Video: Porsche Cayenne GTS Going Sideways

An all-wheel-drive heavyweight beast like the Porsche Cayenne GTS isn’t exactly the ideal choice for someone wanting to go sideways on a race track. However as you can see in the video after the jump, this particular driver did a pretty impressive job in throwing the Cayenne GTS’ 2,225 kg or 4,906 lb around the track’s corners. -Continued

Via: Motorpasion

Porsche Says Nein to U.S. Production of Cayenne

Porsche officials have denied media reports concerning the production of its current generation Cayenne SUV in North America in the event that the VW Group goes ahead and builds a new U.S. factory. The German sports carmaker’s spokesman Albrecht Bamler told Automotive news that it would not make an economical sense to build the Cayenne in the U.S. because suppliers that provide components for the liuxury SUV are located in Europe. -Continued

Balmer also noted that his company is covered from the financial effects of the weak dollar through currency hedging until 2013. As for the next generation Cayenne which was also reported to be built in the U.S., Balmer said that the launch of the new generation SUV is way too far in the future for him to comment on.

Via: ANE

550Hp Porsche Cayenne Turbo S Unveiled in Beijing

Porsche selected the Beijing Show to unwrap the most powerful edition of its Cayenne SUV model up to date. The top-of-the-range Cayenne Turbo S benefits from a modified exhaust system and improvements in engine control that help boost the standard Cayenne Turbo’s 4.8-liter V8’s output from 500 Hp to 550 Hp while there has also been an increase in maximum torque by 50 Nm to 750 Nm. -Continued

The Cayenne Turbo S accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 4.8 seconds (standard Turbo: 5.1 sec) and its top speed is 280 km/h or 174 mph. According to Porsche, despite the fact that the new Turbo S is faster and more powerful than the regular Turbo model, the fuel efficiency figures for the Turbo S are exactly the same as those for the Cayenne Turbo.

In addition to the performance improvements, from the outside, the Turbo S is distinguished by its 21 inch SportPlus alloy wheels housed within its painted wheel arches and by a sports exhaust system with four tail pipes made from aluminum investment casting. The air intake grills and wheel arches are painted the same color as the car body.

Inside, the new Cayenne top-of-the range Turbo S gets front sports seat with Comfort Memory Package, rear seating with individual seat contours, aluminum door panels showing the name plate together with leather upholstery in two exclusive dual-color combinations (black / Havana and black / steel gray) plus a leather steering wheel with padded center.

The Turbo S will be introduced into the market as from August 2008. The international basis price is EUR 111,400 or $175,000. On a side-note, the Turbo S, as with the rest of the revised Cayenne range will be offered with Porsche’s optional Ceramic Composite Brake. The front axle ceramic disks are 410 mm in diameter, whereas the rear axle disks are 370 mm in diameter. Deceleration takes place via six-piston calipers at the front and four-piston calipers at the rear

Technical data

Engine: V8 with two parallel exhaust turbo loaders
Fuel injection: direct fuel injection (DFI)
Displacement: 4,806 cm3 (293.3 cu in)
Bore: 96 mm (3.78 in)
Stroke: 83 mm (3.27 in)
Compression ratio: 10.5:1
Max. power output: 404 kW (550 hp) at 6,000 rpm
Max. torque: 750 Nm from 2,250 rpm to 4,500 rpm

Gearbox: Six-speed Tiptronic S converter automatic
Transmission: Permanent all-wheel drive Porsche Traction Management (PTM) with transfer gearshift
All-wheel moment distribution: 38 % : 62 %
(Basic distribution front/rear)

Chassis: Independent suspension – front: via large basis double wishbones; rear: multi-link suspension; air suspension with suspension leveling and ride-height control, including Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) and Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control (PDCC)
Brakes: Front: six-piston aluminum monoblock fixed caliper brakes together with two-part internally ventilated brake disks with diameter of 380 mm; rear: four-piston aluminum monoblock brake disks together with internally ventilated brake disks with diameter of 358 mm
Wheels: 10 J x 21
Tires: 295/35 R 21
Steering: Servotronic speed-sensitive power steering
basic weight: 2,355 kg (DIN)
Permissible total weight: 3,080 kg

