Boasting outstanding perform-
ance and ef ficiency, the Cayenne
Diesel is ideal for longer journeys
– of fering high levels of torque,
while fuel consumption remains
l o w.
Its new 3.0 -litre V6 turbo - diesel
engine is now more powerful and
refined, and approximately 20 kg
l i g h t e r.
1) The unit generates
180 kW (245 hp) and maximum
torque of 550 Nm. The sprint
to 100 km/ h (62 mph) requires
just 7.6 seconds. Top speed
is 220 km/ h (137 mph). Fuel
con sumption now comes in at
just 7.2 l/100 km (39.2 mpg) in
the EU cycle.
2)
Direct fuel injection comes cour-
tesy of a common-rail injection
system. The piezoelectric
injectors now enable multiple
injections at a pressure of up to 2,000 bar, ensuring optimum
distribution of the air/fuel mixture
– for improved dynamics.
The new turbocharger on the
Cayenne Diesel features Variable
Turbine Geometry (V TG, p. 40).
Combined with optimised channel-
ling of the intake air, it enhances
the charging ef fect, thereby
generating a higher output and
impressive torque, even at low
engine speeds.
The standard eight-speed
Tiptronic S includes gearshif t
controls on the steering wheel.
Transmit ting the high torque
of the Cayenne Diesel smoothly
and ef fectively, the eight gears
are designed to facilitate both
economical driving
with low fuel
consumption and
performance
driving with em phatic accele ration.
Porsche Traction Management
(PTM) permanent all-wheel
drive with self-locking centre
dif ferential transmits the car’s
power to all four wheels with
optimum precision and control.
Available as a no - cost option,
the 100 -litre fuel tank increases
the range to well over 1,000 km
(approx. 620 miles) while keeping
the engine rpm and noise levels
l o w.
The Cayenne Diesel: proof that
a 100 -metre sprinter can also run
a marathon. The only thing running low on long journeys:
fuel consumption.
The Cayenne Diesel.
1) Compared to previous model (Model Year 2011).2) The data presented here was recorded using the Euro 5 test procedure (715/2007/ EC and 692/2008/ EC) and the NEDC (New European Driving Cycle). The respective figures were not recorded on individual vehicles and do not constitute part of the of fer. This data is provided solely for the purposes of comparison bet ween the respective models. For more information on individual models, please contact your Porsche Centre.
Provisional data only. Of ficial data unavailable at the time of publication. Please contact your Porsche Centre for the final and of ficially
certified values.
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The sensors are used to measure
a range of values, including the
rotational speed of all four wheels,
the lateral and longitudinal
acceleration of the car, and
the current steering angle.
If, for example, the rear wheels
threaten to lose traction under
acceleration, a greater proportion
of drive torque is automatically
transmit ted to the front axle by a more positive engagement of
the multi-plate clutch. In addition,
ASR minimises wheel spin. During
cornering, the required level of
engine torque is distributed to the
front wheels to ensure excellent
lateral stabilit y.
In conjunction with advanced
Porsche Stabilit y Management
(PSM, p. 66), PTM ensures the
perfect distribution of drive
torque for optimum traction in all road scenarios, whether on
long straights, through tight cor-
ners or on surfaces with dif ferent
friction coef ficients. If one of the
wheels is about to lose traction,
PTM uses the ABD function to
apply the corresponding brake.
As a result, more drive is auto -
matically transferred to the op-
posite wheel. If both wheels on
one axle are in danger of slipping,
ASR immediately intervenes
and modifies engine output to maintain drive. As well as en-
hancing traction and active safety,
Porsche Traction Management
(PTM) of fers exceptional handling
and driving dynamics.
Standard on the Cayenne,
Cayenne S and Cayenne Turbo.
Torque is distributed bet ween the
front and rear axles by means of
the electronically variable multi-
plate clutch. For the toughest
off-road terrain, the differential
can be locked using the PTM
control on the centre console.
With the aid of on -board sensors,
the status of the car is continu-
ously monitored and the front /
rear split is adjusted to match
changing driving conditions.
Porsche Traction Management
(PTM) on the Cayenne,
Cayenne S and Cayenne Turbo.
Porsche Traction Management
(PTM) is an active all-wheel drive
system with an electronically
variable, map - controlled multi -
plate clutch, automatic brake
dif ferential (ABD) and anti-slip
regulation (ASR).
Intelligent, discreet, responsive.
The ideal travelling companion.
All -wheel drive on the Cayenne, Cayenne S and Cayenne Turbo
Drive systems and chassis | Transmission · 45
dynamics. Specifically, this means
that when entering a corner at
high speed, moderate brake pres-
sure is applied to the inside rear
wheel. This supports the steering
motion of the car, thereby im-
proving its cornering dynamics.
Standard on the Cayenne Diesel
and Cayenne S Hybrid.
Porsche Hill Control (PHC).
A standard feature on all
Cayenne models, Porsche Hill
Control (PHC) provides downhill
assistance by maintaining a constant rate of speed on extreme
downhill gradients. It is activated via a switch on the centre console.
