2019 Porsche Cayenne – World’s Best SUV...?
Those car fanatics residing in Stuttgart, Germany, otherwise known as Porsche engineers and designers, have brought forth the third generation of that larger-than-a-sports-car SUV, known as the Cayenne.
The bean counters at Porsche are watching this release closely, as the Cayenne has become the bread and butter of the company. The SUV sells in comparatively high numbers and pads the bottom line, allowing those giddy engineers to build insanely good sports cars.
How did they do…?
Visually the new Cayenne is a hit, albeit more evolution
than revolution. Longer, lower and
wider, the proportions and silhouette read more “Porsche” to my eye. Especially the rear of the ute, with subtle
Panamera and 911 queues. The interior has
improved as well, echoing the design and technology of the recently updated Panamera. Interior volume increases for occupants and
luggage alike, with another 3 cubic feet of cargo volume. 
What about the go stuff…?
After all, this is a Porsche. All Cayennes will come with an 8-speed auto
box mated to a variety of powerplants. A
single-turbo V-6 with 340 ponies gets the party started, with a twin-turbo V-6
a step up the ladder putting out 440 horsepower. The edge of insanity arrives one more rung up
said ladder with a twin-turbo 4.0-liter V-8 pounding out 550 asphalt-melting horses. Hybrids will make a showing in the near future,
with both V-6 and V-8 versions. Two
diesel engines have been developed, but Porsche appears to be undecided on
their release, courtesy of the Audi diesel scandal.
Hmmm…
As is de rigueur for all vehicles Porsche, technology bits
are either present or available for a price.
Adjustable suspensions, carbon-ceramic brakes and all-wheel steering can
be had if you write the check. It all
boils down to a highly capable sport utility vehicle. Pricing starts at $65,700.00 and skyrockets
from there, with the Turbo V-8 running a cool $124,600.00.
I say a job well done…!
Cheers!
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