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2016 Porsche Cayenne

The 2016 Porsche Cayenne is a midsize SUV, rated at 20 MPG combined by the EPA. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for this model year.

2016 Porsche Cayenne
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Combined MPG
20
NHTSA safety
Not rated
Starting price
$80,000
Recalls
2

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Full specifications

Identity

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
MakePorsche
ModelCayenne
Model year2016
Vehicle classMidsize SUV

Engine & drivetrain

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Displacement3.6 L
Cylinders6
TransmissionAutomatic (S8)
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
FuelPremium Gasoline

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City MPG17
Highway MPG24
Combined MPG20
CO₂ tailpipe435 g/mi
EPA annual fuel cost$3850

Available configurations

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Cayenne20 MPG combined
Cayenne Diesel24 MPG combined
Cayenne GTS18 MPG combined
Cayenne S19 MPG combined
Cayenne S e-Hybrid22 MPG combined
Cayenne Turbo17 MPG combined
Cayenne Turbo S16 MPG combined

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City17 MPG
Highway24 MPG
Combined20 MPG

Efficiency vs class average

Cayenne20 MPG
Class average25.6 MPG

About 22% below the class average.

Est. monthly payment
$1,409/mo
Amount financed
$72,000
Total interest
$12,526
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5-year fuel cost
$10,050

$2,010/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal

Combined MPG20
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Cost to own

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Safety ratings & recalls

SRC · NHTSA vPIC

NHTSA has not published NCAP crash-test ratings for this model year yet.

Recalls (2)

  • SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES16V169000 · 2016-03-23

    Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Cayenne vehicles manufactured April 28, 2010, to January 11, 2016. The brake pedal pivot pin may be missing a circlip, allowing the pivot pin to move and the brake pedal to dislodge.

    Remedy: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake pedal assembly circlip, installing any missing circlips, free of charge. The recall began on July 8, 2016. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AG02.

  • EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS22V656000 · 2022-08-30

    Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2003-2020 Porsche Macan, Cayenne, Panamera, and Cayman S, 2001-2004 Boxster, Boxster S, 2004 Boxster 50 JAHRE SPYDER 550 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of all affected models and model years. The caps that cover the low-beam headlight horizontal adjustment screws are missing, which can allow the headlights to be improperly adjusted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the headlights for sealing caps and install missing caps as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 28, 2022. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ANB4.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the MPG of the 2016 Porsche Cayenne?

The 2016 Porsche Cayenne is EPA-rated at 20 MPG combined (17 city / 24 highway).

Is the 2016 Porsche Cayenne reliable?

NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2016 Porsche Cayenne. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2016 Porsche Cayenne?

At 12,000 miles per year, the 2016 Porsche Cayenne costs roughly $2,010 per year to fuel, or about $10,050 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.

What type of vehicle is the 2016 Porsche Cayenne?

The 2016 Porsche Cayenne is classified as a midsize suv. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.

Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC