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Ground clearance (also understood as Ride height) computes the height from the lowermost edge of the car’s underbody and the point of the tires’ contact with the even road. But, the maker of the model might utilize tiny tweaks to the normal program to advertise attractive outcome implying the factual distance from the shock absorbers, the engine oil pan or the muffler to the road might be briefer than mentioned in the official manual.
It is no wonder while reasonable consumers seek a heightened ground clearance to avoid dilemma when parking near the bumps or riding through the rugged terrain. The factual ride height of the model fluctuates between 190 to 218 mm depending on the year of production and equipment. Take into account that a well- packed car will surely sacrifice about 1 inch of ground clearance.
Happily, the model ground clearance can be lifted with spacers for shock absorbers to help the vehicle remain higher off the ground. While enjoying a taller model, you abandon a portion of the erstwhile stability and maneuverability driving fast. On the contrary model ground clearance can be lowered in the interest of enhanced handling and stability.
There a number of ways to increase ground clearance. When it comes to lifting or lowering your Porsche Cayenne you can choose between bigger tires, a leveling kit, coil spring assisters, coilovers, airlift suspension, suspension lifts, etc.
06.2017 – 2019
| Trims | Ground Clearance, mm |
| 4.0 Tiptronic Turbo | 190 |
| 2.9 Tiptronic S | 210 |
| 3.0 Tiptronic | 210 |
| 3.0 Tiptronic E-Hybrid | 210 |
How to raise Ground Clearance on your Porsche Cayenne. Tip 1 – Get Bigger Tires.
You can raise the ground clearance of your Porsche Cayenne by upgrading tires to the bigger size. This will earn you extra 0,5-1 inch of clearance.
07.2014 – 05.2018
| Trims | Ground Clearance, mm |
| 3.6 Tiptronic GTS | 204 |
| 3.0 Tiptronic Diesel Platinum Edition | 215 |
| 3.0 Tiptronic Diesel | 215 |
| 3.0 Tiptronic S E-Hybrid | 215 |
| 3.6 Tiptronic Platinum Edition | 215 |
| 3.6 Tiptronic | 215 |
| 3.6 Tiptronic S Platinum Edition | 215 |
| 3.6 Tiptronic S | 215 |
| 4.1 Tiptronic S Diesel Platinum Edition | 215 |
| 4.1 Tiptronic S Diesel | 215 |
| 4.8 Tiptronic Turbo | 215 |
| 4.8 Tiptronic Turbo S | 215 |
How to raise Ground Clearance on your Porsche Cayenne. Tip 2 – Install Leveling Kit.
Leveling kits are designed to level out the uneven stance and increase the ground clearance of your Porsche Cayenne. In most cases, the slight lift will allow for bigger tires. Please refer to Plus Sizing Guides.
03.2010 – 07.2014
| Trims | Ground Clearance, mm |
| 4.8 Tiptronic GTS | 204 |
| 3.0 Tiptronic Diesel Platinum Edition | 215 |
| 3.0 Tiptronic Diesel | 215 |
| 3.0 Tiptronic S Hybrid | 215 |
| 3.6 MT | 215 |
| 3.6 Tiptronic Platinum Edition | 215 |
| 3.6 Tiptronic | 215 |
| 4.1 Tiptronic S Diesel | 215 |
| 4.8 Tiptronic S | 215 |
| 4.8 Tiptronic Turbo | 215 |
| 4.8 Tiptronic Turbo S | 215 |
How to raise Ground Clearance on your Porsche Cayenne. Tip 3 – install Suspension Lift Kit.
Porsche Cayenne Suspension Lift Kits (only available for trucks and SUVs) provide the proper clearance between the tire and chassis when going off-road. Normally, it increases the ground clearance from 2 to 8 inches.
02.2007 – 05.2010
| Trims | Ground Clearance, mm |
| 4.8 MT GTS | 194 |
| 4.8 Tiptronic GTS | 194 |
| 4.8 Tiptronic GTS Porsche Design Edition 3 | 194 |
| 4.8 Tiptronic Turbo | 215 |
| 4.8 Tiptronic Turbo S | 215 |
| 3.6 MT | 218 |
| 3.6 Tiptronic | 218 |
| 4.8 MT S | 218 |
| 4.8 Tiptronic S | 218 |
| 4.8 Tiptronic S Transsyberia | 218 |
12.2002 – 01.2007
| Trims | Ground Clearance, mm |
| 3.2 MT | 217 |
| 3.2 Tiptronic | 217 |
| 4.5 Tiptronic S | 217 |
| 4.5 Tiptronic S Titanium Edition | 217 |
| 4.5 Tiptronic Turbo | 217 |
| 4.5 Tiptronic Turbo S | 217 |
How to lower the Ground Clearance on your Porsche Cayenne.
Option 1 – Install Lowering Springs 
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Option 2 – Install Coilovers
Option 3 – Install Air Suspension Kit
References
Porsche Cayenne By Years:
2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022