More Cayenne Details Announced by Porsche

If you think you already got all the information about the 2010 Porsche Cayenne, check this out. You may have missed out a couple since more details were announced in line with the 2010 debut of the Cayenne S Hybrid next year.

  • When it comes to market in 2010, the Cayenne S Hybrid is expected to emit some 20 percent less C02 than comparable combustion engine vehicles with similar power output. Covering a 0-to-100 km/h sprint in just 6.8 seconds, it earns its ‘S’ designation by delivering V8 performance and four-cylinder efficiency, all while complying with the Ultra Low Emission Vehicle II (ULEVII) emission standards.
  • The Cayenne S Hybrid uses a supercharged Audi 3.0-liter V6 engine with Direct Fuel Injection (DFI), 333 horsepower and 324 lb-ft of torque from 2,900 to 5,300 rpm. It is mated with 52-horsepower three-phase synchronous electric motor that produces up to 221 lb-ft of torque and also acts as an alternator, and the combined power units are joined to an eight-speed automatic transmission.
  • Also on board is a 154-lb. no-maintenance 38 kW nickel metal hydride (NiMH) battery. Measuring 13.7″ x 24.9″ x 11.5″, it fits in the spare tire well, thus not compromising luggage capacity. The Cayenne S Hybrid also has electrically driven ancillary components such as the air conditioning compressor and the power steering pump.
  • Porsche expects the Cayenne S Hybrid to consume less than nine liters of fuel per 100 kilometers in the New European Driving Cycle. EPA fuel economy figures are not yet available.

    (Source) Press

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