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Official Teaser: Porsche Panamera Gran Turismo

September 16th 2008 05:00
Porsche Panamera


Porsche has begun unveiling - bit by bit - its much anticipated four-door Panamera coupe which now goes by the official name of Porsche Panamera Gran Turismo.


The launch of the interactive microsite dubbed Panamera Magazine has coincided with the release of an official image from the Stuttgart-based manufacturer showing a completely unmasked front end of the Mercedes-Benz CLS and Aston Martin Rapide rival.

Porsche Panamera

Porsche Panamera sketch


As you can see, the front-end of the Panamera carries the same Porsche DNA as its stablemates but the rest of the car is hidden with more to be revealed ahead of its anticipated international debut at the 2009 Geneva Motor Show.

Porsche hopes to redefine the 4 door, 4 seat design with the Panamera Gran Turismo which is named after the famous Carrera Panamericana long distance race.




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2009 Porsche Cayenne S 'Transsyberia'

September 10th 2008 00:15
Porsche Cayenne S Transsyberia


Porsche has released details and a set of images of the limited edition Porsche Cayenne S Transsyberia ahead of its first public outing at the Paris Motor Show in October.

Named after the race in which a Porsche Cayenne won for the first time in 2006, Transsyberia is a highly demanding orientation and off-road 7,200 kilometre long rally from Moscow to the Mongolian Capital of Ulan Bator. A production based Cayenne S returned to win the same rally in 2007 thus prompting the marque to release a special edition Cayenne S with added special features to commemorate these victories.

Porsche Cayenne S Transsyberia


The Porsche Cayenne S 'Transsyberia' is based on the Cayenne S and is powered by a 4.8-litre V8 naturally-aspirated engine from the GTS model which develops more power - 298 kW and 500 Nm to be exact. Other performance parts fitted include a shortened final drive for improvements in standing and in-gear acceleration times.

The Porsche Cayenne S 'Transsyberia' edition is very much distinguishable from the standard Cayenne range courtesy of a motorsport inspired livery combinations of Black/Orange and Crystal Silver Metallic/Orange, or the more discreet colour combinations of Black/Meteor Grey Metallic and Meteor Grey Metallic/Crystal Silver Metallic.

Porsche Cayenne S Transsyberia


With the exception of the Meteor Grey Metallic/Crystal Silver Metallic colour combination, the 18-inch Cayenne S II wheels come in each case in a contrasting colour, as do the side plates on the air intake grid, while the "Cayenne S Transsyberia" decals on the side are a no-cost - as are the rally-style offroad roof headlights.

The interior features some nice touches including an ornamental trim on the dashboard support and the doors, on the instruments and dials, the belts and foot mat surrounds comes in each case in the contrasting colour chosen for the exterior. The steering wheel rim, in turn, is padded and finished in alcantara. And as an homage to motorsport, the steering wheel additionally features a 12 o'clock mark in one of the contrasting colours.

No word yet on Australian availability, but European deliveries start in January 2009 priced from Euro 77,558.

Porsche Cayenne S Transsyberia interior


The Official Porsche Press Release:

Cayenne S Entering the Market in Transsyberia Style

Stuttgart. Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG, Stuttgart, is honouring the sporting success of the very popular Cayenne model series through the introduction of a new, special model, the Cayenne S Transsyberia entering the market in early 2009.

The term "Transsyberia" stands for the intercontinental rally from Moscow to the Mongolian Capital of Ulan Bator about 7,200 kilometres (4,460 miles) away. In 2006 a Porsche Cayenne for the first time won this highly demanding orientation and off-road rally. Then, entering the competition model for the Transsyberia Rally in 2007, Porsche again proved the outstanding competitiveness of a production-based Cayenne S in heavy terrain, finishing the rally first, second and third. And now, just a few weeks ago, the rally vehicle optimised to an even higher standard not only scored its third overall victory in the Transsyberia Rally, but even clinched all leading positions from 1 - 6.

