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2011-2018 Porsche Cayenne MPG & Fuel Cost
8 model years · 15–24 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 4 of 10 standard SUV configurations, MY2018. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2011-2018 Porsche Cayenne at a glance
The 2011-2018 Porsche Cayenne covers 8 model years in the EPA database (50 configurations in all), rated 15–24 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2018, costs about $3,930 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the Cayenne 3.6L 6-cyl AWD (20 MPG), at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). Powertrains over the years: gas, plug-in hybrid, diesel and hybrid. EPA changed the ratings in 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018. The best combined rating in the generation, 24 MPG, was reached in 2016.
2011-2018 Porsche Cayenne by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Gas, Plug-in hybrid | 17–20 MPG | $3,010–$4,830 | Ratings changed |
| 2017 | Gas, Plug-in hybrid | 17–20 MPG | $3,010–$4,830 | Ratings changed |
| 2016 | Gas, Plug-in hybrid, Diesel | 16–24 MPG | $3,000–$5,020 | Ratings changed |
| 2015 | Gas, Plug-in hybrid, Diesel | 17–23 MPG | $3,000–$4,830 | Ratings changed |
| 2014 | Gas, Hybrid, Diesel | 15–23 MPG | $3,750–$5,360 | Ratings changed |
| 2013 | Gas, Hybrid, Diesel | 16–23 MPG | $3,750–$5,020 | Ratings changed |
| 2012 | Gas, Hybrid | 17–21 MPG | $3,750–$4,660 | Ratings changed |
| 2011 | Gas, Hybrid | 17–21 MPG | $3,750–$4,660 | First year |
What the 2018 Cayenne 3.6L 6-cyl AWD costs to drive
Per month
$328
$3,930 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$6.55
Per 100 miles
$26.20
Five years
$19,650
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the standard SUV median
$180more a year
Class median $3,750 a year, MY2018
Based on 15,000 miles a year and premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2018 Porsche Cayenne MPG
Versus 2017: The most efficient configuration stays at 20 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,930.
On electricity 47 MPGe, with 14 miles of electric range.
See plug-in hybrid configurationsGas configurations (6)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cayenne (Most efficient) | 3.6L 6-cyl | AWD | 18 | 24 | 20 | $3,930 |
| S | 3.6L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 17 | 24 | 20 | $4,100 |
| Platinum | 3.6L 6-cyl | AWD | 17 | 23 | 19 | $4,120 |
| GTS | 3.6L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 16 | 23 | 19 | $4,320 |
| Turbo | 4.8L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 14 | 21 | 17 | $4,830 |
| Turbo S | 4.8L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 14 | 21 | 17 | $4,830 |
6 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Plug-in hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Drive | Gas MPG | Electric MPGe | Electric range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S e-Hybrid (Most efficient) | AWD | 22 | 47 | 14 mi | $3,010 |
Cost assumes EPA's utility factor: 36% of miles are driven on electricity (residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026)) and the rest on gasoline (premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)).
2017 Porsche Cayenne MPG
17–20 MPG · $3,010–$4,830/yr
Versus 2016: The most efficient configuration moves from 24 to 20 MPG, down 4. Its annual cost goes from $4,000 to $3,930, $70 less.
On electricity 46 MPGe, with 14 miles of electric range.
See plug-in hybrid configurationsGas configurations (6)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cayenne (Most efficient) | 3.6L 6-cyl | AWD | 18 | 24 | 20 | $3,930 |
| S | 3.6L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 17 | 24 | 20 | $4,100 |
| Platinum | 3.6L 6-cyl | AWD | 17 | 23 | 19 | $4,120 |
| GTS | 3.6L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 16 | 23 | 19 | $4,320 |
| Turbo | 4.8L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 14 | 21 | 17 | $4,830 |
| Turbo S | 4.8L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 14 | 21 | 17 | $4,830 |
6 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Plug-in hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Drive | Gas MPG | Electric MPGe | Electric range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S e-Hybrid (Most efficient) | AWD | 22 | 46 | 14 mi | $3,010 |
Cost assumes EPA's utility factor: 37% of miles are driven on electricity (residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026)) and the rest on gasoline (premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)).
2016 Porsche Cayenne MPG
16–24 MPG · $3,000–$5,020/yr
Versus 2015: The most efficient configuration moves from 23 to 24 MPG, up 1. Its annual cost goes from $4,130 to $4,000, $130 less.
