Curious About the Cayenne

Lately, while rediscovering the wonderful qualities of the Panamera, our family has been considering a new car. My husband has long said, “I really think the Cayenne is amazing….”

He wasn’t a fan of SUVs before, but after test-driving the Cayenne last year, he was instantly captivated, and his enthusiasm for the Cayenne hasn’t cooled since.

However, I said, “The Cayenne is an incredibly great car, but I still prefer sedans over SUVs,” so he didn’t push the topic any further…

After recently seeing the Taycan and test-driving the Continental GT, I wanted to explore various options. The Cayenne, a sporty SUV that comfortably seats five adults, seemed like a pretty good choice. Just then, my husband said,

“I found this video while browsing the Cayenne site.”

and sent me the URL.

Watching it, I saw it was a presentation about the Cayenne by Alexander Quarß (Alex), the Porsche Japan Product Manager. The video was unlisted, but since it was on Porsche Japan’s official YouTube channel, it seems Porsche Japan has recently launched their official channel.

The Sports Car Maker Porsche’s SUV: The Cayenne

The video is about six minutes long, and here’s a brief summary of the content:

① Design

Not only the exterior design but also the interior reflects the DNA of a sports car. The center console gently rises toward the front, positioned optimally for the driver.

With features like direct touch controls, the interior has a modern atmosphere.

The instrument cluster features an analog rev counter in the center, flanked by 7-inch digital displays on both sides. By simply turning the buttons on the multifunction steering wheel, you can access all information (such as navigation maps).

② Performance

Equipped with a 3.0L V6 single-turbo engine delivering a maximum output of 250 kW (320 ps) and 450 Nm of torque. The 8-speed Tiptronic S transmission pairs perfectly with the engine, enabling smooth gear shifts.

It features a 3-chamber air suspension, which can be adjusted to freely enjoy everything from sporty driving to comfortable cruising. Body roll is reduced, delivering handling that defies the typical SUV feel.

The Cayenne offers an optional rear-axle steering system, further enhancing both comfort and sportiness.

③ Comfort

Porsche believes that “sports car performance” and “comfort” are not opposing concepts but both essential qualities of a sports car. The Cayenne is capable of comfortably accommodating five adults for long-distance drives.

It also achieves a high level of safety. Lane Change Assist, ACC (Adaptive Cruise Control), and Park Assist with Surround View Cameras come as standard.

That’s a quick summary. By the way, Alex’s Japanese is excellent. The video is available on the Porsche Japan Cayenne website.

Cayenne? Taycan?

I expect this channel will continue to share various updates, so I plan to keep checking it regularly.

Recently, my husband has been imagining possibilities by configuring the Cayenne Coupe.

As for the next car after the Panamera, considering the timing, the Taycan might be a bit too far off, so we’re thinking whether to sell the Panamera first and wait, switch to the Cayenne, or explore other options… He seems to be exploring every possibility, but honestly, choosing a car these days feels really challenging.