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2008 Porsche Cayenne GTS - First Drive

A Juicier Slab Of Beef

By Greg N. Brown
2008 Porsche Cayenne Gts Side View

2008 Porsche Cayenne GTS

*Layout
Longitudinal front engine, all-wheel drive

*Engine
4.8-liter V8, dohc, 32-valve

*Transmission
Six-speed manual

*Suspension
Independent, multi-arm axle, spring/strut, PASM

*Brakes
F: Six-piston monobloc calipers, 13.8-inch rotors
R: Four-piston monobloc calipers, 13.0-inch rotors

*Dimensions
Length x Width x Height (in.):188.8 x 77.0 x 65.9
Wheelbase: 112.4 in.
Curb Weight: 4,906 lb

*Performance
Peak Power: 405 hp @ 6500 rpm
Peak Torque: 369 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm
0-62 mph: 6.1 sec.
Top Speed: 157 mph

*Why we love it:
Carves the canyons like a sports car

*Why we don't:
Too heavy for that kind of driving

Price Tag
$69,300 H

By Greg N. Brown
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