Porsche telah memperkenalkan varian 2026 Porsche Cayenne S Electric, sekali gus meluaskan lagi rangkaian Cayenne serba elektrik jenama itu. Model baharu ini diletakkan di antara Cayenne Electric asas dan varian prestasi tertinggi Cayenne Turbo Electric.

Varian ini menghasilkan 400 kW (544 PS) daripada sistem pacuan semua roda dwi-motor, meningkat kepada 490 kW (666 PS) apabila fungsi Launch Control diaktifkan. Porsche mendakwa Cayenne S Electric mampu memecut dari 0–100 km/j dalam 3.8 saat, dengan kelajuan maksimum 250 km/j.

Seperti varian Cayenne Electric lain, model S menggunakan bateri voltan tinggi berkapasiti 113 kWh, memberikan jarak pemanduan sehingga 653 km mengikut standard WLTP. SUV ini turut menyokong pengecasan pantas DC sehingga 400 kW, membolehkan pengecasan 10–80% dalam masa kurang daripada 16 minit dalam keadaan optimum.

Cayenne S Electric juga dilengkapi sistem penyejukan minyak terus untuk motor elektrik belakang, teknologi yang turut digunakan pada Cayenne Turbo Electric bagi memastikan prestasi kekal konsisten walaupun ketika pemanduan berprestasi tinggi secara berterusan.

Dari segi rekaan, varian S menerima rekaan bampar depan dan belakang khusus, selain pilihan kelengkapan tambahan serta opsyen penyesuaian yang lebih luas. Porsche turut memperkenalkan pakej rekaan baharu di bawah rangkaian “Style”, termasuk Interior Style Package yang akan ditawarkan untuk keseluruhan barisan Cayenne Electric.

Bila Masuk Malaysia?

Buat masa ini, Porsche Cayenne Electric masih belum dilancarkan di Malaysia, namun kemasukannya ke pasaran tempatan dilihat hanya menunggu masa berdasarkan strategi pelancaran Porsche kebelakangan ini.

Sebagai contoh, Macan Electric diperkenalkan di peringkat global terlebih dahulu sebelum dilancarkan di Malaysia kira-kira 10 bulan kemudian. Dengan Cayenne Electric membuat penampilan global pada November 2025, pelancaran tempatan sekitar suku ketiga 2026 dilihat sebagai jangka masa yang munasabah.

Dalam masa yang sama, Cayenne versi enjin pembakaran dalaman masih belum akan dihentikan dalam masa terdekat. Sime Darby Auto Performance (SDAP) sebelum ini telah mempamerkan Cayenne facelift dan Cayenne S E-Hybrid Coupé yang dikemas kini, menandakan model petrol dan plug-in hibrid akan terus ditawarkan seiring dengan varian elektrik.

Strategi ini bukanlah sesuatu yang baharu bagi Porsche. Perkara sama turut dilihat pada Macan, di mana versi elektrik dan enjin pembakaran dalaman dijual serentak sebelum model ICE tersebut dihentikan secara berperingkat di Malaysia tahun lalu.

Porsche has introduced the 2026 Porsche Cayenne S Electric variant, expanding the brand’s all-electric Cayenne range with a model positioned between the base Cayenne Electric and the range-topping Cayenne Turbo Electric.

The new variant delivers 400 kW (544 PS) from its dual-motor all-wheel-drive setup, rising to 490 kW (666 PS) with Launch Control. Porsche claims the Cayenne S Electric can accelerate from 0–100 km/h in 3.8 seconds, with a top speed of 250 km/h.

Like the other Cayenne Electric variants, the S uses a 113 kWh high-voltage battery, offering up to 653 km of WLTP range. The SUV supports up to 400 kW DC fast charging, enabling a 10–80% charge in under 16 minutes under ideal conditions.

The Cayenne S Electric also adopts direct oil cooling for the rear electric motor, a feature shared with the Cayenne Turbo Electric that helps maintain performance during sustained high loads.

Visually, the S model gains model-specific front and rear styling, along with additional equipment and customisation options. Porsche is also introducing curated design packages under a new “Style” product line, starting with an Interior Style Package that will be available across the Cayenne Electric range.

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Malaysia Launch When?

While the 2026 Porsche Cayenne Electric has yet to be launched in Malaysia, its arrival locally appears likely given Porsche Malaysia’s recent rollout strategy.

Looking at the Macan, the Macan Electric was introduced globally before being launched in Malaysia roughly 10 months later, suggesting a similar timeline could apply for the Cayenne Electric. With the SUV making its global debut in November 2025, a Q3 2026 launch window would be realistic.

