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Specifications

Vehicle

EPA Classification

Two Seater

Sport Utility Vehicle

Engine

Engine Order Code

Engine Type

Gas V6

Turbo Gas V8

Displacement

3.0L/181

4.5L/275

Fuel System

PGM-FI

SMPI

SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM

252 @ 6600

450 @ 6000

SAE Net Torque @ RPM

210 @ 5300

457 @ 2250-4750

Transmission

Drivetrain

Rear Wheel Drive

All Wheel Drive

Trans Order Code

Trans Type

Trans Description Cont.

Automatic w/OD

Trans Description Cont. Again

First Gear Ratio (:1)

2.611

4.15

Second Gear Ratio (:1)

1.552

2.37

Third Gear Ratio (:1)

1.026

1.56

Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)

0.684

1.16

Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)

0.86

Sixth Gear Ratio (:1)

0.69

Reverse Ratio (:1)

1.909

3.39

Clutch Size

Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)

4.428

3.70

Seventh Gear Ratio (:1)

Eighth Gear Ratio (:1)

Weight Information

Base Curb Weight

3197 lbs

5200 lbs

Suspension

Suspension Type - Front

Double-Wishbone

Independent

Suspension Type - Rear

Double-Wishbone

Independent

Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)

w/Coil Springs

Double Wishbone

Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)

w/Coil Springs

Multi-link

Shock Absorber Diameter - Front

Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear

Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front

0.72 in

Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear

0.75 in

Brakes

Brake Type

Pwr

Brake ABS System

4-Wheel

Brake ABS System (Second Line)

Disc - Front (Yes or )

Yes

Disc - Rear (Yes or )

Yes

Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness

11.7 x 1.1 in

13.78 x 1.34 in

Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness

11.9 x 0.9 in

13.00 x 1.10 in

Drum - Rear (Yes or )

Rear Drum Diam x Width

Wheels

Front Wheel Size

17" x 7" in

18 x 8 in

Rear Wheel Size

17" x 9.0" in

18 x 8 in

Spare Wheel Size

Rear Wheel Material

Aluminum

Spare Wheel Material

Tires

Front Tire Order Code

Rear Tire Order Code

Spare Tire Order Code

Front Tire Size

P215/40ZR17

P255/55ZR18

Rear Tire Size

P255/40ZR17

P255/55ZR18

Spare Tire Size

Mileage

EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy

24 MPG

18 MPG

Cruising Range - City

314.50 mi

343.20 mi

EPA Fuel Economy Est - City

17 MPG

13 MPG

Fuel Economy Est-Combined

Cruising Range - Hwy

444.00 mi

475.20 mi

EPA MPG Equivalent - City

EPA MPG Equivalent - Hwy

EPA MPG Equivalent - Combined

Battery Range

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx

18.5 gal

26.4 gal

Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx

Emissions

Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year

EPA Greenhouse Gas Score

Steering

Steering Type

Variable Pwr

Servotronic speed-sensitive

Steering Ratio (:1), Overall

18.6

Lock to Lock Turns (Steering)

3.24

Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb

38.1 ft

Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall

39.0 ft

Interior Dimensions

Passenger Capacity

Passenger Volume

48.9 ft³

Front Head Room

36.3 in

39.7 in

Front Leg Room

44.3 in

40.6 in

Front Shoulder Room

52.5 in

58.5 in

Front Hip Room

53.8 in

57.4 in

Second Head Room

38.9 in

Second Leg Room

36.0 in

Second Shoulder Room

56.7 in

Second Hip Room

53.3 in

Exterior Dimensions

Wheelbase

99.6 in

112.4 in

Length, Overall

174.2 in

188.3 in

Width, Max w/o mirrors

71.3 in

75.9 in

Height, Overall

46.1 in

66.9 in

Track Width, Front

59.5 in

64.6 in

Track Width, Rear

60.7 in

65.4 in

Min Ground Clearance

10.75 in

Liftover Height

Cargo Area Dimensions

Trunk Volume

5.0 ft³

Trailering

Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.

5000 lbs

Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.

500 lbs

Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.

7716 lbs

Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.

771 lbs

Electrical

Cold Cranking Amps @ 0� F (Primary)

Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)

120

Cooling System

Total Cooling System Capacity

17.4 qts

Feature

MECHANICAL

3.0L DOHC PGM-FI 24-valve VTEC V6 engine w/cast-in iron cylinder liners.

Titanium connecting rods.

Direct ignition system w/knock control.

Drive-by-wire throttle system.

105,000 mile tune-up interval.

4-speed Sequential SportShift automatic transmission w/OD, lockup torque converter, column-mounted shifter toggle.

Torque control differential.

Traction control system (TCS).

Transverse midship engine/rear wheel drive.

12-volt maintenance-free battery.

120 amp alternator.

4-wheel independent aluminum double-wishbone suspension.

Front/rear coil springs, stabilizer bar, gas filled Progressive Valve shock absorbers.

215/40ZR17 ultra-high performance front tires.

255/40ZR17 ultra-high-performance rear tires.

17" x 7.0" forged aluminum alloy front wheels.

17" x 9.0" forged aluminum alloy rear wheels.

Variable pwr-assisted rack-and-pinion steering.

Pwr-assisted 4-wheel ventilated disc brakes.

4-channel anti-lock braking system (ABS).

Dual exhaust system.

18.5 gallon fuel tank

4.5L (275) DOHC SMPI aluminum water-cooled twin-turbocharged 32-valve V8 engine.

VarioCam variable valve timing system.

Resonance-tube induction.

Dry sump lubrication w/dual oil pickup.

6-speed Tiptronic S transmission w/OD.

