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Porsche Cayenne generations and tyre sizes

Cayenne

955

2002 – 2006
Petrol184–383 kW (250–521 PS)Manual / Automatic
235/65 R17255/55 R18275/40 R20
Cayenne 955 (1. Facelift)

955 (1. Facelift)

2007 – 2010
Diesel, Petrol176–405 kW (239–551 PS)Automatic / Manual
235/65 R17255/55 R18295/35 R21
Cayenne 958

958

2010 – 2014
Diesel, Petrol, Hybrid176–405 kW (239–551 PS)Automatic / Manual
255/55 R18265/50 R19295/35 R21
Cayenne 958 (1. Facelift)

958 (1. Facelift)

2014 – 2017
Diesel, Petrol, Hybrid193–419 kW (262–570 PS)Automatic
255/55 R18265/50 R19275/45 R20295/35 R21
Cayenne 9YA

9YA

2017 – 2023
Petrol, Hybrid250–500 kW (340–680 PS)Automatic
/ R255/55 R19285/40 R20285/40 R21
Cayenne Cayenne 9YA (1. Facelift)

Cayenne 9YA (1. Facelift)

2023 – Now
Petrol, Hybrid260–544 kW (354–740 PS)Automatic
/ R255/55 R20285/45 R21
Cayenne Cayenne K1

Cayenne K1Electric

2026 – Now
Electric325 kW (442 PS)Automatic642–642 km Range
255/55 R20

EV tyres

For electric cars we recommend EV-specific tyres with low rolling resistance and reinforced load rating to protect range and handle instant torque.

Michelin

Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5

Winter
10.0Continental

Continental PremiumContact 7

Summer
9.8Hankook

Hankook ION FlexClimate

All Season
9.8Pirelli

Pirelli P Zero R

Summer
9.8Pirelli

Pirelli Cinturato (C3)

Summer
9.7Michelin

Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S

Summer
9.6
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For the Porsche Cayenne in 2026, the top-rated tyres are Continental Sportcontact 7 (rated 10.0/10) and Continental PremiumContact 7 (rated 9.8/10). The Porsche Cayenne uses 12 tyre sizes across 7 generations. The Continental Sportcontact 7 excels in Dry performance while the Continental PremiumContact 7 stands out in Wet performance. Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.

Source: aggregated data from ADAC, TCS, Auto Bild, GTÜ and other independent tyre testing organizations.

tyres for Porsche Cayenne - market overview, tests, reviews 2026

Matching tyres for Porsche Cayenne

Frequently asked questions

What are the best tyres for Porsche Cayenne?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated tyres for Porsche Cayenne are: Continental Sportcontact 7 (10.0/10), Continental PremiumContact 7 (9.8/10), GoodYear UltraGrip Performance SUV Gen-1 (9.5/10). Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.
What tyre sizes fit Porsche Cayenne?
The Porsche Cayenne uses the following tyre sizes: 235/65 R17, 255/55 R18, 275/40 R20, 295/35 R21, 265/50 R19, 275/45 R20, / R, 255/55 R19, 285/40 R20, 285/40 R21, 255/55 R20, 285/45 R21.
How many generations does the Porsche Cayenne have?
The Porsche Cayenne has 7 generations, from 2002 to 2026.
What is the best tyre for wet roads for Porsche Cayenne?
For wet road performance on Porsche Cayenne, the top-rated tyres are Dunlop Winter Sport 5 SUV (9.5/10) And Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (9.2/10).
Are Continental Sportcontact 7 good for Porsche Cayenne?
Yes, the Continental Sportcontact 7 is the top-rated tyre for Porsche Cayenne with a rating of 10.0/10. Its strongest discipline is dry. It covers 63% of Porsche Cayenne tyre sizes.
How to choose tyres for Porsche Cayenne?
To choose the right tyres for Porsche Cayenne: 1) Check which tyre sizes fit your generation. 2) Choose between summer, winter, or all-season tyres. 3) Compare test ratings from independent organizations. 4) Consider your driving priorities (wet safety, comfort, mileage). 5) Decide between premium and budget segments based on your budget.
What is the difference between summer and winter tyres for Porsche Cayenne?
Summer tyres are optimized for warm temperatures (above 7 degrees C) with better dry and wet grip. Winter tyres use softer compounds and deeper treads for cold conditions, snow and ice. All-season tyres offer a compromise but do not match specialists in extreme conditions. Choose based on your climate and driving needs.

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