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At the same time, Porsche’s combustion-powered Cayenne is not disappearing anytime soon. Sime Darby Auto Performance (SDAP) previewed the facelifted Cayenne and Cayenne S E-Hybrid Coupe, indicating that petrol and hybrid versions will continue to be sold alongside the electric model.

This mirrors Porsche’s broader strategy already seen with the Macan, where electric and internal combustion versions were offered concurrently before the ICE model was quietly phased out in Malaysia last year.

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Driving enthusiasts eventually have to grow up and face life’s responsibilities, that sometimes means giving up on their passion and embracing the reality that their cars need more space for their growing families.

But is that necessarily true? Not if Porsche can help it.

The Porsche Cayenne was designed for exactly that, for driving enthusiasts who need more space yet did not want to sacrifice on driving pleasure.

And for Malaysians, the Cayenne is extra special because Malaysia is the only other country outside Europe where the Cayenne is assembled.

There are only two other countries where the Cayenne is built, one in its home nation of Leipzig, Germany, and the other is in Bratislava, Slovakia.

In a world full of options, the Porsche Cayenne stands out as the one true icon by striking a perfect balance for those craving something that ignites their fun-loving nature yet remains functional.

The locally-assembled Porsche Cayenne breaks boundaries as it comes with a price tag of just RM599,999, and absolutely retains the manufacturing precision and quality of its fully imported brethren.

It offers the razor-sharp driving dynamics that we have come to expect of a Porsche together with the visceral appeal, particularly when you floor the pedal on highways or chuck it into a corner as you would its coupe siblings.

As a spacious five-seater, the Cayenne has a Jekyll and Hyde character. It can entertain you for hours on end on curvaceous roads, and when you reach home, it can transform into a comfortable, spacious family SUV for with space for their luggage thanks to its cavernous 772 litres of boot space.

And in case the wife needs to get new furniture, the boot space can extend to 1,708 litres with the rear seats folded flat. Versatility is obviously the name of the game for the Cayenne.

However, performance and driving pleasure are not the Cayenne’s only qualities.

The locally-assembled Porsche Cayenne offers all the qualities one would expect from a fully-imported Porsche as well. In fact, the build quality of Porsches does not differ no matter where it is built, only that it wears the iconic Porsche crest, an ode to the marque’s build quality.

And of course, it comes with the characteristic DNA we have come to expect of a Porsche as well.

At the front of the Cayenne sits a 3.0-litre, turbocharged, V6 engine putting out 353PS and 500Nm of torque. A lightning-quick 8-speed Tiptronic S automatic transmission channels all that power to all four wheels, giving it a century sprint time of 6.0 seconds flat and a top speed 248kph.

The powertrain responds immediately to the driver’s every prod of the throttle, delivering immediate performance that is to be expected of the marque.

Inside, you will find a modern interior with what Porsche calls, five racing seats. The latter a nod to the Cayenne’s performance that can be shared with the entire family. As Porsche says, the Cayenne allows you to ‘sports car together.’

The middle of the dash is dominated by a 12.3-inch central display for the Porsche Communication Management (PCM) system, allowing access to key controls of the vehicle’s settings, navigation as well as infotainment. Right atop the dash is the Sport Chrono stopwatch that symbolises Porsche’s performance heritage.

All that soothing audio from the PCM reaches the occupants through a Bose Surround System, giving the sonorous V6 engine a run for its money. Below the screen sits additional convenience in the form of a cooled smartphone compartment with wireless charging.

Drivers take the reins by gripping on the perfectly sculpted multifunction sports steering wheel that comes with shift paddles for when road lays down a challenge.

Behind the steering wheel is a new 12.-6-inch curved display with the tachometer sitting front and centre among the other dials, prioritising performance just like every Porsche before it.

The seating position is pin point perfect with seats adapted to hold you in place when the roads get interesting, or to keep you comfortable over miles and miles of highway.

Working to keep you comfortable and in control at the same time is a new adaptive air suspension system including Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM). Depending on the drive mode, this can soften the suspension for maximum comfort for all passengers or stiffen the suspension for maximum cornering performance.

Working hand in hand with the PASM is Porsche Traction Management (PTM), an active, all-wheel-drive system that delivers maximum traction and optimise torque distribution in any driving condition, be it on the road or off it.

This comes as standard with the Malaysian assembled Cayenne, along with other advanced features such as the Sport Chronograph Package, Adaptive Cruise Control, soft-close doors, Power Steering Plus, Park Assist with Surround View, Matrix LED headlights and Lane Keeping Assist, among many others of course.

