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Porsche Cayenne S2021

Includes:CAYENNE|S
$3,000
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1,280
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Where to Find Porsche Cayenne S

Location data for all 2021 Porsche Cayenne trims combined

32States

California has the most inventory at 14%, with options spread across 32 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

Porsche Cayenne Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2021 Porsche Cayenne trims

Low Concern

Federal safety data shows 5 recalls and 15 complaints for the 2021 Porsche Cayenne, a low safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

5
Recalls
15
Complaints
0
Crashes
0
Fires
Recall Findings
25V8960002025-19-12
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2019-2025 Cayenne, Cayenne E-Hybrid, 2020-2025 911, Taycan, 2024-2025 Panamera, and 2025 Panamera E-Hybrid vehicles. The rearview camera image may not display when the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

A rearview image that does not display properly reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

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22V0400002022-28-01
SUSPENSION:REAR

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Cayenne vehicles. The rear axle alignment may not have been inspected after the repairs for Recall 21V-271 (AMA9) were performed.

Rear axle misalignment may cause premature or uneven tire wear, increasing the risk of a crash.

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21V2710002021-21-04
SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 Cayenne, Cayenne S, Cayenne Turbo, Cayenne GTS, Cayenne Coupe, Cayenne S Coupe, Cayenne Turbo Coupe, and Cayenne GTS Coupe vehicles. The lock nut on the trailing arm of the rear axle may break due to stress corrosion.

A broken lock nut may misalign the rear axle, causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.

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21V4930002021-30-06
STEERING:COLUMN

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 Cayenne vehicles. The screw connection between the steering column and steering box may fail, which can result in a detached steering column.

A detached steering column can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash.

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21V3180002021-05-05
SEATS

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2021 Cayenne GTS, Cayenne GTS Coupe, 2020-2021 Cayenne Coupe, Cayenne S Coupe, Cayenne E-Hybrid Coupe vehicles. The passenger seat back heating element was not installed and may impact the calibration of the Occupant Classification System.

The front passenger air bag may fail to deploy, increasing the risk of injury.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 15 issues reported over 1 model years, unknown or other problems are the most common for the 2021 Porsche Cayenne. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Unknown Or Other3
02Electrical System2
03Air Bags2
04Back Over Prevention1
05Air Bags,unknown Or Other1
15 total across 1 model years (2021–2021)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Porsche Cayenne Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2021 Porsche Cayenne trims

17–21mpg combined
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15-20city
·
19-23hwy
·
$2,750-$3,400/yr

The 2021 Porsche Cayenne delivers 17 to 21 MPG combined across 12 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

By Trim
Cayenne e-Hybrid - Automatic (S8)
21mpg
3.0L 6-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
20 city22 hwy~$2,750/yr7/10 Clean
Cayenne e-Hybrid Coupe - Automatic (S8)
21mpg
3.0L 6-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
20 city22 hwy~$2,750/yr7/10 Clean
Cayenne - Automatic (S8)
20mpg
3.0L 6-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
19 city23 hwy~$2,900/yr4/10 Average
Cayenne Coupe - Automatic (S8)
20mpg
3.0L 6-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
19 city23 hwy~$2,900/yr4/10 Average
Cayenne S - Automatic (S8)
20mpg
2.9L 6-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
18 city22 hwy~$2,900/yr4/10 Average
Cayenne S Coupe - Automatic (S8)
19mpg
2.9L 6-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
18 city22 hwy~$3,050/yr3/10 Poor
Cayenne Turbo S e-Hybrid - Automatic (S8)
18mpg
4.0L 8-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
17 city20 hwy~$3,200/yr6/10 Average
Cayenne Turbo S e-Hybrid Coupe - Automatic (S8)
18mpg
4.0L 8-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
17 city20 hwy~$3,200/yr6/10 Average
Cayenne GTS - Automatic (S8)
17mpg
4.0L 8-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
15 city19 hwy~$3,400/yr3/10 Poor
Cayenne GTS Coupe - Automatic (S8)
17mpg
4.0L 8-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
15 city19 hwy~$3,400/yr3/10 Poor
Cayenne Turbo - Automatic (S8)
17mpg
4.0L 8-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
15 city19 hwy~$3,400/yr3/10 Poor
Cayenne Turbo Coupe - Automatic (S8)
17mpg
4.0L 8-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
15 city19 hwy~$3,400/yr3/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Is the S Worth It?

Common questions about the 2021 Porsche Cayenne S

How does the S compare to other Porsche Cayenne trims?

with 1,280 listings tracked, the S sits in a specific spot in the 2021 Porsche Cayenne lineup. Compare pricing across all trims on the 2021 Porsche Cayenne page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2021 Porsche Cayenne S?

Budget for standard S maintenance plus any trim-specific items. The 2021 has 5 recalls on file. Review the known issues on the model year page for areas to inspect before purchasing.

What are the best years for the Porsche Cayenne S?

The best model year for the Porsche Cayenne S comes down to the price-to-mileage ratio. Compare all years on the Porsche Cayenne overview.

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