On electricity 47 MPGe, with 14 miles of electric range.
See plug-in hybrid configurationsGas configurations (5)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cayenne (Most efficient) | 3.6L 6-cyl | AWD | 17 | 24 | 20 | $4,020 |
| S | 3.6L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 16 | 24 | 19 | $4,230 |
| GTS | 3.6L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 16 | 23 | 18 | $4,460 |
| Turbo | 4.8L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 14 | 21 | 17 | $4,830 |
| Turbo S | 4.8L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 14 | 21 | 16 | $5,020 |
5 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Plug-in hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Drive | Gas MPG | Electric MPGe | Electric range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S e-Hybrid (Most efficient) | AWD | 22 | 47 | 14 mi | $3,000 |
Cost assumes EPA's utility factor: 37% of miles are driven on electricity (residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026)) and the rest on gasoline (premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)).
Diesel configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 21 | 28 | 24 | $4,000 |
Diesel is priced at diesel $6.29/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2015 Porsche Cayenne MPG
17–23 MPG · $3,000–$4,830/yr
Versus 2014: The most efficient configuration stays at 23 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $4,130.
On electricity 47 MPGe, with 14 miles of electric range.
See plug-in hybrid configurationsGas configurations (2)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S (Most efficient) | 3.6L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 16 | 24 | 19 | $4,230 |
| Turbo | 4.8L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 14 | 21 | 17 | $4,830 |
2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Plug-in hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Drive | Gas MPG | Electric MPGe | Electric range | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S e-Hybrid (Most efficient) | AWD | 22 | 47 | 14 mi | $3,000 |
Cost assumes EPA's utility factor: 37% of miles are driven on electricity (residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026)) and the rest on gasoline (premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)).
Diesel configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 20 | 29 | 23 | $4,130 |
Diesel is priced at diesel $6.29/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2014 Porsche Cayenne MPG
15–23 MPG · $3,750–$5,360/yr
Versus 2013: The most efficient configuration stays at 23 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $4,130.
Gas configurations (6)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cayenne 3.6L 6-cyl AWD Automatic (S8) (Most efficient) | 3.6L 6-cyl | AWD | 17 | 23 | 19 | $4,230 |
| S | 4.8L 8-cyl | AWD | 15 | 22 | 18 | $4,510 |
| Cayenne 3.6L 6-cyl AWD Manual 6-spd | 3.6L 6-cyl | AWD | 15 | 22 | 17 | $4,630 |
| Turbo | 4.8L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 14 | 21 | 17 | $4,750 |
| GTS | 4.8L 8-cyl | AWD | 14 | 20 | 16 | $5,020 |
| Turbo S | 4.8L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 13 | 20 | 15 | $5,360 |
6 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S Hybrid (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl supercharged | AWD | 20 | 24 | 21 | $3,750 |
1 configuration requires or recommends higher-octane gasoline and is costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Diesel configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 20 | 29 | 23 | $4,130 |
Diesel is priced at diesel $6.29/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2013 Porsche Cayenne MPG
16–23 MPG · $3,750–$5,020/yr
Versus 2012: The most efficient configuration moves from 21 to 23 MPG, up 2. Its annual cost goes from $3,750 to $4,130, $380 more.
Gas configurations (5)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cayenne 3.6L 6-cyl AWD Automatic (S8) (Most efficient) | 3.6L 6-cyl | AWD | 16 | 23 | 19 | $4,320 |
| S | 4.8L 8-cyl | AWD | 15 | 22 | 18 | $4,560 |
| Cayenne 3.6L 6-cyl AWD Manual 6-spd | 3.6L 6-cyl | AWD | 15 | 22 | 17 | $4,630 |
| Turbo | 4.8L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 14 | 21 | 17 | $4,660 |
| GTS | 4.8L 8-cyl | AWD | 14 | 20 | 16 | $5,020 |
5 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S Hybrid (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl supercharged | AWD | 20 | 24 | 21 | $3,750 |
1 configuration requires or recommends higher-octane gasoline and is costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Diesel configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl turbo | AWD | 20 | 29 | 23 | $4,130 |
Diesel is priced at diesel $6.29/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2012 Porsche Cayenne MPG
17–21 MPG · $3,750–$4,660/yr
Versus 2011: The most efficient configuration stays at 21 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,750.
