At Porsche, we are continually
changing. Looking for a new and
dif ferent approach. Without ever
losing sight of where we’ve come
from. That ’s how we remain true
to ourselves.
The basic Cayenne concept is
therefore the same. We’ve just
continued to improve it: the
Cayenne is
now lighter – up to
165 kg
1) depending on the speci-
fication
– and also more dynamic,
more comfortable, and closer
to the road than ever before.
Without detracting from the
qualities required for off-road
driving or towing heav y loads.
Its naturally aspirated 3.6-litre
V6 engine features direct fuel
injection (DFI, p. 38), variable
valve timing on both inlet and
exhaust, and a variable resonance
intake manifold – for a generous
output and excellent fuel econ-
omy. In other words: we have
enhanced the performance, while
significantly lowering the weight,
fuel consumption and CO
2 emis-
sions. The figures speak for themselves: maximum torque of
400 Nm, 220 kW (300 hp), a top
speed of 230 km/ h (143 mph)
and the abilit y to accelerate
from 0 to 100 km/ h (62 mph) in
7.5 se conds. With both fuel
consumption and CO
2 emissions
reduced by 20 %.
1), 2) Delivering
this power to the road efficiently,
Porsche Traction Management
(PTM, p. 44) combines active all-
wheel drive
with an electron ically
variable
multi-plate clutch, auto -
matic brake dif ferential (ABD) and
anti-slip regulation (ASR). PTM
enables the perfect distribution of
drive torque to all four wheels,
whether on long straights, through
tight corners or on surfaces with
dif ferent friction coef ficients: for
dynamic handling
and increased
traction. Drive is transmit ted
through a high-performance
six-speed manual gearbox (p. 42),
which ensures optimum progres-
sion through the gears.
In addition to the standard
18-inch Cayenne wheels and
larger brakes, the Cayenne
can be fit ted with the optional Porsche Ceramic Composite
Brake (PCCB, p. 64) – for out-
standing brake performance.
Another key advantage: a total
weight saving of approximately
50 % compared with equivalent
cast- iron discs.
The generous standard equipment
includes partial-leather seats,
climate control, the CDR-31 audio
system with touchscreen, cruise
control and automatic headlight
activation. For added comfort,
there’s also a ‘Welcome Home’
lighting function. When you arrive
at a destination af ter dark, the
headlights remain illuminated for
a user- defined period, lighting
your path from the car.
So, a unique blend of the great
sports performance and unre-
stricted everyday practicalit y that
is t ypical of Porsche. Let ’s be
honest, would you have expected
any thing else?
Everything has changed. Apart from the concept.
The Cayenne.
1) Compared to previous model.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.
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16 · The Cayenne | Cayenne
The Porsche ‘S’ has long been
a mark of heightened sports per-
formance and abundant reserves
of power. On the Cayenne S, it
also stands for strength, agilit y
and efficiency.
At the heart of the car is a natur-
ally aspirated 4.8-litre V8 engine
featuring direct fuel injection
(DFI, p. 38), VarioCam Plus (p. 37)
and a t wo -stage intake manifold.
This helps to keep fuel consump-
tion and emissions low, while
ensuring maximum output. In
short: 294 kW (400 hp), maximum
torque of 500 Nm and a top
speed of 258 km/ h (160 mph).
The Cayenne S accelerates from
0 to 100 km/ h (62 mph) in as
lit tle as 5.9 seconds. Fuel con-
sumption has been reduced by
up to 23 % and CO
2 emissions by
as much as 26 %.
1), 2) The weight
of the car has also been lowered
by 180 kg
1). Drive is transmit ted to the road
with smoothness and precision
by the standard eight-speed
Tiptronic S, which includes gear-
shif t controls on the steering
wheel. The result: optimum use
of the available power reserves.
Of course, to apply exceptional
power like this ef fectively, it
needs to be harnessed and con-
trolled. For example, by Porsche
Traction Management (PTM,
p. 44). On the Cayenne S, this
active all-wheel drive system
features an electronically variable,
map - controlled multi - plate clutch,
an automatic brake differential
(ABD, p. 44) and anti-slip regu-
lation (ASR, p. 44). Working
in conjunction with advanced
Porsche Stabilit y Management
(PSM, p. 66), PTM ensures the
required torque split in every
driving scenario. On or of f road.
During performance driving, as well as on leisurely journeys
or when towing heav y loads.
The black slats on the air intakes
make them appear larger, and
the car wider. Other distinctive
features include the 18-inch
Cayenne S III wheels.
The Porsche ‘S’. A mark to which
the Cayenne S holds true.
Power, precision and the potential for more.
The Cayenne S.
1) Compared to previous model.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.
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20 · The Cayenne | Cayenne S
consistently within a specific
temperature range. The engines
in the Cayenne models are
therefore designed for ef ficient
cooling.
