The
2016 Porsche Cayenne Concept leaves no
doubt that anything wearing a Porsche badge lives up to the brand's dominating
performance capabilities. After introducing the eco-friendly Cayenne S E-Hybrid plug-in last year,
Porsche introduces two new performance versions of the Cayenne. The new Cayenne
Turbo S offers up 570 horsepower from its twin-turbo V8, giving it performance
well beyond what you'd expect for a vehicle its size and weight. The new
Porsche Cayenne GTS uses a new turbocharged V6 engine. Add to the mix tons of
luxury features and enviable curbside cachet, and the Porsche Cayenne is easily
a match for competitors like the Land Rover Range Rover Sport,
BMW X5 and Mercedes
M-Class.
The
2016 Porsche Cayenne is available with many engine options, ranging from the
base 3.6-liter V6 to a twin-turbocharged V8. A diesel engine is available, and
a hybrid model is reviewed separately. Reviewers are impressed by most of the
available engines, noting that the Cayenne is astonishingly quick. The base
model earns average fuel economy for the class, at an EPA-estimated 19/24 mpg
city/highway. However, the diesel model falls short of rivals with its EPA
estimate of 20/29 mpg city/highway. Test drivers report the Cayenne has
exceptionally agile handling and a comfortable ride.
The
cabin of the 2016 Porsche Cayenne is instantly recognizable to anyone who has
driven a new Porsche in the last few years. The center console cleanly
separates driver from passenger, giving the front row a cockpit-style layout.
The 50-plus buttons that adorn the console can feel daunting at first, but
after a slight learning curve, their arrangement makes sense. The 7-inch
touchscreen is slightly smaller and dated compared to other cutting-edge
widescreen displays, but is functional and easy to use.
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