Acceleration: 0-100 km/h in 4.8 sec, 0-60 mph in 4.7 sec
Max. speed: 280 km/h (174.0 mph)

Fuel consumption: 14.9 l/100 km (combined, as per NEFZ), 18.1 mpg (combined)
Emissions: C02 358 g/km (combined)
Pollutant class: EURO 4

Porsche Recalling ’08MY Cayenne V6 in the States

German sports car manufacturer Porsche has announced that it will recall 5,573 2008 MY Cayenne SUVs equipped with the V6 engine due to a problem with the fuel line. In particular, the fuel line in the plenum panel area may make contact with the rear engine compartment cover. Relative movements of the engine may cause knocking noises and chafing on the fuel line that could leak and result to a fire in the presence of an ignition source. Porsche dealers will reroute the fuel line and install an additional spacer ring free of charge. Cayenne owners can contact Porsche USA at 1-800-767-7243 for more info.

Kids Play: Porsche Cayenne EV

Even if you might never be able to buy a Porsche Cayenne for yourself, there’s no reason that you shouldn’t get one for your kid. This electric-powered Porsche Cayenne is suitable for kids from 3 to 5 years of age and it features a top speed of 5 km/h or 3 mph which about enough to break that glass table in the middle of the living room. Prices are set at 220 GBP or 438 USD / 290 Euros.

Via: Motorpasion

Porsche: 200,000th Cayenne Rolls off Assembly Line

Approximately five years after the introduction of the Cayenne, German sports car manufacture Porsche is celebrating the production of the 200,000th SUV. The jubilee model, a red Cayenne GTS with 405 PS V8 engine, will be delivered to a customer in the Middle East. According to official Porsche data, sales of the facelifted Cayenne (launched in February 2007) during the second half of 2007 have risen to approximately 20,340 vehicles, doubling the equivalent figure for the previous year. The USA remains the most important market for the Cayenne, with about 30 per cent of vehicles being sold there.

Video: Porsche USA Cayenne GTS Commercial

In this all-new commercial that hasn’t aired on TV yet, Porsche USA attempts to show us that the Cayenne GTS exhibits a heritage of race-bred engineering, despite being, well, an SUV. Whatev. The Cayenne GTS, which made its premier at the Frankfurt Show last year, is practically a supped up version of the Cayenne S equipped with a 405 HP 4.8-liter V8, a Turbo bodykit and Porsche’s electronically controlled damping system, Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM). -Follow the jump for the ad

Porsche Cayenne Accident: How The Heck Did This Happen?

Our friend Daniel from the Spanish car blog Motorpasion posted this picture of a Porsche Cayenne that looks like it got its wheels (and plenty of other mechanical elements) shaved off after a close encounter with the chain between the two poles. There are no details to as how or where the accident happened but we’ve never seen something like this before.

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LA Show: Porsche Brings Cayenne Hybrid & 1900 Electric-Drive Lohner-Porsche

Porsche is attempting to show its eco-friendly side at the upcoming 2007 L.A. Show on November 16, with the first appearance of the Cayenne Hybrid in America. Featuring a full-hybrid design where the hybrid module (clutch and electric motor) is positioned between the 3.6-liter V6 petrol engine and the transmission, the Cayenne Hybrid consumes less than 9 litres / 100 km (approximately 26mpg). Comparatively, the standard Cayenne 3.6 V6 has an avg. fuel consumption of 12.9 litres / 100km (18.2mpg). Porsche intends to put the Cayenne Hybrid into production before the end of the decade. -Continued

Alongside the eco-friendly Cayenne, Porsche will display the electric-drive Lohner-Porsche from the year 1900. Considered as one of the world’s first zero emission vehicles, the Lohner-Porsche is equipped with electric motors in the wheel hubs and its the first time that it is shown at an auto show outside Europe.

