# Porsche Cayenne (9Y0) buying guide

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Buying guide · 2019 on · Updated Oct 1, 2026

The 9Y0 Cayenne's main used-buy risk is a vacuum-operated water pump that fails on the V6, and sources disagree on whether the V8 Turbo escapes it.

**Median asking price: $100,444** (Across 124 live listings)

- Asking prices: $39,438 to $251,975, middle half $64k to $153k
- For sale: 124
- Lowest price: $39,438
- Model years: 2019 on
- Versions for sale: 3

## The 9Y0 Cayenne as a used buy

Before you look at anything else on a used 9Y0 Cayenne, ask about the water pump. [VinCanary](https://vincanary.com/porsche/cayenne/2019) and [What Breaks](https://what-breaks.com/porsche/cayenne-9ya) both describe a vacuum-operated pump that can fail and leak coolant, and What Breaks calls the V8 Turbo the pick that sidesteps the problem.

The catch is that the sources disagree. One page says the fault hits the V6 and not the V8, while another says the V8 uses the same vacuum-controlled pump and both engines are equally exposed. So a V8 is not automatically clear of it, and the service history matters either way.

The generation runs from 2019 and was redesigned from the ground up, on the VW Group's MLB Evo platform with an 8-speed Tiptronic S automatic. New that year were rear-axle steering, adaptive air suspension, PDCC and a 12.3-inch PCM touchscreen, per [Stuttcars](https://www.stuttcars.com/porsche-buyers-guides/porsche-cayenne-3rd-gen-buyers-guide/). We track the Cayenne Turbo, the Turbo GT and the facelift Turbo GT, and you can browse [used Cayennes for sale](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/used/porsche/cayenne) to see what is listed.

## 9Y0 Cayenne years and versions

The 2019 lineup opened with a 335 hp 3.0L V6, the 434 hp Cayenne S and a Turbo with a twin-turbo 4.0L V8 rated at 541 hp. Stuttcars lists 568 lb-ft and a 3.7-second 0-60 time for the Turbo, which comes with torque vectoring, Sport Chrono, PASM and air suspension as standard. Current [Cayenne Turbo listings](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/used/porsche/cayenne/turbo) show how they are equipped.

The Coupe body and the E-Hybrid arrived for 2020, and the GTS returned for 2021 with a V8 making 453 hp. The Turbo S E-Hybrid pairs the V8 with an electric motor for 670 hp and is the fastest of the generation.

The Turbo GT gets 640 hp from a 4.0L V8 with titanium con-rods and special camshafts. What Breaks describes it as a sports car in SUV clothing, with suspension calibration Porsche otherwise reserves for sports cars. Both [Turbo GT cars for sale](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/used/porsche/cayenne/turbo-gt) and the [facelift Turbo GT market](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/porsche-cayenne-gen-iii-turbo-gt-facelift) are tracked.

What Breaks also says the V8 in the Turbo and Turbo GT has a different water pump design from the V6, and calls it the sturdier engine for cooling. On options, the [Porsche Club of America](https://www.pca.org/news/top-10-options-to-look-for-in-a-2019-2023-cayenne-pca-tech-tips) rates Rear Axle Steering and the Sport Chrono Package with PSM Sport as ones to look for.

## 9Y0 Cayenne versions for sale now

Every version in our latest scan, most listed first. Each links to its own page with deal analysis and market history.

| Version | Model years | For sale | Median price |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Cayenne Turbo](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/porsche-cayenne-gen-iii-turbo-pre-facelift) | 2019-2023 | 66 | $66,883 |
| [Cayenne Turbo GT (facelift)](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/porsche-cayenne-gen-iii-turbo-gt-facelift) | 2024-2026 | 30 | $165,947 |
| [Cayenne Turbo GT](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/porsche-cayenne-gen-iii-turbo-gt-pre-facelift) | 2022-2023 | 28 | $137,721 |

## Common 9Y0 Cayenne problems

### Vacuum water pump failure

The vacuum-operated pump can fail and leak coolant into the vacuum system, causing boost codes, power loss and overheating. Failures are reported from around 40,000 to 60,000 km. Whether the V8 shares the exposure is disputed between sources.

### Water pump bills

What Breaks quotes $1,500 to $5,000 on the V6 and $2,000 to $6,000 on the V8 and Turbo GT. Owners cited by VinCanary report $9,000 to $12,000 because the front end must come off. Porsche extended the pump warranty to 10 years, so find out whether a given car still has cover.

### Rocker arm breakage

Rocker arms on the EA825 and EA839 engines can break from about 60,000 to 100,000 km. The bill reaches 15,000 € on the V6 and $5,000 to $18,000 on the Turbo GT.

