PORSCHECayenne S (958) 2014 - 2017

　　The facelifted version of the Porsche Cayenne was introduced in 2014 and it received a restyled design, new features, and, most important, upgraded engines, including for the S-version.

　　When it was introduced in 2002, the Cayenne S featured a 4.5-liter V8, which was a bridge between the standard V6 and the mighty Turbo. It was the middle ground. For the second generation's facelift, the Cayenne S was downsized, but better in any way.

　　The exterior of the 2014 Cayenne was enhanced with a sharper design and clear lines. The front fenders, the grille, and the headlights were entirely new. The grille was still divided into three main areas, with the biggest one kept for the engine. The underbody aluminum shield was replaced by a black plastic one. In the back, the roof-spoiler became a standard fit for the entire range.

　　Inside, the connection with the 911 range was more obvious due to the five-dials instrument cluster and the centrally-mounted tachometer. The new, tall and slim, air-vents were inspired by the Panamera sedan, but on the center console, the buttons from the PTM system were an updated version of those found in the first generation Cayenne.

　　Under the hood, the 2014 Cayenne offered a twin-turbo 3.6-liter engine. The displacement resembled the flat-six engines from the 911 range, but in a mid-size SUV, the V6 was a better choice. It was 20 hp more powerful than the non-facelifted Cayenne S. It was paired as standard to an 8-speed automatic gearbox. In the end, it obtained a better fuel-efficiency and it was quicker than its V8 predecessor by almost half a second in a 0-100 kph (0-62 mph) run.

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