With sports car like performance available on tap as well as space for the family, the Cayenne is the definition of a performance car for the entire family.

Now made in Malaysia with an attractive price tag, the Porsche Cayenne stands out in a saturated market as the one proper performance SUV with practicality for the entire family.

Your locally-assembled Porsche Cayenne can be had in three stunning shades to further stand out, Chromite Black Metallic, Quarzite Grey Metallic or Carrara White Metallic. Additionally, the interior can be stitched in timeless pure Black Leather upholstery or have a little scarlet thrown in with the Black-Bordeaux Red Leather option.

The Porsche Cayenne is proof that you don’t need to give up on your passion for performance and driving, you just need the right Porsche.

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Bahagian dalaman SUV ini masih mengekalkan gaya sporty ikonik Porsche, namun diperkaya dengan sentuhan digital moden. Flow Display OLED melengkung membentang sepanjang papan pemuka, digandingkan dengan kluster instrumen digital 14.25 inci serta pilihan skrin penumpang 14.9 inci yang boleh digunakan untuk video dan aplikasi.

Turut disertakan ialah paparan kepala realiti terimbuh (AR head-up display), yang memaparkan navigasi dan panduan terus ke pandangan jalan dengan jelas.

Dari segi keselesaan, Cayenne Electric menampilkan tempat duduk belakang boleh laras elektrik, pemanas pada tempat duduk, perehat tangan serta panel pintu, selain Mood Modes baharu yang mampu menyesuaikan pencahayaan, bunyi, kawalan iklim dan posisi tempat duduk untuk suasana santai atau fokus. Bumbung panoramik dengan Variable Light Control juga membolehkan pemilik memilih mod lutsinar, legap atau separa lut.

Bagi pemilik yang gemar kelainan, Porsche menawarkan lebih banyak pilihan peribadi berbanding sebelum ini – termasuk 13 kombinasi warna, empat pakej dalaman, lima set aksen, serta pilihan material baharu seperti kulit dalam warna Magnesium Grey, Lavender dan Sage Grey, atau kabin bebas kulit dengan kemasan Race-Tex bersama fabrik Pepita. Bagi mereka yang mahukan hasil unik, bahagian Porsche Exclusive Manufaktur dan Sonderwunsch sedia memenuhi tempahan khas.

Dari aspek teknologi, SUV ini hadir dengan Voice Pilot berasaskan AI, yang mampu memahami arahan suara secara semula jadi tanpa perlu diulang untuk melaras fungsi keselesaan, navigasi dan hiburan. Selain itu, sistem Porsche Digital Key membolehkan kenderaan dikunci, dibuka atau dikongsi aksesnya kepada sehingga tujuh individu hanya melalui telefon pintar atau jam pintar.

Dengan gabungan paparan digital canggih, ciri keselesaan premium serta pilihan peribadi yang luas, Cayenne Electric bakal menjadi SUV paling maju dari segi digital dalam sejarah Porsche.

Model elektrik baharu Porsche Cayenne telah mula mencuri tumpuan walaupun sebelum pelancarannya secara rasmi. Ketika jenama Jerman itu melaksanakan siri ujian global terhadap prototaip hampir siap pengeluaran, SUV berprestasi tinggi ini telah membuktikan keupayaan luar biasa baik dari sudut dinamik pemanduan mahupun kebolehgunaan harian.

Salah satu detik yang paling mencuri perhatian berlaku di bukit ikonik Shelsley Walsh di England—laluan sukan bermotor tertua yang masih aktif di dunia. Dalam satu sesi penggambaran istimewa, Porsche menghantar prototaip Cayenne elektrik yang masih menyamar ke laluan sempit sejauh 914 meter itu, yang memiliki kecerunan sehingga 16.7 peratus dan hanya selebar 3.5 meter pada sesetengah bahagian. Diterajui oleh Gabriela Jílková—pemandu simulator dan pembangunan dari pasukan Formula E TAG Heuer Porsche—SUV ini mencatat masa menakjubkan 31.28 saat, sekaligus memecahkan rekod pendakian kategori SUV sebelum ini dengan lebih empat saat.

Menurut Jílková, cabaran laluan yang sempit dan tiada zon pelarian menjadikan ujian ini sangat ekstrem, namun pengendalian prototaip Cayenne yang stabil dan responsif membolehkannya menamatkan pendakian dengan penuh yakin. Ini menggariskan tahap kejuruteraan Porsche yang tinggi dalam membina platform elektrik yang bukan sahaja berkuasa, tetapi juga lincah dalam keadaan mencabar.