The speed can be set to bet ween
3 and 30 km/ h (2 and 19 mph).
torque to the axle of fering the
highest level of traction. The
ASR and ABD systems work in
the same way as in the PTM
on the Cayenne, Cayenne S and
Cayenne Turbo.
On the Cayenne Diesel and
Cayenne S Hybrid, PTM also
enables variable distribution
of engine torque to the rear
wheels, thereby enhancing
steering precision and driving
Porsche Traction Management
(PTM) on the Cayenne Diesel
and Cayenne S Hybrid.
T h e C a y e n n e D i es e l a n d C a y e n n e S
Hybrid feature a
permanent
all-wheel drive system with self-
locking centre differen
t ia l. T h is
provides a standard torque split
of 60 % to the rear
and 40 % to
the front. If one of the wheels is
about to lose grip, the self-locking
centre dif ferential transmits the
Drive systems and chassis | Transmission · 47
Available on the Cayenne,
Cayenne Diesel, Cayenne S
and Cayenne Turbo, this function
readies the car for of f-road use
or reverts the set ting to normal
road driving.
In Of f-road Mode 1, for example,
the maps for all relevant
systems, e.g. ABS, are adapted
to provide optimum traction. In addition, High Level I is
selected on vehicles featuring air
suspension with PASM. If that ’s
not enough, the air suspension
can be raised further to High
Level II to increase the approach/
departure angle and wading depth.
Push the of f-road control forward
again on the Cayenne, Cayenne S
and Cayenne Turbo to activate
Off-road Mode 2 – for even great-
er traction on dif ficult terrain,
the multi-plate clutch can be fully
locked.
The electronically variable rear
differential on the optional
Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus
(PT V Plus) is integrated within
the all-wheel drive system. This
automatically ensures the opti-
mum distribution of drive torque on particularly uneven surfaces.
If one of the rear wheels begins
to slip, the rear dif ferential varies
the amount of torque transmit ted
through each drive shaf t, thereby
restoring traction. In Of f-road
Mode 3, the rear dif ferential can
be manually locked using the main
of f-road control. Then both rear
wheels receive the same amount
of torque, regardless of surface
conditions. The optional PDCC
(p. 53) enables greater wheel
articulation in all three modes,
improving traction still further.
For effective prevention of dam-
age to the underside of the car,
all Cayenne models can be
equipped with optional of f-road
underbody protection comprising
rock rails with integrated skid
plates, a reinforced engine-bay
guard, additional protection
for fuel tank and rear axle, and
a second towing lug.
Operating concept.
With the help of Porsche Traction
Management (PTM), the Cayenne
can cope with even the most
demanding of f-road scenarios.
Simply move the main of f-road
control on the centre console
forward or backward to select
one of up to three off-road
modes (depending on the model).
Steep ascents leading to snow-
covered mountain lodges, boggy
ground or muddy, loose surfaces
– all situations that the Cayenne
handles superbly with intelligent
all-wheel drive. The drive systems
featured on the Cayenne models
deliver exceptional torque. For
plent y of power on tap. On any
terrain.
From urban jungle to the windy wilds.
The Cayenne is perfectly at home on any terrain.
Off-road capability.
Drive systems and chassis | Of f- road capabilit y · 49
Main of f- road control
Making headway without getting in a spin.
An approach we thoroughly support.
Chassis.
outside rear wheel which supports
the steering motion of the car,
thereby improving its cornering
dynamics.
At slow and medium speeds, PT V
Plus considerably enhances agilit y
and steering precision. At high
speeds, during fast cornering and
under wheel spin, the electron-
ically controlled
rear differential
ensures additional stabilit y. Also
on variable-grip surfaces, in the
wet and on snow, PT V Plus –
combined with Porsche Traction
Management (PTM) and Porsche
Stabilit y Management (PSM) –
provides a major contribution to
active safety.In of f-road terrain, PT V Plus
reduces wheel spin on the rear
wheels – even when towing heav y
trailer loads. The electronically
controlled rear dif ferential can
be fully locked using the of f-road
control on the centre console.
Optional for the Cayenne,
Cayenne S and Cayenne Turbo.
Porsche Active Suspension
Management (PASM).
PASM is an electronic damping
control system. It of fers con-
tinuous adjustment of individual
damping forces based on current
road conditions and driving st yle.
During performance driving or
heav y of f-road use, there is an
increased tendency for the body
to sway. PASM prevents this from
happening, thereby improving
stabilit y and occupant comfort.
PASM has three setup modes:
‘Comfort ’, ‘Normal’ and ‘Sport ’. Whichever one you select, the
system uses a series of sensors
to monitor the movement of the
body. It also gathers data on
lateral acceleration, steering
angle, brake pressure and engine
torque and modifies the damping
force on each individual wheel
in accordance with the selected
mode.
PASM remains active at all times.
It automatically adapts to the
prevailing driving conditions,
enabling greater car control and
improving comfort and safet y.
Optional for the Cayenne,
Cayenne Diesel, Cayenne S
and Cayenne S Hybrid.
Standard on the Cayenne
Turbo: air suspension with
PASM.
yaw velocit y and vehicle speed,
PT V Plus optimises steering re-
sponse and precision by applying
brake pressure to the left or
right rear wheel, as required.