In order to reduce the frictional
losses that occur during warm -up,
all Cayenne models feature com-
prehensive thermal management.
Using intelligent control, it
activates the dif ferent cooling
circuits individually and on de-
mand, thereby ensuring that the
optimum operating temperature
for the engine and transmission
is reached more quickly. This
minimises friction – and keeps
fuel consumption and CO
2 emis-
sions low.
The V8 engines have an enhanced
coolant management system
offering effective temperature
control throughout the engine.
While 20 % of coolant flows longi-
tudinally through the crankcase,
the remaining 80 % serves the
cylinder heads using the proven
cross-flow principle (from hot to
cold).
On all Cayenne models, the piston
heads are cooled using oil-spray
jets integrated within the main
lubrication system.
The entire cooling system is
designed for prolonged heav y-
dut y use, e.g. of f-road driving
or heav y towing and carrying
applications.Lubrication.
The V8 engines use dry-sump
lubrication to ensure a consistent
supply of oil in all load conditions,
especially in of f-road terrain.
The oil reservoir is located inside
the engine. This saves on space
and reduces weight.
Oil is circulated around the V8
engines using a demand- driven
pump. This has been designed
for the toughest driving scenarios
on and off road, including per-
formance driving and extreme
gradients. The V6 engines have a wet-sump
lubrication system.
Ensuring a
reliable supply of oil, no mat ter
how challenging the driving
conditions.
Direct fuel injection on the
diesel engine (common-rail
injection system).
On the Cayenne Diesel, direct
fuel injection comes courtesy of
a common -rail injection system.
The injection pressure is now up
to 2,000 bar, ensuring optimum
distribution of the air/fuel mixture
– for greater performance. The
piezoelectric injectors provide
flexible injection rate
adjustment,
using exactly metered quantities
of fuel, with multiple injections
for each power stroke to deliver
smooth combustion.
Cooling systems.
A high -performance engine can
only maintain its maximum
capabilit y over a long service life
if all components are operating
Direct fuel injection (DFI).
DFI injects fuel directly into the
combustion chamber at up to
120 bar with millisecond precision
using electromagnetic injectors.
The injector position and spray
geometry have been carefully
designed to improve output,
torque, fuel economy and emis-
sions. The swirling of the fuel as
it enters each chamber increases
the mixing of air and fuel, thereby
enhancing combustion. By form-
ing the air/fuel mixture directly
in the combustion chamber, DFI
contributes to engine cooling.
As a result, it was possible to in-
crease the compression ratio and
therefore power and efficiency.
Compression with precision.
Essential for getting right to the point.
38 · Drive systems and chassis | Engine technology
An electr ic pump is used to
m a i ntain the r equired p re ssu re
of the t ransmis sion fluid , e.g.
to t ransmit high l evels of torque
at lower engine speeds.
The s tanda rd sports steering
wheel in conjunction with
T i p t r o nic S h as t wo e rgonom ic
switch es for manual gear
c h a n g es. One p re ss forwa rd with
the thumb and Tiptronic S shif ts
up. One pull backwa rds with
the in dex finger and Tiptronic S
shif ts down. Either the right or
l eft-hand switch can be used.
tackling a
sce nts and towing loads
in off-road ter rain. Top speed is
reached in 6th gear (in 7th gear
on the Cayenne Diesel). The
remaining
upper gea rs a re used
to lower the r evs at high speed ,
the reby enhancing fuel economy
and occupa nt comfo rt. On the motorway in particular , driving at
low r evs will s ignifica ntly r educe
the noise l evel insid e the veh ic le.
In automatic mode, the driver
can influence gea rshifts on the
Tiptron ic S using the throt t le and
b rak es alone.
Tiptronic S auto -
mat ically adapts the gea rshif t
points for performance driving –
equally , if a mo re d efen sive driv-
ing s tyle is d etec ted , the sy stem
se lects a gea rshift poi nt that
o f f e rs maximum fuel economy.
Un der heav y b raking , Tiptron ic S
shifts down to maxi mise engine
b raking. Natu
rally , you can also change
gear u sing the gear se lector lever
on the ce ntr e cons ole.
Standard on the Cayenne Diesel,
Cayenne S, Cayenne S Hybrid
and Cayenne Turbo. Optional
for the Cayenne.
Eight-speed Tiptronic S.
The out standing featu re of the
eight-speed Tiptron ic S is a
pa rticularly wi de ratio sp read.
Fi rs t gear is designed for optimum
acceleration when pulling away
and g rea ter performance when
Six-speed manual gearbox.
The six-speed manual gearbox
on the Cayenne has been specifi-
cally adapted for the demands
of high-performance use. The
gear lever throw is short and pre-
cise, and each of the six ratios
has been selected for optimum
progression through the gears. As
the centre console rises to meet
the dashboard, the gear lever is
close to hand – for an even more
engaging drive.