Prototaip ini dilengkapi dengan sistem casis adaptif baharu yang dikenali sebagai Porsche Active Ride. Sistem ini memastikan ketinggian kenderaan kekal seimbang ketika membrek, mengambil selekoh atau memecut, memberikan kestabilan maksimum pada setiap masa. Menurut Naib Presiden bagi barisan produk Cayenne, Michael Schätzle, teknologi tersebut memperluas keseimbangan antara keselesaan dan prestasi—suatu prinsip utama dalam falsafah Porsche.

Cayenne Electric turut mencatatkan pecutan luar biasa, melepasi tanda 60 kaki dalam hanya 1.94 saat—satu angka yang setanding dengan kereta lumba satu tempat duduk yang menggunakan tayar perlumbaan. Menariknya, SUV ini mencapai masa tersebut hanya dengan tayar musim panas biasa, sekaligus memperlihatkan potensi pecutan semula jadi yang ada pada platform EV Porsche. Schätzle menegaskan bahawa walaupun beberapa aspek talaan akhir masih dijalankan, sistem kuasa dan komponen mekanikal prototaip tersebut telah pun mencapai tahap spesifikasi pengeluaran.

Selain keupayaan prestasi, Porsche turut menggunakan peluang ini untuk menonjolkan aspek kepraktisan Cayenne Electric. Dalam sebuah segmen filem yang melibatkan personaliti televisyen Britain, Richard Hammond, prototaip tersebut digunakan untuk menarik sebuah kereta vintaj berusia lebih 100 tahun dari Hereford ke kediamannya. Dengan jumlah berat treler dan kereta sekitar tiga tan, Cayenne Electric berjaya menunda beban tersebut dengan mudah. Hammond memuji kenderaan itu kerana mampu menjalankan tugas berat tersebut dengan lancar dan stabil.

Menepati komitmen Porsche untuk mengekalkan keupayaan utiliti, Cayenne Electric telah dibangunkan untuk menyamai, malah melebihi kemampuan model berenjin pembakaran. SUV elektrik ini dijangka menjadi antara kenderaan elektrik bateri pertama di dunia yang menerima pensijilan keupayaan menunda sehingga 3,500kg, bergantung kepada varian. Keupayaan ini disokong oleh integriti struktur, ketahanan sistem pemanduan dan kawalan suhu yang direka untuk penggunaan berat.

Walaupun Porsche akan terus menawarkan model berenjin pembakaran dalaman dan hibrid untuk Cayenne dalam tempoh beberapa tahun akan datang, Schätzle menekankan bahawa hanya elektrifikasi membolehkan pencapaian prestasi sehebat ini. Beliau menjelaskan bahawa Cayenne Electric bukan sekadar penambahan kepada barisan SUV Porsche, tetapi simbol hala tuju masa depan—menggabungkan teknologi pemanduan elektrik canggih dengan kepraktisan sebenar yang dinantikan oleh pelanggan.

Porsche dijangka mempersembahkan prototaip Cayenne Electric sekali lagi kepada umum pada Festival Kelajuan Goodwood dari 10 hingga 13 Julai 2025. Dengan penampilan penuh yakin dan prestasi yang telah terbukti, model ini pasti akan menjadi tarikan utama, memberikan pandangan eksklusif tentang masa depan segmen elektrik jenama prestij Jerman tersebut.

One of the most striking showcases took place at the historic Shelsley Walsh hill climb in England. There, as part of a film production, Porsche sent its camouflaged electric SUV up the narrow and demanding course, where it went on to break the previous record for a sport utility vehicle by more than four seconds. Gabriela Jílková, a simulator and development driver with the TAG Heuer Porsche Formula E Team, piloted the vehicle up the 914-metre course, which features gradients of up to 16.7 per cent and is just 3.5 metres wide at certain points. On her first attempt, she completed the climb in 31.28 seconds, setting a new benchmark for SUVs at the century-old motorsport venue.

Jílková noted that despite the unforgiving nature of the course—with minimal room for error and no run-off zones—the prototype’s advanced chassis and suspension provided outstanding stability and responsiveness. Her confidence in the vehicle’s handling, even under extreme conditions, underscored the dynamic capability Porsche is building into its electric Cayenne.

