General

5 Body

General

When the body of the new Cayenne models was developed, the following objectives were pursued in order to further increase the visual appeal, safety and performance of the vehicles:
- Exciting, sporty and typical Porsche design
- Clear visual distinction from other models
- Significant weight reduction (up to 407 lbs/185 kg depending on model)
- Better occupant protection

The body design of the new Cayenne models is quintessentially Porsche. From the front, the most striking features are the typical Porsche contoured fenders and lengthened engine hood.







The slim D-pillar and the new window design make an important contribution to the attractive appearance of the vehicle side. The form of the windows follows the elegant roof line from the A-pillar to the D-pillar, which emphasizes the compact, dynamic appearance. The rear quarter panel is extremely well defined.

The wheelbase was extended by 40 mm in order to increase the space available in the passenger compartment and provide greater functionality. The overall increase in length is 48 mm. The height of the new Cayenne models has been increased by 6 mm and the width by 11 mm. The overall dimensions are far more dynamic and compact than those of competitor vehicles.