### Crankcase ventilation

If the V8's crankcase ventilation fails, oil gets pulled into the intake and the turbo bearings wear. What Breaks puts the repair at $500 to $3,000.

### Cylinder bore cracking

NHTSA records a 2021 recall for cracks that may develop on the cylinder bore surface in certain Cayenne Turbo, GTS and GTS Coupe vehicles. A recall for a model year does not mean every car of that year is affected, so a VIN check settles it.

### Battery and touchscreen

The 2019 Cayenne's 12-volt lithium battery can fail suddenly, with replacement quoted at $2,000 to $5,000. Early PCM 5.0 units from 2018 to 2022 can freeze or show a black screen, and dealer software updates usually fix that.

### Dashboard and brake squeal

Leather over the passenger airbag can bubble or lift, there is no recall, and replacement is quoted at $8,000 to $10,000. Optional PSCB brakes can squeal loudly; a service bulletin supplies an updated disc and pad kit.

### E-Hybrid battery fade

The high-voltage battery can lose meaningful capacity after 5 to 7 years, and a replacement runs $12,000 or more.

## What to check on a used 9Y0 Cayenne

- Have the cooling system pressure-tested and ask the inspector to look for coolant in the vacuum lines.
- Watch the coolant temperature gauge throughout the test drive.
- Cold-start a V6 and listen for belt squeal.
- Ask for invoices showing whether the water pump has been replaced or is covered by the extended warranty.
- Check the VIN at NHTSA's recall lookup and ask for proof that recalls were completed.
- Ask what rocker arm or crankcase ventilation work has been done.
- Park an air-suspension car for 30 minutes and confirm it holds its level.
- Measure rotor thickness on any car with PCCB brakes.
- Get the PIWIS battery health report on an E-Hybrid before you buy.
- Cycle through the touchscreen menus for freezes or a black screen.
- Inspect the dash leather above the passenger airbag for bubbling.

## 9Y0 Cayenne running costs

Porsche specifies an oil change every 10,000 miles or 12 months, an intermediate service at 2 years or 20,000 miles and a major service at 4 years or 40,000 miles, per [Kelley Blue Book](https://www.kbb.com/porsche/cayenne/2019/maintenance-schedules/) and [PCarWise](https://www.pcarwise.com/local-help/porsche-maintenance-schedules/cayenne-maintenance/9y0-9y3-cayenne-maintenance-schedule/). PCarWise adds that the Turbo needs spark plugs at 4 years or 30,000 miles and suggests setting aside $130 per month for routine maintenance over four years.

[Car and Driver](https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/a30744804/2019-porsche-cayenne-reliability-maintenance/) reports that its long-term car's 30,000-mile service with new spark plugs cost $1,003, and that three dealer visits totaled $2,677.

Front pads and rotors are due every 30,000 to 40,000 miles at $1,200 to $2,000, and PCCB replacement is $8,000 to $12,000. An air suspension compressor is $3,500, and bladder leaks are $1,200 to $2,000 per corner. Those are What Breaks figures.

## 9Y0 Cayenne recalls and complaints

[NHTSA](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls) lists 17 recall campaigns for 2019 to 2027 Cayennes, and owners have filed 119 complaints, most of them under unknown or other, then electrical system, air bags and forward collision avoidance. Complaints are reports, not proven faults.

The more serious recalls cover cracks on the cylinder bore surface (2021), a steering column screw that may fail and detach the column (2021), a rear axle trailing arm lock nut that may break (2021), a front control arm possibly installed with cracks (2024), and a fuel line quick connector that may leak (2019 to 2020 Turbo). Others cover a rearview camera that may not display and a high pressure fuel pump leak (2024 to 2026). Check any car's VIN at NHTSA's recall lookup.

## NHTSA recalls for the 9Y0 Cayenne

Every recall campaign the carmaker filed with NHTSA for the 2019 to 2027 model years, newest first, as of Oct 31, 2026. Not every car of a listed year was affected: check a car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

