Porsche Cayenne S E-Hybrid plug-in
The 2015 Porsche Cayenne debuts with a few interesting lineup changes. The most radical change is the premiere of the Cayenne S E-Hybrid, a quick, powerful petrol-electric SUV with all-electric driving capabilities. Other updates include modest restyling.
The Cayenne S E-Hybrid trim replaces the standard Cayenne S Hybrid and joins the 918 Spyder and Panamera S E-Hybrid in Porsche's growing plug-in lineup. Porsche calls it the first plug-in hybrid premium SUV. Like the Panamera plug-in, the Cayenne S E-Hybrid packs a 333-hp 3.0-liter supercharged V6 and a 95-hp electric motor. The bigger bodied Cayenne gets a larger 10.8-kWh lithium-ion traction battery to keep the motor buzzing. Total system torque is 435 lb-ft (590 Nm), available between 1,250 and 4,000 rpm.
The Cayenne S E-Hybrid hits 62 mph (100 km/h) in 5.4 seconds and tops out at 151 mph (242 km/h) – 78 mph (125 km/h) when under electric power alone.
The 2015 Cayenne rests on a retuned chassis that Porsche claims offers more comfort while maintaining a high level of sporty response. The body looks about the same as the 2014 Cayenne from afar, but a closer inspection reveals a few updates, including new air blades at the sides of the front-end, a new hood, refashioned front fenders, redesigned lighting, and newly developed tailpipes.
Inside, the new Cayenne gets a new sports steering wheel with paddle shifters based on the wheel of the 918 Spyder. The rear seating is said to be more comfortable and can be outfitted with optional seat ventilation.
The Cayenne S E-Hybrid trim replaces the standard Cayenne S Hybrid and joins the 918 Spyder and Panamera S E-Hybrid in Porsche's growing plug-in lineup. Porsche calls it the first plug-in hybrid premium SUV. Like the Panamera plug-in, the Cayenne S E-Hybrid packs a 333-hp 3.0-liter supercharged V6 and a 95-hp electric motor. The bigger bodied Cayenne gets a larger 10.8-kWh lithium-ion traction battery to keep the motor buzzing. Total system torque is 435 lb-ft (590 Nm), available between 1,250 and 4,000 rpm.
The Cayenne S E-Hybrid hits 62 mph (100 km/h) in 5.4 seconds and tops out at 151 mph (242 km/h) – 78 mph (125 km/h) when under electric power alone.
The 2015 Cayenne rests on a retuned chassis that Porsche claims offers more comfort while maintaining a high level of sporty response. The body looks about the same as the 2014 Cayenne from afar, but a closer inspection reveals a few updates, including new air blades at the sides of the front-end, a new hood, refashioned front fenders, redesigned lighting, and newly developed tailpipes.
Inside, the new Cayenne gets a new sports steering wheel with paddle shifters based on the wheel of the 918 Spyder. The rear seating is said to be more comfortable and can be outfitted with optional seat ventilation.