The 2022 Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT Coupe is a single trim that was introduced for the 2022 model year and is now the flagship SUV in the Cayenne lineup. The only powertrain combination offered with the Cayenne Turbo GT Coupe is a 4.0 L Twin-turbocharged V8 engine mated to an 8-speed Tiptronic S automatic transmission. The Cayenne Turbo GT Coupe being the new flagship comes with some standout and exclusive features which have been listed in the table below-

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The 2022 Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT Coupe is a standalone trim that is now situated on top of the Cayenne lineup being the most powerful one. It is equipped with a superb set of features and there’s plenty more to opt for from packages and optional features. The new Cayenne GT Coupe is the most expensive blend of performance and luxury Porsche has to offer in a rugged build. 

For the new Turbo GT, Porsche has thoroughly reworked their 4-liter twin-turbocharged V-8 powertrain with robust internals like camshaft, timing chain, pistons, connecting rods, and more, allowing it to produce an impressive 631-hp and 626 lb-ft of torque. With almost 100 hp more than the standard Cayenne Turbo, the GT blitzes the competition, reaching 60 MPH in just 3.1 seconds. 

However, despite the power bump, the Cayenne Turbo S E-Hybrid is still the most powerful model in the lineup, packing 670 hp. Porsche has also updated the 8-speed automatic transmission for quicker shifts, allowing it to walk past all the other Cayenne models including the S E-Hybrid, even with the 39 hp power deficit. Other notable drivetrain upgrades include a water-cooled transfer case and a center-mounted titanium exhaust, developed specifically for the Turbo GT model. 

Thanks to the lighter chassis and upgraded performance, the new Turbo GT is the fastest Cayenne ever, reaching 60 MPH in just 3.1 seconds, which is 0.7 seconds quicker than the regular Cayenne Turbo. Quarter-mile timing is also impressive at 11.6 seconds. While the new 2022 Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT Coupe is a lot more expensive than both the BMW X6 M and Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 63 S, it matches the performance of the Lamborghini Urus, which costs substantially more than all of these machines.

How does the 2022 Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT Coupe Handle?

To handle the extra performance, the Turbo GT gets a myriad of chassis and suspension upgrades. Compared to the regular model, the Turbo GT gets specifically tuned components like adaptive dampers, steering, active anti-roll bars, and more to keep the body lean in check through the corners. The wheels are also bigger at 22-inches and measure almost 1 inch wider than the standard model with increased negative camber. 

The GT also gets Pirelli P Zero Corsa tires which were specifically developed for it. Other notable additions include standard carbon-ceramic brakes with 17.3-inch rotors at the front and 16.1-inch at the rear. With all these upgrades, the GT can easily put some purpose-built sports cars to shame out in the track, placing it up there with the likes of the excellent Lamborghini Urus. In fact, the Cayenne GT handles as well as a sports sedan, which is the highest praise for a large SUV.

Because of the extra performance, we can expect the new Cayenne Turbo GT to be slightly less efficient than the regular turbo model which returns around 15 MPG in the city and 19 MPG on the highways. However, with the large 23.7-gallon fuel tank, it can match and even beat some of its rivals in terms of highway range. Customers who’re looking for more efficiency can opt for the E-Hybrid model which is sold alongside the Turbo GT.

*2021 Figures used for reference

With over 630 hp on tap, the new Cayenne Turbo GT is expected to return similar economy figures as the BMW X6 M and Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S, however, the Lamborghini Urus is still the least efficient SUV in its class. However, with a higher capacity fuel tank, the Porsche easily offers the most combined range just above 400 miles which is super-impressive.

While the interiors may look similar at first glance, the 2022 Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT Coupe gets several subtle upgrades to distinguish it from the rest, most notable of which is the yellow stripe on the steering wheel, like most sports cars, hinting at the performance on offer. Other notable changes include the unique seat pattern with extra padding, gold or grey stitching in the upholstery, and embossed headrests. The rest of the interior is just as luxurious and comfortable as the regular model.

While the coupe body may look cramped from the outside, the Cayenne GT offers similar rear-seat space compared to the regular model, although the cargo capacity is slightly limited. Like the regular Coupe models, the GT also gets a panoramic sunroof and four bucket seats as standard, limiting the capacity to just 4 passengers. Comfort levels are excellent with plenty of support for all passengers. As expected with a Porsche, quality is excellent with high-quality materials used everywhere. Like most modern SUVs, the GT also gets a simple layout with minimal switchgear along with touch-sensitive climate controls.

