The 1st Generation Porsche Cayenne was introduced in 2002. The 1st Generation Porsche Cayenne is a front engine four wheel drive SUV. The 1st Generation Cayenne was Porsches first attempt to create a car that was not classified as a sports car. The 1st Generation Porsche Cayenne generated controversy among Porsche enthusiast but went to become a huge success story despite doubts. The success of the Cayenne resulted in the spawn of Porsches other models such as the Panamera and the Macan. The 1st Generation Porsche Cayenne is available in 5 models Cayenne, Cayenne S, Cayenne S Diesel, Cayenne Turbo and the Cayenne Turbo S. Production of the Porsche Cayenne 2002 lasted for years, the Porsche Cayenne was available to purchase in the years 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 and the year 2010. The Porsche Cayenne 2002 was available in 2 variants Base and S. The price of the Porsche Cayenne 1st Generation was fairly competitive when compared to other models in the same class.
Exterior
The exterior of the 1st Generation Porsche Cayenne supported a very controversial design language. The front end features fat upswept headlights and a small rectangular grille. The sides feature large wheel arches and curved body panels. The rear end features side swept trapezium styled stacked headlights and a very curved rear taillight. Options include side skirts, carbon fiber trim pieces, and sports exhaust tips. The Porsche Cayenne Turbo variant featured a slightly more aggressive and Sport design language, the front end houses a larger front bumper with larger air intakes, the rear end houses a sports exhaust system and a rear diffuser. All other variants of the Porsche Cayenne feature identical styling in every aspect. The overall exterior of the 1st Generation Porsche Cayenne features a fairly distinctive design language that allowed it to stand out amongst its rivals.
Interior
The interior of the 1st Generation Porsche Cayenne features the familiar Porsche design language. The front and rear seats are covered in a choice of black or sand beige leather. Standard features on the Base variants include electric front seats, dual zone climate control, 4-speaker stereo speaker system with AUX, USB and CD input, electric mirrors, front and rear 12V power outlets, multifunction steering wheel and an electric rear tailgate. Features on the higher end S and Turbo Variants include auto tilt-away steering wheel, auto-dimming rearview mirror as standard, garage door transmitter, heated steering wheel as standard, memory seats as standard and larger tires. Options include a choice between palm green, stone grey and Havana colored premium leather upholstery, 12-way driver and 8-way passenger electric seats, ports Chrono package, panoramic roof, rear seat entertainment system, heated steering wheel, front seat ventilation, 12 speaker stereo speaker system, heated front and rear seats, satellite navigation, parking sensors and a rearview camera. The overall interior of the 1st Generation Porsche Cayenne features a good amount of interior space in the front but a lack of interior space in the rear, it also offers a great level of comfort and interior refinement.
Engine
Engine
(Cayenne) 3.6 Liter V6
(Cayenne Diesel) 3.0 Liter V6
(Cayenne S) 4.8 Liter V8
(Cayenne Turbo) 4.8 Liter Twin Turbocharged V8
(Cayenne Turbo S) 4.8 Liter Twin Turbocharged V8
Gearbox
6-Speed Automatic
6-Speed Manual
Mileage
The Porsche Cayenne 1st Generation can achieve an average of up to 8KM/L to 13 KM/L depending on which engine you chose making for an estimated range of up to 720KM to 1170KM from the SUVs 90 liter fuel tank.
Competitor
The main competitors of the Porsche Cayenne 1st Generation are the BMW X5, Mercedes GL-Class, Range Rover, Toyota Land Cruiser and the Land Rover Discovery.
Specifications
(Cayenne) 3.6 Liter V6 290bhp @6200RPM, 385 NM@3000RPM
(Cayenne Diesel) 3.0 Liter V6 240bhp @4000RPM, 555 NM@2000RPM
(Cayenne S) 4.8 Liter V8 380bhp @6200RPM, 501 NM@3500RPM
(Cayenne Turbo) 4.8 Liter Twin Turbocharged V8 490bhp @6000RPM, 705 NM@4500RPM
(Cayenne Turbo S) 4.8 Liter Twin Turbocharged V8 540bhp @6000RPM, 745 NM@2250RPM