Model year guide

2018 Porsche cayenne

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2018 Porsche cayenne is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 4 on record.

2018 Porsche cayenne — representative photo
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2018 Porsche cayenne at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints13
Combined20 mpg

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2018 Porsche cayenne recalls 1

Equipment NHTSA Campaign #18V844000 · 28/11/2018

Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2017 Porsche Cayenne Turbo S, Cayenne Turbo, Cayenne Plug-in Hybrid, Cayenne GTS, Cayenne Plug-in Hybrid Platinum Edition, Macan Turbo and Macan GTS vehicles, 2017-2018 Cayenne S, Macan, Cayenne Platinum Edition and Macan S vehicles and 2018 Cayenne vehicles equipped with the optional ski bag. The ski bag fastening strap may have been sewn with incorre…

Fix: Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ski bags, free of charge. The recall began January 10, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AJ12.

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.

2018 Porsche cayenne common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

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.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
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.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Tires
Check tread depth, the DOT age date, and that all four tires match with even wear. Look for bulges or cracks.

2018 Porsche cayenne MPG & running costs

Combined20 mpg
City18 mpg
Highway24 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,800

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

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2018 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.

2018 Porsche cayenne trims & engines on record

Trims
Base / Platinum Edition
Engines
3.6L 6-cyl 300 hp

2018 Porsche cayenne vehicles on record

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Other Porsche cayenne model years

2020 2019 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2006 2005 2004

2018 Porsche cayenne — frequently asked questions

Does the 2018 Porsche cayenne have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2018 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 2018 Porsche cayenne?

Based on 13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, electrical system, fuel/propulsion system.

What gas mileage does the 2018 Porsche cayenne get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2018 Porsche cayenne at about 20 mpg combined (18 city / 24 highway).

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