When drivers think about the German automobile manufacturer Porsche, it typically involves sports cars like the Porsche 911 and the Porsche Boxster. However, the car company founded in 1931 has made significant strides in keeping up with the changing times. As of 2010, Porsche has launched many hybrid and electric initiatives as well as introducing its first SUV in 2002, the Porsche Cayenne. Upon its arrival, the mid-size luxury crossover broke ground for the long-standing company. The Porsche Cayenne was the first vehicle with four doors. Additionally, it was the only Porsche option to include a V8 engine since the Porsche 928 was discontinued in 1995.
Porsche Cayenne history
Upon the Porsche Cayenne debut in 2002, vehicle enthusiasts were uncertain about the luxury brand extending into off-road territory. However, opinions quickly shifted as the Porsche Cayenne proved to have competitive performance abilities compared to its class. Powerful engine options seemingly separated the Porche Cayenne from its rivals, as the first-generation model offered a range of impressive powertrains, including VR6, V8 and a turbodiesel V6 option.
Used Porsche Cayenne options
Currently, in its third generation, there have been multiple trim levels and variants of the Porsche Cayenne released. The second-generation models, introduced in 2009, were based on the same platform as the Audi Q7 and Volkswagen Touareg. While larger than the original, these updated models offered the same petrol and diesel engines while adding a plug-in hybrid variant to the range. The third and newest generation of the Porsche Cayenne was launched in 2017 with a redesign that made the SUV appear more like the Porsche 911. However, the diesel engine option was discontinued for these later models.
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