Overview

As the name implies, the Porsche Cayenne Coupe is a more rakish version of one of the best SUVs on sale. It’s based on the regular Porsche Cayenne SUV but in addition to its sweeping roofline it also offers buyers some more focused performance options. So while it is pricier and less practical, there are certainly good reasons to consider going for the Coupe if you can afford it.

Sadly, the 640hp Cayenne Couple Turbo GT has been discontinued following the 2023 Cayenne facelift. Probably the pinnacle of Cayenne driving enjoyment, this is sure to remain a highly desirable used car for many years to come. Don’t be too sad, however, as the arrival of a new trio of Cayenne Coupe E-Hybrid models offers plenty of solace.

These take even the best plug-in hybrid SUVs to new heights, thanks to a more powerful electric motor and bigger drive battery. The range-topping Cayenne Coupe Turbo E-Hybrid has the most powerful drivetrain ever offered in a Cayenne, and a special optional GT Package means the Coupe drives better than the SUV equivalent as well.

All told, there is still a wide range of variants to choose from. As ever with Porsche, standard equipment is typically matched specifically to the engine, so what’s included varies with that rather than trim level (the only exception being that GT Package for the Turbo E-Hybrid at the moment). With plenty of performance, none of these is exactly cheap – and the options list is a treacherous place to get carried away – but we’d still argue you get good value.

While it has Coupe in its name, this is still a reasonably practical SUV – and so it should be considering its sheer size. There’s plenty of passenger space front and rear, and the boot is still upwards of 539 litres, even in the hybrid versions. Luxury is hardly in doubt, either, with outstanding fit and finish throughout and a wide choice of colours and materials available.

Rivals include the Audi Q8, Mercedes-Benz GLE Coupe, Maserati Levante and BMW X6 – all opinion-dividing cars in their own right – with the Porsche aiming to do be fastest and most fun at any price point. If you’re considering the Turbo E-Hybrid with GT Package, you might also look at the Lamborghini Urus, Bentley Bentayga and Ferrari Purosangue.

Click through the next few pages to read everything you need to know about the Porsche Cayenne Coupe, including its practicality, how much it costs to run, what it’s like to drive – and whether we recommend buying one.