2008 PORSCHE CAYENNE sport mode

Chassis
Exceptional power requires accurate direction.
Steering.Tough for off road, light for the track, stylish for any terrain.
Wheels.
The electrically adjustable steer-
ing column has a driver-selectable
‘Easy Entry’ function, which raises
the steering wheel towards the
dashboard whenever you enter
or leave the car. The comfort and
sports seat options (standard on
Cayenne GTS and Cayenne Turbo)
have a comfort memory package
that stores your preferred
wheel position as well as seat
and exterior mirror settings.
The steering column consists of
multiple collapsing sections linked
by three universal joints. A special
deformation element offering
70 mm of travel provides a high
level of safety in the event of front
impact.
Servotronic.
Servotronic is a speed-sensitive
power steering system available
as an option on all Cayenne
models.
At higher speeds, the steering
becomes firmer, inputs are more
precise and driver comfort is
greatly enhanced.
At lower speeds, it enables easy
manoeuvrability and parking. For optimum manoeuvrability, on
and off road, all Cayenne models
have variable-ratio steering
and special valve settings on
the power-steering system. Lock-
to-lock travel is a modest
2.65 turns, while the turning
circle is just 11.7 metres.
The steering wheel can be adjusted
by 50 mm for reach and 40 mm
for height. Both adjustment options
are electrically assisted on
the Cayenne GTS and Cayenne
Turbo. Electric adjustment is also
available as an option on the
Cayenne and Cayenne S as part
of the optional comfort or sports
seat package (each with comfort
memory package). The optional
padded steering wheel (standard
on Cayenne GTS) brings added
sporting style to each model.
the multi-purpose display in the
instrument cluster. Standard wheel fitments are as
follows: 17-inch Cayenne alloys on
the Cayenne, 18-inch Cayenne S II
on the Cayenne S, 21-inch
Cayenne Sport on the Cayenne
GTS and 19-inch Cayenne Design
on the Cayenne Turbo.
For a more personal touch, you
can choose from a range of
wheel options (see page 160).
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
(TPM).
The optional TPM warns of any
drop in pressure via the on-board
computer display. In addition,
the driver can check the individual
pressures in all four wheels via
17-inch Cayenne wheel 18-inch Cayenne S II wheel
21-inch Cayenne Sport wheel 19-inch Cayenne Design wheel
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Chassis
Active damping adjustment for optimum performance and comfort.
Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM).
Both systems are optional on
the Cayenne and Cayenne S. The
Cayenne GTS has an exclusive
combination of PASM and high-
performance steel-sprung suspen-
sion (ride height lowered by 24 mm).
During performance driving or
heavy off-road use, there is a
greater tendency for the body
to roll. PASM prevents this from
happening, thereby improving
stability and occupant comfort.
PASM has three setup modes:
‘Comfort’, ‘Normal’ and ‘Sport’.
In all three cases, the system
uses a series of sensors to
monitor the movement of the
body, e.g., under acceleration and
braking or on poor road surfaces.
It also gathers data on lateral
acceleration, steering angle, brake
pressure and engine torque. The
PASM control unit then evaluates
this information and modifies the
damping forces in accordance
with the selected mode.
PASM remains active at
all times, adapting to the
changing conditions.
If the road surface deteriorates
while travelling in ‘Sport’ mode,
for instance, the system
immediately changes to a softer
rating, thereby improving road
contact. When the road surface
improves, PASM automatically
reverts to the original, harder
rating. This not only increases
stability and safety, it also
enhances comfort.
PASM is an electronic damping
control system. It offers continuous
adjustment of individual damping
forces based on current road
conditions and driving style. PASM
is standard on the Cayenne Turbo
in conjunction with air suspension.
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With over 50 years in motorsport, we appreciate the importance of safety.
Airbags.
All Cayenne models are equipped
with full-size front airbags for driver
and front passenger as standard.
These are augmented by a side-
impact protection system featuring
a thorax airbag in each front seat.
Curtain-type airbags on each side
of the roof provide extensive head
protection for both rows of seats.
When these are deployed, they
form a protective cushion along
the side of the car with a total
volume of around 20 litres.
Two additional impact sensors
are located at the front of the car
to enable better detection of
a head-on collision. As a result,
the front airbags can be more
accurately deployed in response
to the specific characteristics
of what can often be a complex
impact scenario.
The driver and front passenger
airbags use a gas generant based
on an organic propellant. As aresult, the airbags are lighter,
more compact and easier to
recycle. A roll-over detection
system provides additional
protection in the event that the
car were to overturn. Using
sensor-acquired data, it enables
early deployment of the curtain
airbags and triggers the seat-belt
pre-tensioners.
Interior safety features.
The Cayenne models feature
three-point seat belts on all five
seats, as well as seat-belt pre-
tensioners (front and outer rearseats) and force limiters (front
seats only). The front passengerseat and outer rear seats are also
equipped with ISOFIX mounting
points for compatible child seats.
If a child seat is mounted on the
front passenger seat, the
corresponding airbag can
be quickly deactivated using
a key-operated switch.
Safety
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performance in mind. Directly
before you is the familiar cluster
of five round instruments and a
three-spoke steering wheel with
height/reach adjustment and
leather rim. In the Cayenne GTS
and Cayenne Turbo, the standard
wheel is electrically adjustable.
All four models come with leather
upholstery on the seat centres,
inner side bolsters and head
restraints as well as the gear
lever/selector, door handles,
centre console grab handles and
door panel armrests.
