New Porsche Cayenne set to go on sale in the UK this autumn
By Jamie White – Head of Communications
Porsche has unveiled the new generation of the Cayenne, which boasts a host of new features and improvements, including sharper design and boosted efficiency.
Porsche introduced the first Cayenne generation in 2002, and made the idea of a sports car in the SUV segment a reality – and it set a new benchmark right from the start.
Over 276,000 examples of the first generation Porsche Cayenne were produced between 2002 and 2010, and around 303,000 units of the second generation, which was introduced in 2010, have been produced so far.
On sale now and arriving in Porsche Centres from October 11th, the new generation of the Cayenne will be launched in five versions: Cayenne Diesel, Cayenne S, Cayenne S Diesel, Cayenne Turbo and the Cayenne S E-Hybrid, which makes its world premiere as the first plug-in hybrid in the premium SUV segment.
Numerous individual modifications to the entire drivetrain have enabled all new Cayenne models to consume significantly less fuel, including further advancements of the ‘Auto Stop/Start Plus’ coasting function.
Optimised thermal management has taken another step forward, with active cooling air flaps being used for the first time on the Cayenne, while the design of the front body has been upgraded around the front wheel arches and the bonnet.
The design of the rear lights creates a three-dimensional effect and the brake lights – like the LED daytime running lights up front – feature four distinctive elements. The number plate recess, boot handle and lights are now integrated elegantly into the tailgate. The designers also re-shaped the car’s horizontal lines, giving the vehicle an even fuller stance on the road. The newly-designed exhaust tailpipes are now integrated in the lower rear section.
Inside, designers have devoted much of their effort to the driving environment – the driver now gets a new multi-function sports steering wheel with gear shift paddles as standard, with its look and operation based on the steering wheel design of the 918 Spyder.
Prices for the new Porsche Cayenne will start from £49,902 for the Cayenne Diesel model.
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