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Body style: SUV (Sports Utility Vehicle)
Segment: Premium SUV
Production years: 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007

PORSCHE Cayenne Turbo (955) 2002-2007 44 Photos
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As in the 911 range, the Turbo was the top of the line version for the Cayenne. It was introduced at the same time with the rest of the range and it offered Porsche performances in an SUV-form.

It was inconceivable for a Porsche fan to accept an SUV from the famous sports-car manufacturer. But the car was needed. The German brand needed a car to sell in volumes and save them from a foreseeable financial collapse. The Cayenne Turbo managed to satisfy the customers who were looking for a performance vehicle in an SUV shape.

The exterior look was inspired by the 911, with headlights that resembled those installed on the 911 - 996 version. The front bumper was tall and crossed by no less than four grilles, either for the look or to cool the engine. As any SUV on the market, the Cayenne featured a tall greenhouse, which was somehow unusual for the Porsche brand. The Turbo version was designed to be the sportiest version for the medium-sized SUV. In the back, a quad exhaust system was installed and an aluminum shield was seen under the bumper.

Inside, the gear-selector was carried-over from 911. The instrument panel featured two large round dials with a central multi-functional display. A tall center console separated the front passengers. The power-adjustable leather front seats were accompanied by the rear leather bench, which featured a split-backseat to extend the trunk space. The Cayenne S featured a Bose sound system with 14 speakers. A Porsche Communication Management (PCM) infotainment unit with navigation and a backup camera was available.

Under the hood, the Cayenne Turbo was fitted with a turbocharged 4.5-liter V8 unit mated to a standard 6-speed automatic. Thanks to the standard air-suspension, the Turbo version could get up to 28 cm (11”) of ground clearance.

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PORSCHE Cayenne Turbo (955) 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007
  1 gasoline engine
  • 4.5L V8 6AT (450 HP)

PORSCHE Cayenne Turbo (955)
4.5L V8 6AT (450 HP)

ENGINE SPECS - 4.5L V8 6AT (450 HP)
Cylinders:V8
Displacement:4511 cm3
Power:331 KW @ 6000 RPM
450 HP @ 6000 RPM
444 BHP @ 6000 RPM
Torque:457 lb-ft @ 2250 RPM
620 Nm @ 2250 RPM
Fuel System:Turbocharged Multipoint Injection
Fuel:Gasoline
PERFORMANCE SPECS
Top Speed:165 mph (266 km/h)
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph):5.6 s
TRANSMISSION SPECS
Drive Type:All Wheel Drive
Gearbox:6-speed automatic
BRAKES SPECS
Front:Ventilated Discs
Rear:Ventilated Discs
TIRES SPECS
Tire Size:255/55 R18
DIMENSIONS
Length:188.4 in (4785 mm)
Width:75.9 in (1928 mm)
Height:66.9 in (1699 mm)
Front/rear Track:64.8/65.4 in (1,646/1,661 mm)
Wheelbase:112.4 in (2855 mm)
Ground Clearance:10.7 in (272 mm)
Cargo Volume:19.1 cuFT (541 L)
Aerodynamics (Cd):0.39
WEIGHT SPECS
Unladen Weight:5192 lbs (2355 kg)
Gross Weight Limit:6790 lbs (3080 kg)
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC)
City:10.7 mpg US (22 L/100Km)
Highway:19.8 mpg US (11.9 L/100Km)
Combined:15 mpg US (15.7 L/100Km)
CO2 Emissions:378 g/km
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