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Porsche Cayenne Base (2008) price & specs
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Overview
The 2008 Porsche Cayenne Base is a four-wheel drive, 5-door SUV that was released to the Australian market on 4th January 1970. The Porsche Cayenne is regarded as a Suv Large Luxury built in Germany with prices starting at $94,700 before on-road costs.
This Porsche Cayenne is powered by a 3.6L 6-cylinder engine that has 213 kW of power (at 6200 rpm) and 385 Nm of torque (at 3000 rpm) via a Six-speed Automatic transmission. Porsche claims the Cayenne Base uses 12.9L/100km of Premium Unleaded in the combined city and highway cycle while putting out 310g of CO2. It has a 100L fuel tank, meaning it should be able to travel 775km per full tank
The Porsche Cayenne measures 1699mm (66.9 inches) in height, 4798mm (188.9 inches) in length, 1928mm (75.9 inches) in width with a 2855mm (112.4 inches) wheelbase that brings about a total of 2235kg (4927.3 lbs) of unladen weight. The Cayenne Base comes standard with 235/65 R17 front tyres and 235/65 R17 rear tyres. It has a 24 month, unlimited km warranty.
The 2008 Porsche Cayenne Base has a 218mm ground clearance with a 3500kg braked and 750kg unbraked towing capacity.
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Power to Weight
95.3 - 166.26 kW/t
56.29 kW/t
166.26 kW/t
Boot Space
540 litres
249 litres
958 litres
Fuel Efficiency
12.9 - 15 L/100km
9 L/100km
15.9 L/100km
Price
$94,700 - $277,800
$64,990
$277,800
Warranty (Years)
2 years
2 years
3 years
Warranty (Distance)
Unlimited
100,000 km
Unlimited
Years on Sale
1 - 3 years
1 year
7 years
Towing & Off-Road Capability
Gross Vehicle Weight
2,945 - 3,080 kg
2,750 kg
3,175 kg
Braked Towing Capacity
3,500 kg
2,250 kg
3,500 kg
Approach Angle
28.5 - 28.6°
28°
34°
Departure Angle
22.3 - 25.4°
22.3°
33.6°
Ground Clearance Unladen
194 - 218 mm
194 mm
300 mm
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Dimensions
4,798 mm
1,928 mm
1,699 mm
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,798 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,928 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,699 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,855 mm |
| Load Capacity | 710 mm |
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Explore Porsche Cayenne Features & Specs
Cigar Lighter
Location: Front Seats
Cruise Control
Speed Limiter: yes
Entertainment Display Screen
Location: Front
Front TV: yes
Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Number of Memorised Driver Seat Positions: 5
Number of Memorised Passenger Seat Positions: 5
Adjustment Settings: 3
Wheel Position: yes
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Boot/Cargo
Location (12V): Front
Location (12V): Rear
Reading Lights
Location: Front
Location: Rear
Remote Trunk Hatch Release
Operation: Remote Control
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Voice Activating System
Includes Audio Player: yes
Includes Navigation System: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 310
Standard Met: EU4
Engine
Bore Engine: 89
Engine (cc): 3598
Compression Ratio: 12.3
Engine Configuration: V
Engine (L): 3.6
Number of Cylinders: 6
Number of Valves per Cylinder: 4
Stroke Engine: 96.4
Valve Gear Type: Double Overhead Cam
Variable Valve Timing Camshaft: yes
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 98
Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Petrol Direct Injection
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 26.4
Main Capacity (L): 100
Main Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Main Type: Total
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Average Speed: yes
Instantaneous Fuel Consumption: yes
Range for Remaining Fuel: yes
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 12.9
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 18
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 12.9
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 8.5
Maximum Speed (km/h): 227
Maximum Speed (mph): 141
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 290
Maximum Power (kW): 213
Maximum Torque (Nm): 385
Measurement Standard: EEC
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6200
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 3000
Differential Lock
Location: Centre
Location: Rear
Drive
Assisted Four-Wheel Drive Selection: yes
Descent Control System: yes
Driven Wheels: 4x4
Four-Wheel Drive Hub Engagement: Automatic Hubs
Four-Wheel Drive Type: Full-Time
Selection: Automatic
Dual Range Transmission
4wd High High Low Transfer Selection: 4wd High
4wd Low High Low Transfer Selection: 4wd Low
Electronic Traction Control
Controlled By: Abs & Engine Management
Transmission
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Low High Gear Ranges: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Mode Select Auto Only: yes
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Automatic
ABS
Location: 4-Wheel
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Sports Steering Wheel: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Responsive Suspension
Driver Selectable: yes
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Suspension Levelling
Location: Front
Front Operation: Automatic
Location: Rear
Rear Operation: Automatic
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Extra Load: ?
