Porsche Wireless Charging with 11 kW for Cayenne Electric

Porsche introduces 11 kW wireless charging for Cayenne Electric, debuting in 2025 with Europe launch in 2026, offering efficient and convenient home use.

Porsche is taking the next step in electric mobility with the introduction of Porsche Wireless Charging, an inductive system that works much like the familiar wireless charging of smartphones. Instead of plugging in, drivers simply park above a special floor pad, and the energy flows automatically.

The first model to feature this technology will be the Cayenne Electric (internal code E4). Its world premiere is planned for late 2025, while sales of the wireless charging base in Europe are scheduled to begin in 2026. Other markets will follow at a later stage. At IAA Mobility in Munich, Porsche unveiled a striking prototype equipped with fluorescent paint to highlight the innovation.

The technical specifications underline the ambition. Wireless charging power reaches up to 11 kW, matching the performance of wired AC stations. Efficiency is reported at around 90 percent. The pad itself weighs about 50 kilograms, measures 117×78×6 centimeters, and is suitable for both garages and outdoor use. Built-in sensors interrupt the charging process if a foreign object or living creature comes between the car and the pad.

Integration into the My Porsche app allows users to monitor charging sessions and manage multiple vehicles. A dedicated Surround View mode helps drivers align the car precisely, while ultra-wideband technology ensures accurate positioning over the pad.

Porsche emphasizes that around 75 percent of all charging sessions for its electric models take place at home, which underlines the potential of the inductive approach. The hardware is CE and UL certified, has passed TÜV Süd testing, and is designed to withstand various weather conditions, making it a reliable long-term option.

The Cayenne Electric will also support DC fast charging up to 400 kW, ensuring rapid refueling on long journeys. Wireless charging therefore complements, rather than replaces, existing high-power solutions.

Pricing details have not yet been disclosed. As a reference point, BMW’s inductive system for the 530e, introduced in 2018, cost around €3,200. Porsche’s solution, however, offers higher power and broader integration, which could establish a new benchmark for convenience in premium electric mobility.

For now, the innovation is limited to the Cayenne Electric. Whether it will extend to models such as the Taycan or Macan EV remains an open question, but the debut signals a strong push toward making charging as effortless as possible.