The standard upshif t display in
the instrument cluster helps
to reduce fuel consumption still
further.
Eight-speed Tiptronic S is also
available as an option on the
Cayenne in conjunction with the
auto start /stop function.
Standard on the Cayenne.
Precision control.
Whatever your choice of terrain.
Transmission.
Tiptronic S gear selector
42 · Drive systems and chassis | Transmission Drive systems and chassis | Transmission · 43
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)
high -mounted upper arms are
in aluminium. This axle design
ensures accurate wheel location,
greater agilit y and minimal inter-
ference on uneven surfaces.
The subframe is secured on large
rubber mountings that reduce
road noise to a minimum. It is
also specially constructed to
increase stabilit y. For enhanced comfort and even greater active
and passive safet y. In the event
of an impact, the subframe
deforms in a predefined manner.
Rear axle.
The rear axle features multi-link
suspension. Ideal for performance
road and track use, it also copes
well with the extremely high
towing and carrying loads that
are possible with each Cayenne.
The suspension struts are angled
to allow longer suspension travel
and create a deeper and wider
cargo area. As well as providing
additional space, the car is also
easier to load.
The rear axle design minimises
dive and squat under acceleration
and braking. It also improves mid-
corner stabilit y and compensates
for sudden load transfer. In short:
it enables a more relaxed way
of driving. Examples of intelligent
light weight construction on the
rear axle include hollow drive
shafts.
Steering.
The steering system has been
completely revised and adapted
for a more immediate response
and greater driving dynamics.
Around the straight-ahead pos-
ition, in particular, the ratio is
now more direct. With the variable
steering ratio and special valve
set tings on the power-steering
system, optimum manoeuvrabilit y
is ensured. The turning circle
of the Cayenne models is just
11.9 metres.
The steering column itself
consists of multiple collapsing
sections linked by t wo universal
joints and a special deformation
element provides additional safet y
in the event of a front impact. Electro -hydraulic power steering
is used for the first time on the
Cayenne S Hybrid. The demand-
driven pump only provides
assistance to the steering as
and when required, thereby
contributing to overall efficiency.
Servotronic.
Servotronic is a speed-sensitive
power-steering system.
At higher speeds, the steering
becomes firmer, inputs are more
precise and driver comfort is
enhanced. At lower speeds, it
enables easy manoeuvrability
and parking.
Standard on the Cayenne S
Hybrid. Optional for all other
Cayenne models.
Front axle.
The chassis on the Cayenne
models offers a direct response –
for a more rewarding driving
experience.
The wishbones on the subf rame-
mounted front suspension with
Weight reduction.
The axle concept on the Cayenne
models features con sistent light-
weight construction. The results:
enhanced driving dynamics, lower
fuel consumption and optimum
occupant comfort.
Shedding weight.
Adding agility, economy and comfort.
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The st yling of the roof is further
enhanced by a set of three drip
rails included in the package. The
roof rails are required for fitment
of the optional roof transport
system and come in a high -gloss
black finish as part of the mono -
chrome black exterior package.
Only available as a factory-fit ted
option. Optional for all Cayenne
models.
Roof transport system.
Even when the luggage com-
partment is completely full, the
Cayenne has space for more.
In conjunction with the optional
roof rails, the car can be
equipped with a set of lockable
transverse roof bars for all the
usual load- carrying at tachments
from Porsche. The load-bearing
parts are made from aluminium
and enable a maximum roof load
of 100 kg. Load-carrying at tach-
ments are available from Porsche
Tequipment. Optional for all Cayenne
models.
when the car is fully laden. The
partition at taches to one of
t wo easily accessible points on
the rooflining.
Optional for all Cayenne
models.
Roof rails.
The high-qualit y roof rails in alu-
minium blend harmoniously with
the dynamic design of the vehicle.
Loadspace management
system.
This facilit y enables you to parti-
tion the luggage compartment
and secure individual objects dur-
ing transit using a rail system with
sliding telescopic bar, a fixing belt
and four variable lashing eyelets.
A reversible mat protects against
dirt while securing luggage under
braking, etc. The package also
includes a loadspace partition net
which provides additional safet y
Loadspace management system
Towbar systems.
For the largest of loads, you can
choose from t wo towing options:
an electrically deployable towbar
system or a manually detachable
towbar. With the electric system,
the ball neck is retracted at the
push of a but ton and concealed
beneath the rear apron. Both
options have a 13-pin socket and
of fer a maximum braked trailer load of 3,500 kg (2,700 kg on the
Cayenne with manual gearbox)
or an unbraked load of 750 kg,
with a maximum noseweight of
140 kg. Both systems are also
available for
future installation. All
models have a towbar preparation
as standard.
Optional for all Cayenne
models.
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108 · Comfort and transport | Transport