The Los Angeles Auto Show will also host the North American of the new Porsche GT2 (video - click here). Equipped with a 530 Hp biturbo engine, the GT2 is the fastest production-911 of all times and it will be available as of February 2008 in the USA at a retail price of US$ 191,700.

2008 Porsche Cayenne: Techart Aerodynamic Kit I

Alongside the Cayenne based Magnum, Techart also introduced a more subtle variation of the Porsche SUV at the Frankfurt Show last week. Dubbed “Aerodynamic Kit I”, the sport package consists of a front spoiler, sill panels and a rear diffuser. In terms of tyres and rims, Techart offers a wide variety of options ranging from Formula I rims in 10x20 ET 55 with 295/40 ZR 20 or 10x22 ET 55 with 295/30 ZR 22 on front and rear axles through to Formula II light metal rims in the dimensions 10.5Jx22. Techart also provides the option of lowering the Cayenne’s chassis by 30mm 1.2-inches.The entire adjustment range from the load level to the special terrain level is roughly 110mm or 4.3-inches. -Continued after the jump

If you’re willing to put your hands deep down in your pocket the Cayenne Turbo can be ordered with a performance upgrade of up to 620 hp which. In this case, a carbon cover and individually modified painting of various engine parts round off the engine optic package

If you continue digging a bit deeper in your pocket, Techart will also equip the interior of your Cayenne with a range of exclusive accessories that include ergonomically formed sports steering wheels, art multimedia systems, carbon applications for the cockpit in various colour optionsand full leather fittings in all conceivable colours and upholstery designs.

TECHNICAL DATA

TECHART SUV on the basis of the Cayenne from mod. 2008

Aerodynamics:

TECHART SUV aerodynamic kit I (front spoiler, sill panel, rear diffuser) in first fit quality, made of PUR-RIM plastic.

Continuation of the dynamic line of the Cayenne Facelift

Tyres:

Formula I rims in 10x22 ET 55 with 295/30 ZR22 on front and rear axle or, as maximum version, TECHART Formula II light metal rims in the dimensions 10.5Jx22.

As optimum tyres for the Formula II rims, ContiCrossContact UHP

tyres in the sizes 295/30 ZR 22 were selected, certified on the Cayenne up to a maximum speed of 300 km/h. This means that the SUV is also prepared for engine tuning for the Cayenne Turbo, which in its strongest version is developed for up to 620 hp / 456 KW.

Chassis:

Fitting of the air suspension with the TECHART Sport Module means that the chassis is lowered by an entire 30 millimetres; accordingly, there is no hindrance to use in sporting on-road situations. The entire setting range from the lowest level (load level) up to the highest level (special terrain level) covers around 110 millimetres.

Engine tuning/enhancement:

Performance kits up to 456 KW / 620 hp

Engine optics package (carbon panelling and various engine parts painted)
Sport exhaust systems

Interior:

From the sports steering wheel through to complete leather fittings by de Sede

State of the art multimedia-systems

Frankfurt Review: Hamann Porsche Cayenne "Cyclone"

We’re in the process of wrapping up our Frankfurt Show coverage with the presentation of a few models that we haven’t shown you yet and the Hamann Porsche Cayenne Cyclone belongs to this category. A picture is worth a thousand words and the Cyclone definitely speaks for itself with its vulgar looks. There are no mechanical changes as the Cyclone sport pack consists only of a full, wide body aerodynamic kit and optional 22 and 23-inch alloy wheels. If you follow the jump, you can check out our high-res image gallery along with the official press release and additionally, if you’re interested, the price list which we snapped with our camera at the Frankfurt Show. -Click “Read More…” below

The HAMANN Porsche Cayenne “Cyclone”

• · Extensive wide body aerodynamic component kit “Cyclone” designed by HAMANN
• · HAMANN-Daytime running lights for better safety
• · 22“ and 23“ alloy wheels ANNIVERSARY II and EDITION RACE available

The Porsche Cayenne enjoys great popularity with the customers. No wonder, since the noble SUV combines power and design. HAMANN MOTORSPORT in Laupheim offers various modifications for Porsche Cayenne to refine it and to make it more individual. The most obvious alteration is the shapely and mighty envelopment. Fitted with the HAMANN wide body-kit the Cayenne becomes the “Cyclone”!

