Interior of the Porsche Cayenne Diesel

As on every Porsche, the interior of the Cayenne is designed around the driver, combining sporting style with the very highest standards of ergonomics, comfort and quality.

Particularly striking features include the way the centre console rises to meet the dashboard – clearly inspired by the Carrera GT. This immediately enhances the interior structure, a continuation of the car’s dynamic exterior lines. The seat position and sports steering wheel offer exceptional support and contact – for an even sportier ride.

A typical Porsche feature: the five round instruments form the familiar cluster and are slightly raised from the dashboard as a visual unit. The high-resolution 4.8-inch TFT colour screen displays information from the onboard computer or, in conjunction with PCM including navigation module, map data from the navigation system. It also shows the settings of the optional adaptive cruise control or gives various warnings, such as alerts from Tyre Pressure Monitoring (TPM), which is also available as an option. On the Cayenne S Hybrid, the display also provides information about the energy management.

Oil pressure, oil and coolant temperature as well as the fuel level are displayed using analogue gauges, while the boost pressure gauge on the Cayenne Turbo is digital. A compass display in the instrument cluster is available as an option in conjunction with PCM. This shows the four cardinal and four ordinal directions with degree increments as well as your current altitude.

The steering column offers manual height and reach adjustment (electrically adjustable on the Cayenne Turbo). The steering wheel rim is in smooth-finish leather. As is the optional SportDesign steering wheel with gearshift paddles – for genuine race-style gearshift action. Also available as an option, the multifunction steering wheel enables easy access to a range of functions including audio and telephone.

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 easily.

Other practical features include door storage compartments with bottle holders front and rear.

The rear seats provide manual fore/aft adjustment as well as backrest adjustment and a 40/20/40 split-folding facility, thereby increasing the storage capacity from 580 to 1,780 litres (depending on the model).

All Cayenne models are fitted with electric windows, front and rear, with door-lock open/close facility as well as climate control and remote central locking.

The interior features a range of quality materials available in various combinations and comes in a choice of interior colours and finishes offering sporting style and exclusivity. There are also a number of optional interior packages in a selection of woods or in aluminium or carbon – for a race-inspired look.Source

Exterior Design of the Cayenne Diesel Turbo

The front wheel arches are extremely well defined, while the ‘power-domed’ engine lid further underlines the sheer power and resolution within – this is particularly dominant on the Cayenne Turbo. Other distinguishing features include the visibly drawn-in flanks.

The sharper profile exudes eagerness and determination, which is further emphasised by the dynamic rear roof pillars and flowing coupé-like silhouette.

The rear wheel arches are typical of a sportscar, streamlined and muscular, while the contoured roof spoiler pays homage to the Carrera GT. Further proof of how harmoniously our performance concept has been integrated into our design philosophy – across the entire model range.

The tapered rear screen and streamlined rear section underline the flared wheel arches – for a typically distinctive rear view. Source

Character of The Cayenne Diesel

Boasting outstanding performance and efficiency, the Cayenne Diesel is ideal for longer journeys – offering high levels of torque, while fuel consumption remains low.

Its new 3.0-litre V6 turbo-diesel engine is now more powerful and refined, and approximately 20 kg lighter.* 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.

Direct fuel injection comes courtesy 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. Combined with optimised channelling of the intake air, it enhances the charging effect, thereby generating a higher output and impressive torque, even at low engine speeds.

The standard eight-speed Tiptronic S includes gearshift controls on the steering wheel. Transmitting the high torque of the Cayenne Diesel smoothly and effectively, the eight gears are designed to facilitate both economical driving with low fuel consumption and performance driving with emphatic acceleration.

Porsche Traction Management (PTM) permanent all-wheel drive with self-locking centre differential 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 low.

The Cayenne Diesel: proof that a 100-metre sprinter can also run a marathon. Source