At a Glance
| Pricing | $44,600 - $123,600 |
|---|---|
| Drive Types | AWD |
| Engines | V6 (290-bhp), V8 (385-bhp), V8 (405-bhp), V8 (500-bhp), V8 (550-bhp) |
| Transmissions | A6, M6 |
| Fuel Economy | 11-14 (city), 17-20 (highway) |
| On Sale | July 14, 2008 |
Our Ratings
| Velocity Index | 63 |
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Decried by the purists, the Cayenne is a huge success for Porsche.
Overview Information
The Cayenne is a vehicle that many Porsche purists feel shouldn't exist. While the thought of a Porsche-badged SUV may have turned stomachs, it has been turning heads and turning in sales and profits for Porsche. The Cayenne range starts at just over $40,000 for a V6 model. Performance builds with sharp increases in price to the range-topping Turbo S model. The twin-turbocharged Turbo S makes 550hp, but bumps the sticker price well over $100k. This earns the Cayenne the dubious distinction of having one of the highest price spreads in the market. No matter which model you choose, the Cayenne is a solid SUV, capable of on and off-road performance.
What Changed:
The Turbo S rejoins the lineup. The twin-turbo V8 in the Turbo S is rated at 550-bhp, an increase of 50 horsepower over the Turbo model. The Turbo S wears 21-inch wheels shod with 295/35R21 tires.
Official Word:
The new 2009 Cayenne Turbo S is Porsche's response to the enormous demand, especially in the emerging markets of Eastern Europe and Asia, for premium brand vehicles with exclusive heritage and performance. With a 4.8 liter twin turbocharged V8 engine that delivers 550 hp, this latest Porsche SUV is the most powerful Cayenne ever produced. Remarkably, even with a 10% horsepower increase over the Cayenne Turbo, the new Cayenne Turbo S shares the identical mileage figures...Read.
| Model/Trim | Eng. | Trans. | Velocity Index | Base Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cayenne | 3.6l V6 (290-bhp) | A6 | AWD | 46 | TBD |
| Cayenne | 3.6l V6 (290-bhp) | M6 | AWD | 50 | $44,600 |
| Cayenne S | 4.8l V8 (385-bhp) | A6 | AWD | 56 | $59,400 |
| Cayenne GTS | 4.8l V8 (405-bhp) | A6 | AWD | 59 | TBD |
| Cayenne GTS | 4.8l V8 (405-bhp) | M6 | AWD | 63 | $70,900 |
| Cayenne Turbo | 4.8l V8 (500-bhp) | A6 | AWD | 54 | $97,700 |
| Cayenne Turbo S | 4.8l V8 (550-bhp) | A6 | AWD | 61 | $123,600 |
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