Is the new Porsche Cayenne a V6 car?
And now, along comes the next surprise – an entry-level Cayenne with, whisper it, a new V6 engine from Volkswagen. If the Porsche purists haven’t already turned and walked away in disgust, they will now.
What’s the difference between Cayenne’s and 3.2 V6?
Indeed, the only things differentiating the Cayenne from the more powerful S are 17-inch allow wheels, the tailgate badge and brake calipers – the latter two painted black instead of silver. Porsche has also done its best to disguise the 3.2 V6.
How much ground clearance does a Porsche Cayenne have?
With a low-ratio ‘box and central differential locks, it feels virtually unstoppable in the rough – especially with the optional air suspension which provides a whopping 273mm of ground clearance. Inevitably, you come away from the Cayenne with mixed feelings.
What kind of tires do you need for a Porsche Cayenne?
When the Cayenne was launched, tire manufacturers were faced with a different challenge. A high-performance vehicle, heavy and wearing large rims. While the Cayenne falls into the SUV category, it requires tires from a smaller subset of those available for SUVs.
What kind of engine does a Porsche Cayenne have?
While the intake manifolds were unique to Porsche, these lumps were largely comprised of VW parts and featured two cylinder banks sharing only one cylinder head. They’re known as VR6 engines and they were used reliably in a long list of applications.
Is the Porsche Cayenne reliable on the road?
Porsche Cayenne reliability is fairly consistent across the board, from first-generation models (2003-2010) to second-generation (2011-2018) to brand new third-generation, off-the-showroom-floor examples. This is especially true for used Cayennes that have been taken care of with proper maintenance throughout their days on the road.
Is the Porsche Cayenne still a beauty queen?
Despite the restyled looks, the Cayenne is still no beauty queen. However, if you like your off-roaders fast and furious, the Porsche takes some beating. The entry-level V6 model benefits most from the changes, but despite slightly improved fuel economy, it’s still expensive both to buy and run.