Motivated by this outstanding series of success, Porsche is now for the first time presenting the new Cayenne S Transsyberia for road and off-road use at the Paris Motor Show (4 – 19 October 2008). Like the extra-robust rally model, the road-going version is also based on the Cayenne S with its 4.8-litre V8 naturally-aspirated power unit featuring highly economical and efficient Direct Fuel Injection. The big difference, however, is that the new Transsyberia comes with the high-performance power unit carried over from the Cayenne GTS, developing 405 bhp (298 kW) at 6,500 rpm and maximum torque of 500 Newton-metres (369 lb-ft) at 3,500 rpm.

In conjunction with the final drive likewise carried over from the GTS but shortened by 15 per cent to 4.1:1, the Cayenne S Transsyberia offers an even higher level of performance. With the six-speed manual gearbox featured as standard, acceleration to 100 km/h comes in just 6.1 seconds, another 0.5 seconds faster than the Cayenne S.

The modifications of the drivetrain have an even greater effect on the vehicle's acceleration in gears of particular significance under everyday driving conditions and in racing: The Cayenne S Transsyberia with manual gearbox completes the interim sprint from 80 – 120 km/h in fifth gear in 6.6 seconds, a substantial two seconds faster than the Cayenne S. In its top speed, in turn, the Cayenne S Transsyberia is just as fast as the GTS, reaching a maximum of 253 km/h or 158 mph. And it almost goes without saying that six-speed Tiptronic S automatic transmission is available as an option.

The sporting qualities of the Cayenne S Transsyberia come out clearly through both the looks and the sound of this outstanding vehicle, the sports exhaust with two dual tailpipes featured as standard ensuring a truly muscular and dynamic impression.

Motorsport design based on the rally vehicles provides additional rally flair, with no less than four attractive colour concepts for the enthusiast: Apart from the rally combinations Black/Orange and Crystal Silver Metallic/Orange, the customer also has the choice of the more discreet colour combinations Black/Meteor Grey Metallic and Meteor Grey Metallic/Crystal Silver Metallic.

With the exception of the Meteor Grey Metallic/Crystal Silver Metallic colour combination, the 18-inch Cayenne S II wheels come in each case in a contrasting colour, as do the side plates on the air intake grid, the "Cayenne S Transsyberia" model designation applied as a no-cost option at the side, the exterior mirror housings and the upper part of the extended roof spoiler with its double wing profile fixed in position. The offroad roof headlights so characteristic of the competition model are likewise available as a no-cost option and are placed in the vehicle upon delivery, since in Germany, at least, such headlights on the roof are not homologated for use on public roads.

The Porsche Cayenne S Transsyberia comes as standard with air suspension including PASM Porsche Active Suspension Management for electronic adjustment of the damper system: As a function of driving conditions and the driver's personal style of motoring, PASM actively and continuously adjusts damper forces, also reducing body dive in the process.

Self-levelling ensures consistent ride height at all times, while at the same time enabling the driver to vary ground clearance as a function of current requirements. PTM Porsche Traction Management distributes engine torque actively, depending on driving conditions, between the front and rear axle. In the basic mode 62 per cent of the engine's power goes to the rear wheels, 38 per cent to the front.

A fully controlled longitudinal lock varies the distribution of drive power as a function of driving conditions and may be locked 100 per cent if necessary. As soon as the driver activates the low-gear ratio likewise featured as standard, the vehicle automatically switches to the offroad mode on ABS and the automatic brake differential, and sets the air suspension to offroad ground clearance.

The optional Offroad Technology Package enhances the superior offroad qualities of the Porsche Cayenne S Transsyberia featured as standard from the start to an even higher level by means of a differential lock on the rear axle activated by the driver when required and controlled electronically. Other special features are side-sill protection with integrated skid plates, reinforced engine protection at the bottom, and additional protection of the fuel tank and rear axle as well as a second towing hook/opening.

The occupants riding in the Cayenne S Transsyberia enjoy a truly sporting and exclusive interior. Ornamental trim on the dashboard support and the doors, on the instruments and dials, the belts and foot mat surrounds comes in each case in the contrasting colour chosen for the exterior. The steering wheel rim, in turn, is padded and finished in alcantara. And as an homage to motorsport, the steering wheel additionally features a 12 o'clock mark in one of the contrasting colours.

