2008 Porsche Cayenne Specs, MPG & Trims
EPA fuel-economy data and specifications for the 2008 Porsche Cayenne (13–16 MPG combined) across 6 listed configurations.
Overview
- Body class
- Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD
- Drive
- 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
- Transmissions
- Automatic 6-spd, Manual 6-spd
- Engine
- 6-cyl, 3.6 L; 8-cyl, 4.8 L
- Fuel type
- Premium Gasoline
- Combined MPG
- 13–16 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $5,150–$6,300
- 5-year fuel cost
- −$19,500 to −$13,750 more than average
- Configurations
- 6
MPG & fuel economy
City, highway and combined values below are EPA estimates. Where a powertrain has several configurations, the table shows the lowest–highest reported value. Electric configurations use MPGe.
| Powertrain | City | Highway | Combined | Annual fuel cost | CO2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6-cyl 3.6 L · Premium Gasoline · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 14 | 20 | 16 | $5,150 | — |
| 8-cyl 4.8 L · Premium Gasoline · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 11–13 | 17–19 | 13–15 | $5,500–$6,300 | — |
Configurations & engine comparison
Each row is one configuration/engine combination reported by the EPA for this model year. Missing EPA values are shown as —.
| Configuration / engine | Drive | Transmission | Cyl. | Displ. (L) | Fuel type | City | Hwy | Comb. | Annual cost | 5-YR COST | FE | GHG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cayenne | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 6-spd | 6 | 3.6 | Premium Gasoline | 14 | 20 | 16 | $5,150 | −$13,750 | — | — |
| Cayenne | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 6 | 3.6 | Premium Gasoline | 14 | 20 | 16 | $5,150 | −$13,750 | — | — |
| Cayenne GTS | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 6-spd | 8 | 4.8 | Premium Gasoline | 13 | 18 | 15 | $5,500 | −$15,500 | — | — |
| Cayenne GTS | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 8 | 4.8 | Premium Gasoline | 11 | 17 | 13 | $6,300 | −$19,500 | — | — |
| Cayenne S | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 6-spd | 8 | 4.8 | Premium Gasoline | 13 | 19 | 15 | $5,500 | −$15,500 | — | — |
| Cayenne Turbo | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Automatic 6-spd | 8 | 4.8 | Premium Gasoline | 12 | 19 | 14 | $5,850 | −$17,250 | — | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the combined MPG of the 2008 Porsche Cayenne?
According to EPA data, the 2008 Porsche Cayenne is rated at 13–16 MPG combined for its conventional-fuel configurations.
How many cylinders does the 2008 Porsche Cayenne have?
The EPA data lists 6 and 8 cylinders across its configurations.
What fuel type does the 2008 Porsche Cayenne use?
It uses Premium Gasoline.
What is the annual fuel cost of the 2008 Porsche Cayenne?
The EPA estimates annual fuel costs ranging from $5,150 to $6,300.
How much will the 2008 Porsche Cayenne cost in fuel over 5 years?
According to EPA estimates, the 2008 Porsche Cayenne 5-year fuel-cost difference is −$19,500 to −$13,750 relative to the average new vehicle (negative values mean the vehicle costs more than average).