The record-breaking prototype was equipped with Porsche Active Ride, the brand’s new adaptive chassis system. Designed to keep the vehicle level under all driving conditions—be it braking, cornering or acceleration—this system ensures a consistent and confident connection to the road. Michael Schätzle, Vice President of the Cayenne product line, explained that this technology significantly broadens the spectrum between ride comfort and performance, a hallmark of the new model’s engineering philosophy.

Performance figures from the run were impressive beyond the overall time. The Cayenne Electric accelerated past the 60-foot mark in just 1.94 seconds, a figure comparable to purpose-built single-seater racing cars running on slick tyres. Notably, the prototype achieved this feat on regular summer tyres, highlighting the raw acceleration of Porsche’s electrified platform. Schätzle confirmed that while final tuning is still underway, the powertrain and mechanical setup of the hill climb vehicle were already at production-level specification.

Alongside its dynamic demonstration, Porsche used the opportunity to showcase the SUV’s practicality. British TV personality Richard Hammond featured the prototype in a film segment that involved towing a vintage vehicle over 100 years old from Hereford to his garage. The Cayenne Electric, despite hauling a trailer with a combined weight of approximately three tonnes, managed the task with ease. Hammond remarked on the vehicle’s effortless towing performance, a testament to its robust design and power delivery.

In keeping with this usability focus, Porsche has engineered the Cayenne Electric to be as capable as its combustion-engined counterparts in terms of utility. The electric model is expected to be among the first battery-electric vehicles globally to receive certification for a towing capacity of up to 3,500kg, depending on the variant. This includes the structural integrity, drivetrain durability and thermal management required for such demanding tasks.

According to Schätzle, Porsche remains committed to offering internal combustion and hybrid Cayenne models well into the next decade. Nevertheless, he emphasised that the exceptional performance displayed in England was achievable only through electrification. The Cayenne Electric, he said, is poised to redefine standards in the high-performance SUV segment, combining cutting-edge propulsion with the practical features customers expect from the brand.

Porsche plans to present the prototype to the public once more at the upcoming Goodwood Festival of Speed, set to take place from 10 to 13 July 2025. With its bold camouflage livery and proven performance credentials, the Cayenne Electric is expected to draw significant attention at the event, offering another glimpse of what the future holds for Porsche’s electrified lineup.

Generasi Keempat Elektrik: Cayenne yang akan datang akan menandakan penyertaan Porsche dalam segmen SUV semua elektrik, memanfaatkan Premium Platform Electric (PPE) dengan seni bina 800 volt. Platform canggih ini menyokong sistem voltan tinggi serta rangkaian kuasa dan teknologi casis generasi akan datang, menetapkan standard baru untuk cita-cita elektrik Porsche.

Pilihan Penjana Kuasa: Selain daripada Cayenne sepenuhnya elektrik yang baharu, Porsche akan terus menawarkan model generasi ketiga dengan penjana kuasa pembakaran dan hibrid yang dinaik taraf. Pendekatan ini memastikan pelanggan mempunyai pelbagai pilihan, memenuhi pelbagai keperluan dan cita rasa.

Prestasi dan Piawaian: Cayenne baharu bertujuan untuk mentakrifkan semula standard dalam segmen SUV dengan prestasi pemanduan yang tinggi, kecekapan, dan keselesaan. Porsche memberi tumpuan kepada penyelesaian pengecasan berkapasiti tinggi dan stabil, serta meningkatkan kebolehgunaan harian untuk melengkapi rangkaian kuasa elektrik termaju mereka.

Pembangunan dan Pengujian: Pembangunan Cayenne sepenuhnya elektrik melibatkan berjuta-juta kilometer ujian di bawah keadaan ekstrem untuk memastikan ketahanan dan kebolehpercayaan. Ujian ketat ini mengikuti fasa pembangunan digital yang meluas serta ujian awal yang dijalankan di Pusat Pembangunan Weissach Porsche.

Matlamat Elektrifikasi Masa Depan: Porsche komited untuk memastikan lebih daripada 80% daripada model baharunya adalah elektrik sepenuhnya menjelang tahun 2030. Matlamat bercita-cita tinggi ini menegaskan dedikasi Porsche terhadap mobiliti elektrik, sebagai tindak balas kepada permintaan global dan perkembangan teknologi.

Peralihan Porsche kepada Cayenne sepenuhnya elektrik menandakan evolusi besar dalam barisan SUV mereka. Dengan menggabungkan ciri prestasi terkenal Cayenne dengan teknologi elektrifikasi yang inovatif, Porsche menyasarkan untuk memimpin pasaran SUV elektrik mewah sambil terus menawarkan alternatif enjin hibrid dan pembakaran berprestasi tinggi. Langkah strategik ini mencerminkan komitmen Porsche untuk membentuk masa depan mobiliti dengan penyelesaian termaju.

