Porsche has disclosed further technical details of its upcoming all-electric Cayenne, positioning the model as the second SUV based on the Premium Platform Electric (PPE) after the Macan.
The electric Cayenne, internally designated “E4,” will launch with a 113 kWh battery (108 kWh usable), larger than the 100 kWh unit used in the Macan and Audi’s PPE models.
Porsche has equipped the battery with a dual cooling-plate system, which it says will support peak charging power of up to 400 kW, enabling a 10-80% charge in 15 minutes where compatible infrastructure is available. Reports from prototype drives suggest the SUV will achieve more than 600 km range in its top configuration.
Unlike the Macan, the Cayenne will be offered exclusively with all-wheel drive and two motors, delivering over 300 kW in the base version. Higher trims are expected to include a Cayenne 4S with up to 515 kW and a Turbo variant with more than 1,000 hp (735 kW) in Launch Control mode.
Porsche says the top model could accelerate from 0 to 100 kph in under three seconds. The vehicle will feature a two-speed gearbox at the rear, rear-axle steering and a towing capacity of 3.5 tonnes.
The electric Cayenne is expected to exceed the current generation’s 4.93-metre length and 2.90-metre wheelbase, creating additional cabin and luggage space. A 90-litre front trunk is planned alongside an enlarged boot, while Porsche aims to position the model as a performance-oriented SUV suitable for both everyday and off-road use.
Source: motortrend.com, topgear.com, autocar.co.uk