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cayenne 3.6L 6-cyl AWD Automatic (S8) (Most efficient) | 3.6L 6-cyl | AWD | 17 | 23 | 19 | $4,220 |
| S | 4.8L 8-cyl | AWD | 16 | 22 | 18 | $4,440 |
| Cayenne 3.6L 6-cyl AWD Manual 6-spd | 3.6L 6-cyl | AWD | 15 | 22 | 17 | $4,630 |
| Turbo | 4.8L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 15 | 22 | 17 | $4,660 |
4 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S Hybrid (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl supercharged | AWD | 20 | 24 | 21 | $3,750 |
1 configuration requires or recommends higher-octane gasoline and is costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2011 Porsche Cayenne MPG
17–21 MPG · $3,750–$4,660/yr
Gas configurations (4)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cayenne 3.6L 6-cyl AWD Automatic 8-spd (Most efficient) | 3.6L 6-cyl | AWD | 16 | 22 | 19 | $4,310 |
| S | 4.8L 8-cyl | AWD | 16 | 22 | 18 | $4,440 |
| Cayenne 3.6L 6-cyl AWD Manual 6-spd | 3.6L 6-cyl | AWD | 15 | 22 | 18 | $4,590 |
| Turbo | 4.8L 8-cyl turbo | AWD | 15 | 22 | 17 | $4,660 |
4 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Hybrid configurations (1)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S Hybrid (Most efficient) | 3.0L 6-cyl supercharged | AWD | 20 | 24 | 21 | $3,750 |
1 configuration requires or recommends higher-octane gasoline and is 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: $4,680 in California and $3,410 in Texas, a $1,270 difference.
- California $4,680
- Washington $4,410
- New York $3,880
- Florida $3,590
- Texas $3,410
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2018 standard SUV models.
Generations
- 2003-2010 (1st gen)
- 2011-2018 (92A)
- 2019-2026 (PO536)
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2011-2018 Porsche Cayenne get?
EPA rates the 2011-2018 Porsche Cayenne at 15–24 MPG combined across 50 configurations and 8 model years. The most efficient version, the 2016 Diesel 3.0L 6-cyl turbo AWD, is rated 24 MPG (21 city, 28 highway). By powertrain: Gas: 15–20 MPG; Plug-in hybrid: 22 MPG; Diesel: 23–24 MPG; Hybrid: 21 MPG.
Which years had the best MPG in the 2011-2018 Porsche Cayenne?
The Diesel 3.0L 6-cyl turbo AWD reached the generation's best combined rating, 24 MPG, in 2016. The lowest top rating, 20 MPG, was in 2017 and 2018.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2011-2018 Porsche Cayenne?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017 and 2018.
How does the 2011-2018 Porsche Cayenne compare with the previous generation?
The previous generation (2003-2010 Porsche Cayenne) is rated 13–16 MPG combined and costs $5,020–$6,180 a year to fuel; the 2011-2018 model is rated 15–24 MPG and costs $3,000–$5,360 a year.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2018 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 $3,930 a year. Across all 7 configurations the cost runs $3,010–$4,830 a year. That is a $1,820 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2018 Porsche Cayenne 100 miles?
About $26.20 per 100 miles for the Cayenne 3.6L 6-cyl AWD at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $20.07 and $32.20 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
How does the 2018 Porsche Cayenne compare with other standard SUV configurations?
The Cayenne 3.6L 6-cyl AWD costs about $3,930 a year to fuel, $180 more than the class median of $3,750, and less than 4 of 10 standard SUV configurations. The comparison covers all 148 rated standard SUV configurations for MY2018, not weighted by sales.
How far does the 2018 Porsche Cayenne plug-in hybrid go on electricity?
EPA rates the electric range at 14 miles, with a total range of 490 miles when the gasoline engine helps. Once the battery is used, the car runs as a hybrid at 22 MPG. The S e-Hybrid 3.0L 6-cyl supercharged AWD costs about $3,010 a year, assuming EPA's utility factor of 36% of miles on electricity, at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026) + residential electricity 18.3¢/kWh (U.S. average, Jul 2026).
Is the 2018 Porsche Cayenne different from the 2017 model?
The most efficient configuration stays at 20 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,930. EPA lists 7 configurations for 2018 against 7 configurations for 2017. See the 2017 Porsche Cayenne for that year.