minutes. Range has not yet been revealed for the 108 kWh battery, but it is expected to reach around 484 km.
Aesthetically, it can be seen that it has kept the same modern face at the front, but with a more aerodynamic roof that slopes down behind the B-pillar and meets a new rear window for a sportier look.
There is also an adaptive rear spoiler that appears just behind the rear glass, similar to the combustion-powered Cayenne Coupes. The roof is 0.9 inches lower overall compared with the standard Cayenne Coupe. This, combined with the sloping roofline, reduces the drag coefficient from 0.25 to 0.23, according to Porsche.
Porsche is also offering a Lightweight Sport package, which adds a carbon-fiber roof and exterior trim, exclusive 22-inch wheels, and performance tires. Inside, this package brings fabric seat inserts in the stunning Pepita pattern, a Race-Tex headliner, and additional carbon trim.
The 2026 Cayenne Coupe Electric, which will be made available for sale next summer, starts at US$116,150. That represents an increase of US$4,800 compared with the standard electric Cayenne. The S trim costs US$133,550, while the Turbo comes in at US$170,350, excluding optional extras.
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