Don’t worry, petrolheads. Porsche assures us that there will still be a range of powerful combustion and hybrid Cayenne models to choose from, but all fourth-generation models will have some form of electrification.
“The Cayenne has always defined the sports car in its segment,” says Oliver Blume, CEO of Porsche AG. “Mid-decade, the fourth generation will set new standards as an electric SUV.”
The current Porsche Cayenne, which recently received one of the most extensive upgrades in Porsche’s history, is set for further development.
The focus will be on enhancing the powertrains, particularly the efficiency of the V8 engine crafted at the Zuffenhausen plant. These upgrades will ensure the twin-turbo engine meets future legislative requirements.
The fourth-generation Porsche Cayenne is rumoured to use the advanced Premium Platform Electric (PPE) with 800-volt architecture. “We’re going to use the potential of electrification to elevate the Cayenne to new heights,” says Michael Steiner, Porsche’s Executive Board Member for Research and Development.
After extensive digital development and testing, the first camouflauged prototypes of the all-electric fourth-generation Porsche Cayenne have hit the road. “Real-world testing has begun, marking a crucial milestone,” says Michael Schätzle, Vice President of the Cayenne Product Line.
“These prototypes will cover millions of test kilometres under extreme conditions to ensure durability and reliability. This rigorous testing guarantees the hardware, software, and all functions meet our high standards,” Schätzle adds.
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