New, Special Model Pays Tribute to the Three-Time Rally-Winning Original ATLANTA, Sept. 8
ATLANTA, Sept. 8 /PRNewswire/ -- Winning Porsches come in many shapes, and
nowhere is the competitive Porsche Motorsport DNA more evident than in the
latest version of the thriving Cayenne range -- the new race-inspired 2010
Porsche Cayenne S Transsyberia.
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The Cayenne S Transsyberia is based on the Cayennes that won one of the
most grueling endurance races in the world. The rally marathon, which is held
every spring, is a two-week race that traverses Russia, Siberia and Mongolia
and covers over 4,400 miles. It is called, simply, the Transsyberia Rally, and
slightly modified Porsche Cayenne S models have won this brutally demanding
event three times in a row.
The most capable Cayenne yet will be revealed at the up-coming Paris Auto
Show, October 4-18 2008.
Just as the Weissach-developed Cayenne S Transsyberia competition models
were based on the street version of the Cayenne S, this 2010 special edition,
with less than 600 units earmarked for North America, will feature the 405
horsepower, 4.8 liter naturally aspirated, direct fuel injected V8 engine
lifted directly from the Cayenne GTS. The Tiptronic S six-speed automatic
transmission with a 4.11:1 final drive ratio is standard.
All Cayenne S Transsyberias will be equipped with air suspension and
Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM), which electronically adjusts the
shock absorbers to achieve superior ride and handling characteristics. The
permanent all-wheel drive Porsche Traction Management (PTM) system divides the
torque between the front and rear, with a 62% rear-bias for greater on-road
driving dynamics.
The Cayenne S Transsyberia proudly shows off its winning pedigree. It will
be available exclusively in four different color combinations -- black with
orange accents or crystal silver metallic, also with orange accents. For those
desiring a more "stealthy" color combination, the Cayenne S Transsyberia will
also available in either black with meteor grey metallic highlights or meteor
grey metallic with crystal silver metallic highlights.
With the exception of the meteor grey metallic with crystal silver
metallic combination, all Cayenne S Transsyberia will be available with
contrasting colored 18-inch Cayenne S II wheels. Contrasting color is also
used on the air intake vent fins, exterior mirror housing and extended bi-
plane roof spoiler. In addition, the Cayenne S Transsyberia can be customized
to include the decorative "Cayenne S Transsyberia" side strips and offroad
roof lights (for vehicles without the optional moonroof) at no additional
cost.
The standard front and rear stainless steel skid plates emphasize the off-
road character of the Cayenne S Transsyberia. An optional off-road package
that features a variable and lockable rear differential, rock rails with
integrated skid plates, a reinforced engine-bay guard, and enhanced protection
for the fuel tank and rear axle is available. A second towing lug is provided
"just in case."
The Cayenne S Transsyberia also features standard sport seats with
Alcantara seat inserts. The standard multifunction steering wheel is also
covered in Alcantara and has a "twelve-o'clock" mark at the top of the wheel,
as do all of the race-ready Porsche Cayenne S Transsyberias, in the same
contrasting color as the exterior.
The 2010 Cayenne S Transsyberia will be available in the United States in
early spring of 2009 with an MSRP of $70,800.
Note: Photos of the new Porsche Cayenne S Transsyberia are available to
accredited journalists on the Porsche Press Database at www.press.porsche.com.
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (PCNA), based in Atlanta, Ga., is the
exclusive importer of Porsche sports cars and sport utility vehicles for the
United States. It is a wholly owned, indirect subsidiary of Dr. Ing.h.c. F.
Porsche AG. PCNA employs approximately 180 people who provide Porsche
vehicles, parts, service, marketing and training for its 201 dealers. The
dealers, in turn, provide Porsche owners with best-in-class service.
Throughout its 60-year history, Porsche has developed numerous technologies
that have advanced vehicle performance, improved safety and spurred
environmental innovations within the automotive industry. The company
continues to celebrate its heritage by adding to its long list of motorsports
victories dating back to its first 24 Hours of Le Mans class win in 1951.
Today, with more than 28,000 victories, Porsche is recognized as the world's
most successful marquee in sports car racing. PCNA, which imports the iconic
911 series, the Boxster and Cayman sports cars and Cayenne sport utility
vehicles for the U.S., strives to maintain a standard of excellence,
commitment and distinction synonymous with its brand.
SOURCE Porsche Cars North America, Inc.
