Porsche does not rely on a single brake-pad brand across its lineup. The OE pads you receive with a Porsche depend on model, year and regional supply, so you may see several different brands in official catalogs.
In practice, Porsche has used friction materials from several suppliers over the years. Commonly seen OE brands include ATE (Continental), Textar, and Pagid, with some high-performance or ceramic systems using Porsche‑specific pads or other approved suppliers. To be sure you have the right pads for your car, check the exact Porsche part number in the official parts catalog or ask a Porsche dealer for your VIN’s matching brake-pad specification.
Brands Porsche commonly uses for OE brake pads
These brands appear in Porsche’s official parts catalogs, though availability varies by model, market and production year:
- ATE (Continental) friction pads
- Textar friction pads
- Pagid friction pads
- Porsche-branded OE pads (for specific variants and factory options)
The exact brand and part number must be confirmed for your vehicle, as the wrong pad can affect braking performance and warranty coverage.
Model- and market-specific notes
PCCB and high-performance brakes
Porsche Ceramic Composite Brakes (PCCB) use pads designed to work with carbon-ceramic discs. These pads are typically PCCB-specific and sold as part of the PCCB package through Porsche or approved suppliers. They are not interchangeable with standard iron-brake pads and should be replaced only with PCCB-approved materials.
Conventional steel brakes
For standard iron-disc brake systems, the brand can vary by model and region and may include ATE, Textar or Pagid, among others. Always verify padding by matching the exact backing plate shape, wear sensor layout and, most importantly, the official Porsche part number for your car.
How to verify the correct pad brand for your Porsche
To ensure you buy the right pads and maintain performance, follow these steps:
- Locate the exact Porsche part number for your brake pads using the owner's manual, the vehicle’s service booklet, or the official Porsche parts catalog.
- Check with a Porsche dealer or official parts retailer to confirm which brand and friction material are designated for your VIN and model year.
- Inspect your current pads for the correct shape, backing plate features and sensor configuration to determine the matching OE variant.
- Confirm whether your car has PCCB (ceramic) or conventional steel brakes, as PCCB requires specific PCCB pads.
- When considering aftermarket options, choose pads that are Porsche-approved or explicitly listed as OE-equivalent for your model to preserve braking performance and warranty.
In practice, using the approved Porsche pads or reputable OE-equivalent brands helps ensure consistent braking performance, wear characteristics and reliability across your vehicle’s lifetime.
Summary
Porsche does not publish a single brake-pad brand for all vehicles. The brand variety—such as ATE, Textar, Pagid, and Porsche‑branded OE pads—depends on model, year and market, with PCCB systems using their own specialized pads. Always verify the exact part number and fitment for your car through official Porsche catalogs or a dealership to ensure safety and warranty integrity.