| Campaign | Reported | Model years | Component | What can happen |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 25V896000 | Dec 19, 2025 | 2019 to 2025 | Back over prevention | A rearview image that does not display properly reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| 25V634000 | Sep 23, 2025 | 2024 to 2026 | Fuel system, gasoline | A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. |
| 24V533000 | Jul 16, 2024 | 2024 | Suspension | A sudden loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash. |
| 23V841000 | Dec 13, 2023 | 2019 to 2024 | Electrical system | An overheated outlet or charging cable can increase the risk of a fire. |
| 23V527000 | Jul 27, 2023 | 2024 | Exterior lighting | Rear hazard warning lights and parking lights that fail to illuminate can reduce the vehicle's visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| 22V040000 | Jan 28, 2022 | 2021 to 2022 | Suspension | Rear axle misalignment may cause premature or uneven tire wear, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| 21V493000 | Jun 30, 2021 | 2021 | Steering | A detached steering column can cause a loss of control, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| 21V341000 | May 12, 2021 | 2021 | Engine | Cracks may cause engine damage and a stall or an oil leak, increasing the risk of a crash or fire. |
| 21V318000 | May 5, 2021 | 2020 to 2021 | Seats | The front passenger air bag may fail to deploy, increasing the risk of injury. |
| 21V271000 | Apr 21, 2021 | 2021 | Suspension | A broken lock nut may misalign the rear axle, causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash. |
| 20V270000 | May 13, 2020 | 2019 to 2020 | Fuel system, gasoline | A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire. |
| 20V271000 | May 13, 2020 | 2020 | Power train | If transmission fluid leaks while driving, the road surface may be made slippery, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| 19V735000 | Oct 16, 2019 | 2019 to 2020 | Electrical system | If the driver is not alerted when brake pads are worn out, the vehicle may not respond as expected when braking, increasing the risk of crash. |
| 19V111000 | Feb 21, 2019 | 2019 | Visibility | A rearview camera display that does not function as designed can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the car, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| 19V112000 | Feb 20, 2019 | 2019 | Suspension | Loose shock absorbers may impair vehicle steering, increasing the risk of crash. |

## Owner complaints to NHTSA about the 9Y0 Cayenne

Owners filed 119 complaints with NHTSA for the 2019 to 2027 model years (5 crashes reported). A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. A complaint can name more than one component.

| Component | Complaints |
| --- | --- |
| Unknown or other | 30 |
| Electrical system | 28 |
| Air bags | 20 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 17 |
| Engine | 16 |
| Power train | 14 |
| Service brakes | 14 |
| Back over prevention | 13 |

## Best 9Y0 Cayenne deals right now

31 deals priced below market right now, the best by about $24,806. Members get the VIN, dealer, listing link and a ready-to-send negotiation email for each one.

- 2024 Porsche Cayenne, Gen III Facelift Turbo GT: asking $153,004 · $25k below market · 9,698 mi · Glen Cove, NY · deal score 100 of 100
- 2021 Porsche Cayenne, Gen III Turbo: asking $53,594 · $17k below market · 43,021 mi · Tea, SD · deal score 100 of 100
- 2021 Porsche Cayenne, Gen III Turbo: asking $52,150 · $15k below market · 53,390 mi · East Windsor, NJ · deal score 99 of 100
- 2021 Porsche Cayenne, Gen III Turbo: asking $56,790 · $14k below market · 41,051 mi · Ewing, NJ · deal score 99 of 100
- 2023 Porsche Cayenne, Gen III Turbo GT: asking $125,990 · $16k below market · 28,046 mi · Chantilly, VA · deal score 98 of 100
- 2025 Porsche Cayenne, Gen III Facelift Turbo GT: asking $183,163 · $19k below market · 3,651 mi · Los Angeles, CA · deal score 96 of 100

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## 9Y0 Cayenne prices by model year

Median asking price for each model year in our latest scan, with the number of cars listed and their price range.

- 2026: $238,595 (2 for sale · $225,215 to $251,975 · median 1,033 mi)
- 2025: $186,425 (4 for sale · $179,924 to $215,877 · median 5,900 mi)
- [2024](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/used/porsche/cayenne/2024): $163,357 (24 for sale · $147,908 to $178,696 · median 26,994 mi)
- [2023](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/used/porsche/cayenne/2023): $104,987 (32 for sale · $69,957 to $160,150 · median 30,660 mi)
- [2022](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/used/porsche/cayenne/2022): $115,155 (25 for sale · $68,477 to $185,139 · median 33,319 mi)
- [2021](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/used/porsche/cayenne/2021): $59,169 (10 for sale · $52,150 to $81,236 · median 57,344 mi)
- [2020](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/used/porsche/cayenne/2020): $55,075 (6 for sale · $45,996 to $64,099 · median 65,639 mi)
- [2019](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/used/porsche/cayenne/2019): $53,497 (21 for sale · $39,438 to $71,495 · median 62,384 mi)

[Cayenne price guide](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/prices/porsche/cayenne)

## 9Y0 Cayenne fair values by trim and year

Our fair value is what comparable cars, same trim and model year with typical miles, are listed at in our latest market data. A car well under it is worth a close look; a car well over it needs a reason.

