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Versatility. The spirit of the
Cayenne. Superlative performance
on road and track. Exceptional
capability off road. Powerful yet
practical in every scenario. Always
100 % Porsche.
Enhancing your enjoyment is the
new Porsche Communication
Management (PCM) featuring
navigation, touchscreen display
and MP3 compatibility. Sports
seats with added lateral support
are available for all four Cayenne
models (standard in Cayenne GTS).
The Porsche Ceramic Composite
Brake (PCCB) is optional equipment
on the Cayenne S, Cayenne GTS
and Cayenne Turbo.
The Cayenne range comprises
four unique models, each with a
powerful presence. Agile and
dynamic, they generate excite-
ment in their own individual way.
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Performance. It’s what motivates
our engineers – and exhilarates
our drivers. Winning races,
exploring new terrain, achieving
new objectives.
With the Cayenne model range,
we’ve applied this power to an
ambitious range of applications.
The result is four highly
versatile cars – every
one of them a Porsche.
At Porsche, we believe in playing to our strength:
the pursuit of excellence in every respect.
The Cayenne models.
The Cayenne models
One thing they have in common
is the standards they set: in
performance, safety and economy.
The character of each car is
apparent at first glance: accom-
plished, athletic, brimming with
energy and potential. The front
and rear sections are elegantly
designed with excellent aerodynamic
properties. The flared wheel arches
accommodate a range of wheel
options up to 21 inches in diameter.
Among the most distinctive features
on all four models is the elongated
headlight geometry. In addition,
each car has LED taillights as
standard (see page 93).
The stylish form is brought
thrillingly to life with remarkable
engine performance. The high-
capacity engines offer increased
power and torque with relatively
modest fuel consumption. This is
achieved using a range of technol-
ogies
, including direct fuel injection
(DFI – see page 50) and VarioCam
Plus on the V8 engines (see page
53).
The sports-oriented suspension can
be further refined with the optional
Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control
(PDCC – see page 80), an active
anti-roll stability system. Safety is an equally important consideration,
with Porsche Stability Management
(PSM – see page 98) included
as standard equipment. The race-
proven Porsche Ceramic Composite
Brake (PCCB– see page 96) is
also available as optional equipment.
The Cayenne models.
Ready for every eventuality.

models have a flattened headlight
geometry which gives a broader
look to the car.
The air intake openings are designed
for optimum cooling. On the
Cayenne GTS and Cayenne Turbo,
the central air intake has a larger
cross-sectional area to compensate
for the higher engine outputs. In the
outer intake openings are a pair of
Dynamism and power – both
immediately apparent in every
Cayenne model.
The front-end design on the
naturally aspirated models features
H7 projector-beam headlights.
The Cayenne Turbo has Bi-Xenon
headlights with static and dynamic
cornering lights (also optional on
the other three models). All four
elongated light units containing the
turn-signal indicators and sidelights.
These are positioned vertically on
the Cayenne and Cayenne S, and
horizontally on the Cayenne GTS
and Cayenne Turbo. Another
distinguishing feature on the
Cayenne Turbo is the ‘power-domed’
engine lid.
The rear section also alludes to
the powerful capability of each car.
Integrated within the rear apron
are a pair of single-tube tailpipes
on the Cayenne and Cayenne S,
and dual-tube tailpipes on the
Cayenne GTS and Cayenne Turbo.
The tailpipes on the Cayenne GTS
have a chrome-plated finish. All
four models have a diffuser-style
design on the lower rear apron
plus LED taillights and brake
lights. An extended bi-plane roof
spoiler is available as a no-cost
option on the Cayenne GTS.
The interior space is designed
around the driver in a range of
quality materials. Full leather
upholstery is standard equipment
on the Cayenne GTS and Cayenne
Turbo. Also included as standard
on the Cayenne GTS is a new
sports seat design featuring
greater lateral support and a
comfort memory package (sports
seats optional on all other models).
In short: a powerful first
impression, inside and out, that
is also enduringly Porsche.
The art: creating motion while standing still.
Design.
The Cayenne models
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Another impressive feature is the
new braking system. The larger-
diameter discs provide extremely
high standards of active safety
in all driving scenarios. As a result,
the Cayenne Turbo achieves bench-
mark performance in decelerationand stability under load. The new
calipers are larger in size with
a distinctive red paint finish. The
Porsche Ceramic Composite
Brake (PCCB) is available as an
option.
Externally, the Cayenne Turbo is
instantly recognisable by the
‘power domes’ on the engine lid.
Other standard features include
Bi-Xenon headlights with static and
dynamic cornering lights. Together
with the elongated lights in the
front air intakes, they lend additional
presence and character to the car.