Last but certainly not least, alcantara is also used on further surfaces and components within the interior of the Cayenne S Transsyberia.

The new Porsche Cayenne S Transsyberia retails in the German market at Euro 77,558.- including 19 per cent value-added tax. Prices in other markets vary, also according to national specifications. Deliveries to dealers will start in January 2009.


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Porsche Design Edition 2: Limited edition Boxster S

August 6th 2008 00:15
Porsche Design Edition 2


If you read the Porsche Cayman S Sport press release, you will have noticed that the German sports car maker also released a second limited production model simultaneously


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Porsche Cayman S Sport

August 5th 2008 04:39
Porsche Cayman S Sport


German sports car maker Porsche has taken the wraps off the Cayman S Sport - a limited edition model based on the Cayman S but with a colour scheme made famous by the 911 GT3 RS


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2009 Porsche 911 Targa 4 and 4S

July 28th 2008 11:45
2009 Porsche 911 Targa 4S


German sports car maker Porsche has unveiled its third update of the 2009 Porsche 911 range with the unveiling of the glass-roof Targa variant of the popular sports car


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Porsche 911 GTstreet RS

July 25th 2008 01:50
Porsche 911 GTstreet RS


Famous aftermarket tuners for Porsche, TechArt, has unveiled a 515 kW version of their previous flagship GTstreet which itself is based on the already potent standard 911 GT2 model


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Video: Porsche PDK Dual-Clutch Gearbox

July 18th 2008 11:15
Porsche PDK gearbox


Porsche's recently facelifted 997 911 range features so many upgrades that despite the minor styling revisions, you could be forgiven for thinking it was a new generation model altogether


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CAR magazine test-drives 2009 Porsche 911 Carrera S

July 3rd 2008 11:15
2009 Porsche 911 Carrera S


UK motoring journal CAR magazine has test-driven the 2009 Porsche 911 Carrera S equipped with the company's first production double-clutch transmission - 25 years after its debut on their race cars - and direct injection on the famous flat six engine for the first time in its illustrious history


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Video: Porsche 911 Test Rig mimics lap of the 'Ring

July 1st 2008 11:15
Porsche 911 Engine Oil Sump Test Rig


During the development of its new direct-injection engines for the 2009 911 Carrera, German sports car maker Porsche created a test rig to evaluate oiling system enhancements. In true sci-fi fashion, this special rig replicates the G-forces experienced by a 911 on the gruelling Nurburgring Nordschliefe circuit


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2009 Porsche 911 Carrera 4 / 4S revealed

June 26th 2008 05:30
2009 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S


Porsche has unveiled the all-wheel-drive 2009 911 Carrera 4 and Carrera 4S in coupe and cabriolet guises after the launch of its rear-wheel-drive sibling earlier this month


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2009 Porsche 911 laps the Nurburgring

June 19th 2008 04:45
2009 Porsche 911 Carrera


German sports car maker Porsche has taken three 911 sports coupes to the famous Nurburgring for a series of hot laps to show off the improvements the facelifted 911 has over its predecessor including the new 'PDK' transmission


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2009 Porsche 911 in motion

June 10th 2008 11:15
2009 Porsche 911 Carrera S


Here is the first official video from Porsche on their facelifted 911 (codename 997) model range. Featuring an English narration, different facets of the iconic 911 are discussed including the superb aerodynamics (drag co-efficients of 0.29 and 0.30), the new styling elements such as the enlarged front air inlets and tapered LED taillights, a demonstration of the headlights and LED daytime running lights plus other comfort features such as a heated steering wheel for those cold mornings


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2009 Porsche 991 illustration video

June 9th 2008 11:15
2009 Porsche 911 models


Here is a special video of the new interactive site Porsche has setup for the facelifted 2009 Porsche 911 models. You can see the 911 adorning all 17 liveries that are available as well as the many styles of beautiful looking 19-inch alloy wheels plus various interior customisations


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Facelifted: 2009 Porsche 911

June 9th 2008 07:30
2009 Porsche 911 range


German sports car maker Porsche has unveiled a facelifted version of the iconic 911 which in current 997-guise, was first launched in 2004


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