Hot on the heels of the countless unveilings and premieres at this year’s New York Auto Show, Porsche has announced that the 2012 Cayenne and Panameras will be tweaked and $300-1300 more expensive than the 2011 versions.
The Cayenne S Hybrid will benefit from an improved management system that engages the electric motor directly on start-up and at low speeds. Before, this was only possible when the ideal operating temperature was achieved, i.e. after a few minutes.
The Turbo variant will feature an available performance package including two new turbochargers and enhanced electronics. Output will be boosted from 500 to 540 hp, the 0-100 km/h dash will be 0.1 second quicker (4.6) and the top speed will increase to 281 km/h. Larger 420-mm front brake discs have also been added.
Several options will be available:
The Cayenne S Hybrid will benefit from an improved management system that engages the electric motor directly on start-up and at low speeds. Before, this was only possible when the ideal operating temperature was achieved, i.e. after a few minutes.
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| Porsche Cayenne S Hybrid (Photo: Porsche) |
The Turbo variant will feature an available performance package including two new turbochargers and enhanced electronics. Output will be boosted from 500 to 540 hp, the 0-100 km/h dash will be 0.1 second quicker (4.6) and the top speed will increase to 281 km/h. Larger 420-mm front brake discs have also been added.
Several options will be available:
- SportDesign package including painted wheel arch extensions for a more aggressive look
- Bi-Xenon headlamps with black housings
- Quad sport exhaust tips
- Tinted LED taillamps
- Decorative stitching and wood/leather accents