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Porsche · Full-Size SUV · 2018–2024

Porsche Cayenne 9YA

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

★★★★★
3.0 / 5.0 · Based on 4 engine variants
Most Fun Engine

641 PS

4.0L V8 Turbo Benzin

Turbo GT: SUV with sports car DNA

Legendary!

Generations

Engine Overview

The Porsche Cayenne 9YA is available with 6 engine variants — from 333 to 680 hp.

3.0L V6 Turbo · Benziner· 333–340 PS
2018 2024
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S · Benziner· 441 PS
2018 2024
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Turbo · Benziner· 550 PS
2018 2024
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Turbo GT · Benziner· 640 PS
2021 2024
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E-Hybrid · Benziner Plug-in-Hybrid· 462 PS
2018 2024
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Turbo S E-Hybrid · Benziner Plug-in-Hybrid· 680 PS
2019 2024
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The Porsche 3.0L V6 Turbo (Benziner, 333–340 PS) has the DCBE (3.0L V6 Turbo) — rated: "Be Careful", 7 known weaknesses.

The Porsche S (Benziner, 441 PS) has the DCAB (2.9L V6 Turbo) — rated: "Be Careful", 7 known weaknesses.

The Porsche Turbo (Benziner, 550 PS) has the DCUA (4.0L V8 Turbo) — rated: "Be Careful", 7 known weaknesses.

The Porsche Turbo GT (Benziner, 640 PS) has the DWN (4.0L V8 Turbo) — rated: "Be Careful", 7 known weaknesses.

The Porsche E-Hybrid (Benziner Plug-in-Hybrid, 462 PS) has the DCBE (3.0L V6 Turbo) — rated: "Be Careful", 7 known weaknesses.

The Porsche Turbo S E-Hybrid (Benziner Plug-in-Hybrid, 680 PS) has the DCUA (4.0L V8 Turbo) — rated: "Be Careful", 7 known weaknesses.

Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
!Electronics failures on E-Hybrid models

E-Hybrid variants show isolated failures in the high-voltage system and charging electronics. Software updates resolve many problems.

Symptoms: Hybrid system unavailable, charging aborts, reduced system power
from 30,000 km
Ad Hybrid System Cayenne 9YALadeelektronik Cayenne E-Hybrid
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NHTSA Owner Complaints
Average
84 complaints · 2018–2024
Other
23 ⚠ 1
Electrical
23 ⚠ 1
Airbags
13
Powertrain
11
Engine
10

Top Reported Issues

⚠ Other (23 complaints)
⚠ Electrical (23 complaints)
⚠ Airbags (13 complaints)
Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov) · 2026-03

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Known Problems and Issues

A total of 34 weaknesses have been documented for the Porsche Cayenne 9YA (2018–2024) — 28 engine-related and 6 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Electronics, Body, Suspension, Brakes.

Cayenne (DCBE, 2018–2024) — Be Careful: Water pump: coolant enters the vacuum system, Rocker arm breaks, Water pump failure. Power: 333–340 PS.

Cayenne (DCAB, 2018–2024) — Be Careful: Water pump: coolant enters the vacuum system, Rocker arm breaks, Water pump failure. Power: 441 PS.

Cayenne (DCUA, 2018–2024) — Be Careful: Crankcase ventilation failed, Water pump: coolant enters the vacuum system, Rocker arm breaks. Power: 550 PS.

Cayenne (DWN, 2021–2024) — Be Careful: Crankcase ventilation failure, Water pump: coolant enters vacuum system, Rocker arm fracture. Power: 640 PS.

Cayenne (DCBE, 2018–2024) — Be Careful: Water pump: coolant enters the vacuum system, Rocker arm breaks, Water pump failure. Power: 333–340 PS.

Cayenne (DCUA, 2019–2024) — Be Careful: Crankcase ventilation failed, Water pump: coolant enters the vacuum system, Rocker arm breaks. Power: 680 PS.

What to watch out for with the Porsche Cayenne? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Porsche Cayenne 9YA have? +
The Porsche Cayenne 9YA has 28 known engine weaknesses and 6 vehicle weaknesses.
What should I look for when buying a used Porsche Cayenne 9YA? +
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Which engine is recommended? +
Be careful: DCBE (3.0L V6 Turbo), DCAB (2.9L V6 Turbo), DCUA (4.0L V8 Turbo), DWN (4.0L V8 Turbo). No engine is rated 'Good Choice'. The most fun to drive is the DWN (4.0L V8 Turbo).
Which Porsche Cayenne 9YA engine is the most fun? +
The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the Porsche Cayenne 9YA — rated: "Legendary!". {description} The Cayenne Turbo GT with 640 hp is no longer an SUV that apologises for itself. Porsche took the vehicle to the Nürburgring Nordschleife and set an SUV record — that says everything about the ambition and the result. The engine is brutal, the suspension is at a level that shames sports cars, and all of that in a five-seat SUV. Absurd, uncompromising, and impressive.
Is the Porsche Cayenne 9YA worth buying used? +
The Porsche Cayenne 9YA requires careful consideration — choosing the right engine variant is crucial.
What horsepower variants are available for the Porsche Cayenne 9YA? +
The Porsche Cayenne 9YA is available with engine variants from 333 to 680 hp. Petrol: DCBE (3.0L V6 Turbo), DCAB (2.9L V6 Turbo), DCUA (4.0L V8 Turbo), DWN (4.0L V8 Turbo).

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee