The Cayenne Diesel is powered by a 3.0-liter V6 turbo-diesel engine with a common-rail injection system. Its turbocharger features Variable Turbine Geometry (VTG). The incoming exhaust gases drive a set of electronically variable turbine blades whose angle is continuously adjusted to ensure optimum performance under all engine loads. This results in an output of 240 hp and maximum torque of 406 lb.-ft.. 

The car accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in 7.2 seconds. Maximum torque is available between 1,750 and 2,750 rpm. Top track speed is 135 mph, while fuel consumption has been lowered.*

* Compared to previous model (Model Year 2010).

The Cayenne Diesel and Cayenne S Hybrid feature a permanent all-wheel drive system with self-locking center differential. This provides a standard torque split of 60 percent to the rear and 40 percent to the front. If one of the wheels is about to lose grip, the self-locking center differential transmits the torque to the axle offering the highest level of traction. The ASR and ABD systems work in the same way as in the PTM on the Cayenne, Cayenne S and Cayenne Turbo.

On the Cayenne Diesel and Cayenne S Hybrid, PTM also enables variable distribution of engine torque to the rear wheels, thereby enhancing steering precision and driving dynamics. Specifically, this means that when entering a corner at high speed, moderate brake pressure is applied to the inside rear wheel. This supports the steering motion of the car, thereby improving its cornering dynamics.

Standard on the Cayenne Diesel and Cayenne S Hybrid.

On the Cayenne Diesel, direct fuel injection comes courtesy of a common-rail injection system. The injection pressure is now up to 29007 psi ensuring optimum distribution of the air/fuel mixture – for greater performance. The piezoelectric injectors provide flexible injection rate adjustment, using exactly metered quantities of fuel, with multiple injections for each power stroke to deliver smooth combustion.

The outstanding feature of the eight-speed Tiptronic S is a particularly wide ratio spread. First gear is designed for optimum acceleration when pulling away and greater performance when tackling ascents and towing loads in off-road terrain. Top track speed is reached in 6th gear (in 7th gear on the Cayenne Diesel). The remaining upper gears are used to lower the engine speeds at highway speed, thereby enhancing fuel economy and occupant comfort. On the motorway in particular, driving at low engine speeds will significantly reduce the noise level inside the vehicle.

In automatic mode, the driver can influence gearshifts on the Tiptronic S using the throttle and brakes alone. Tiptronic S automatically adapts the gearshift points for performance driving – equally, if a more defensive driving style is detected, the system selects a gearshift point that offers maximum fuel economy. Under heavy braking, Tiptronic S shifts down to maximize engine

braking.

An electric pump is used to maintain the required pressure of the transmission fluid, e.g. to transmit high levels of torque at lower engine speeds.

The standard multifunction steering wheel in conjunction with Tiptronic S has two ergonomic switches for manual gear changes. One press forward with the thumb and Tiptronic S shifts up. One pull backwards with the index finger and Tiptronic S shifts down. Either the right or left-hand switch can be used. The result: an even more dynamic response when changing gear.

Standard on the Cayenne Diesel, Cayenne S, Cayenne S Hybrid, Cayenne GTS and Cayenne Turbo.

Optional for the Cayenne.

A high-performance engine can only maintain its maximum capability over a long service life if all components are operating consistently within a specific temperature range. The engines in the Cayenne models are therefore designed for efficient cooling.

In order to reduce the frictional losses that occur during warm-up, all Cayenne models feature comprehensive thermal management. Using intelligent control, it activates the different cooling circuits individually and on demand, thereby ensuring that the optimum operating temperature for the engine and transmission is reached more quickly. This minimizes friction – and keeps fuel consumption and CO2 emissions low.

The V8 engines have an enhanced coolant management system offering effective temperature control throughout the engine. While 20 percent of coolant flows longitudinally through the crankcase, the remaining 80 percent serves the cylinder heads using the proven cross-flow principle (from hot to cold).

On all Cayenne models, the piston heads are cooled using oil-spray jets integrated within the main lubrication system.

The entire cooling system is designed for prolonged heavy-duty use, e.g. off-road driving or heavy towing and carrying applications.

The V8 engines use dry-sump lubrication to ensure a consistent supply of oil in all load conditions, especially in off-road terrain. The oil reservoir is located inside the engine. This saves on space and reduces weight.

Oil is circulated around the V8 engines using a demand-driven pump. This has been designed for the toughest driving scenarios on and off road, including performance driving and extreme gradients.

The V6 engines have a wet-sump lubrication system. Ensuring a reliable supply of oil, whatever the driving conditions.

The turbocharger in the Cayenne Diesel features Variable Turbine Geometry (VTG). The gasoline-flow from the engine is channelled onto the turbines via electronically adjustable guide vanes. By changing the vane angle, the system can replicate the geometry in all types of turbo, large or small, and thus achieve the optimum gasoline-flow characteristics. As a result, even at low engine rpms, the turbine speed is maximized. For a significant increase in boost pressure, excellent cylinder charging plus greater power and torque.

Boasting outstanding performance and efficiency, the Cayenne Diesel is ideal for longer journeys – offering high levels of torque, while fuel consumption remains low.

Its 3.0-liter V6 turbo-diesel engine is now more powerful. The unit generates 240 hp and maximum torque of 406 lb.-ft.. The sprint to 60 mph requires just 7.2 seconds. Top track speed is 135 mph.

Direct fuel injection comes courtesy of a common-rail injection system. The piezoelectric injectors enable multiple injections at a pressure of up to 29,007 psi, ensuring optimum distribution of the air/fuel mixture – for improved dynamics.

The turbocharger on the Cayenne Diesel features Variable Turbine Geometry (VTG). Combined with optimized channeling of the intake air, it enhances the forced induction effect, thereby generating a higher output and impressive torque, even at low engine speeds.

The standard eight-speed Tiptronic S includes gearshift controls on the steering wheel. Transmitting the high torque of the Cayenne Diesel smoothly and effectively, the eight gears are designed to facilitate both economical driving with low fuel consumption and performance driving with emphatic acceleration.

Porsche Traction Management (PTM) permanent all-wheel drive with self-locking center differential transmits the car’s power to all four wheels with optimum precision and control.

The Cayenne Diesel: proof that a 100-feet sprinter can also run a marathon.

* Compared to previous model (Model Year 2010).

From the moment you start your Cayenne Diesel, innovative features intelligently apply clean diesel technologies.

As the exhaust gases exit the combustion chamber, they will travel through four separate processes— Exhaust Gas Recirculation, which reduces the formation of nitrogen oxides; the Oxidation Catalytic Converter, which converts pollutants such as carbon hydrates into less harmful substances; the Diesel Particulate Filter, which traps and eliminates the majority of particulate; and the Reduction Catalytic Converter, which converts the remaining nitrogen oxides to nitrogen and oxygen utilizing the AdBlue® agent.

These processes help to ensure the reduction of harmful pollutants into the environment and make

the Cayenne Diesel compliant with U.S. emissions standards.