Porsche Cayenne 955/957/958 & VW Touareg Manganese Steel Engine Skid Plate (2002–2018)
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Manganese Steel Engine Skid Plate — Porsche Cayenne 955/957/958 & VW Touareg (2002–2018)
The oil pan is the lowest point under the engine, and a single rock strike can end a trip. This 3 mm work-hardening manganese steel plate covers the oil pan, gearbox, and front drivetrain, and bolts on to factory underbody points.
Each generation has its own plate — choose your car from the Select your vehicle dropdown above. The underbody and mounting points differ between the Cayenne 955, 957 and 958 and between the Touareg Gen 1, Gen 1.5 Facelift and Gen 2, so the plate is cut and drilled for the car you pick. Selecting the wrong one means the mounting holes will not line up.
Specifications
| Material | High-carbon manganese steel |
| Thickness | 3 mm |
| Finish | Black e-coating |
| Coverage | Oil pan, gearbox, front drivetrain |
| Vehicle-specific | Yes — cut and drilled per generation, not a universal plate |
| Mounting | Factory underbody points — fully reversible |
| Also available | Aluminum version (5 mm, silver finish) |
Key Features
- Work-hardening manganese steel — repeated impacts make the plate harder, not weaker
- Made specifically for your generation — the mounting pattern matches your car's factory points
- Full engine bay coverage: oil pan, gearbox, and front drivetrain
- Direct bolt-on using factory underbody mounting points
- Corrosion-resistant black e-coat finish
- No interference with sensors or vehicle electronics
- Fully reversible installation
Fitment
| Your car | Option to select |
| Porsche Cayenne 955, 2002–2007 | Porsche Cayenne 955 (2002–2007) |
| Porsche Cayenne 957 facelift, 2008–2010 | Porsche Cayenne 957 (2008–2010) |
| Porsche Cayenne 958, 2011–2018 | Porsche Cayenne 958 (2011–2018) |
| VW Touareg 7L pre-facelift, 2002–2007 | VW Touareg Gen 1 (2002–2007) |
| VW Touareg 7L facelift, 2008–2010 | VW Touareg Gen 1.5 Facelift (2008–2010) |
| VW Touareg 7P, 2011–2018 | VW Touareg Gen 2 (2011–2018) |
Installation & Maintenance
- Difficulty: Beginner-friendly
- Tools: Basic socket set
- Cutting / drilling / welding: None required — the plate arrives drilled for your generation
- Servicing: The plate must be removed for oil changes and underside maintenance — it bolts off and back on in a few minutes
Frequently Asked Questions
Which option should I select?
Match the option to your car's model year. On the Cayenne: 955 is 2002–2007, 957 is the 2008–2010 facelift, and 958 is the 2011–2018 car. On the Touareg: Gen 1 is the 2002–2007 pre-facelift 7L, Gen 1.5 Facelift is 2008–2010, and Gen 2 is the 2011–2018 7P. If you are unsure which your car is, email your VIN to info@overlandtrek.com and we will identify it for you before you order.
Is the same plate used for every car listed?
No. The plate is made specifically for the generation you select — the outline and the mounting holes differ between the Cayenne 955, 957 and 958 and between the Touareg Gen 1, Gen 1.5 and Gen 2. That is why the vehicle must be chosen before ordering, and why a plate for one generation will not bolt to another.
Manganese steel or aluminum — which should I choose?
The 3 mm manganese steel plate is the right choice for serious rock crawling and repeated heavy impacts, because manganese steel work-hardens on impact. The 5 mm aluminum version is lighter and better suited to overlanding and moderate off-road use.
Do I need to remove this for oil changes?
Yes. The plate must come off to reach the sump for oil changes and other underside maintenance. It bolts off and back on with basic tools in a few minutes.
Does this reduce my ground clearance?
The plate mounts flush to factory underbody points, so the loss of clearance is minimal — far less than the cost of a holed oil pan.
Can I buy all the skid plates together?
Yes — the complete manganese steel underbody protection kit bundles the plates at a lower combined price.
