The 2026 Porsche Cayenne Teases Groundbreaking Performance With A Sharper Profile
SAUDI ARABIA: Since its announcement, the Porsche Cayenne EV has been one of the most anticipated releases from the legendary automaker. As one of the first fully electric vehicles from Porsche, the performance figures of the Cayenne EV have been eagerly anticipated.
Recently, the Cayenne EV was publicly tested at England’s Shelsley Walsh hill climb, and the test results put the Cayenne EV above cars like the Bentley Bentayga and even Porsche’s own Taycan Turbo Sport Turismo.
Though the car has not been officially unveiled yet, it is expected to get an official release in 2026. The new sneak peek of the 2026 Porsche Cayenne EV at the public testing showcased its sleek aerodynamic design and its sophisticated suspension technology.
Porsche Cayenne EV: Rocking Performance at Shelsley Walsh
The public testing of the Porsche Cayenne EV at England’s Shelsley Walsh hill climb showcased the incredible real-world performance of the car. With the Porsche Formula E development driver Gabriel Jílková behind the wheel, the car clocked a lap time of just 31.28 seconds. The real-world performance proved to be better than competing models like the Bentley Bentayga Speed. What’s equally impressive is the fact that Porsche achieved this lap time with standard summer tires.
Porsche Cayenne EV: What We Know So Far
The Cayenne EV is drawing on the Premium Platform Electric architecture of Porsche that’s used for the Macan EV and Audi Q6 e-Tron models. Dual-motor variants of the Cayenne EV should have a similar output of about 470 kW and over 500 km WLTP range.
FAQs
Q1) What is the towing capacity of the Porsche Cayenne EV?
A) At the Shelsley Walsh hill climb public testing, the Porsche Cayenne EV was seen towing a vintage car with a trailer that weighed approximately three tonnes. So, the expected towing capacity of the Porsche Cayenne EV is expected to be around 3,500 kgs.
Q2) When will the Porsche Cayenne EV launch in KSA?
A) The Porsche Cayenne EV has not yet been officially revealed, so the availability in KSA has not been announced. However, it is expected that the production and deliveries of the Porsche Cayenne EV will begin some time in 2026.
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