I
think India is getting along with Hybrid technology pretty well, considering
the welcoming provided to the Toyota Prius and the recently spotted Porsche
Cayenne S hybrid. Porsche’s plan to build a Hybrid version of its Cayenne SUV
came true in 2007, when Porsche presented a functioning Cayenne Hybrid and
demonstration model of the drivetrain.
So,
how does this hybrid technology from Porsche set the big boy Cayenne S different
from the others in the hybrid market? An electric motor is placed in between
the engine and transmission (supercharged 3.0-liter V6 engine and 8-speed
transmission). With help of a specially used clutch, this allows the gas engine
to separate at speeds of up to 155kph. This allows the car to do what Porsche
calls “sailing” as it allows the big boy to move emission-free at much higher
speeds.
Notable
modifications to this car include an electric vacuum pump and hydraulic
steering pump, allowing the car to function even when the engine is
deactivated. A 288-volt nickel metal hydride battery is placed under the boot
floor, occupying the space normally used for a spare tire. As a standard
feature the Porsche Cayenne S Hybrid is equipped with Electrically operated,
12-way seats in front, with electric fore/aft, height, seat back, and 4-way
lumbar support adjustment, illuminated vanity mirror, (for the driver and
passenger), Leather trimmed 3-spoke steering wheel with colored Porsche crest,
folding rear seats, Seats trimmed with grained leather and 2 integrated cup
holders in front and rear.
Optional
features which keep your mind drooling include Porsche Entry and Drive (simply
touch the door handle and the system automatically checks the encrypted access
code on the key in your pocket), ParkAssist Front and Rear, Lane Change Assist
(LCA), Adaptive Cruise Control, 8-way power seats and more. The Porsche Cayenne
S Hybrid does not compromise on the sporty driving which Porsche has always
been providing to its customers. It’s fitted with PASM (Porsche Active
Suspension Management), which is an electronic damping control system. It
offers continuous adjustment of individual shock absorbers, based on current
road conditions and driving style. The PASM remains active at all times. It
automatically adapts to the prevailing driving conditions, raising the bar in
car control, comfort and safety.
The
Porsche Cayenne S Hybrid, the eco-friendliest of Porsches, is quite alone in
the market. However, the BMW X6 and Lexus R450h can be considered, though they
have their own flaws in fuel efficiency.
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