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Porsche Cayenne III (facelift 2023) 3.0 V6 (353 Hp) Tiptronic S
Overall Rating
Porsche Cayenne:
The Porsche Cayenne is a series of automobiles manufactured by the German company Porsche since 2002. It is a luxury crossover SUV, and has been described as both a full-sized and a mid-sized vehicle. The first generation was known within Porsche as the Type 9PA or E1. It was the first V8-engined vehicle built by Porsche since 1995, when the Porsche 928 was discontinued. It is also Porsche's first off-road variant vehicle since its Super and Junior tractors of the 1950s, as well as the first production Porsche with four doors. Since 2014, the Cayenne has been sold alongside a smaller Porsche SUV, the Macan....(Read more on Wikipedia)
III (facelift 2023) Overview:
Porsche Cayenne (III (facelift 2023)). With 500 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2055 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 6 s). The top speed reaches 248 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
3.0 V6 (353 Hp) Tiptronic S Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Provides ample power for most driving scenarios, offering smooth and confident acceleration for a luxury SUV.
Fuel Economy
Reasonable fuel economy for its class, making it a more practical choice for daily use than the V8s.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional driving dynamics for an SUV
- • Luxurious and high-quality interior
- • Wide range of powerful and efficient engine options, including hybrids
- • Advanced technology and infotainment system
- • Comfortable ride with adaptive air suspension
Cons:
- • High purchase price and expensive options
- • Fuel consumption can be high for V8 models
- • Potentially high maintenance and running costs
- • Large size can be challenging in tight urban spaces
- • Rear cargo space, while good, is not class-leading
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III (facelift 2023): August, 2023 - ).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Porsche |
| Model: | Cayenne |
| Generation: | III (facelift 2023) |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.0 V6 (353 Hp) Tiptronic S |
| Start of production: | July, 2023 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 353 Hp @ 5400-6400 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 117.9 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 500 Nm @ 1450-4500 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 2995 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 84.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 89 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 11.2:1 |
| Maximum engine speed: | 6500 rpm. |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Combined fuel consumption (WLTP): | 10.8-12.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption at Low speed (WLTP): | 15.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption at Medium speed (WLTP): | 10.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption at high speed (WLTP): | 9.1 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption at very high speed (WLTP): | 10.6 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6d-ISC-FCM |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 6 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 6 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 248 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 5.8 kg/Hp, 171.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.1 kg/Nm, 243.3 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 200 km/h: | 24.0 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 5.7 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2055 |
| Max. weight: | 2835 |
| Max. roof load: | 100 kg |
| Max load: | 780 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1708 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 772 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 3500 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 75 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 140 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 17.2° |
| Wading depth: | 475 mm |
| Length: | 4930 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1983 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1698 mm mm [13mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2895 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2194 mm |
| Front track: | 1676 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1653 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 193 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.2 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 23.9° |
| Departure angle: | 21° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives permanently the four wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 8 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | Tiptronic S |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 360x36 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 330x28 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | Front wheel tires: 255/55 ZR20 |
| Wheel rims size | Front wheel rims: 9J x 20 |
| Front suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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