These are standard specifications for the 2006 Porsche Cayenne, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
6 Manual , 6 Automatic
Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated January 2023
Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | AWD |
| Production Years for Series : | 2002 - 2018 |
| Price : | MSRP: $42,200-90,200 |
| Weight : | 4762 lbs | 2160.007 kg |
| MPG City : | 15 |
| MPG Highway : | 20 |
Performance
| 0-60 mph : | 8.5 seconds. |
| Top Speed : | 133 mph | 213.997 km/h |
Engine & Transmission
| V 6 | and pistons. | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 3200 cc | 195.3 cu in. | 3.2 L. |
| Power : | 247 HP (181.792 KW) @ 6000 RPM |
| Torque : | 229 Ft-Lbs (310 NM) @ 2500 RPM |
| Compression : | 11.5 : 1 |
| Valvetrain : | 24 DOHC (4 valves per cylinder) |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| Cylinder Head : | Aluminum |
| V 8 | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 4506 cc | 275.0 cu in. | 4.5 L. |
| Power : | 340 BHP (250.24 KW) @ 6000 RPM |
| Torque : | 310 Ft-Lbs (420 NM) @ 2500 RPM |
| Compression : | 11.5 : 1 |
| Valvetrain : | 24 DOHC (3 valves per cylinder) |
| Turbocharged V 8 | |
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| Displacement : | 4500 cc | 274.6 cu in. | 4.5 L. |
| Power : | 450 BHP (331.2 KW) @ 6000 RPM |
| Torque : | 460 Ft-Lbs (624 NM) @ 2250 RPM |
| Compression : | 9.5 : 1 |
| Valvetrain : | 32 DOHC (4 valves per cylinder) |
6 Manual , 6 Automatic
Production Figures
| Total Porsche Production for 2006 : | 102,602 |
| 2006 Porsche Cayenne | |
Handling
Recall
| Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Porsche Cars North America, Inc. |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 22V656000 |
| Summary | 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 adjusted. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, 'Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment.' |
| Consequence | Improperly adjusted headlights may not illuminate the road properly, or cause a glare to oncoming drivers, which can increase the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | 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. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov. |
| Component | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Porsche Cars North America, Inc. |
| Mfr Report Date | 20021115 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 19V446000 |
| Summary | Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2003-2006 Cayenne S, Cayenne Turbo, 2004-2010 Cayenne, 2006 Cayenne Turbo S, 2010-2016 Panamera S, Panamera 4 S, Panamera Turbo, 2011-2016 Panamera, Panamera 4, 2012-2013 Panamera Turbo S, 2013-2016 Panamera 4 GTS, 2014-2016 Panamera 4 S Executive, Panamera Turbo Executive, Panamera Turbo S G1 II, Panamera Turbo S Executive, 2013 Panamera 4 Platinum Edition, Panamera Platinum Edition, 2016 Panamera 4 Edition, Panamera Edition, Panamera Turbo S Executive Luxury Sports vehicles. The bushing that attaches the gear selector lever to the gearbox may degrade over time, causing the bushing to detach. This condition could allow the driver to move the shift lever to Park and remove the ignition key, while the transmission may not be in Park, with no warning message or audible chime. |
| Consequence | If the vehicle is exited without the transmission being in Park and without the parking brake being applied, the vehicle may unexpectedly move, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Remedy | Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shifter cable bushing, free of charge. Owners are instructed to use the parking brake until their vehicle is repaired. The recall began August 9, 2019. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AKB1. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Porsche Cars North America, Inc. |
| Mfr Report Date | 20050527 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 17V576000 |
| Summary | Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2003-2006 Cayenne S and Cayenne Turbo vehicles, 2004-2006 Cayenne vehicles, and 2006 Cayenne S 'Titanium' Edition vehicles. These gasoline-powered vehicles have a fuel pump flange that may crack, allowing fuel to leak. |
| Consequence | A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. |
| Remedy | Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel filter flanges with new filter flanges that have a protective film, free of charge. The recall began July 6, 2018. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AH10. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
Data updated January 2023
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2006 Porsche Cayenne FAQs (show)
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What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 2006 Porsche Cayenne?
Q: How fast is the 2006 Porsche Cayenne? A: The 2006 Porsche Cayenne has a top speed of 133 mph. Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2006 Porsche Cayenne? A: The 2006 Porsche Cayenne has a wheelbase size of 112.40 inches.Q: What is the length of the 2006 Porsche Cayenne? A: The 2006 Porsche Cayenne has a length of 188.20 inches.Q: What is the width of the 2006 Porsche Cayenne? A: The 2006 Porsche Cayenne has a width of 75.90 inches.Q: How much headroom does the 2006 Porsche Cayenne have?A: The 2006 Porsche Cayenne has 39.60 inches of headroom.Q: How much legroom does the 2006 Porsche Cayenne have?A: The 2006 Porsche Cayenne has legroom of 40.60 inches.Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2006 Porsche Cayenne? A: The 2006 Porsche Cayenne was a SUV.Q: How much did the 2006 Porsche Cayenne cost when new? What was the MSRP? A: The 2006 Porsche Cayenne had an MSRP of $42,200 - $$90,200 (USD).Q: How many vehicles did Porsche produce in 2006? A: Porsche produced 102,602 automobiles in 2006.Q: What engines did the 2006 Porsche Cayenne have? A: The 2006 Porsche Cayenne had the following engine options: V 6 (3200 cc | 195.3 cu in. | 3.2 L.) with 247 HP (181.792 KW) @ 6000 RPM and 229 Ft-Lbs (310 NM) @ 2500 RPM V 8 (4506 cc | 275.0 cu in. | 4.5 L.) with 340 BHP (250.24 KW) @ 6000 RPM and 310 Ft-Lbs (420 NM) @ 2500 RPM Turbocharged V 8 (4500 cc | 274.6 cu in. | 4.5 L.) with 450 BHP (331.2 KW) @ 6000 RPM and 460 Ft-Lbs (624 NM) @ 2250 RPM Q: What transmissions did the 2006 Porsche Cayenne have? A: The 2006 Porsche Cayenne had the following gearbox options: 6 speed Manual, 6 speed Automatic.