The new Porsche Cayenne Coupé Electric makes its world premiere at Auto China 2026 in Beijing, launching with three drive variants and a drag coefficient of 0.23. The coupé extends the combined WLTP range by up to 18 kilometres over the SUV, reaching up to 669 km (416 miles) depending on model. Market launch begins with the Cayenne Coupé Electric lineup available to order immediately.
Highlights
- Three variants at launch: Cayenne Coupé Electric (300 kW), S (400 kW), and Turbo (630 kW)
- Cd of 0.23 delivers up to 18 km additional WLTP range versus Cayenne SUV
- 800-volt architecture supports DC fast charging up to 390 kW, briefly 400 kW under specific conditions
- Cayenne Turbo Coupé Electric reaches 100 km/h (62 mph) in 2.5 seconds with 850 kW Launch Control overboost
Three Variants Mirror the SUV Lineup
The Coupé range tracks the existing Cayenne Electric SUV structure. The base Cayenne Coupé Electric delivers 300 kW (408 PS), rising to 325 kW (442 PS) with Launch Control overboost. It covers 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) in 4.8 seconds and tops out at 230 km/h (143 mph).
The Cayenne S Coupé Electric produces 400 kW (544 PS), with Launch Control lifting output to 490 kW (666 PS). Porsche quotes a 3.8-second 0–100 km/h time and a 250 km/h (155 mph) top speed.
At the top of the range, the Cayenne Turbo Coupé Electric generates 630 kW (857 PS), with overboost peaking at 850 kW (1,156 PS). It accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 2.5 seconds and reaches 260 km/h (162 mph). The Turbo matches the SUV variant as the most powerful Porsche production vehicle in the lineup.
WLTP electrical consumption ranges from 21.3–19.2 kWh/100 km on the base Coupé to 22.0–20.0 kWh/100 km on the Turbo. WLTP figures typically exceed EPA estimates; U.S.-market range and efficiency values will differ.
Coupé Design Language
The Coupé shares length and width with the SUV at 4,985 mm (196.3 in) and 1,980 mm (78.0 in), excluding mirrors. Roof height drops 24 mm to 1,650 mm (65.0 in). The sloping roofline — referred to internally as the “flyline” and borrowed from the 911 — diverges from the SUV from the A-pillar back, with a Coupé-specific windscreen.
“The gently sloping roofline sweeps elegantly over the car’s broad shoulders and gives the Cayenne Coupé a particularly sporty appearance,” said Thomas Stopka, Head of Exterior Design, Style Porsche.
Stopka added: “Precisely drawn lines, wide proportions and high-gloss black side window strips form a design that exudes sportiness in every detail. Extroverted and clearly positioned, the new Cayenne Coupé Electric is a sports car through and through.”
An adaptive rear spoiler and flush-mounted rear window form part of the Porsche Active Aerodynamics package, which also includes moving cooling air flaps.
Practicality and Chassis
Cargo volume measures 534 to 1,347 litres (18.9 to 47.6 cu ft) with the rear seat system in its cargo position, plus an additional 90-litre (3.2 cu ft) front luggage compartment. Rear seating comes in two-seat or 2+1 configurations, with two-way electric adjustment. Towing capacity reaches 3.5 tonnes (7,716 lb), and an off-road package is available.
Adaptive air suspension with Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) is standard across the range. The S and Turbo variants offer the Porsche Active Ride active suspension system as an option. Rear-axle steering with up to five degrees of steering angle is available on all models.
Charging and Electrical Architecture
The 800-volt system supports DC fast charging at up to 390 kW, with peak draws reaching 400 kW under narrowly defined conditions — Porsche specifies an initial state of charge between 45% and 48%, battery temperature between 40°C and 42°C (104°F and 108°F), and a charger supplying more than 400 kW, 850 V, and 520 A. Maximum 390 kW charging from 10% to 80% SoC is quoted under optimal conditions with a battery temperature of 15°C (59°F). Standard AC charging tops out at 11 kW, with an optional 22 kW on-board charger.
Coupé-Specific Equipment
Standard equipment exceeds that of the SUV, including a panoramic glass roof and Sport Chrono Package. An optional Lightweight Sport package reduces weight by up to 17.6 kg (38.8 lb) depending on variant, and adds a carbon roof, carbon interior inserts, 22-inch wheels, performance tyres, Pepita pattern cloth seat centres, Race-Tex headliner, and open-pore carbon surfaces. It can be combined with black leather and the 2+1 rear seat system.
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