Since 2017, the German company has been assembling the 2.9-liter Porsche MDC.AB bi-turbo engine, which powers the current generation of the Cayenne crossover, which is well-liked in many markets. Charged versions of the Audi RS4 and RS5 are equipped with a similar turbo unit under the DECA index.
MDC.AB and MDC.BE are EA839-line engines.
Specifications
| Production years | since 2017 |
| Displacement, cc | 2894 |
| Fuel system | direct injection |
| Power output, hp | 440 |
| Torque output, Nm | 550 |
| Cylinder block | aluminum V6 |
| Block head | aluminum 24v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 84.5 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 86 |
| Compression ratio | 10.5 |
| Features | intercooler |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | chain |
| Phase regulator | on both shafts |
| Turbocharging | bi-turbo |
| Recommended engine oil | 0W-20 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 8.0 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 6 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Porsche Cayenne S 2019) — city — highway — combined |
11.8 8.4 9.4 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~220 000 |
The engine was installed on:
- Porsche Cayenne 3 (9YA) since 2017;
- Porsche Cayenne 3 Coupe (9YB) since 2019.
Disadvantages of the Porsche MDC.AB engine
The engines of this line have not yet received much criticism on specialized forums, although the runs are modest;
A few complaints have been made regarding electrical malfunctions, particularly the start-stop system’s bugs;
Additionally, it is important to keep an eye on the radiators’ cleanliness because dirt quickly overgrows them.