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Porsche Cayenne Electric vs Tesla Model Y

Comparing the 2026 Porsche Cayenne Electric (from $109,000) with the 2026 Tesla Model Y (from $39,990). The Cayenne Electric offers 320 miles of range while the Model Y offers 321 miles.

Quick Take

Porsche Cayenne Electric tows the most, while Tesla Model Y wins on price.

Porsche Cayenne Electric

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Porsche Cayenne Electric
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Best for Towing

  • 7,716 lb towing capacity
  • Up to 1139 hp
  • 615 lb-ft of torque
  • AWD drivetrain
Tesla Model Y

2026SUV

Tesla Model Y

Best Value

  • Starts at $39,990
  • About $112 per mile of range
  • Up to 357 mi EPA-rated range
Price
$109,000 - $163,000
$39,990 - $57,990
Range
320 miles
306-357 miles
Horsepower
435-1139 hp
258-460 hp
0-60 mph
2.4-4.5 sec
3.3-6.8 sec
Battery Size
113 kWh
69.5-84.6 kWh
Drive Type
AWD
RWD
Seats
5
5
Top Speed
143-162 mph
125-155 mph
Towing Capacity
7716 lbs
3500 lbs
DC Fast Charging
16 min (10-80%)
30 min (10-80%)
Level 2 Charging
Unknown
8 hrs (0-100%)
Length
194.8"
187"
Width
78"
75.6"
Height
65.9"
64"
Cargo Capacity
56.1 cu ft
76 cu ft

Porsche Cayenne Electric vs Tesla Model Y: Which Should You Buy?

The Tesla Model Y starts at $39,990, undercutting the Porsche Cayenne Electric ($109,000) by about $69,000.

In its longest-range configuration the Tesla Model Y covers up to 357 miles, 37 more than the Porsche Cayenne Electric's 320. At a DC fast charger, the Porsche Cayenne Electric goes from 10-80% in about 16 minutes vs 30 for the Tesla Model Y.

The Tesla Model Y offers 76 cu ft of cargo space vs 56.1 for the Porsche Cayenne Electric. The Tesla Model Y is also 8 inches shorter than the Porsche Cayenne Electric, which makes it easier to park.

Bottom line: pick the Porsche Cayenne Electric if you tow, or the Tesla Model Y if you want the most for your money.

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