| Trim | Model year | Fair value | Typical miles |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Turbo | 2023 | $98,939 | 27,000 |
| Turbo | 2021 | $67,801 | 49,400 |
| Turbo | 2020 | $60,760 | 51,100 |
| Turbo | 2019 | $52,610 | 60,200 |
| Turbo GT | 2025 | $199,257 | 4,300 |
| Turbo GT | 2024 | $169,445 | 16,200 |
| Turbo GT | 2023 | $144,192 | 21,400 |
| Turbo GT | 2022 | $132,763 | 22,200 |

## 9Y0 Cayenne for sale now

- [2019 Porsche Cayenne, Gen III Turbo](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/porsche-cayenne-gen-iii-turbo-pre-facelift): $53,191 · 72,095 mi · Edmonds, WA
- [2022 Porsche Cayenne, Gen III Turbo GT](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/porsche-cayenne-gen-iii-turbo-gt-pre-facelift): $142,999 · 20,128 mi · Nashua, NH
- [2019 Porsche Cayenne, Gen III Turbo](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/porsche-cayenne-gen-iii-turbo-pre-facelift): $53,497 · 48,458 mi · Plano, TX
- [2019 Porsche Cayenne, Gen III Turbo](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/porsche-cayenne-gen-iii-turbo-pre-facelift): $55,972 · 53,601 mi · Plano, TX
- [2022 Porsche Cayenne, Gen III Turbo](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/porsche-cayenne-gen-iii-turbo-pre-facelift): $68,998 · 58,593 mi · Franklin, TN
- [2019 Porsche Cayenne, Gen III Turbo](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/porsche-cayenne-gen-iii-turbo-pre-facelift): $53,712 · 52,799 mi · Arden, NC
- [2022 Porsche Cayenne, Gen III Turbo GT](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/porsche-cayenne-gen-iii-turbo-gt-pre-facelift): $134,676 · 30,435 mi · West Palm Beach, FL
- [2024 Porsche Cayenne, Gen III Facelift Turbo GT](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/porsche-cayenne-gen-iii-turbo-gt-facelift): $167,695 · 25,781 mi · Bellevue, WA
- [2023 Porsche Cayenne, Gen III Turbo GT](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/porsche-cayenne-gen-iii-turbo-gt-pre-facelift): $150,215 · 21,352 mi · Carrollton, TX
- [2023 Porsche Cayenne, Gen III Turbo](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/porsche-cayenne-gen-iii-turbo-pre-facelift): $82,997 · 39,678 mi · Orlando, FL
- [2022 Porsche Cayenne, Gen III Turbo](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/porsche-cayenne-gen-iii-turbo-pre-facelift): $86,999 · 23,559 mi · Irvine, CA
- [2022 Porsche Cayenne, Gen III Turbo](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/porsche-cayenne-gen-iii-turbo-pre-facelift): $68,477 · 66,904 mi · Paramus, NJ
- [2024 Porsche Cayenne, Gen III Facelift Turbo GT](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/porsche-cayenne-gen-iii-turbo-gt-facelift): $149,706 · 38,509 mi · Marietta, GA
- [2024 Porsche Cayenne, Gen III Facelift Turbo GT](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/porsche-cayenne-gen-iii-turbo-gt-facelift): $177,379 · 13,104 mi · Las Vegas, NV
- [2023 Porsche Cayenne, Gen III Turbo GT](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/porsche-cayenne-gen-iii-turbo-gt-pre-facelift): $142,389 · 29,698 mi · Fort Myers, FL
- [2024 Porsche Cayenne, Gen III Facelift Turbo GT](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/porsche-cayenne-gen-iii-turbo-gt-facelift): $178,696 · 8,592 mi · Miami, FL
- [2021 Porsche Cayenne, Gen III Turbo](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/porsche-cayenne-gen-iii-turbo-pre-facelift): $67,989 · 61,298 mi · Delray Beach, FL
- [2025 Porsche Cayenne, Gen III Facelift Turbo GT](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/porsche-cayenne-gen-iii-turbo-gt-facelift): $189,687 · 5,900 mi · Ridgeland, MS
- [2023 Porsche Cayenne, Gen III Turbo GT](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/porsche-cayenne-gen-iii-turbo-gt-pre-facelift): $155,177 · 11,950 mi · Westmont, IL
- [2019 Porsche Cayenne, Gen III Turbo](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/porsche-cayenne-gen-iii-turbo-pre-facelift): $46,799 · 67,055 mi · Linden, NJ
- [2019 Porsche Cayenne, Gen III Turbo](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/porsche-cayenne-gen-iii-turbo-pre-facelift): $54,199 · 60,164 mi · East Brunswick, NJ
- [2023 Porsche Cayenne, Gen III Turbo](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/porsche-cayenne-gen-iii-turbo-pre-facelift): $100,268 · 35,854 mi · Marietta, GA
- [2019 Porsche Cayenne, Gen III Turbo](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/porsche-cayenne-gen-iii-turbo-pre-facelift): $51,700 · 62,384 mi · Miami, FL
- [2020 Porsche Cayenne, Gen III Turbo](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/cars/porsche-cayenne-gen-iii-turbo-pre-facelift): $57,155 · 52,450 mi · Union City, GA

