400 horsepower.
Eight speeds. Total Porsche.
The new Cayenne S
400 hp @ 6,500 rpm
0-60 mph: 5.6 s
Top Track Speed: 160 mph
The “S” affixed to a Porsche model has always been an indication of heightened performance and abundant reserves of power. With the Cayenne S, the special letter isn’t your only visual clue: The black slats on the air intakes and the 18-inch Cayenne S III wheels also hint at what lies within.
Under the hood, the new, lighter Cayenne S is fitted with a 4.8-liter, naturally aspirated V8 engine that deploys Direct Fuel Injection, VarioCam Plus and a two-stage intake manifold to create 400 horsepower and maximum torque of 369 lb.-ft. Top track speed is 160 mph, and the Cayenne S accelerates from 0–60 mph in as little as 5.6 seconds. All this with impressive fuel economy, thanks to a weight reduction of 397 pounds.
Of course, to apply exceptional power like this requires precise control. Drive is transmitted to the road by the eight-speed Tiptronic S; it includes two ergonomic switches for manual gear changes on the standard multifunction steering wheel.
The new Cayenne S also uses Porsche Traction Management. This active all-wheeldrive system features an electronically variable, mapcontrolled multi-plate clutch, an Automatic Brake Differential and Anti-Slip Regulation. Working in conjunction with the advanced Porsche Stability Management, PTM ensures the required torque split in every driving scenario, whether on-road or off-, during spirited driving or leisurely journeys, or even when towing heavy loads.
Other features that are standard include the Bluetooth® hands-free phone interface, universal audio interface, AUX-in and a moonroof.