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Ah, the Porsche Cayenne … Vehicle highly criticized by purists when it was introduced. But nine years later, here it is more appreciated. A he forget his arrival controversial? Certainly, we can not blame the manufacturer for not having done his homework since the Cayenne has, since its inception, while the DNA of Porsche, including the invoice salt. But there is an SUV that matures, year after year.

 The redesign of the past year has probably been the most beneficial to the interior of the Porsche Cayenne 2012. Taking place on board, we discover a rich environment where the level of sophistication surprises at every turn. The number of buttons and controls located on the center console could confuse any amateur. Moreover, the manufacturer has had the excellent idea to give all the ergonomics and style of the Panamera. And what style! However, it has retained the grab handles on each side of the console element that bridges with earlier versions.

Affordable prestige Porsche Cayenne 2012

Story to appeal to a wider audience, the Porsche Cayenne 2012 is available in different flavors. This is unquestionably the model with the 3.6-liter V6 engine that makes 300 horsepower the more followers. This Cayenne whose base price is similar to what the competition offers and allows you to ride in a vehicle scratched the prestigious Porsche logo at lower cost. With its eight-speed Tiptronic transmission, it offers the best fuel economy. In return, you should not expect the performance of the foreground, but for many, this is sufficient.

 When considering the price / performance ratio, the more interesting choice is unquestionably the Cayenne S with a 4.8-liter V8 developing 400 horsepower. Combined with the eight-speed box, this engine from 0-100 km / h in a respectable 6.8 seconds. For those who want to play in the major leagues, the Cayenne Turbo with its 500-horsepower twin-turbo V8 offers the ultimate in performance and exclusivity this year at Porsche.

For more power Porsche Cayenne 2012

History compensate for the loss of the Cayenne Turbo S, the 550 horsepower and the exorbitant price exceeding $ 150,000 in an SUV were out of the ordinary, the manufacturer offers this year a group that is attached to the Cayenne Turbo and bringing its power to 540 horses. Furthermore some adjustments to the electronics of the motor, this set of options comprises two turbos new more effective with fins and titanium to a higher pressure. There is however likely that Turbo S version will be back in the lineup soon.

Cayenne green Porsche Cayenne 2012

For 2012, the Cayenne hybrid is still in the catalog. It has similar performance Cayenne S for a slightly higher price. In terms of mechanics, it has a V6 engine with 333 horsepower air which, combined with an electric motor 34 kw, develops a total power of 380 horsepower, released instantaneously.

 If your journey is made up of several sections of city or area congestion, this model could be a sensible choice, since its fuel consumption in the city is much smaller than the Cayenne S: 8.7 l/100 km compared to 14.5 l/100 km. This hybrid technology is also very effective. During our test, we were able to reach a speed of about 60 km / h using only the electric motor. For 2012, Porsche Cayenne 2012 has made some changes to its hybrid system. It is now possible to operate in electric mode during a cold start, whereas before we had to wait until the engine has reached its operating temperature.

 Despite its invoice salt and the exorbitant price of options, few offer SUV driving as exciting as the Porsche Cayenne 2012.

Porsche Cayenne 2012