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 235
Rear Wheels Tire Extra Load: ?
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 65
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: V
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 235
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 17
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 17
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 7.5
Body Style
Body Type: SUV
Driver Location: RHD
Local Body Type: SUV
Chrome Bright Trim
Bright Chrome Trim Around Side Windows: yes
Non-Corrosive Body
Non-Corrosive Panel Location: Full
Non-Corrosive Panel Type: Galvanised
Spoiler
Front Spoiler Colour: Body Colour
Location: Front
Front Spoiler Type: lip
Roof Spoiler Colour: Body Colour
Location: Roof
Roof Spoiler Type: Wing
Trailer Towing Preparation
Hook Fixture: Removable
Trailer Hitch: yes
Underbody Protection
Location: Engine
Location: Fuel Tank
Location: Transfer Case
Cargo Capacity
Rear Seat Down (cu ft): 62.5
Rear Seat Down (L): 1770
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 19.1
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 540
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 65.2
Front Track (mm): 1655
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 8.6
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 218
Overall Height (in): 66.9
Overall Height (mm): 1699
Overall Length (in): 188.9
Overall Length (mm): 4798
Overall Width (in): 75.9
Overall Width (mm): 1928
Rear Track (in): 65.7
Rear Track (mm): 1670
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 39
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 11900
Wheelbase (in): 112.4
Wheelbase (mm): 2855
Ramp Angles
Approach Angle: 28.6
Departure Angle: 22.8
Bumpers
Front Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Front
Rear Bumper Colour: Painted
Location: Rear
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Driver
Rear Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Rear Passenger
Rear Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Headlight Control
Internal Height Adjustment: yes
Time Delay Switch Off: yes
Headlights
Low Beam Bulb Type: Halogen
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Paint
Type: Gloss
Roof Rails
Cross Bars: Fixed
Sunroof
Front Sunroof Location: Front
Front Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front Sunroof Sliding: yes
Front Sunroof Sunshade: yes
Front Sunroof Tilting: yes
Front to Rear Sunroof Location: Front To Rear
Front to Rear Sunroof Operation: Electric
Front to Rear Sunroof Sliding: yes
Front to Rear Sunroof Sunshade: yes
Front to Rear Sunroof Type: Glass
Front Sunroof Type: Glass
Blind
Location: Side
Side Blind Type: Manual
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Automatic
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Automatic
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Electrically Foldable Mirrors
Operation: Electric
Headlight Cleaners
Cleaners Type: High Pressure
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Number of Front Express Power Windows: 1
Rear Electric Windows: Rear
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 3500
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 7716
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 750
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 1653
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 2945
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 6493
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 2235
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 4927
Antenna
Type: Element
Audio System
Brand Name: Bose
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Disc Player
Boot Capacity: 6
Location: Boot
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 12
Upgraded Speakers: yes
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Flexible
Load Restraint
Type: Hooks
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy
Doors: Alloy
Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
Instrument Panel: Alloy
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Head Restraints
Front Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Number: 2
Rear Seats Height Adjustable: yes
Rear Seats Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Number: 3
Rear Seat Belts
Center Operation: Reel
Center Seat Position: Centre
Center Type: 3-Point
Driver Height Adjustable: yes
Driver Operation: Reel
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Driver Type: 3-Point
Passenger Height Adjustable: yes
Passenger Operation: Reel
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Passenger Type: 3-Point
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front And Rear
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Fore/Aft Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Driver Front Seat Reclining: yes
Driver Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Driver Front Seat Type: Bucket
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Adjustment: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Lumbar Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 6
Passenger Front Seat Reclining: yes
Passenger Front Seat Tilt Adjustment: yes
Passenger Front Seat Type: Bucket
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 5
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Front Seats Type: Fixed
Location: Rear Seats
Rear Seats Type: Pop Out
Seat Back Storage
Location: Front
Air Conditioning
CFC Free Liquid Aircon: yes
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Fully Automated Climate Control: yes
Rear Outlet: yes
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Micro Filter: yes
Anti-Theft Protection
Anti-Lift: yes
Interior Monitoring: yes
Peripheral: yes
Power Locks
Includes Power Windows: yes
Includes Trunk Hatch: yes
Operation: Remote
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