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2003-2010 Porsche Cayenne MPG & Fuel Cost
8 model years · 13–16 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 1 of 10 standard SUV configurations, MY2010. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2003-2010 Porsche Cayenne at a glance
The 2003-2010 Porsche Cayenne covers 8 model years in the EPA database (39 configurations in all), rated 13–16 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2010, costs about $5,020 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the Cayenne 3.6L 6-cyl AWD (16 MPG), at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2004, 2005, 2007, 2008, 2009 and 2010; 2006 repeat the values of the year before. The best combined rating in the generation, 16 MPG, was reached in 2007, 2008, 2009 and 2010.
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
2003-2010 Porsche Cayenne by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Gas | 13–16 MPG | $5,020–$6,180 | Ratings changed |
| 2009 | Gas | 13–16 MPG | $5,020–$6,180 | Ratings changed |
| 2008 | Gas | 13–16 MPG | $5,020–$6,180 | Ratings changed |
| 2007 | Gas | 14–16 MPG | $5,020–$5,740 | Ratings changed |
| 2006 | Gas | 14–15 MPG | $5,360–$5,740 | Same EPA ratings as 2005 |
| 2005 | Gas | 14–15 MPG | $5,360–$5,740 | Ratings changed |
| 2004 | Gas | 14–15 MPG | $5,360–$5,740 | Ratings changed |
| 2003 | Gas | 14 MPG | $5,740 | First year |
What the 2010 Cayenne 3.6L 6-cyl AWD costs to drive
Per month
$418
$5,020 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$8.37
Per 100 miles
$33.47
Five years
$25,100
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the standard SUV median
$1,390more a year
Class median $3,630 a year, MY2010
Based on 15,000 miles a year and premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2010 Porsche Cayenne MPG
Versus 2009: The most efficient configuration stays at 16 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $5,020.
Gas configurations (9)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cayenne 3.6L 6-cyl AWD Automatic 6-spd (Most efficient) | 3.6L 6-cyl | AWD | 14 | 20 | 16 | $5,020 |
| Cayenne 3.6L 6-cyl AWD Manual 6-spd | 3.6L 6-cyl | AWD | 14 | 20 | 16 | $5,020 |
| GTS 4.8L 8-cyl AWD Automatic 6-spd | 4.8L 8-cyl | AWD | 13 | 18 | 15 | $5,360 |
| S | 4.8L 8-cyl | AWD | 13 | 19 | 15 | $5,360 |
| Turbo | 4.8L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 12 | 19 | 14 | $5,740 |
| Turbo Kit | 4.8L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 12 | 19 | 14 | $5,740 |
| Turbo S | 4.8L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 12 | 19 | 14 | $5,740 |
| GTS 4.8L 8-cyl AWD Manual 6-spd | 4.8L 8-cyl | AWD | 11 | 17 | 13 | $6,180 |
| TransSiberia | 4.8L 8-cyl | AWD | 11 | 17 | 13 | $6,180 |
9 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2009 Porsche Cayenne MPG
13–16 MPG · $5,020–$6,180/yr
Versus 2008: The most efficient configuration stays at 16 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $5,020.
Gas configurations (7)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cayenne 3.6L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 6-spd (Most efficient) | 3.6L 6-cyl | 4WD | 14 | 20 | 16 | $5,020 |
| Cayenne 3.6L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic 6-spd | 3.6L 6-cyl | 4WD | 14 | 20 | 16 | $5,020 |
| GTS 4.8L 8-cyl 4WD Automatic 6-spd | 4.8L 8-cyl | 4WD | 13 | 18 | 15 | $5,360 |
| S | 4.8L 8-cyl | 4WD | 13 | 19 | 15 | $5,360 |
| Turbo | 4.8L 8-cyl turbo | 4WD | 12 | 19 | 14 | $5,740 |
| Turbo S | 4.8L 8-cyl turbo | 4WD | 12 | 19 | 14 | $5,740 |
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| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GTS 4.8L 8-cyl 4WD Manual 6-spd | 4.8L 8-cyl | 4WD | 11 | 17 | 13 | $6,180 |
7 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2008 Porsche Cayenne MPG
13–16 MPG · $5,020–$6,180/yr
Versus 2007: The most efficient configuration stays at 16 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $5,020.
