10 Optional Cayenne Features Every Buyer Should Consider Choosing From The Porsche Configurator

Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control: $3,580

Porsche’s dynamic chassis control (PDCC) is another feature worth having on the Cayenne as it provides much better driving dynamics. The Porsche Cayenne is already an athletic proposition. It is a Porsche, after all. That said, it is still an SUV, which means it needs all the help it can get to tackle corners more confidently.

The latest iteration of PDCC relies on electromechanical instead of electro-hydraulic actuators to adjust chassis articulation, improve comfort, and reduce body roll when necessary. The Cayenne can weigh as much as 5,666 pounds and other hybrid models like the Panamera aren’t much lighter, but for about $3,580, the PDCC makes even the heaviest Porsche models lighter on their feet when tackling corners.

Porsche InnoDrive: $2,740

Porsche’s InnoDrive further enhances the capabilities of the Adaptive Cruiser Control (which is also optional). It takes the already capable system, which includes automatic speed control, in conjunction with the car in front of you. This also includes a stop-and-go function and Active Lane-keeping. However, InnoDrive also relies on navigation data to predetermine the vehicle speed according to upcoming road conditions, and even decide on a gear-shift strategy for the PDK transmission. The InnoDrive system predicts road conditions up to 1.8 miles ahead. The system costs $1,020 more than the Adaptive Cruise Control, which on its own, costs $900.

Off-road package $2,000

The off-road package is another way to enhance the versatility of your Porsche Cayenne. For $2,000, it gets you extra underbody protection, a compass (unless you opt for the Sport Chrono package), a steering-angle display, an additional towing camera, and more. The system works best with the air suspension, which can increase the ground clearance from 8.2 to a maximum, of 9.6 inches.

HD-Matrix LED headlights $1,710

Porsche’s four-point LED design is continuously evolving, and in the 2024 Porsche Cayenne, you can now get the optional HD Matrix LED headlights, instead of the regular LED lights. With up to 32,000 pixels, the HD Matrix LED headlights are twice as bright while having four times the range of the regular LED headlights. The optional LEDs come with glare-free high beams, lane-brightening, Adaptive highway high beams, Dynamic cornering lights with a variable response ratio, depending on the drive mode, and much more. At $2,500, the Porsche HD Matrix LED headlights sound like great value for money to me.

Privacy, thermally and noise-insulated glass: $1,170

If you value your privacy and want a more relaxed driving experience, you need to spend the $1,130 Porsche asks for the thermally and noise-insulated glass with UV protection. Depending on which option you go for, this includes the front windshield and side windows. Better cabin temperature control, less external noise, and more privacy are a strong argument for spending not a lot of money by ticking the box in Porsche’s configurator.

Rear-axle steering: $1,280

One of the most important things you can add to the Porsche Cayenne is rear-axle steering. Typically, range-topping Porsche models come with rear-steering capabilities as standard. That said, rear-axle steering is also available on the most affordable Porsche. In the base Cayenne models, you need to pay an additional $1,280, which isn’t a whole lot considering the advantages rear-axle steering provides.

At slow speeds, the rear wheels turn in the opposite direction to improve maneuverability in tight spots (Reduced turning circle by as much as 600 mm – from 12.1 to 11.5 meters) and at high speeds, the rear wheels turn in the same direction as the front wheels to improve high-speed stability. In the Porsche Cayenne, the rear-axle steering offers up to 3.0 degrees of steering. By opting for the rear-axle steering, you automatically opt for Porsche’s adaptive air suspension ($2,880).

Four-zone automatic climate control: $990

There isn’t much to say about this Porsche option aside from being another thing that should have been standard on a luxury SUV. Still, the option costs $990, which isn’t a whole lot considering the base 2025 Cayenne’s starting MSRP of $86,695.

Roof rails $820

It may sound like a trivial thing to talk about, but the Porsche Cayenne is an SUV. So why not add a bit of extra utility to your luxury SUV by adding roof rails? It allows you to fit a top-mounted carrier for additional luggage or carry ski or other camping equipment for your outdoor activities. The Porsche Cayenne roof can hold up to 220 pounds, so there is plenty of margin for loading stuff on top. At $820, the roof rails are a relatively cheap option that greatly improves the Cayenne’s practicality.

Trailer Hitch without Tow Ball: $660

Here’s yet another inexpensive option that increases the versatility and practicality of a Cayenne as an SUV. Sure, you’re not going to be lugging around something massive, but the Cayenne can still haul an impressive 7,700 pounds, allowing you to hitch anything from a small camper to ATVs.

Air-quality system: $460

The third-generation Porsche Cayenne is the first to be available with an air-quality system. The vehicle uses predictive navigation data to activate air recirculation if needed. An additional sensor detects fine dust particles that are being filtered out through a fine-dust filter, as many times as necessary while an ionizer flushes out any potentially harmful germs. I think the health of the occupants is well worth the $460 Porsche is asking for this option. The final MSRP for a base model 2025 Porsche Cayenne with the above-mentioned options comes to $97,425.