Model year guide

2016 Porsche Cayenne

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2016 Porsche Cayenne is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 17 on record.

2016 Porsche Cayenne — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2016 Porsche Cayenne at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints38
Combined20 mpg
Typical price$36,810

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2016 Porsche Cayenne recalls 2

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:pedals And Linkages NHTSA Campaign #16V169000 · 23/03/2016

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 Cayenne vehicles manufactured April 28, 2010, to January 11, 2016. The brake pedal pivot pin may be missing a circlip, allowing the pivot pin to move and the brake pedal to dislodge.

Fix: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake pedal assembly circlip, installing any missing circlips, free of charge. The recall began on July 8, 2016. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AG02.

Exterior Lighting:headlights NHTSA Campaign #22V656000 · 30/08/2022

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2003-2020 Porsche Macan, Cayenne, Panamera, and Cayman S, 2001-2004 Boxster, Boxster S, 2004 Boxster 50 JAHRE SPYDER 550 vehicles. Please see the recall report for a complete list of all affected models and model years. The caps that cover the low-beam headlight horizontal adjustment screws are missing, which can allow the headlights to be improperly …

Fix: Dealers will inspect the headlights for sealing caps and install missing caps as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 28, 2022. Owners may contact Porsche's customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is ANB4.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2016 Porsche Cayenne common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 38 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Exterior Lighting
Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

2016 Porsche Cayenne MPG & running costs

Combined20 mpg
City17 mpg
Highway24 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,800

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2016 Porsche Cayenne worth?

Low
$32,990
Typical price
$36,810
High
$43,995

From 14 comparable 2016 Porsche Cayenne listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2016 Porsche Cayenne costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$19,000
Fuel only$19,000
Per mile$0.25

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2016 Porsche Cayenne trims & engines on record

Trims
Base
Engines
3.6L 6-cyl 300 hp · 3.6L 6-cyl 440 hp

2016 Porsche Cayenne vehicles on record

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Other Porsche Cayenne model years

2020 2019 2018 2017 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2006 2005 2004

2016 Porsche Cayenne — frequently asked questions

Does the 2016 Porsche Cayenne have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2016 Porsche Cayenne. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Porsche Cayenne?

Based on 38 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, exterior lighting, fuel/propulsion system.

What gas mileage does the 2016 Porsche Cayenne get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2016 Porsche Cayenne at about 20 mpg combined (17 city / 24 highway).

How much is a 2016 Porsche Cayenne worth?

Comparable 2016 Porsche Cayenne listings run roughly $32,990–$43,995, typically around $36,810 (from 14 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.