Test Drive Porsche Cayenne since 2010 SUV
Porsche Cayenne Diesel. Anti-dialectic
Porsche Cayenne Diesel. Price: from 3 135 000 rubles. On sale: since June 2010 Diesel Cayenne of the previous generation with a wild searcher best-selling in the model line of Porsche SUVs: in Europe, it accounted for 72% of sales. In the Russian market, the car traditionally accepted sluggishly, continuing to give preference to gasoline versions. Does the modified engine of the new model of the armor of our stereotypes?
Test pilot
Dmitry Tyatyuchenko, 34 years old, car journalist, driving experience 15 years, personal car - Jeep Wrangler
Laws of dialectics in Russia work, like other laws, not always and not for everyone. In addition to trouble-free Murphy, of course. For example, we cannot move the quantity in quality: despite the growing number of diesel cars, the fuel continues to remain low. However, automakers who have already completed the well-powered soil of dissent, this state of affairs does not bother. Thus, Porsche recently began to supply the second generation of Cayenne to the domestic market with Diesel under the hood.
The SUV motor remained the same, but underwent a serious upgrade. Its effectiveness increased significantly due to the installation of an adjustable oil pump, which provides the performance required for a specific engine load range. In a 3.0-liter volume, as before, there are 240 horses, and the maximum torque of 550 nm is achieved with the same short 2002,250 min-1. These figures are quite enough for convincing overclocking to hundreds for 7.8 s (half awend faster than the predecessor), which will noticeably fastens only after 130 km / h. But against the background of a 20% increase in economy, the latter feature seems insignificant. Consigned to the ancestor of 9.3 liters of fuel per 100 km novelty contrasts only 7.4 liters. To do this, in the car are provided, in particular, the engine shutdown system for the time of short-term stops of the AUTO-START-STOP and the 8-speed Tiptronic S machine, which Cayenne is equipped with serial. During the measured ride, the gearbox seeks to switch to high economy steps as quickly as possible, without getting beyond the limits of low revolutions and does not disturb the hearing an excessive roar of the turbo wheel. By the way, in absentia to enjoy his pleasant sound on the company's website.
But when leaving the turns, this concern turns through a lack of thrust, which completely disappears after pressing the Sport key on the central console. Cayenne is noticeably transformed: the accelerator begins to delight the sharp reactions, the engine is constant tone with the support of optimal revolutions, and the gearbox with increased rateflake. Along with the lack of serious rolls, transparent steering and dense energy-intensive suspension, these changes turn the car handling in sports mode into one great pleasure. Harmful emissions were reduced to the fifth: from the former 244 grams of CO2 for a kilometer Porsche Cayenne Third generation ejects only 195 into the atmosphere. Adjustable recycling, catalyst and a database in the database ensure efficient cleaning of exhaust gases. However, there are no environmental friendliness yet in honor. But the other obvious advantages of the modification may well affect the post-crisis future of the SUV. If the dialectic does not let down again.
Love not love
The diesel engine of the sports SUV is clean and economical. Modest
Navigation is conveniently duplicated on the dial dial. Obviously
Electronics changes the suspension settings and heads off-road modes. Clever
Driving
The car gives a lot of positive sensations. First of all, with its diverseness.
Salon Compared to the predecessor, the internal space of the car significantly expanded.
Comfort
Motor does not manifest itself neither vibrations nor overly noisy work.
Security
At the highest level: starting on the efficiency of the brakes, ending with numerous means of passive safety.
Price
Not surprising.
Advantages and disadvantages
+ Good dynamics, enviable handling, efficiency, comfortable salon, prestige.
- The exterior of the car has become less damned.
Technique characteristics
Brand and Model - Porsche Cayenne Diesel
Dimensions - 4846x1939x1705 mm
Engine - Diesel, 2967 cm3, 240 hp / 4000-4400 min-1
Transmission - automatic, 8-speed
Dynamics - Max 218 km / h; 7.8 s to 100 km / h
Competitors - BMW X5, Audi Q7, Mercedes-Benz M-Class.
Our opinion
It is no secret that today's diesel engines, except for a modest fuel consumption, are distinguished by excellent dynamic characteristics. And the Turbo engine Porsche Cayenne Diesel is, perhaps, one of the most visible confirmations. Both advantages are fully revealed: the highest economy is manifested with impressive driving qualities.
Posted by: Dmitry Tyatyuchenko
A source: Magazine 5 Wheel [September 2010]
