DecodedCars2007 Porsche Cayenne
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2007 models.
- Class
- Sport Utility Vehicle - 4WD
- Engines
- 3.6L 6-cyl, 4.8L 8-cyl, 4.8L 8-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 16 combined · 14 city / 20 hwy
- Length
- –
- Curb weight
- –
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 0 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- No recalls so far
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 22 similar 2007 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2007 Porsche Cayenne is a SUV - offered with 3 engines (3.6L 6-cyl, 4.8L 8-cyl and 4.8L 8-cyl turbo) and 4-wheel or all-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 16 MPG combined (14 city / 20 highway), 8% worse than the 2007 SUV - average of 17.4 MPG, for an estimated $5,150 a year in fuel.
It has 0 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the tires.
What changed for 2007
- Engines added: 3.6L 6-cyl, 4.8L 8-cyl and 4.8L 8-cyl turbo
- Engines dropped: 3.2L 6-cyl, 4.5L 8-cyl and 4.5L 8-cyl turbo
Compared with 2006; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2006 Cayenne →
Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cayenne | 3.6L 6-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 14 / 20 / 16 | -8% | $5,150 | 555 |
| Cayenne | 3.6L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 14 / 20 / 16 | -8% | $5,150 | 555 |
| Cayenne S | 4.8L 8-cyl | Automatic 6-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 13 / 19 / 15 | -14% | $5,500 | 592 |
| Cayenne Turbo | 4.8L 8-cyl turbo | Automatic 6-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 12 / 19 / 14 | -20% | $5,850 | 635 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2007 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2007 Porsche Cayenne under the current (2011+) test program.
Similar 2007 SUV -s
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 Porsche Cayenne (this car) | 16 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz G-Class | 13 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2007 Land Rover Range Rover | 15 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2007 BMW X5 | 18 MPG | Not rated | 11 |
| 2007 BMW X3 | 20 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2007 Cadillac Escalade | 14 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2007 Lexus RX | 26 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
Recalls (0)
No vehicle recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2007 Porsche Cayenne.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗Not every 2007 Porsche Cayenne is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2007 Porsche Cayenne buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. No recalls on file, but check anyway.
- Tires — 1 owner reports. Ask the seller and mechanic specifically about this system.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 161,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2007 Porsche Cayenne. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Cayenne years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Cayenne | 19 | 193.7 in | Not rated | 1 | 5 |
| 2025 Cayenne | 22 | 193.7 in | Not rated | 2 | 6 |
| 2024 Cayenne | 19 | 193.7 in | Not rated | 5 | 5 |
| 2023 Cayenne | 19 | 193.7 in | Not rated | 2 | 5 |
| 2022 Cayenne | 21 | 193.7 in | Not rated | 3 | 4 |
| 2021 Cayenne | 21 | 193.7 in | Not rated | 7 | 21 |
| 2020 Cayenne | 21 | 193.7 in | Not rated | 6 | 25 |
| 2019 Cayenne | 21 | 193.7 in | Not rated | 8 | 47 |
| 2018 Cayenne | 22 | 190.9 in | Not rated | 1 | 14 |
| 2017 Cayenne | 22 | 190.9 in | Not rated | 2 | 19 |
| 2016 Cayenne | 24 | 190.9 in | Not rated | 2 | 40 |
| 2015 Cayenne | 23 | 190.9 in | Not rated | 3 | 15 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Porsche. How we calculate this →