The Porsche Cayenne EV Can Tow More Than A Toyota Tacoma

Porsche took its best-selling Macan SUV and made it the Macan EV. Its second-best seller in America, the Cayenne SUV, is due to follow in 2026. We’ve seen spy shots of Cayenne Coupe prototypes testing. And Porsche brought another prototype to the Shelsley Walsh Hill Climb in the UK, where it set an SUV record. Porsche hasn’t yet revealed the full performance specs for the Cayenne EV. But the brand did drop some information in a press release that piqued our interest: the Porsche Cayenne EV will be excellent at towing.

The Porsche Cayenne EV Tow Rating Matches The Combustion Cayenne

Porsche revealed that the Cayenne EV can tow up to 7,716 pounds, “depending on the configuration.” That is the same maximum tow rating as the combustion Porsche Cayenne, which already has an impressive rating from an SUV perspective. In context, a 7,716-pound rating places the Cayenne EV in second behind the GMC Hummer EV SUV and ever-so-slightly ahead of the Rivian R1S, which maxes out at a 7,700-pound rating. It’s also slightly ahead of the Ford F-150 Lightning pickup (without the Max Trailer Tow package).

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Maximum tow ratings for EVs do come with a significant caveat. Of course, we’re talking about the hit you take with range. Porsche didn’t mention how much range the Cayenne EV might lose while towing. Similar to the combustion world, vehicle efficiency plummets when towing extra weight. But that’s far more of an issue for an EV than a gas-powered vehicle, which can refuel quickly at readily available gas stations. The Cayenne EV’s ability to tow 7,716 pounds might be of limited use if it has to make frequent stops to recharge.

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More Information About The Upcoming Porsche Cayenne EV

The Cayenne EV Will Use The PPE Platform

The Porsche Cayenne EV will use the same Premium Platform Electric (PPE) platform that underpins the Macan EV. That platform features an advanced 800-volt electrical architecture and delivers up to 270 kilowatts of fast charging in the Macan EV, enough to replenish its 95 kilowatt-hour battery from 10% to 80% in 21 minutes. Porsche has not yet confirmed the powertrain information for the Cayenne EV, but it’s possible that the Macan Turbo Electric’s 630 horsepower dual-motor setup could be used in this application.

The Combustion Cayenne Should Endure In Some Form

Porsche has backed off plans to be mostly electric by 2030 (with a carve-out for the 911). Plans now call for Porsche to offer combustion, hybrid, and all-electric options in every segment “well into the 2030s.” It’s important to note Porsche hasn’t confirmed future plans for the Cayenne yet. However, spy shots revealed the brand testing what appears to be a refreshed third-generation combustion-powered Cayenne. It would be surprising if combustion and hybrid Cayennes did not continue in the lineup alongside the Cayenne EV after its launch.

How Much Will The Porsche Cayenne EV Cost?

Porsche has not yet revealed pricing information for the new Cayenne EV. However, we can infer that it will be expensive. The electric Macan starts at $78,800, around $15,000 more expensive than the combustion model. A similar increase for the Cayenne would vault the EV’s base price past $100,000. Furthermore, Porsche has ruled out assembling vehicles in the United States. That means the price could climb even higher if the tariff situation is not resolved.

Source: Porsche