The 2015 Porsche Cayenne lineup includes a number of interesting models that are sure to catch the eye. The highlight is the Cayenne S E-Hybrid, a fast and powerful gas-electric SUV equipped with all-electric drive.
The Cayenne S E-Hybrid packs a 333-horsepower 3.0-liter supercharged V6 engine and a 95-horsepower electric motor. It is capable of hitting speeds up to 242 km/h on gas and 125 km/h when under electric power alone. It can zoom from zero to 100 km/h in only 5.4 seconds.
The vehicle has a total torque reading of 435 pounds-feet available between 1,250 and 4,000 rpm.
Meanwhile, the non-hybrid 2015 Porsche Cayenne S is fitted with a new 3.6-liter twin-turbo V6 engine, providing 20 horsepower over the older Cayenne model. It has a top speed of 257 km/h.
Sporty Hybrid-Electric SUVs
The 2015 Porsche Cayenne Series Includes a Powerful Gas-Electric SUV
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Industry Implications
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