Introducing the Porsche Cayenne
Customers expect pure Porsche DNA to be flowing through each and every model in the brand's famous line-up, no matter what the body style may be. That is certainly the case with the Cayenne, which is a large SUV that manages to deliver a sports car driving experience as well as practicality, space and comfort.
Four-wheel drive is standard across the model range, which begins with the Cayenne and ends with the Turbo S E-Hybrid - an extraordinarily powerful model with drastically reduced emissions and fuel consumption.
If your preference is for an ever sportier body shape, then the Cayenne Coupé delivers with its 911 flyline design, adaptive rear spoiler and rear LED taillights.
Design and Practicality
Cayenne is a model that effortlessly blends exciting design with genuine and impressive practicality. With such a purposeful front end design, the sporting intentions of the Cayenne are clear from the moment you set eyes on it.
Interior space is generous and plentiful, while the cargo area is large enough to carry a family of four's luggage for those vacation trips across the continent.
The rear seats can be folded down independently of one another, so you can choose to have one, two or three seats folded flat at any one time, giving you increased luggage room. There are also numerous interior storage features as well as customisation options too, all of which are designed to make your life easier.
Technology and Safety
As is the case with every Porsche model, Cayenne is fitted with all of the latest driver assistance, comfort and safety technologies.
Beginning with the infotainment, the Porsche Communication Management system is one of the best around - a remarkable piece of engineering. The full-HD 12.3 inch touchscreen is a joy to use, and there are even Voice Control and Apple CarPlay options too.
Driver assistance systems include Porsche InnoDrive, which combines adaptive cruise control with speed limit and road gradient recognition software to automatically adjust your travelling speed and gear change strategy for the most comfortable drive possible. Other systems include:
- Head-up Display
- Porsche Dynamic Lighting System Plus (PDLS Plus)
- Night Vision Assist
- ParkAssist including Surround View
Cayenne Models
Cayenne
Acting as the entry-point into the Cayenne range, the Cayenne delivers a useful turn of performance and decent fuel efficiency from its turbocharged 3.0-litre V6 petrol power unit, combined with all-wheel drive and an 8-speed Tiptronic S automatic gearbox.
Technical Specs:
- Power (bhp): 335
- Acceleration (0-62 mph): 6.2 seconds
- Top Speed (mph): 152
- Drive: All-Wheel Drive
- Miles Per Gallon (WLTP): 22.2-24.1
- CO2 (g/km): 265-289
Cayenne E-Hybrid
Drastically reducing fuel consumption and CO2 emissions, the Cayenne E-Hybrid combines a turbocharged 3.0-litre V6 petrol engine with an electric motor to produce excellent power and torque. Fully charged, it can also travel up to 23 miles on electricity alone at speeds of up to 83 mph.
Technical Specs:
- Power (bhp): 456
- Acceleration (0-62 mph): 5.0 seconds
- Top Speed (mph): 157
- Drive: All-Wheel Drive
- Miles Per Gallon (WLTP): 60.1-72.4
- CO2 (g/km): 89-108
Cayenne S
The sports car abilities of the Cayenne are accentuated by the Cayenne S. Its power unit is a twin-turbocharged 2.9-litre V6 for improved power and torque. The 0-62 mph sprint time dips under the 5.0 second mark, provided the car is specified with the optional Sport Chrono package.
Technical Specs:
- Power (bhp): 434
- Acceleration (0-62 mph): 5.2 seconds (4.9 seconds with Sport Chrono Package)
- Top Speed (mph): 164
- Drive: All-Wheel Drive
- Miles Per Gallon (WLTP): 21.9-23.9
- CO2 (g/km): 267-293
Cayenne GTS
Cayenne GTS is more of what you love. The SportDesign package adds to the distinctive look of the Cayenne, while uprated suspension and brakes ensure you can make the most of the power produced by the 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 engine. A GTS-specific sports exhaust system completes the package.
Technical Specs:
- Power (bhp): 454
- Acceleration (0-62 mph): 4.8 seconds (4.5 seconds with Sport Chrono Package)
- Top Speed (mph): 168
- Drive: All-Wheel Drive
- Miles Per Gallon (WLTP): 20.0-21.2
- CO2 (g/km): 301-319
Cayenne Turbo
An uprated 4.0-litre V8 twin-turbo engine delivers a colossal amount of power and torque through all four wheels. The Cayenne Turbo also sports an angular and muscular front apron with enlarged air intakes for improved cooling and a unique aesthetic.
Technical Specs:
- Power (bhp): 542
- Acceleration (0-62 mph): 4.1 seconds
- Top Speed (mph): 177
- Drive: All-Wheel Drive
- Miles Per Gallon (WLTP): 20.2-20.8
- CO2 (g/km): 309-319
Cayenne Turbo S E-Hybrid
The ultimate expression of Porsche E-Performance, the Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid sits at the top of the range. Combining a 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 petrol engine with a powerful electric motor, the power unit produces a combined 671 bhp and 900 Nm of torque.
Technical Specs:
- Power (bhp): 671
- Acceleration (0-62 mph): 3.8 seconds with Sport Chrono Package
- Top Speed (mph): 183
- Drive: All-Wheel Drive
- Miles Per Gallon (WLTP): 52.3-58.9
- CO2 (g/km): 110-122
Test Drive the Porsche Cayenne
If your heart desires a sports car but your head knows you need the practicality of a Sport Utility Vehicle, then the Cayenne and Cayenne Coupé are able to satisfy both requirements. Their unique blend of thrilling driving dynamics and high levels of space and comfort are unmatched in the SUV segment.
To experience the Cayenne model range for yourself, please book a test drive at your preferred Porsche Centre.
