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Cayenne (955)

Porsche Cayenne (955) 2002 - Front 3/4 view
Front 3/4

The SUV that purists hated and accountants loved. The Cayenne's commercial success funded every Porsche sports car that followed.

History

When Porsche announced an SUV, the reaction was hostile. But the Cayenne outsold the 911 within its first year. The Turbo, with 450 hp and genuine off-road capability, proved Porsche could build an SUV without losing its soul. It shared its platform with the VW Touareg but drove like nothing else in its class.

Timeline

2002Production begins
2010Production ends

Production & Heritage

Production Total276,652
DesignerSteve Murkett
Production Period2002-2010
Estimated Value$10K-$25K

Value estimates are editorial assessments based on recent auction results and market trends.

Technical Specifications

Engine4.5L V8
Power340 hp
Transmission6-speed Tiptronic
DrivetrainAWD
Weight2,245 kg

Engine Details

Displacement4.5L (4,511 cc)

Performance

Weight-to-Power6.6 kg/hp

Tags

Designed by Steve Murkett

From the 2000s

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