All-Electric Fourth Generation: The upcoming Cayenne will mark Porsche’s foray into all-electric SUVs, leveraging the Premium Platform Electric (PPE) with an 800-volt architecture. This advanced platform supports high-voltage systems and next-generation powertrains and chassis technologies, setting the stage for Porsche’s electric ambitions.

Powertrain Options: In addition to the new all-electric Cayenne, Porsche will continue offering the third-generation model with upgraded combustion and hybrid powertrains. This dual approach ensures customers have access to a diverse range of options, catering to various preferences and needs.

Performance and Standards: The all-new Cayenne aims to redefine standards in the SUV segment with its high driving performance, efficiency, and comfort. Porsche is focusing on high-capacity and stable charging solutions and enhancing everyday usability to complement its advanced electric powertrain.

Development and Testing: Extensive development for the all-electric Cayenne includes millions of test kilometers under extreme conditions to ensure durability and reliability. This rigorous testing follows an extensive phase of digital development and initial trials conducted at Porsche’s Weissach Development Centre.

Future Electrification Goals: Porsche is committed to delivering more than 80% of its new cars as fully electrified models by 2030. This ambitious goal underscores Porsche’s dedication to electromobility, responding to global demand and advancing technological trends.

Porsche’s transition to an all-electric Cayenne signifies a major evolution in its SUV lineup. By fusing the Cayenne’s renowned performance characteristics with innovative electrification technology, Porsche aims to lead the luxury electric SUV market while continuing to offer high-performance hybrid and combustion engine alternatives. This strategic move reflects Porsche’s commitment to shaping the future of mobility with cutting-edge solutions.

Dengan enjin V8 pengecas twin-turbo 4.0 liter yang dinaik taraf, Cayenne GTS mempunyai 493hp dan 660Nm tork. Ini bermakna ia boleh pergi dari 0 hingga 100km/j dalam masa 4.4 saat sahaja, memberikan pengalaman pemanduan yang menarik.

Pengendalian adalah tempat Cayenne GTS bersinar, terima kasih kepada penalaan tepat Porsche. Ia didatangkan dengan suspensi udara dua ruang yang ditentukur khas, peredam penyesuaian Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM), dan bearing pivot gandar hadapan yang dipinjam daripada model Turbo GT. Ini meningkatkan ketangkasan dan ketepatan, terutamanya di jalan berliku.

Secara visual, Cayenne GTS kelihatan atletik dengan fascia hadapan yang dikemas kini, salur udara yang lebih besar, lampu belakang berwarna gelap, hujung ekzos gangsa gelap dan aksen hitam berkilat. Pakej Reka Bentuk Sport dan tayar Reka Bentuk RS Spyder 21 inci standard menambah penampilan sportynya.

Varian Cayenne GTS Coupe menawarkan lebih banyak peningkatan seperti spoiler belakang aktif dan Sistem Ekzos Sukan pilihan, menjadikannya lebih berorientasikan prestasi. Penggemar juga boleh memilih pakej ringan, termasuk penyebar belakang gentian karbon dan penebat bunyi yang dikurangkan, untuk rasa pemanduan yang lebih tajam.

Di dalam, Cayenne GTS didatangkan dengan stereng sport GT yang dipanaskan sebagai standard, dan bahan Race-Tex berkualiti tinggi digunakan di seluruh kabin. Fabrik seperti suede meliputi lapisan bumbung, tempat letak tangan, panel pintu dan panel tengah tempat duduk sukan boleh laras lapan hala, menawarkan keselesaan dan gaya. Dua pakej dalaman khusus GTS dalam Carmine Red atau Slate Grey Neo juga tersedia untuk sentuhan yang diperibadikan.

Ditetapkan untuk dikeluarkan di pasaran A.S. pada September 2024, Porsche Cayenne GTS 2025 bermula pada $126,895 (RM607,192) untuk SUV standard dan $131,495 (RM629,203) untuk Coupe. Walaupun ia lebih mahal daripada asas Cayenne, GTS menawarkan keseimbangan prestasi dan kemampuan yang hebat berbanding model Turbo GT teratas.

Cayenne GTS kekal dengan tradisi GTS dengan menawarkan pengalaman pemanduan yang menarik pada harga yang kompetitif, menjadikannya pilihan utama bagi peminat yang mencari prestasi tinggi dalam barisan Cayenne.

