IAB Report - 2015 Porsche Cayenne launched at INR 1.02 crores

02/12/2014 - 12:34 | Porsche Cayenne, Porsche | Anjan Ravi

Minor cosmetic and mechanical changes.

Porsche India has launched the refreshed 2015 Cayenne SUV with prices beginning at INR 1.02 crores. The refreshed Cayenne is available in four variants, with prices as follows -

2015 Porsche Cayenne facelift launched in India — Anil Reddi, Director, Porsche India, with the refreshed Cayenne.

2015 Porsche Cayenne Diesel - INR 1.02 crores
2015 Porsche Cayenne S Diesel - INR 1.18 crores
2015 Porsche Cayenne S - INR 1.16 crores
2015 Porsche Cayenne Turbo - INR 1.74 crores

[Note: All prices are ex-Showroom, Maharashtra.]

Visual differences come in the form of redesigned headlights and taillights which are inspired by the new Macan. The headlights get integrated four-point LED daytime running lights, and the front fascia sees a newly shaped bonnet, bumper and airdam.

The rear sees better integration of the registration plate enclosure and boot handle, and new exhaust pipes. Inside, the facelifted Cayenne gets a 918-inspired steering wheel with paddle shifters and new standard features like an air suspension with Porsche Active Suspension Management, Porsche Entry and Drive, four-zone auto climate control and a panoramic sunroof. An optional rear seat ventilation system is now available.

2015 Porsche Cayenne Facelift steering at the 2014 Guangzhou Auto Show — The Cayenne now gets a 918-like steering wheel with paddle shifters as standard.

Internationally, the 3.0-liter V6 diesel features 17 more hp at 262 hp, however the Indian model makes do with 245 hp and 550 Nm of torque. The Cayenne S Diesel with its 4.2-liter V8 engine is identical in specification to the international model.

The Cayenne S which was powered by a naturally-aspirated 4.8-liter V8 now uses the Macan's 3.6-liter twin-turbo V6, producing 420 hp and 550 Nm of torque. The Cayenne Turbo continues with its 4.8-liter bi-turbo V8.