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Porsche Cayenne Specs, Engines & Dimensions (2002–2007) — First Generation

The first-generation Porsche Cayenne brought genuine sports car dynamics to the luxury SUV segment. Offered solely in five-door form, it paired powerful gasoline engines with a choice of manual or automatic transmissions and standard all-wheel drive.

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Porsche Cayenne Engines and Transmissions

The Porsche Cayenne engine range catered to different driving preferences. Early models featured a 3.2-liter gasoline unit, while a larger 4.5-liter option delivered stronger performance. Both were designed to provide responsive power for a vehicle of this size and weight. Buyers could pair these engines with either a manual or automatic transmission. The manual gearbox offered direct control and engagement, while the automatic prioritized smoothness and convenience.

SUV 5-doors — Porsche Cayenne Engines and Transmissions

SUV 5-doors Porsche Cayenne Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwMaximum torque N⋅mTransmissionType of drive
3.2 MTGasoline3189 cm³250 hp184 kW310 N⋅mManualAWD
4.5 MTGasoline4511 cm³340 hp250 kW420 N⋅mManualAWD
4.5 ATGasoline4511 cm³500 hp368 kW700 N⋅mAutomaticAWD
4.5 ATGasoline4511 cm³521 hp383 kW720 N⋅mAutomaticAWD
3.2 ATGasoline3189 cm³250 hp184 kW310 N⋅mAutomaticAWD
4.5 ATGasoline4511 cm³340 hp250 kW420 N⋅mAutomaticAWD
4.5 ATGasoline4511 cm³450 hp331 kW620 N⋅mAutomaticAWD

Porsche Cayenne Dimensions

SUV 5-doors — Porsche Cayenne Dimensions

SUV 5-doors Porsche Cayenne Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseCurb weightMax weightGround clearance, minimum
3.2 MT4782 mm1928 mm1699 mm2855 mm2160 kg2945 kg215 mm
4.5 MT4782 mm1928 mm1699 mm2855 mm2225 kg3080 kg215 mm
4.5 AT4782 mm1928 mm1699 mm2855 mm2430 kg3080 kg217 mm
4.5 AT4782 mm1928 mm1699 mm2855 mm2355 kg3080 kg215 mm
3.2 AT4782 mm1928 mm1699 mm2855 mm2170 kg2945 kg215 mm
4.5 AT4782 mm1928 mm1699 mm2855 mm2225 kg3080 kg215 mm
4.5 AT4782 mm1928 mm1699 mm2855 mm2355 kg3080 kg215 mm

Porsche Cayenne Cargo Space

SUV 5-doors — Porsche Cayenne Cargo Space

SUV 5-doors Porsche Cayenne Cargo Space
ModificationTrunk volume minTrunk volume max
3.2 MT540 l1770 l
4.5 MT540 l1770 l
4.5 AT540 l1770 l
4.5 AT540 l1770 l
3.2 AT540 l1770 l
4.5 AT540 l1770 l
4.5 AT540 l1770 l