The Cayenne GTS excels in handling, benefiting from Porsche’s meticulous tuning, featuring a specially-calibrated two-chamber air suspension, Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) adaptive dampers, and front axle pivot bearings borrowed from the Turbo GT model. These refinements enhance agility and precision, particularly on winding roads.

Aesthetically, the Cayenne GTS exudes athleticism with its revised front fascia, enlarged air intakes, tinted taillights, dark bronze exhaust tips, and gloss black accents. The Sport Design Package and standard 21-inch RS Spyder Design wheels further emphasise its sporty stance.

The Cayenne GTS Coupe variant offers additional enhancements such as an active rear spoiler and optional Sport Exhaust System, elevating its performance-oriented appeal. Enthusiasts can opt for lightweight packages, including a carbon fiber rear diffuser and reduced sound insulation, for a sharper driving experience.

The interior of the Cayenne GTS features a heated GT sports steering wheel as standard. The high-quality material Race-Tex can also be found throughout the car. The suede-like fabric covers the roof lining, armrests and door panels, as well as the centre panels of the eight-way-adjustable sports seats. The side bolsters have been further raised to offer even more lateral support when cornering. Two alternative, GTS-specific interior packages in Carmine Red or Slate Grey Neo are also available from Porsche for a more customised look.

Scheduled for release in the U.S. market for September 2024, the 2025 Porsche Cayenne GTS is priced at $126,895 (RM607,192) for the standard SUV and $131,495 (RM629,203) for the Coupe. While it commands a premium over the base Cayenne, the GTS offers an enticing balance of performance and affordability compared to the range-topping Turbo GT model.

The Cayenne GTS upholds the GTS tradition by delivering a thrilling driving experience at a competitive price point, making it an attractive option for enthusiasts seeking the optimal blend of performance in the Cayenne lineup.

Porsche would lose many of its loyal fans who thought the company had lost its direction with the Cayenne. Most of them would later return when the Cayenne turned out to be Porsche’s savior.

The Cayenne would go on to be Porsche’s best-selling model for many years, until the Macan arrived but that’s a different story. A lot has been written about the Cayenne since then, but crucially the success of the Cayenne provided much needed cash flow for Porsche to continue building cars it was well known for, like the Turbo, the GT3 and the GT2. Not to mention all the RS variants that have since come along.

“I first saw the first-generation Cayenne testing around the streets of Stuttgart before the launch as I was there for a meeting,” said a former dealer recently in an exclusive but private interview.

“Just like everyone else, I didn’t think much of the design, but then I drove the car and was blown away. I have had the good fortune to own several Porsches and even race them, and the Cayenne is still very much a Porsche at heart. And I have owned every generation since the launch and still drive a Cayenne today,” said the person who we must keep anonymous due to a watertight non-disclosure agreement.

And therein lies the appeal of the Cayenne. Despite its size, its clumsy looks and weight, it is still very much a Porsche underneath. Call it a wolf in sheep’s clothing but the Cayenne probably single-handedly put the word Sport in Sport Utility Vehicle. And almost every automaker who builds a high-performance SUV must thank Porsche for the major risk it took when introducing the Cayenne.

We can go on and on about how successful the Cayenne is and how it has won several races and even explored roads where a SUV is not meant to go. But there is so much out there already that all it takes is a simple Google search.

We are here though to talk about how proud Malaysians should be for the fact that Malaysia is the only country outside of Europe where a Cayenne is built.

Since 2019, the Cayenne has been assembled in Kulim, Kedah through a joint venture between Sime Darby and Porsche AG. This has not only made the Cayenne more accessible to more Malaysians but it has also created high-skill jobs for Malaysians.

Not only that, Porsche has ensured that the Cayenne looks and feels exactly the same as its European made siblings. Step inside a locally-made Cayenne and it does not only look and feel the same but it also smells the same. It makes one wonder, if Audi has its legendary nose team that ensures all Audis smell the same, does Porsche have its own nose team as well? That is a question for a separate interview.

Now in its third-generation, the Cayenne is as popular as ever with Porsche selling 100,000 units worldwide in 2022 alone. With 2023 coming to a close soon, we are expecting the Cayenne to have found even more homes. Why? Because Porsche introduced the facelifted version of the third-generation Cayenne earlier this year, and it builds on the strengths of the already very capable model it is based upon.

Porsche Malaysia introduced the facelifted Cayenne for the Malaysian market in early October of this year, becoming the second locally assembled Cayenne. And just like the first one, it too looks and feels like it was made in Europe. And Porsche deserves credit for that since consistency in the automotive business is always difficult to emulate.