*2021 Model used for reference

With just over 21 cubic feet of cargo space on offer, the Cayenne GT is as practical as the BMW X6 M and Lamborghini Urus even with the coupe design. However, the Mercedes-AMG GLE Class trumps the rest with a cavernous trunk space of 33.3 cubic feet. All of these machines are super-luxurious and the Porsche also is an extremely opulent machine on the inside. Some standout interior features include:

• Two-zone climate control with separate temperature settings for driver and front passenger
• 8-way Sport Seats in front with memory package and Alcantara® seat centers with deviated stripe and perforation
• Integrated headrests (front)
• Heated seats (front and rear)
• "turbo GT" logo stitched on headrests

2022 Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT Coupe: Infotainment and Connectivity

For 2022, the Cayenne gets an updated infotainment system with a slicker interface and more modern features including. The new GT model is expected to get the 12.3-inch infotainment system as the regular models with all the modern features like Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, built-in navigation, Wi-Fi hotspot, satellite radio, four USB ports, and a lot more. The GT is also expected to get the 10-speaker audio system as standard. However, it can be upgraded to either a 14-speaker system from Bose or a 21-speaker 3D high-end system from Burmester which also gets metal speaker grilles. Some standout infotainment features include:

• 12.3-inch touchscreen display
• Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity
• Sound Package Plus with 10 speakers and a total output of 150 watts
• Satellite radio
• Built-in navigation
• Four USB ports
• Wi-Fi hotspot

While the initial models of the Cayenne had a polarising design, over the years, Porsche has significantly improved it, and the third-generation Cayenne is one of the best-looking SUVs in its segment. The coupe models go even further with a sloping roofline and hunkered down stance. Like other GT Porsches, the Cayenne GT also gets several distinctive styling elements over the regular model.

Porsche has reworked the front fascia for a more aggressive design with huge side intakes that cool the carbon-ceramic brakes. From the side, the black fender arches house 22-inch alloy wheels finished in gold, giving the GT a unique look. At the rear, the Porsche has also updated the adaptive spoiler with carbon-fiber side plates and a gurney flap to help with aerodynamics. The GT also sits 0.7 inches lower than the regular model.

The Cayenne GT has a wheelbase of just 114 inches, making it more compact than its rivals, especially when compared to the Lamborghini Urus and Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 63S. The Cayenne is also the least wide and the shortest one here while the Urus is the lightest and longest one and also has the longest wheelbase. The following are some of the standout exterior features of the 2022 Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT Coupe-

• Turbo GT specific front end in Satin Black with larger air intakes and inlays and marked vertical struts in High Gloss Black
• 22" GT Design Wheels in Satin Neodyme
• Wheel arch extensions and side skirts in Satin Black
• Rear fascia in Satin Black with extended diffuser in carbon fiber
• Adaptive rear spoiler in exterior color with extended lip in Black
• Fixed upper wing in high gloss black with side plates in carbon fiber
• SportDesign exterior mirror upper trims in carbon fiber
• Air curtains in the wheel arches

The 2022 Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT Coupe is built upon a fully galvanized steel and aluminum hybrid lightweight body shell which ensures structural rigidity. We don't expect it to be crash-tested or rated by NHTSA or IIHS because of its higher price. But the safety and driver assistance tech incorporated into it ensures that this super-SUV is not just a performance machine, but also a very safe one. The following are the prominent safety features in the 2022 Porsche Cayenne GT Coupe-

• Warn and Brake Assist
• ParkAssist (front and rear) with reversing camera
• Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
• Lane Change Assist (LCA)
• Night Vision Assist
• Lane Keep Assist (LKA) incl. Traffic Sign Recognition
• Porsche InnoDrive including Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) and Lane Keep Assist (LKA)

With the Cayenne Turbo GT, Porsche aims to bridge the gap between performance SUVs like the BMW X6 M and the Lamborghini Urus. Even though the GT costs almost thrice the price of the base Cayenne, it offers plenty of performance and equipment to justify the price bump. With a few options, prices can easily cross the $200,000 mark, bringing it closer to the Lamborghini Urus. Overall, the Cayenne GT has all the makings of becoming the best performance SUV in its segment, and If you're in the market for a luxury SUV with supercar levels of performance, the new 2022 Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT Coupe is definitely worth the wait.