Out to prove that a Porsche Cayenne is in fact the real deal when it comes to off-roading, they are going to offer a limited run of Cayanne Transsyberia models. There are patterned after the 4000 mile race that goes from Russia to Mongolia, an event in which Porsche has won the last three events.
These Transsyberia versions differ from the Plain-Jane Cayenne in that a 4.11 final drive is standard. They are also equipped with air suspension and Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM). A permanent all-wheel drive system divides the torque between the front and rear, with a 62% rear-bias. The SUVs will be available exclusively in four different color combinations: black, silver metallic, black with meteor grey accents, and meteor grey with silver accents. Other features include 18in alloys, 'Cayenne S Transsyberia' side strips and optional offroad roof lights. An optional off-road package that features a variable and lockable rear differential, rock rails with integrated skid plates, a reinforced engine-bay guard, and enhanced protection for the fuel tank and rear axle will also be available. Prices will start at $70,800.
Just the vehicle for über-rich soccer moms (or is it now hockey moms?) to head over to the mall in. Seriously, I'd like to see Porsche enter more off-road races with this vehicle, much as they do with their road cars.
ateixeira says:
08:47 AM, 09/ 9/08
I'd love to see a $70,800 SUV on a real off road trail. That would just be hilarious.
I think this edition is a bit late, to be honest.
estreka says:
03:15 PM, 09/ 9/08
So Porsche is offering an offroad model of the Cayenne to prove the regular Cayenne is a real offroader?