Bear in mind the thriller Porsche Cayenne Coupe that earlier this month set a record 7:38.9 lap time at the Nürburgring?

Effectively, Porsche late on Tuesday revealed it because the 2022 Cayenne Turbo GT. No, we did not neglect the phrase “coupe” within the identify, although the brand new Porsche is a member of the Cayenne Coupe household. We’re simply joyful Porsche did not name it a GT5, as had been rumored at one point.

The brand new member is positioned between the Cayenne Turbo Coupe and Cayenne Turbo S E-Hybrid Coupe, and may finest be described as essentially the most track-worthy Cayenne. Sure, there’s extra energy on faucet however the important thing mods are within the chassis division.

A number of chassis mods have been made to the car, together with a 17-millimeter decrease journey top in comparison with the Cayenne Turbo Coupe, as much as 15% stiffer air suspension, and distinctive tuning of the dampers and steering. A brand new performance-oriented setup for the PDCC anti-roll system additionally ends in diminished physique roll and extra exact turn-in when cornering, in keeping with Porsche.

The entrance wheels are 1.0 inch wider than on the Cayenne Turbo Coupe, with damaging camber elevated by 0.45 levels to allow a bigger contact space for the tires and because of this extra grip. The tires are a set of Pirelli P Zero Corsas designed particularly for this mannequin and its 22-inch wheels, whereas carbon-ceramic rotors are fitted as customary to carry the beast to a standstill.

After not too long ago taking a prototype for a spin at Germany’s Hockenheimring, rally legend and Porsche model ambassador Walter Röhrl stated the car is so steady and agile by means of the corners that it looks like “you’re sitting in a compact sports activities automotive moderately than in a big SUV.”

Energy comes from Porsche’s acquainted 4.0-liter twin-turbocharged V-8, tuned right here to ship 631 hp and 626 lb-ft of torque. As compared, the Cayenne Turbo Coupe comes with 541 hp whereas the Cayenne Turbo S E-Hybrid Coupe comes with 670 hp. Porsche estimates a 0-60 mph time of three.1 seconds, a quarter-mile time of 11.6 seconds, and a prime velocity of 186 mph. All of them are insane for a crossover of this measurement.

Distinctive to the engine within the Cayenne Turbo GT are the crankshaft, pistons, connecting rods, timing chain and torsional dampers. The 8-speed automated transmission has been modified to supply faster shift occasions, whereas a water cooling system for the drivetrain’s switch case has additionally been added to maintain issues cool throughout high-speed driving. A titanium exhaust system with central mounting for the ideas can also be customary and helps save round 40 kilos by itself.

Inside, there are model-specific sport seats with perforated Alcantara trim, distinction stitching, and a “Turbo GT” inscription on the headrests. Porsche has additionally added its next-generation infotainment system which the automaker says has a brand new consumer interface and menu circulation that improves performance. The system can also be appropriate with each Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Anticipate it to filter throughout to different Cayenne variants as a part of next year’s mid-cycle update for the crossover.

The Cayenne Turbo GT may be ordered now and is due at dealerships in early 2022. It is priced to start out at $182,150, together with vacation spot.