Porsche Cayenne 2011 revealed with UAE prices
The 2011 Porsche Cayenne has been revealed. Always popular in this region, the new Porsche Cayenne is certain to turn heads. Power and fuel efficiency has improved in all the models.
Looking at the engine specs, the entry model Cayenne gets a 300 hp 3.6-litre V6 engine. The Cayenne S gets a 400 hp 4.8-litre V8 engine, which is 15 more than the previous model, whereas the Turbo S, with its 4.8-litre V8 with twin-turbochargers produces 500 hp. A hybrid model, the Cayenne Hybrid, is fitted with a 3.0-litre supercharged engine and electric motor, producing 380 hp and an excessive 578 Nm of torque. There is also a 236 hp Cayenne D with a 3.0-litre turbodiesel V6, possibly available here by special order.
The new Cayenne has a 48 mm longer wheelbase than its predecessor. Also interior space has increased, allowing the rear seat to slide back and forth by 160 mm. The interior has greatly improved, looking a lot like the Panamera cabin.
All the models get a new 8-speed Tiptronic S automatic transmission and an Automatic Start-Stop function, which was first introduced in the Panamera. These new additions contribute to the improvements in fuel economy and performance. The Cayenne is said to be 20% more fuel efficient than the previous model, whereas it has improved by 23% on the Cayenne S, which is 181 kg lighter than the 2010 model, and also the same with the Cayenne Turbo.
The Cayenne claims to be a capable off-roader, with random footage of desert-testing in Dubai. But with no low-range gearing offered any more, we wouldn’t hold our breath.
GCC prices we skimmed off the net say Dhs 242,000 for the base Cayenne, Dhs 248,000 for the Cayenne Diesel, Dhs 290,000 for the Cayenne S, Dhs 309,000 for the Cayenne Hybrid, and Dhs 475,000 for the Cayenne Turbo. Options can add more than Dhs 100,000 to the base prices.
The 2011 Porsche Cayenne should be hitting showrooms in the UAE and elsewhere by June 2010, ready to become as common as the Corolla on the streets of Dubai and Abu Dhabi. To get the latest specs and updates, check out the Porsche Cayenne buyer guide.
Comments
Akif A.
Exotica, I like the changes the’ve made.
But no low range gear?!! >:o(
Akif A.
Exotic this baby is. Sad no low range.
Akif A.
^ Repeat
ivan
The rear is so damn ugly! I like it overall though. 🙂
Asad
^ Hmm.. So damn ugly, yet so popular, whats your secret Porsche?!
mani
what about gts?? any change?
batman
its become similar to hyundai santafe from the rear and its the same engine of the last model
s3oodi
LOVE IT, its a panamera SUV, its a piece of art !!!!!
Hamid
Front hasn’t changed much and the back looks like a cross between Hyundai Santa Fe and Lexus RX (leaning more toward Hyundai Santa Fe).
The only “head turning” I expect is to stair at the rear of the car and say “is this Porsche?”
I like the car spec but not the design.
laura
why would anyone want a low range gear in it… !!!!!!!!!!!!
ROJ
For those who say it looks like a Hyundai, I can stick a Porsche badge on cow dung and it will still sell in this market… Cuz its a Porsche!!
JEAN MOURAD
it s a porsche end of the day. but the old model it can talk. the new cayenne it look like woman has a plastic surgery all woman look the same..
Amruth
The new Porsche Cayenne looks fantastic! Both the interior as well as the exterior have got impresive changes! 🙂
Amruth
It is impressive!
marc
any news available yet when exactly the facelifted Cayenne will be offered here in the UAE?
For Europe, some dates have been released..
cheers, m