Market introduction
The current generation Porsche Cayenne entered into its third generation at the 2017 Frankfurt Motor Show with the latest Indian update being the 2022 Cayenne Turbo GT that was launched here on 21 July, 2022 . Developed ground-up, the new Cayenne received a new platform, evolutionary design, updated interior, revised powertrain and a whole new equipment list. Porsche’s first SUV also debuts the rear-wheel steering for the first time.
Exterior
The new gen Cayenne seems to have adopted the design language set down by its younger sibling, the Macan. The headlamps are new and get Porsche’s new four-point LED signature. The front bumper consists of horizontal slats with bigger air-intake vents. The silhouette is noticeably sharper with a raked D-pillar to lend the SUV a sportier stance. The length measures at 4,918 mm which is 63 mm longer than the outgoing model. At the rear, the bulbous tail lights are replaced by a new sleek LED taillight design which runs across the rear.
Interior
On the inside, the cabin is fresh with a lot of influence from the Panamera. The offroader also gets the new Porsche Advanced Cockpit integrated with the revised dashboard. The centre console is dominated by a large 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen borrowed from the Panamera as well. The instrument cluster is an analogue tachometer flanked by a seven-inch digital screen on either side. The cabin comes loaded with all the connected features Porsche has on offer. There is a plethora of driving aids as well while the boot space has increased to 770 litres.
Variants
The Porsche Cayenne is available in India across six variants.
Engine and transmission
Under the hood, there are two turbocharged 3.0-litre V6 petrol engines on offer at the moment. The standard Cayenne is powered by the 340bhp/450Nm variant. Meanwhile, the Cayenne S has a 2.9-litre turbocharged V6 under the hood. It generates 440bhp and 550Nm which is 20bhp more than its predecessor. Transmission is an eight-speed Tiptronic S with shorter response times and sportier ratios in the lower gears. The hybrid versions also get a 134bhp/400Nm electric motor.
Seating capacity
The Cayenne can seat five persons.
Rivals
It is a rival for the likes of the Maserati Levante, Mercedes-Benz GLS, Range Rover Velar and the BMW X7.
