Want a luxury SUV but absolutely refuse to go diesel, then we totally understand you. After all, it's hard to beat the refinement of a petrol powered vehicle, more so an electric. If you're in the market for such a vehicle, then Porsche Philippines probably has your ride.
That's because the all-new Porsche Cayenne e-Hybrid is now in the Philippines. With that, it further expands the German automaker's electrified portfolio in the country.
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From the outside, it looks similar to the standard version of the Cayenne. If you need differentiating markers, there are a few to help you out. Most noticable are the neon green brake calibers. If you manage to miss those, there's an e-Hybrid badge stuck in the fenders. it is, perhaps, one of the most discreet plug-in hybrids out there.
Inside, it's all standard Cayenne for the e-Hybrid. There are no green highlights and no eco badges in here. It's a car that whispers its environmental credentials, something its future owners might appreciate. That also means you get the multi-screen dash, acres of leather and dashes of aluminum trim.
It's green (not literally), yes, but just how eco-friendly is it? Per the spec sheet, the Porsche Cayenne e-Hybrid can run up to 48km on battery power alone. In terms of fuel consumption, you're looking at up to 40km/L. With a fuel tank capacity of 75 liters, you're looking at a theoretical range of a whopping 3,000km. We reckong 800km will be a piece of cake.
As for power, the Cayenne e-Hybrid combines a turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 engine to an electric motor. That gives this two-ton SUV a combined power output of 462hp and 700Nm of torque. It then shifts with a eight-speed automatic transmission. According to Porsche's figures, this SUV can get do the 0 to 100kph sprint in 5.0 seconds and post a top speed of 253kph. For those who are curious, the e-Hybrid's electric motor can run up to 135kph until the 3.0-liter turbo V6 kicks in.
Locally, the Cayenne e-Hybrid is offered in both SUV and Coupe body styles. Per the usual, price is ‘on application’, so you'll have to ask the folks from Porsche Philippines for that.