Specifically, this means that when
entering a corner at high speed,
moderate brake pressure is
applied to the inside rear wheel.
This transfers drive torque to the
Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus
(PTV Plus).
A system for enhancing driving
dynamics and stabilit y, PT V Plus
of fers variable distribution of
engine torque to the rear
wheels
and electronically con trolled
rear differential. Depending
on the steering angle, steering
speed, throt tle pedal position,
Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM)
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Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus (PT V Plus)
PSM has three additional func-
tions that help reduce braking
distances. If the throt tle 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 correspond-
ing disc. If the driver goes on
to apply the brakes, the calipers
respond more quickly and the
braking distance is reduced. 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.
For added safet y, the system
also readies the brakes whenever
a decreasing distance to the
vehicle in front is detected. The
optional adaptive cruise control
and PSM interact to prefill the
brakes.
Even if adaptive cruise control is
inactive, the system registers the
speed of the vehicle in front and
automatically readies the braking
system. In addition, the system
alerts the driver to the decreasing distance by briefly tugging on
the brakes.
PSM also features a trailer
stabilisation function – for a
significant contribution to car
and trailer safet y.
Within the laws of physics, it
compensates for load transfer
caused by throt tle and brake
inputs up to the maximum degree
of lateral acceleration. It also en-
hances the car’s driving dynamics
and directional stabilit y when
accelerating on inconsistent road
surfaces.
Other features include a special
control strategy in the ABS
for braking on loose surfaces.
By briefly locking the wheels, a wedge is formed ahead of each
t yre which provides additional
purchase to help slow the car,
e.g. on gravel or snow.
For a more involving driving
experience, PSM can also be
disabled, but remains active in
the background.
Standard on all Cayenne
models.
accele ration of the car. Using
this information, it is possible to
calculate the actual direction of
travel at any given moment. If
the car begins to oversteer or
understeer, PSM applies selective
braking on individual wheels to
restore stabilit y. If necessar y,
PSM can also intervene in the
engine management system to
temporarily modif y the amount of
drive transmit ted to the wheels.
Porsche Stability Management
(PSM).
Porsche Stabilit y Management
(PSM) is an electronic control
system that uses a range of
functions – including anti-lock
braking (ABS) – to help stabilise
the vehicle (and trailer, if fit ted)
in hazardous road scenarios.
Throughout each journey, sensors
monitor the direction, speed,
yaw velocit y and lateral
Preparing for the road ahead.
With a little help from PSM.
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capacit y from 580 to 1,780 litres
(depending on the model).
All Cayenne models are fit ted
with electric windows, front and
rear, with door-lock open/close
facilit y as well as climate control
and remote central locking.The interior features a range of
qualit y materials available in
various combinations and comes
in a choice of interior colours
and finishes of fering sporting
st yle and exclusivit y. There are
also a number of optional interior
packages in a selection of woods
or in aluminium or carbon – for
a race-inspired look. You’ll find
more detailed information from
page 116 onwards.
Other practical features include
door storage compartments
with bot tle holders front and rear.
The rear seats provide manual
fore/af t adjustment as well
as backrest adjustment and a
40/20/40 split-folding facilit y,
thereby increasing the storage
The car is ergonomically designed
around the vehicle occupants
for optimum comfort. Frequently
used controls are grouped
logically together on the centre
console to enable you to select
individual functions quickly and
e asi l y.
Porsche Crest embossed on head restraints (front and rear)
Cayenne with t wo -tone leather interior in Black / Titanium Blue and brushed aluminium interior package
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Child seats.
With their unique design, Porsche
child seats comply with the
latest safet y standards. Available
from Porsche Tequipment, they
have been specially tested and
approved for use in Porsche
vehicles, offering comfort and safet y for all passengers up to
12 years of age. All fabrics are
breathable, kind to the skin and
easy to clean. The covers can
be removed and are washable.
For added safet y, the Porsche
Baby and Porsche Junior Seat
ISOFIX come with their own five-point harness with central
adjustment of the seat-belt length.
All of the Cayenne models have
standard ISOFIX mounting
points on the outer rear seats.
These are available as an
option for the front passenger
seat. If a
child seat is mounted
The best seats in the house.
For everyone.
Rear bench in conjunction with comfor t seats
on the front passenger seat,
the corresponding airbag can
be quickly deactivated using a
key- operated switch. All Porsche
child seats can be easily installed
via the ISOFIX slot-in connectors.
Alternatively, they can be secured
using the three-point seat belts.
bag. It also features a folding
armrest. The process is quite
simple: unlock and fold down.
The rear seat backrest can be
adjusted by up to 6 degrees:
3 degrees forward of
the starting
position and 3 degrees back.
When it comes to being user-
friendly, the Cayenne models get
right to the point – quick and
e as y.
Rear seats.
The rear bench of fers generous
space for up to three adult
passengers and is st yled to match
the front comfort or sports seats.
For added practicalit y, the bench
features fore/af t adjustment of
160 mm and a 40/20/40 split-
folding facilit y. The flexible centre
section folds down to create a
load-through facilit y for longer
items such as the optional ski
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