Porsche Cayenne S E-Hybrid
Why should you buy this? It’s the sportiest hybrid SUV you can buy.
Who’s it for? Those who don’t want to give up their souls to drive efficiently.
How much will it cost? $79,000+
Why we picked the Porsche Cayenne S E-Hybrid:
“Hybrid” and “SUV’” are nails in the coffin for a vehicle’s fun-to-drive character — at least that’s usually the case. A high center of gravity and a heavy powertrain should result in sloppy handling and sluggish acceleration, but Porsche has a habit of breaking the rules. The Cayenne S E-Hybrid is every bit as enjoyable to drive as the standard Cayenne, which is already the most dynamic luxury SUV.
The Cayenne S E-Hybrid’s powertrain consists of a 3.0-liter supercharged six-cylinder engine and an electric motor that combine to deliver 416 hp and 435 lb-ft. Thanks to a stellar eight-speed automatic transmission and permanent all-wheel drive system, 0 to 60 mph takes just 5.2 seconds and mid-corner grip is tremendous. Add one of the best electronically assisted steering racks on the market and the hybrid Cayenne leaves nothing to be desired from a performance perspective.
If you aren’t hammering the throttle, you’re enjoying the Cayenne S E-Hybrid’s plush seats, supple ride quality, and spectacular fit and finish. In terms of efficiency, the plug-in hybrid SUV manages 22 combined mpg, 46 mpge, and 14 miles of all-electric range. While not a massive improvement over the standard car, it’s enough to cut fuel costs at a marginal premium over the standard Cayenne S.
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