On the Cayenne GTS and
Cayenne Turbo, the leather
extends to parts of the
dashboard, centre console,
door panels and steering wheel
airbag module. As on every Porsche, the interior
of the car is designed around
the driver. The instruments and
controls are logically arranged for
intuitive operation.
Every interior feature is elegantly
crafted with quality, comfort and
Ergonomics and design.
Inseparable in a Porsche.
Interior.
Comfort
Natural leather interior in Black/Chestnut Brown (Cayenne Turbo)
The sporty interior in the
Cayenne GTS includes Alcantara
on the seat centres, rooflining and
parts of the door trim panels. The
centre console has an Aluminium
Look finish, perfectly complemented
by the ‘Sport’ aluminium package.
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Options available on all Cayenne
models include a three-spoke
multifunction steering wheel with
leather rim and a padded steering
wheel for added sporting style
(standard on Cayenne GTS).

Natural leather interior in Black/Chestnut Brown (Cayenne Turbo)
Comfort
Long-distance comfort on the road.
Lateral support on the racetrack.
The Cayenne and Cayenne S have
comfort seats as standard with
the option of a comfort memory
package. The Cayenne GTS comes
with sports seats and a comfort
memory package as standard
(both optional on all other models).
The standard comfort seats in
the Cayenne and Cayenne S offer
electric fore/aft, height, backrest,
squab angle and lumbar support
adjustment for the driver and front
passenger.Front seats.
Ergonomically crafted, the standard
front seats in the Cayenne models
offer high lateral support, extensive
variability and excellent long-
distance comfort.The Cayenne Turbo has comfort
seats with comfort memory
package as standard.
Special features include electric
adjustment on the front seats
(12-way), steering column and
driver’s seat-belt height. The
comfort memory package stores
seat, mirror, steering wheel and
seat-belt height settings for up
to three different drivers. The
passenger-side memory also stores
up to three sets of preferences. The
comfort seats are also available
as an option on the Cayenne and
Cayenne S.
The Cayenne GTS comes with
sports seats as standard. These
are also equipped with the same
comfort memory package included
with the comfort seats. Special
seat features include higher side
bolsters offering greater lateral
support. The sports seats are
available as an extra-cost option
on the Cayenne and Cayenne S
and no-cost option on the
Cayenne Turbo.
The seat belt buckle is mounted
on the seat, which means the
belt is comfortable and secure
however the seat is positioned.
Other important passive safety
features include seat-belt pre-
tensioners and force limiters.
All front seats are available with
embossed Porsche Crest on the
head restraints as an option.
Porsche Crest embossed on head restraint Sports seat in natural leather with comfort memory package
(optional for Cayenne, Cayenne S and Cayenne Turbo)
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Rear seats.
Comfort and safety are fundamen-
tal requirements in every Porsche.
All seats in the Cayenne models
have detachable head restraints.
On the outer rear seats, the head
restraints are height-adjustable.
The sports seat package has a
three-seater rear bench with
sports-style two-seater design.
Special features include higher
side bolsters and detachable
head restraints.
For added protection, we’ve
used energy-absorbent elements
on the seats, doors, roof pillars,
roof and upper seat-belt deflection
points.
The rear seats are designed with
practicality in mind, including
a 60/40 split-folding facility.Additional features include a
no-cost optional load-through
facility with ski bag, which can
also accommodate a snowboard.
Child seats.
Safety and comfort are also
assured for the youngest of
Porsche passengers (up to
12 years of age). The Porsche
range of ISOFIX-compatible child
seats install quickly and easily
on the front passenger’s and outer
rear seats using the standard
ISOFIX mounting points. All seats
are available from Porsche
Tequipment.
Generous space for up to three adult passengers.
With the option of additional loadspace.
Comfort
Interior with sports seats featuring comfort memory package
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Transport Strength.
Endurance.
Versatility.
Three of the qualities that
define every Porsche.In the Cayenne models,
they form a new permutation.
And bring a new facet to the
concept of high performance.
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The Cayenne models use power
and performance for more than
just driving pleasure. All four cars
have a large and variable rear
luggage compartment with power
closing tailgate as standard.
An automatic tailgate is available
as an option. The luggage
compartment has a total volume
of 540 litres (VDA), i.e., more than
enough space for up to four large
suitcases. The loadspace floor is
completely flat and the tailgate
sill is low. When the rear seats
are folded flat on vehicles with
sports seats (featuring comfort
memory package), the larger side
bolsters create a slope of approx.
15º relative to the loadspace floor.
Even when the car is fully laden
(see page 188), the self-levelling
air suspension (standard on
Cayenne Turbo; optional on other
models) maintains a constant
ground clearance at front and
rear.
The air suspension package
includes ride-height adjustment,
enabling the car to be lowered
by approximately 54 mm* below
the normal ride level for easier
loading of heavy items. When
moving off, the suspension
automatically reverts to the
standard ride-height setting
(Normal Level).
When the rear backrest is folded
forward, the loadspace expands
to as much as 1,770 litres**
(VDA). Items can be stored out
of view and protected from the
sun using a retractable cover in
a detachable storage cassette.
Two additional storage spaces
(one on vehicles with four-zone
air conditioning) are discreetly
concealed behind the side trim
panels in the luggage compart-
ment (volume may vary depending
on optional equipment).
Even when loaded to the
maximum weight, each Cayenne
model remains agile, responsive
and easy to control.
Transport
More wide open spaces to explore.
Luggage compartment.
** Cayenne GTS: 34 mm lower
than standard Normal Level.
** With sports seats: 1,749 litres (VDA).
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