Gas configurations (6)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cayenne 3.6L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic 6-spd (Most efficient) | 3.6L 6-cyl | 4WD | 14 | 20 | 16 | $5,020 |
| Cayenne 3.6L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 6-spd | 3.6L 6-cyl | 4WD | 14 | 20 | 16 | $5,020 |
| S | 4.8L 8-cyl | 4WD | 13 | 19 | 15 | $5,360 |
| GTS 4.8L 8-cyl 4WD Automatic 6-spd | 4.8L 8-cyl | 4WD | 13 | 18 | 15 | $5,360 |
| Turbo | 4.8L 8-cyl turbo | 4WD | 12 | 19 | 14 | $5,740 |
| GTS 4.8L 8-cyl 4WD Manual 6-spd | 4.8L 8-cyl | 4WD | 11 | 17 | 13 | $6,180 |
6 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2007 Porsche Cayenne MPG
14–16 MPG · $5,020–$5,740/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2006: The most efficient configuration moves from 15 to 16 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $5,360 to $5,020, $340 less.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cayenne 3.6L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic 6-spd (Most efficient) | 3.6L 6-cyl | 4WD | 14 | 20 | 16 | $5,020 |
| Cayenne 3.6L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 6-spd | 3.6L 6-cyl | 4WD | 14 | 20 | 16 | $5,020 |
| S | 4.8L 8-cyl | 4WD | 13 | 19 | 15 | $5,360 |
| Turbo | 4.8L 8-cyl turbo | 4WD | 12 | 19 | 14 | $5,740 |
4 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2006 Porsche Cayenne MPG
Same EPA ratings as 2005
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
EPA lists the same ratings for the 2006 Porsche Cayenne as for the 2005 model, so the configurations and costs are the ones in the 2005 section above.See 2005
2005 Porsche Cayenne MPG
14–15 MPG · $5,360–$5,740/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2004: The most efficient configuration stays at 15 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $5,360.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cayenne 3.2L 6-cyl 4WD Automatic 5-spd (Most efficient) | 3.2L 6-cyl | 4WD | 14 | 18 | 15 | $5,360 |
| Cayenne 3.2L 6-cyl 4WD Manual 6-spd | 3.2L 6-cyl | 4WD | 13 | 19 | 15 | $5,360 |
| S | 4.5L 8-cyl | 4WD | 12 | 17 | 14 | $5,740 |
| Turbo | 4.5L 8-cyl turbo | 4WD | 12 | 17 | 14 | $5,740 |
4 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2004 Porsche Cayenne MPG
14–15 MPG · $5,360–$5,740/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2003: The most efficient configuration moves from 14 to 15 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $5,740 to $5,360, $380 less.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cayenne (Most efficient) | 3.2L 6-cyl | 4WD | 14 | 18 | 15 | $5,360 |
| S | 4.5L 8-cyl | 4WD | 12 | 17 | 14 | $5,740 |
| Turbo | 4.5L 8-cyl turbo | 4WD | 12 | 17 | 14 | $5,740 |
3 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2003 Porsche Cayenne MPG
14 MPG · $5,740/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Gas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S (Most efficient) | 4.5L 8-cyl | 4WD | 12 | 17 | 14 | $5,740 |
| Turbo | 4.5L 8-cyl turbo | 4WD | 12 | 17 | 14 | $5,740 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the Cayenne 3.6L 6-cyl AWD: $5,990 in California and $4,350 in Texas, a $1,640 difference.
- California $5,990
- Washington $5,630
- New York $4,960
- Florida $4,590
- Texas $4,350
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2010 standard SUV models.
Generations
- 2003-2010 (1st gen)
- 2011-2018 (92A)
- 2019-2026 (PO536)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2003-2010 Porsche Cayenne get?
EPA rates the 2003-2010 Porsche Cayenne at 13–16 MPG combined across 39 configurations and 8 model years. The most efficient version, the 2010 Cayenne 3.6L 6-cyl AWD, is rated 16 MPG (14 city, 20 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2003-2010 Porsche Cayenne?
The Cayenne 3.6L 6-cyl AWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 16 MPG, in 2007, 2008, 2009 and 2010. The lowest top rating, 14 MPG, was in 2003.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2003-2010 Porsche Cayenne?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2004, 2005, 2007, 2008, 2009 and 2010. In 2006 the values repeat the year before.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2010 Porsche Cayenne per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the Cayenne 3.6L 6-cyl AWD costs about $5,020 a year. Across all 9 configurations the cost runs $5,020–$6,180 a year. That is a $1,160 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2010 Porsche Cayenne 100 miles?
About $33.47 per 100 miles for the Cayenne 3.6L 6-cyl AWD at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $33.47 and $41.20 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2010 Porsche Cayenne more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The Cayenne 3.6L 6-cyl AWD is rated 14 city and 20 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 6 MPG.
How does the 2010 Porsche Cayenne compare with other standard SUV configurations?
The Cayenne 3.6L 6-cyl AWD costs about $5,020 a year to fuel, $1,390 more than the class median of $3,630, and less than 1 of 10 standard SUV configurations. The comparison covers all 301 rated standard SUV configurations for MY2010, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2010 Porsche Cayenne different from the 2009 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 16 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $5,020. EPA lists 9 configurations for 2010 against 7 configurations for 2009. See the 2009 Porsche Cayenne for that year.