While the underpinnings may be the same, the face-lifted Cayenne is distinguished by an updated design. The front features arches at the side of the new bonnet that is also taller by a few millimeters, giving the new Cayenne a more commanding presence.

The front is also distinguished by new Matrix LED headlights that now only look great but are also quite smart. The headlights determine illumination levels by analysing data from the SUV’s speed, camera and navigation systems to ensure the driver has maximum visibility in low light conditions.

The side of the Cayenne is largely the same but the rear gets a new three-dimension taillights as well as a new light strip that runs across the width of the car and connects both the taillights. It gives the rear of the car a cleaner design.

Porsche Malaysia also provides customisation options for those who want their Cayenne to stand out. Take the wheels for example, the standard wheels measure in at 20-inches and feature quite a lot of rubber that is great to maximise comfort but look somewhat boring. For the adventurous (and with deep pockets), there’s also the choice of 21-inch wheels that look great but will set you back RM45,000. Or if that is still too small for you, there are 22-inch wheels that look amazing and cost an eye-watering RM49,000.

Powering the Cayenne is the same 3.0-litre turbocharged V6 engine found in the previous model. However, power has been hiked by 13PS and 50Nm for a total of 353PS and 500Nm of torque. Power is sent to all four wheels through an 8-speed Tiptronic S gearbox while top speed is rated at 248km/h. Acceleration from zero to 100km/h on the other hand is marked at impressive 5.7-seconds.

The interior of the Cayenne is where the new truly distinguishes itself from the old. The new Cayenne receives a full digital instrumentation cluster, which is a first for the Cayenne. This revolves around the new digital instrument cluster that measures in at 12.6-inches. In true Porsche fashion, an RPM dial still dominates the centre of the panel, just like it always has since the first Porsche back in 1949.

The centre of the dashboard is dominated by a 12.3-inch infotainment screen that offers Spotify and Apple Music as native apps. That means you do not need to plug in your phone to listen to either applications, but there is also Apple Carplay and Android Auto for those who need more.

The overall design of the interior is cleaner than before with fewer buttons and discreet air-conditioning vents that look like they have been merged into the dashboard. Even the traditional gear lever that used to be at the centre console has been repositioned to the left side of the steering wheel and is now a toggle-like switch rather than a lever, which we first saw in the Taycan.

However, Porsche didn’t go full Tesla with the digitalization of the interior. There still are some buttons and knobs such as the volume dial and tactile buttons for the climate control system.

And Porsche has also retained the grip handles located on the centre console, just as they always have been since the first-generation Cayenne. Most importantly, unlike a Volvo XC90 nothing rattles or buzzes when in motion.

The overall size of the interior remains the same with enough room for five people to get more than comfortable. And in case the rear passengers need to be entertained, you can opt for the Porsche Tequipment option that gives you two 10.1-inch touchscreen displays placed at the back of the front seats. This gives access to a variety of options such as Youtube and Netflix.

From behind the driver’s seat, the new Cayenne is still very much a Porsche at heart, just like it always has. The air-suspension does a brilliant job at isolating the cabin from the rumble and tumble of the road underneath. But when you want to have some fun, the suspension stiffens and gives you maximum control of the two-ton SUV.

The best part of the new Cayenne is its jekyll and hyde like character – soft and supple for maximum comfort at one moment, and it all changes at the press of the steering mounted button. Select Sport and the powertrain immediately comes alive and responds to every twitch of the accelerator pedal. The suspension stiffens to reduce body roll, but not to the point of being trashy. The passengers may not even feel the suspension stiffening if you do not mention it, such is its compliance.

At RM599,999 (RM662,499 with all the options), there really is little doubt why the new Porsche Cayenne is as popular as it is. While its competitors like the Volvo XC90, BMW X5 and the Mercedes-Benz GLE focus on being efficient and comfortable, the Cayenne takes a different approach.

The Cayenne focuses on driving pleasure without compromising on comfort. It is still very much a Porsche at heart, and that can only mean one thing – uncompromised performance. Except in the Cayenne, you can share the joy of driving with five other people.

Specifications:
Engine: 3.0-litre, Turbocharged, V6
Power: 353PS @ 5,300rpm
Torque: 500Nm @ 1,340rpm
Transmission, 8-speed Tiptronic S
Top speed: 248km/h
Acceleration (0-100kmh): 5.7 seconds

We like: Performance, Comfort
We don’t like: We prefer the previous design