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Porsche Cayenne 958 (2010-…)

Date of unveil by Porsche AG:: February 25, 2010, Turbo S October 12, 2012
Date and place of world premiere:: March 2, 2010 at Geneva Motor Show
Date of world-wide market launch:: May 8, 2010, Turbo S January 2013

Technical specification

Modification	Gearbox	Engine	kW	lb-ft	Nm	0-60 mph	0-100 km/h	mph	km/h	kg	lbs	W/lbs	W/kg
Cayenne 958 Diesel V6 176kW	Tiptronic 8-speed	3.0V6 TDI	176	404	550	7.6 sec.	7.8 sec.	135	218	2100	4630	38	84
Cayenne 958 Diesel V6 180kW	Tiptronic 8-speed	3.0V6 TDI	180	404	550	7.2 sec.	7.6 sec.	137	220	2080	4586	39	87
Cayenne 958 Diesel S	Tiptronic 8-speed	4.2V8 TDI	281	625	850	5.4 sec.	5.7 sec.	157	252	2195	4839	58	128
Cayenne 958 V6	manual 6-speed	3.6V6	220	294	400	7.1 sec.	7.5 sec.	143	230	1995	4398	50	110
	Tiptronic 8-speed	3.6V6	220	294	400	7.4 sec.	7.8 sec.	143	230	2030	4475	49	108
Cayenne 958 Hybrid	Tiptronic 8-speed	3.0V6SC 245kW 440Nm + el.motor 34kW 300Nm	279	426	580	6.1 sec.	6.5 sec.	150	242	2240	4938	57	124
Cayenne 958 S	Tiptronic 8-speed	4.8V8	294	368	500	5.6 sec.	5.9 sec.	160	258	2065	4553	65	142
Cayenne 958 GTS	Tiptronic 8-speed	4.8V8	309	379	515	5.4 sec.	5.7 sec.	162	261	2060	4541	68	150
Cayenne 958 Turbo	Tiptronic 8-speed	4.8V8 bi-turbo	368	515	700	4.4 sec.	4.7 sec.	173	278	2170	4784	77	170
Cayenne 958 Turbo X80/E81 WLS	Tiptronic 8-speed	4.8V8 bi-turbo	397	551	750	4.3 sec.	4.6 sec.	175	281	*2170	*4784	*83	*183
Cayenne 958 Turbo S	Tiptronic 8-speed	4.8V8 bi-turbo	405	551	750	4.3 sec.	4.5 sec.	176	283	2215	4883	83	183

* to be confirmed

Porsche 958

The prototype of the original Cayenne is Porsche Type 948, the original Cayenne is 955 (2002-2007) and its facelift model is the 957 (2007-2010). This Cayenne model has an internal number of 958 and for Porsche enthusiasts this Cayenne is simply a Porsche 958.

No PDK

Browsing the technical data you are probably surprised that the automatic gearbox is still a Tiptronic (although a new version, with 8 speeds) and not a PDK. It remains a mystery why the PDK is not an option, while being available for other Porsches.

Weight

The greatest news about the Cayenne 958 is that it was sent to Weightwatchers and it returned with very good results. On the Cayenne S the weight is down for example by 180 kg / 397 lbs. The weight reduction clearly has very positive effects on performance and handling, but also on fuel consumption. Thanks to lower weight and the 8-speed gearbox, the 958 models consume about 20% less fuel than 957 models.

Size

958 looks smaller than 957 because of its more sleek design, but it really is 4.8 cm / 1.9" longer. The wheelbase was extended by 4 cm / 1.6". These numbers make the weight loss look even more impressive.

Powerplants

The Cayenne V6 has the VW engine and the Diesel and Hybrid have Audi engines. Only Cayenne S, GTS and Turbo have Porsche engines. These V8 engines are built at the Porsche factory in Stuttgart and shipped to Leipzig. Cayenne bodies and interiors are assembled in VW factory in Slovakia. Then they are sent to Leipzig, where the powertrain is installed. And the “Made in Germany” label as well.

Hybrid or S?

Cayenne Hybrid costs much more than Cayenne S. That means an average Cayenne driver already buys his next car before the old Hybrid starts saving money. The main downside with the Hybrid is that it weighs 185 kg / 408 lbs more than the S - so the S has better acceleration, better braking and most importantly better handling. Cayenne Hybrid has an Audi engine - why would you like your “Porsche” that is already built at the VW factory, to have an Audi engine with less power and higher price? The Hybrid batteries have 2 year warranty and you don’t want to know the cost of changing the battery pack. So the more sensible choice is definetely the Cayenne S. Or even better, the GTS.

GTS

GTS is a Cayenne S + 15 kW + Turbo look. The GTS has lowered suspension: 2.4 cm / 0.9" closer to the ground with steel springs and 2.0 cm / 0.8" with air suspension. Additional power comes from the sports exhaust system and modified DME. In addition to power increase, the GTS has shorter drive ratio that further enhances the car’s agility. The GTS is available in two exclusive special colours: Carmine Red or Peridot Metallic. And it has its own optional alcantara interior, not available for other models. Sports seats come as standard.

Turbo S

Turbo S is basically a highly loaded version of the Cayenne Turbo. Turbo S has the following equipment as standard which is optional for the Cayenne Turbo:
* Powerkit
* PDCC Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control
* PTV Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus (operates with torque vectoring at the rear wheels together with an electronically controlled rear differential lock)
* Sport Chrono package
* 21" wheels
* Carbon interior package
For the Turbo S the interior is available in black/red and black/beige combinations.

Frontend design of Cayenne Diesel, V6, Hybrid and S © Porsche AG

The frontend of the 958 looks very good - well done, Porsche. © Porsche AG

The design of the rear has not been received very well. © Porsche AG

The rear lamps look much better in the dark © Porsche AG

Optional Lane Change Assist monitors the area to the side behind the vehicle (the blind area at the rear quarter) and alerts the driver by means of of the visual warning signal in the mirror © Porsche AG

The GTS’ optional special interior is available with Carmine Red or Peridot Green contrast on black leather. It includes ‘GTS’ logos on the head restraints, seat belts and decorative seams in red or green. © Porsche AG

Proper gear lever for the Porsche. Unfortunately only the 958 V6 is available with the manual gearbox. In the previous Cayenne also the S-version was available with the manual transmission. Unfortunately the Turbo was never available with manual, as a lot of true enthusiasts would really love a Turbo with a manual gearbox. © Porsche AG

The rear seats move individually fore-and-aft and the backrest angle is adjustable © Porsche AG

18" Cayenne wheel	18" Cayenne S III wheel	19" Cayenne Turbo wheel
19" Cayenne Design II wheel	20" Cayenne Sport Design II wheel	20" RS Spyder wheel
21" 911 Turbo wheel	21" Sport Edition wheel	21" Sport Edition wheel painted


Diesel, V6	Hybrid, S	GTS, Turbo	PCCB (not suitable for offroad)

Cayenne Hybrid. The idea of saving fuel with cars which are meant as transport is great, but the core essence of Porsche should still be a true sports car – not for just getting from A to B, but having fun while doing that. © Porsche AG

June 29, 2012: 500.000th car built at the Porsche Leipzig factory. Final assembly of Cayennes was started in Leipzig in 2002, production of Carrera GT's in 2003 and production of Panameras in 2009. © Porsche AG

Cayenne S rescue car presented to city of Leipzig © Porsche AG

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