A true HAMANN without aerodynamical conversion is inconceivable. Even more so, when the vehicle in question is a Power SUV like the Cayenne. Brandnew is the HAMANN wide body-kit, which make the Cayenne appear even more imposing. Fitted with this kit, the Cayenne may call itself „Cyclone“ .

The front view presents itself in an unmistakable optical characteristic. The specialists in Laupheim designed a front spoiler with two integrated LED-daytime running lights and fog lamps each. By offering the LED daytime running lights HAMANN makes a valuable safety contribution. Three high performance-LEDs and 250 reflectors lead to a better signal aspect. Their lucent white signal light is highly visible even at daytime and warns oncoming traffic fast and efficiently, which in case of emergency leads to better reaction time. Further advantage: LEDs beat normal H7-bulbs in terms of durability because they can be used 30 times longer. Additionally, they lead to less fuel consumption which is a result of their better energy-efficiency.

But even with switched off LED´s the „Cyclone“ is a flashily-dressed giant. The front and rear extended wheel arches give the Cayenne an absolutely powerful. The back also demonstrates individual power: roof spoiler and rear-facing panel with integrated diffuser and cut-out for the HAMANN 4-pipe sports competition silencer. The tail lights with four individual light fixtures are real eye-catchers.

Corresponding to the performance and in order to provide suitable optical characteristics, HAMANN offers a lowering system for all vehicles with pneumatic shock absorption. The vehicle is thus lowered in front and rear by approx. 35 millimetres. Of course, the vehicle thus reacts distinctly more accurately to the steering system and offers pure driving pleasure.

The specifically developed HAMANN brake system for the front axle with slotted and ventilated brake discs sized 380 x 34 millimetres, aluminium disc chamber, sports brake linings and steelflex brake pipes. The eight-piston fixed calliper disc brakes in silver complete the system and apply a powerful grip. At the rear axle an four-piston brake system with slotted and ventilated brake discs sized 380x28mm plus the same hardware as above support the system working at the front.

Optimal contact with the road is guaranteed by the HAMANN light-alloy wheels ANNIVERSARY II for 22 inch tyres. The multi-part aluminium wheel in multi-spoke design is available in the dimensions 10.5 J x 22 inches for front and rear axle. If you prefer it a size larger, you can also have the size 11.5 J x 22 inches for the rear axle, but then only in combination with the flared wheel arches. The silver ANNIVERSARY II with high gloss polished rim flange is fitted with tyres in 295/30 ZR 22 (front) and 315/30 ZR 22 (rear).

The appearance of the three-piece, ultra light forged wheels EDITION RACE in crossing spoke design and black wheel spider is identified through its nine main spokes double-attached, branching and continually double-crossing towards the outside rim. Its stirring design becomes particularly noticeable through Titan studs. The high-polished flange is icing on the cake to complete this luxurious look. The wheel EDITION RACE comes in an impressive 11x23” with tyres 315/25 R23.

HAMANN equips the “Cyclone” with high performance tires from technology partners HANKOOK.

Sound tuning – with some additional horse power produced at the same time – is accomplished by HAMANN with its sports exhaust systems. Sports headers and sports metal catalytic converters including connecting pipes for the HAMANN 4-pipe-sports rear silencer made from stainless steel, evoke thoughts of a raging cyclone closing in!

As in all HAMANN models, there are no limits to the customer’s requirements in respect of the passenger compartment. Can’t be done? – that’s not true! An absolute must is the pedal set including aluminium foot rest. Of course, the exclusive pearl velours floor mats with the silver, embroidered HAMANN logo are also indispensable. A three spoke airbag-equipped sports steering wheel connects the driver even better to his vehicle. Additional motorsports atmosphere provides the 36-piece carbon coated interior-set. Passengers preferably never want to get out of the „Cyclon“, when HAMANN fits out the passenger compartment with its „Twotone Snake“ full leather equipment. There really isn´t much room left for more precious interior! As always, HAMANN applies the rule „nothing is impossible“. Every Cayenne is customized according to each customer’s specific requests, for example with extensive multimedia conversions.

