Overview
The Cayenne Diesel released in 2009 was the first time that Porsche released a car with a Diesel engine. It has a six-cylinder V6 engine producing 240PS. This was launched only for the facelift version of the Cayenne, and is a more subtle driving Porsche. That being said, the engine still produces 550Nm of torque and can get from 0-60mph in 8.2 seconds. The huge amount of torque makes these extremely capable off-road driving cars vehicles.
How to spot
- 1st gen facelift Cayenne’s only
- 2 large bore exhausts
Specifications
Capacity: 2967cc
Compression ratio: 16:8
Maximum Power: 240hp @ 4,000rpm
Maximum Torque: 550Nm @ 2,000 rpm
Brakes: Front: 330mm discs; rear: 330mm discs. Servo assisted with ABS
Suspension: Front: Double track control arm with subframe, spring struts and conical stump springs and dampers Rear: Multi-arm with subframe, spring struts with coil springs and dampers.
Wheels & Tyres: 7.5J x 17 with 235/65 R17
Length: 4,798mm
Width: 1928mm
Weight: 2,240kg
Did you know?
This is the first Diesel engine produced by Porsche.