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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
10.0Hankook

Hankook ION FlexClimate

All Season
9.8Pirelli

Pirelli P Zero R

Summer
9.8Continental

Continental PremiumContact 7

Summer
9.8Pirelli

Pirelli Cinturato (C3)

Summer
9.7Hankook

Hankook ION Evo

Summer
9.6
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For the Porsche Cayenne in 2026, the top-rated Winter tyres are GoodYear UltraGrip Performance SUV Gen-1 (rated 9.5/10) and Dunlop Winter Sport 5 SUV (rated 9.1/10). The Porsche Cayenne uses 12 tyre sizes across 7 generations. The GoodYear UltraGrip Performance SUV Gen-1 excels in Comfort while the Dunlop Winter Sport 5 SUV 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.

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

Best Winter tyres for Porsche Cayenne

Best tyres for Porsche Cayenne by category

Best for dry
Pirelli SCORPION WINTER
9.4/10
Best for wet
Dunlop Winter Sport 5 SUV
9.5/10
Best for comfort
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance SUV Gen-1
9.2/10
Best for noise
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance SUV Gen-1
9.2/10
Best for snow
Pirelli SCORPION WINTER
8.6/10
Best overall
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance SUV Gen-1
9.5/10

Tyre comparison for Porsche Cayenne

#TyreRatingWetDryNoiseComfortSegmentFit
1GoodYear UltraGrip Performance SUV Gen-19.59.08.69.29.2Premium136%
2Dunlop Winter Sport 5 SUV9.19.59.16.97.1Premium100%
3Bridgestone Blizzak LM-0059.09.28.48.48.3Premium127%
4Continental WinterContact TS 850P SUV9.08.78.97.97.9Premium236%
5Pirelli SCORPION WINTER9.07.99.46.97.0Premium309%

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best Winter tyres for Porsche Cayenne?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated Winter tyres for Porsche Cayenne are: GoodYear UltraGrip Performance SUV Gen-1 (9.5/10), Dunlop Winter Sport 5 SUV (9.1/10), Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (9.0/10). 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 GoodYear UltraGrip Performance SUV Gen-1 good for Porsche Cayenne?
Yes, the GoodYear UltraGrip Performance SUV Gen-1 is the top-rated tyre for Porsche Cayenne with a rating of 9.5/10. Its strongest discipline is comfort. It covers 136% 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.

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