Video: 2008 Porsche Cayenne GTS

Porsche was quick to let out a promo video of the 2008 Cayenne GTS that will go on sale next February. Powered by a slightly supped up version of the Cayenne S’ 4.8-liter V8 which now delivers an extra 20 Hp, the 405 Hp GTS gets from 0 to 100 km/h (62 mph) in 6,1 sec. You can check all the details by clicking here else just follow the jump to see the video.-Continued

Via: Motorpasion , Source: Porsche

Frankfurt Show: 2008 Porsche Cayenne GTS

Porsche is enhancing its recently facelifted Cayenne model with the addition of a GTS version. The Cayenne GTS is basically a Cayenne S with a tuned 4.8-liter V8 and a Cayenne Turbo bodykit along with Porsche’s electronically controlled damping system, Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM. Notably this is the first Cayenne to feature PASM. -Click "Read More..." below

The 4.8L V8 pumps out 405bhp (298 kW) @ 6,500 rpm – 20bhp more than in the S while maximum torque remains unchanged at 500Nm @ 3,500 rpm. Available with Tiptronic or six-speed manual gearbox featuring a shorter axle drive ratio than the S (4.1:1 as opposed to 3.55:1), the GTS sprints from 0 to 100km/h in 6.1 sec, 0.5 sec faster than the S. Sales will start in February 2008 with prices kicking off at 76,725 Euros or $ 105,900 in Germany and $69,300 or 50,595 Euros in the US.

Via: Autoblog.it , Source: Porsche

Press Release New Porsche Cayenne GTS now even more powerful

Stuttgart. With the new Cayenne GTS, Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG of Stuttgart, Germany, is reiterating the successful Cayenne series’ prominence in the sporty SUV segment. The model, which celebrates its world debut at the IAA in Frankfurt, features an enhanced 4.8-liter V8, has been lowered by 24 millimeters and has a specially developed chassis: it is the first Cayenne to feature the electronically controlled damping system, Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM), with steel springs. This combination was previously reserved exclusively for Porsche sports cars.

The 4.8-liter engine with direct gasoline fuel injection (DFI) in the Cayenne GTS yields 405bhp (298 kW) at 6,500 revolutions per minute – 20bhp more than in the Cayenne S. Maximum torque remains unchanged at 500Nm at 3,500 revolutions per minute.

This, the sportiest of Porsche SUVs, comes as standard with a six-speed manual gearbox and a shorter axle drive ratio than the Cayenne S (4.1:1 as opposed to 3.55:1). The Cayenne GTS can thus accelerate from zero to 100km/h in just 6.1 seconds, precisely 0.5 seconds quicker than the Cayenne S.

The Cayenne GTS is fitted with Porsche Traction Management (PTM) permanent all-wheel drive and the adaptive PASM chassis as standard. As well as optional air suspension, the Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control (PDCC) active anti-roll system is available to enhance handling and ride comfort. Newly developed 12-way sports seats and a leather-Alcantara mix emphasize the sporty interior.

The new Cayenne GTS is instantly recognizable: the front and rear look the same as the Cayenne Turbo, and the striking 14mm wheel-arch enlargements offer plenty of space for the standard 21-inch alloy rims with 295/35 R21 tires. Two new colors have also been reserved exclusively for the GTS: GTS Red and Nordic Gold Metallic.

The new Cayenne model with Tiptronic S transmission has an average consumption of 13.9 liters/100 km in accordance with EU standards. Global dispatch will start in February 2008. In Germany it will cost 76,725 Euros including 19 percent VAT and country-specific requirements; the base price is 64,300 Euros. The base price for the USA (MSRP USA) is US $69,300.