The interior is a blend of sporting
style and exclusivity: comfort
seats with a comfort memory
package and leather upholstery
as standard. Sports seats are
offered as a no-cost option, also
with a comfort memory package.
The standard BOSE®Surround
Sound System delivers perfect
sound at every seat position.
Other standard features include
Porsche Communication
Management (PCM) with satellite
navigation (see page 132).
The cluster of five round instru-
ments in the Cayenne Turbo has
a 5-inch colour display in the
central dial. This provides infor-
mation from a range of systems,
including the on-board computer.
The far right-hand dial contains
the boost pressure gauge.
All interior trim elements in the
Cayenne Turbo have an elegant
satin aluminium finish.
The Cayenne Turbo. Uncom-
promising in performance, a
technological benchmark, yet
practical in everyday use. Virtually
unlimited on or off road – but
always in comfort and safety.
Model range
5-inch colour display
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Drive
Precision control on road and track.
Comfort and durability on all terrain.
Six-speed manual gearbox.
Drive-off Assistant, which enables
easier hill starts without using the
brakes.
The gear linkage is insulated from
the engine and transmission,
thereby eliminating vibration in
the gear lever.
For additional weight saving, the
gearbox casing is made from
lightweight die-cast aluminium.
throw is short and precise, with
only minimal driver effort required.
Gearbox performance is equally
impressive in low-range mode.
All components are specifically
adapted for the demands of
off-road driving, e.g., deep water
crossings and gradients of up
to 45° in every direction. Special
features include the Porsche The Cayenne, Cayenne S and
Cayenne GTS are all equipped as
standard with a six-speed manual
gearbox. It is specially designed
for the heavy loads encountered
in high-performance, off-road and
towing use.
The sports-oriented setup enables
optimum progression through all
six forward gears. The gear lever
Gear lever
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The Cayenne Turbo comes with
Bi-Xenon headlights featuring
dynamic range control and
integrated cleaning, as well as
static and dynamic cornering
lights.
The dynamic cornering light
function uses the road speed,
yaw velocity (speed of rotation
around the vertical axis) and
steering angle to calculate the
course of each corner. The system
Lighting the way in active safety.
Headlight system.
Safety
The static cornering lights are
extremely useful when turning at
a junction, even at lower speeds.
Depending on the amount of
steering lock applied, they can
illuminate an unlit side street.
The new daytime running lights
(dipped-beam headlights and side-
lights) can be set to automatically
activate when the car is started.
Headlight (Cayenne, Cayenne S and
Cayenne GTS)
All Cayenne models have round
H11 foglights on the front apron.
Other exterior lights.
The rear lights are designed as
one-piece modules. The reversing
lights, brake lights and high-level
third brake light feature high-speed
LEDs.The doors and tailgate are fitted
with red safety lights. An additional
pair of indicators are located in the
front wheel arches, where they are
visible from the front, side and rear
of the car.
Cornering light function on Bi-Xenon headlights
then calculates the optimum
angle of illumination for the swivel-
mounted Bi-Xenon lights up to a
maximum of 15°. Visibility is much
improved in every corner and
potential obstacles are easier to
identify. The system is also available
as an option on the Cayenne,
Cayenne S and Cayenne GTS.
Headlight (Cayenne Turbo)
It’s always a pleasure taking
corners in a Porsche. Especially
now they’re so visible at night.
The Cayenne, Cayenne S and
Cayenne GTS are all equipped
as standard with an H7 projector-
beam headlight system featuring
manual range control and
reflection high-beam lights.
Sidelights and indicators are
neatly combined as rectangular
units in the outer air intakes.
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by a tandem booster and large
brake master cylinder. The foot-
operated parking brake uses a
duo-servo system mounted on
each of the rear discs.
Porsche Stability Management
(PSM) features two additional
brake functions: electronic brake
Porsche braking systems are
renowned worldwide as the
benchmark in performance and
stability. The Cayenne models
continue this tradition, offering
excellent deceleration – even
when fully laden with five adult
Porsche has always been synonymous with acceleration.
That’s only half the story.
Braking system.
All Cayenne models have internally
vented discs all round. This simple
yet highly effective design ensures
consistent brake performance.
The front disc dimensions
(diameter/thickness) are 330 mm /
32 mm on the Cayenne, 350 mm /
34 mm on the Cayenne S and
Cayenne GTS, and 380 mm /
38 mm on the Cayenne Turbo.