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## Our verdict

Buy the V8 Turbo or Turbo GT, since What Breaks rates it the way around the V6 pump weakness, but treat that as a lean rather than a guarantee given the source that says the V8 shares the part. A car with pump invoices or warranty cover beats a cleaner-looking one without.

VinCanary rates the 2019 model year as expensive but known, to be bought with the recalls done. Set your budget against the [Cayenne price guide](https://www.luxurycardeals.com/prices/porsche/cayenne), and if the car has Rear Axle Steering and Sport Chrono, the Porsche Club of America counts both in its favor.

## Sources

We read these pages and checked every fact in this guide against them. The words are ours. Researched Oct 31, 2026.

- [Porsche Cayenne 9YA — All Engines, Problems & Buying Guide (2018–2024)](https://what-breaks.com/porsche/cayenne-9ya) (What Breaks)
- [2019 Porsche Cayenne Problems & Reliability](https://vincanary.com/porsche/cayenne/2019) (VinCanary)
- [3rd Gen Porsche Cayenne Buyer's Guide: What You Need to Know](https://www.stuttcars.com/porsche-buyers-guides/porsche-cayenne-3rd-gen-buyers-guide/) (Stuttcars)
- [Top 10 options to look for in a 2019-2023 Cayenne — the third generation](https://www.pca.org/news/top-10-options-to-look-for-in-a-2019-2023-cayenne-pca-tech-tips) (Porsche Club of America)
- [2019+ Cayenne Maintenance Service Schedule Explained](https://www.pcarwise.com/local-help/porsche-maintenance-schedules/cayenne-maintenance/9y0-9y3-cayenne-maintenance-schedule/) (PCarWise)
- [2019 Porsche Cayenne Service Schedules & Maintenance Pricing](https://www.kbb.com/porsche/cayenne/2019/maintenance-schedules/) (Kelley Blue Book)
- [2019 Porsche Cayenne Long-Term Road Test: 40,000-Mile Wrap-Up](https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews/a30744804/2019-porsche-cayenne-reliability-maintenance/) (Car and Driver)
- [Recalls and owner complaints for the 9Y0 Cayenne](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls) (NHTSA)

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## 9Y0 Cayenne: common questions

### What is the best 9Y0 Cayenne to buy?

The V8 Cayenne Turbo or Turbo GT is the one to find. What Breaks calls the V8 Turbo the pick that avoids the V6 water pump weakness, though another source says the V8 shares that pump, so ask for service records either way.

### What goes wrong with the 9Y0 Cayenne?

The best-documented fault is a vacuum-operated water pump that can leak coolant and cause overheating. Rocker arm breakage, crankcase ventilation failure, a failing 12-volt battery and freezing touchscreens are also reported. NHTSA lists 17 recall campaigns, so check the VIN.

### Is the 9Y0 Cayenne reliable?

Reasonably, with one clear weak point: the vacuum water pump. What Breaks calls the 9Y0 a solid modern SUV, but sources disagree on whether the V8 escapes that pump. Owners have filed 119 complaints with NHTSA, which are reports rather than proven faults.

### How much does it cost to run a 9Y0 Cayenne?

Expect routine service every 12 months or 10,000 miles, with plugs on the Turbo at 4 years or 30,000 miles. PCarWise suggests budgeting $130 per month over four years. Brake and air suspension repairs run into thousands, per What Breaks.

### How much is a used 9Y0 Cayenne?

Asking prices for the 124 cars we track for sale right now run from $39,438 to $251,975, with a median of $100,444. Model year, version, mileage and history move the price most; the prices by model year and fair values on this page show where a car should sit.

### Has the 9Y0 Cayenne been recalled?

NHTSA lists 17 recall campaigns filed for the 2019 to 2027 model years as of Oct 31, 2026, the latest for back over prevention. Not every car was affected, so check the VIN of any car you're considering at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

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