Snapped undergoing cold weather testing,
the model doesn’t look too remarkable at first glance as it appears to be an
ordinary Cayenne Coupe. However, there’s a big change out back as the crossover
sports a center-mounted dual exhaust system. While it echoes the sport exhaust
system offered on the 911, there’s reason to believe there’s more going on than
meets the eye. In particular, spy photographers noted some “insider
information” suggesting the model might be called the Cayenne Coupe GT.
Virtually nothing else is known about the
crossover but, if it is a new derivative, we can expect the production model to
sport more extensive changes. Besides a new rear bumper to accommodate the dual
exhaust system, there could be a more aggressive front fascia and unique alloy
wheels backed up by a high-performance braking system.
While nothing is official at this point,
rumors have suggested the Cayenne could be equipped with the twin-turbo
4.0-liter V8 that resides in the Lamborghini Urus. It produces 641 hp and 850 Nm of torque. This allows the model to rocket from 0-100 km/h in 3.6 seconds, before topping out at 305 km/h.
While the Cayenne Coupe Turbo also has a twin-turbo 4.0-liter V8, it’s rated at
a more modest 542 hp and 770 Nm of torque. That’s
a difference of 99 hp and 80 Nm.
Needless to say, the gap is big enough
that Porsche could theoretically offer a high-performance Cayenne Coupe without
stepping on the toes of the Urus. This model could appeal to customers who want
more performance than the Turbo, but don’t want to opt for the Cayenne Turbo SE
Hybrid Coupe. Of course, there have also been rumors about a monster crossover
with over 800 hp.
We’ll just have to wait to see what Porsche has planned.