All models have six-piston monobloc
aluminium brake calipers at the
front and four-piston equivalents
at the rear. The Cayenne Turbo
has a new and more powerful
braking system to offset its higher
performance. The fixed calipers on
the Cayenne Turbo are noticeably
larger and have a striking red
paint finish. The calipers on the
Cayenne GTS are also red, while
the Cayenne S has silver and the
Cayenne black. Braking is assisted
Safety
occupants, a full complement of
luggage and a braked trailer load
of up to 3,500 kg (Cayenne GTS
with steel-sprung suspension:
3,080 kg).
prefill prior to an emergency stop
and all-wheel brake assist. See
page 98 for more information
on PSM.
All brake pads are fitted with
individual wear sensors. When new
pads are required, a warning light
is illuminated in the instrumentcluster. The brake lines serving
each of the rear calipers feature
special off-road protection
against rocks and other debris.
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with 330-mm discCayenne S: standard front brake
with 350-mm disc
Cayenne GTS: standard front brake
with 350-mm discCayenne Turbo: new standard front brake
with 380-mm disc

piston units at the rear. The
resulting brake forces are not
only high, they are also extremely
Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB).
Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB),
front disc diameter: 410 mm
The pads are mounted in six-
piston monobloc aluminium fixed
calipers at the front, with four-
Safety
As an optional alternative, the
Cayenne S, Cayenne GTS and
Cayenne Turbo can all be
equipped with the race-proven
Porsche Ceramic Composite
Brake (PCCB)*.
The large disc diameter (410 mm
front and 370 mm rear) adds
significantly to brake performance.
The discs are made from a
specially treated carbon-fibre
compound that is silicated in a
high-vacuum process at 1,700 ºC.
The resulting material is not only
much harder than cast iron, it
is also more resistant to heat.
Even at high temperatures, the
thermal resistance of the PCCB
disc ensures excellent dimensional
stability. The ceramic material is
totally resistant to corrosion and
offers excellent acoustic damping
properties.consistent. The pedal response
is fast and precise with only
moderate input required.
PCCB enables shorter braking
distances in even the toughest
road and race conditions.
Excellent fade resistance ensures
greater balance when slowing
from high speed.
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The Porsche Ceramic Composite
Brake (PCCB) is a visible
acknowledgement of Porsche race
engineering. The key advantage
is a total weight saving of
approximately 50 % compared
with equivalent cast-iron discs.
As well as enhancing performance,
the unsprung and rotating masses
are lightened. The results: greater
comfort and road-holding
on uneven road surfaces plus
better handling and agility.
* Compatible with 20-inch wheel diameter or greater as well as 19-inch collapsible spare wheel.

Oversteer with PSM
Understeer without PSM
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PSM corrects
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stabilises car
Understeer with PSM Oversteer without PSM
All Cayenne models are
equipped with Porsche Stability
Management (PSM) as standard.
This electronic control system
uses a range of functions –
including anti-lock braking (ABS) –
to help stabilise the vehicle
(and trailer, if fitted) in hazardous
road scenarios. Throughout each
journey, PSM uses a range of
sensors to monitor the direction,
speed, yaw velocity (speed of
rotation around the vertical axis)
and lateral acceleration of the
car. The system then calculates
the actual direction of travel. If
the car begins to oversteer or
understeer, PSM applies selective
braking on individual wheels to
restore stability. If necessary,
PSM can also intervene in the
engine management system to
temporarily modify the amount
of drive to the wheels.PSM has two additional functions
that help reduce braking distances.
If the throttle pedal is released
suddenly, PSM automatically
readies the braking system. The
pressure in the brake lines is
marginally increased, bringing
each of the pads into light contact
with the corresponding disc. If the
driver goes on to apply the brakes,
the calipers respond more quickly.
In an emergency stop – i.e., when
the pressure on the brake pedal
exceeds a certain threshold –
the brake assist function uses
the PSM hydraulics to apply
maximum braking force at all
four wheels.
PSM makes a significant contribu-
tion to car and trailer safety –
within the laws of physics. It
compensates for load transfer
caused by throttle and brake
inputs up to the maximum degree
of lateral acceleration. It also
enhances the car’s driving dynam-
ics and directional stability when
accelerating on variable road
surfaces. PSM can also intervene
through the locking centre and
axle differentials as part of
Porsche Traction Management
(PTM).
Other features include a
special control strategy in
the PSM-integrated ABS for braking on loose surfaces such
as gravel or snow. By briefly
locking the wheels, a wedge is
formed ahead of each tyre which
provides additional purchase
to help slow the car.
For a more active driving experi-
ence, PSM can also be disabled.
For safety reasons, it remains
active in the background, ready
to intervene in critical scenarios.
Expecting the best means preparing for the worst.
Porsche Stability Management (PSM).
Safety
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