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2021 Porsche Cayenne Plug-in Hybrid MPG & fuel economy

The 2021 Porsche Cayenne Plug-in Hybrid is a midsize or large SUV offered in 2 EPA-rated configurations. This plug-in hybrid covers about 17 miles on electricity (46 MPGe), then returns 21 MPG on gas. Across the lineup, combined ratings range from 18 to 21 MPG. Efficiency is unchanged from the 2020 model. Among 65 midsize & large SUVs rated for 2021, it ranks 25th for lowest fuel cost. At 15,000 miles a year with 18¢/kWh electricity and $3.95/gal premium gas, it costs about $2,470 a year to fuel.

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Combined 46 MPGe + 21 MPG 45 MPGe + 20 MPG city · 48 MPGe + 22 MPG hwy
Driving range 430 mi 17 mi on electricity
Your fuel cost $2,470 15,000 mi/yr · $16.46 per 100 mi
Class rank, 2021 #25 of 65 Midsize & Large SUVs by fuel cost

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Fuel average

The 2021 Porsche Cayenne Plug-in Hybrid's fuel average is 8.9 km/L (11.2 L/100 km), or 21 MPG combined: 8.5 km/L in the city and 9.4 km/L on the highway. On electricity it is rated 46 MPGe.

MPGkm/LL/100 km
City (gas)208.511.8
Highway (gas)229.410.7
Combined (gas)218.911.2

How it ranks among 2021 Midsize & Large SUVs

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  1. 1Tesla Model X105 MPGe $864
  2. 2Audi e-tron78 MPGe $1,172
  3. 3Toyota Highlander Hybrid36 MPG $1,292
  4. 4Ford Explorer Hybrid27 MPG $1,722
  5. 5Lincoln Aviator Plug-in Hybrid56 MPGe + 23 MPG $1,833
  6. 25Porsche Cayenne Plug-in Hybrid46 MPGe + 21 MPG $2,470
  7. 65Lamborghini Urus14 MPG $4,232
2021 Cayenne Plug-in HybridOther midsize & large SUVsClass median: $2,583/yr

Annual fuel cost at 15,000 miles and default prices; shorter bars cost less.

Cayenne Plug-in Hybrid MPG across model years

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2 EPA-rated configurations

ConfigurationTypeCityHwyCombinedRangeYour cost / yr
AWD · 3.0L 6-cyl turbo · 8-speed automatic
Cayenne e-Hybrid
Plug-in hybrid 45 MPGe + 20 MPG 48 MPGe + 22 MPG 46 MPGe + 21 MPG 430 mi $2,470
AWD · 4.0L 8-cyl turbo · 8-speed automatic
Cayenne Turbo S e-Hybrid
Plug-in hybrid 40 MPGe + 17 MPG 44 MPGe + 20 MPG 42 MPGe + 18 MPG 370 mi $2,897

Specs (most efficient configuration)

Fuel
Premium gas + electricity
Engine / motor
3.0L 6-cyl turbo
Transmission
8-speed automatic
Drivetrain
AWD
Electricity use
72 kWh/100 mi
All-electric range
17 mi
Charge time (240V)
3 hrs
Tailpipe CO₂
257 g/mi
EPA fuel economy score
6/10
EPA greenhouse gas score
7/10

2021 Porsche Cayenne Plug-in Hybrid vs. rivals

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Frequently asked questions

What is the gas mileage of the 2021 Porsche Cayenne Plug-in Hybrid?

Up to 46 MPGe + 21 MPG combined; ratings range from 18 to 21 MPG depending on configuration.

What fuel does the 2021 Porsche Cayenne Plug-in Hybrid use?

Premium gas + electricity (premium is required or recommended by the manufacturer).

What is the fuel average in km/L for the 2021 Porsche Cayenne Plug-in Hybrid?

The 2021 Porsche Cayenne Plug-in Hybrid's fuel average is 8.9 km/L (11.2 L/100 km), or 21 MPG combined: 8.5 km/L in the city and 9.4 km/L on the highway. On electricity it is rated 46 MPGe.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2021 Porsche Cayenne Plug-in Hybrid per year?

About $2,470 at 15,000 miles a year with 18¢/kWh electricity and $3.95/gal premium gas, or $16.46 per 100 miles. Use the calculator on this page to plug in your own mileage and prices.

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