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2008 Porsche Cayenne
The 2008 Porsche Cayenne is a large SUV. When it was new, prices in Australia typically ranged from $94,700 for the base variant and topping out at $277,800 for the Turbo S variant.
There are 5 variants of the Cayenne available in Australia and this generation went on sale in early-2007.
The 2008 Cayenne was offered with a 2 year, unlimited km warranty.
Engine options for the Porsche Cayenne include 3.6L v6 (213kW/385Nm), 4.8L v8 (283kW/500Nm), 4.8L v8 (298kW/500Nm), 4.8L v8 turbo (368kW/700Nm) and 4.8L v8 turbo (404kW/750Nm). Available with 6-speed automatic with manual mode or 6-speed manual manual transmissions. All variants feature 4x4.
- Retail Price
- $94,700 - $277,800â€
- Transmission
- 6-speed auto or 6-speed manual
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4
- Fuel Type
- Premium Unleaded
- Body Types
- SUV
- Powertrain Type
- N/A
- Retail Price
- $94,700 - $277,800â€
- Transmission
- 6-speed auto or 6-speed manual
- Driven Wheels
- 4x4
- Fuel Type
- Premium Unleaded
- Body Types
- SUV
- Powertrain Type
- N/A
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2008 Porsche Cayenne
Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
Design, size, and presence on the road
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Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
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Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
Protection, prevention, and alerts
Cost of Ownership
Coverage, maintenance, and peace of mind
2008 Porsche Cayenne
Available Variants
The Porsche Cayenne comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being Turbo S.
2008 Porsche Cayenne
News
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How does the 2008 Porsche Cayenne compare?
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Power to Weight
95.3 - 166.26 kW/t
56.29 kW/t
166.26 kW/t
Boot Space
540 litres
249 litres
958 litres
Fuel Efficiency
12.9 - 15 L/100km
9 L/100km
15.9 L/100km
Warranty (Years)
2 years
2 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 - 3 years
1 year
7 years
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
2,945 - 3,080 kg
2,750 kg
3,175 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
3,500 kg
2,250 kg
3,500 kg
Approach Angle
28.5 - 28.6°
28°
34°
Departure Angle
22.3 - 25.4°
22.3°
33.6°
Ground Clearance Unladen
194 - 218 mm
194 mm
300 mm
Explore Variants
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Base
2026
$144,900
3.0 V6 Black Edition Auto
2026
$156,800
Black Edition
2026
$162,500
3.0 E-Hybrid Black Edition Auto
2026
$175,800
S
2026
$184,900
3.0 V6 S E-Hybrid Black Edition Auto
2026
$195,500
GTS
2026
$211,800
Turbo
2026
$259,900
Turbo S
2026
$303,300
Turbo Gt
2026
$376,300
Year
2026
Engine Type
3.0L Combustion
3.0L PHEV
4.0L Combustion
4.0L PHEV
Fuel
Premium Unleaded
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Body Type
SUV
Number of Doors
5 Doors
Drivetrain
4x4
Maximum Power
260 kW
346 kW
300 kW
349 kW
382 kW
368 kW
630 kW
544 kW
485 kW
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2008 Porsche Cayenne
Dimensions
4,798 mm
1,928 mm
1,699 mm
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,798 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,928 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,699 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,855 mm |
| Load Capacity | 710 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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2008 Porsche Cayenne
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Porsche Cayenne is the base variant that starts from $94,700.
See all Porsche Cayenne PricingThe most expensive Porsche Cayenne is the Turbo S variant that starts from $277,800.
See all Porsche Cayenne PricingThe best towing capacity of a Porsche Cayenne is 3500 kg shared by all variants.
See all Porsche Cayenne towing capacityThe largest Porsche Cayenne is the GTS variant which measures 1957mm wide, 4795mm in length and sits 1675mm tall.
The most powerful Porsche Cayenne is the Turbo S variant which has 404kW of power and 750nm of torque.
The Porsche Cayenne is built in Germany and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Porsche Cayenne is the S variant which has a gross vehicle weight of 3080 kg.
The Porsche Cayenne uses Premium Unleaded Petrol.
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