The 2018 Porsche Cayenne, the third –generation of the SUV has been revealed.
It’s hard to believe it's been 15 years since the first Cayenne was unveiled. There is no doubt the move to SUVs changed the brand forever and opened it up to a wider audience.
Looking at the images, the new-generation Cayenne doesn’t look far removed from its predecessor. The rear is where the updated model is most noticeable with new rear lights that incorporate a three-dimensional light design.
The new Cayenne is slightly longer, an increase of 63mm takes the total length to 4918mm. Despite the increase, there has been no growth in the wheelbase measurement, it remains at 2895mm. The extra space is found in the boot, the luggage compartment volume is now 770 litres – an increase of 100 litres.
While the Cayenne does its best to stick to Porsche’s design language, its proportions make it difficult.
At launch, the Cayenne and Cayenne S will be available with petrol engines. The first, a 3.0-litre turbo V6 offering 250kW of power and 450Nm of torque that can move the car from zero to 100 km/h in 6.2 seconds (5.9 seconds with the Sport Chrono Package). Porsche claims a top speed of 245km/h.
The second engine, a 2.9-litre V6 engine with twin turbocharging produces 324kW/550Nm and can get you from 0-100km/h in 5.2 seconds (4.9 if the Sport Chrono pack is optioned). With this engine under the hood, the top speed rises to 265km/h.
Both models will be matched with a new eight-speed Tiptronic S automatic transmission that sends power to all four wheels.
Electric rear-axle steering will be available for the first time on a Cayenne, while Porsche’s new three-chamber air suspension can be optioned.
The optional Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control (PDCC) will make the switch from a hydraulic to an electric system. This has been done via a more powerful 48-volt vehicle electrical system that is already in use in other Volkswagen group cars, the Audi Q7 and Bentley Bentagya.
Australian specifications and pricing for the 2018 Porsche Cayenne are still to be finalised. All details are expected early in 2018.
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