BREAKING: The new Porsche Cayenne Electric has just been revealed as the most powerful and heaviest production vehicle in the brand’s history. With an astonishing 1,139 horsepower and 1,106 pound-feet (1,500 Newton-meters) of torque, this electric powerhouse is making waves in the automotive world.
Weighing in at a hefty 5,831 pounds (2,645 kilograms), the Cayenne Electric Turbo variant has dethroned the previous record holder, the Cayenne Turbo E-Hybrid Coupe, which weighed 5,721 pounds (2,595 kg). This marks a significant milestone for Porsche, located in Zuffenhausen, as they continue to push the boundaries of performance and weight.
The Cayenne Electric Turbo features a massive 113-kWh battery pack that alone weighs approximately 1,322 pounds (600 kg). For perspective, that’s nearly the weight of an entire vintage car: the Porsche 356 SL, which won its class at the 1951 24 Hours of Le Mans, weighed just 1,410 pounds (640 kg).
This launch underscores a growing trend in the automotive industry towards heavier electric vehicles. For instance, the Mercedes EQS SUV weighs in at 6,792 pounds (3,081 kg), while the Cadillac Escalade IQ tops the scale at a staggering 9,134 pounds (4,143 kg). Even the lighter Rivian R1S surpasses the Cayenne Electric at 7,068 pounds (3,205 kg).
Despite its weight, the Cayenne Electric Turbo is far from the heaviest electric SUV on the market. The competitive landscape of electric SUVs continues to evolve, with many models pushing the limits of what drivers can expect in performance and size.
The unveiling of the Cayenne Electric marks a pivotal moment for Porsche, which has a history of producing robust vehicles. The original 2002 Cayenne was also known for its substantial weight, weighing in at 5,191 pounds (2,355 kg) in Turbo S trim. This upward trend in weight raises questions about future models, as Porsche has plans for a three-row SUV that may push these records even higher.
As the automotive industry shifts towards electrification, the new Cayenne Electric not only highlights Porsche’s commitment to performance but also raises important discussions about how weight impacts electric vehicle efficiency and design.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story as Porsche continues to redefine its legacy in the electric vehicle sector.