Porsche Traction Management (PTM) permanent all-wheel drive.

Fully galvanized steel body w/integrated frame.

Front independent double wishbone suspension.

Rear independent multi-link suspension.

Air suspension w/self-leveling ride height control, Porsche active suspension management.

Porsche Stability Management (PSM).

P255/55ZR18 tires.

18" x 8" Turbo alloy wheels.

Wheel center caps w/monochrome Porsche crest.

Servotronic speed-sensitive pwr steering system.

4-wheel vented disc brakes w/6-piston front/4-piston rear aluminum fixed calipers.

Brake pad wear sensors w/in dash warning light.

4-wheel anti-lock braking system.

(4) exhaust outlets in matte silver finish.

26.4 gallon fuel tank

EXTERIOR

Convertible hardtop w/removeable aluminum roof panel, integrated storage compartment.

All-aluminum unit-body construction.

Body-integrated rear spoiler w/LED stoplight.

Fixed high intensity discharge (HID) headlamps.

Dual pwr door mirrors.

Heat-rejecting green-tinted glass.

Variable intermittent windshield wipers w/mist feature

Roof rails.

Heat-insulating laminated glass w/enhanced reflectivity, rear privacy glass.

Pwr heated retractable mirrors.

Heated windshield washers.

Integrated front fog lights.

Rear window wiper.

Bi-Xenon headlamps w/dynamic leveling, washers, dynamically controlled static cornering light

ENTERTAINMENT

INTERIOR

Perforated leather-trimmed 4-way pwr bucket seats.

Center storage console.

Perforated leather-wrapped steering wheel w/mounted cruise controls.

Carpeted floor mats.

Tilt & telescope steering column.

Theft-deterrent security system w/electronic immobilizer system.

Pwr windows.

Pwr door locks.

Cruise control.

Keyless entry system.

Remote trunk/hatch/fuel filler door releases.

Rear window defroster w/timer.

Maintenance interval reminder.

Automatic climate control.

Acura/Bose AM/FM stereo w/cassette & trunk-mounted 6-disc CD changer.

Pwr antenna.

Dual cup holders.

Perforated leather door trim panel w/storage

Aluminum-look interior.

Smooth Leather 12-way pwr heated comfort front bucket seats w/enhanced memory.

60/40 split folding heated rear seats.

Heated multifunction 3-spoke steering wheel w/pwr adjustment.

Trip computer.

PCM info & navigation system.

Pwr windows.

Pwr door locks.

Cruise control.

Alarm system with ultrasonic interior surveillance, inclination sensor.

Electronic immobilizer w/in-key transponder.

Automatic climate control w/dual front passenger controls-inc: auto air recirculation system w/air quality sensor, particle/pollen/carbon filter.

Bose AM/FM radio-inc: CD player, 14-speakers.

Lockable air-cooled glovebox & front passenger seat storage compartment.

Stainless steel door entry guard & pedal pads.

Leather-wrapped shift lever.

Dual front/rear adjustable cup holders.

(6) aux pwr outlets.

Front/rear parking assist system

SAFETY

4-channel anti-lock braking system (ABS).

Driver & front passenger airbag supplemental restraint system.

3-point seatbelts.

Seatbelt pretensioners w/load-limiters.

Side-impact door beams.

Traction control system (TCS).

Front/rear crumple zones

Driver & front passenger frontal airbags.

Front side-impact airbags.

Front/rear side curtain airbags.

Front airbag deactivation.

Side-guard door beams.

3-point seat belts w/pretensioners, front force limiters.

Child seat UCRA anchors on outer rear seats

PACKAGE

Safety and Warranty

Rebate

Warranty

Basic Years:
4.

Basic Miles/km:
50,000.

Drivetrain Years:
4.

Drivetrain Miles/km:
50,000.

Corrosion Years:
5.

Corrosion Miles/km:
Unlimited.

Roadside Assistance Years:
4.

Roadside Assistance Miles/km:
50,000

Basic Years:
4.

Basic Miles/km:
50,000.

Drivetrain Years:
4.

Drivetrain Miles/km:
50,000.

Corrosion Years:
10.

Corrosion Miles/km:
Unlimited.

Roadside Assistance Years:
4.

Roadside Assistance Miles/km:
50,000

Recall

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
04V069000.

Mfg's Report Date:
02/16/2004.

Component:
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD.

Potential Number of Units Affected:
10637.

Summary:
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE MAIN WIRING HARNESS WAS INCORRECTLY ROUTED. DAMAGE TO THE MAIN WIRING HARNESS CAN LEAD TO THE FAILURE OF VARIOUS ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS..

Consequence:
IN EXTREME CASES, TO A CABLE FIRE BENEATH THE INSTRUMENT PANEL IN THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT..

Remedy:
DEALERS WILL RE-ROUTE THE WIRING HARNESS. OWNER NOTIFICATION SCHEDULE BEGAN ON MARCH 29, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT PORSCHE AT 1-800-545-8039..

Notes:
CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236)..

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
04V072000.

Mfg's Report Date:
02/16/2004.

Component:
SEATS.

Potential Number of Units Affected:
4144.

Summary:
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT FRAMES WERE NOT ADEQUATELY WELDED..

Consequence:
IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE SEAT FRAME COULD BREAK, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH..

Remedy:
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT FRAME. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON MARCH 29, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT PORSCHE AT 1-800-545-8039..

Notes:
PORSCHE RECALL NO. A306.CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236)..

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
03V351000.

Mfg's Report Date:
09/24/2003.

Component:
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS.

Potential Number of Units Affected:
326.

Summary:
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE AFFECTED VEHICLES MAY BE MISSING THE GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT RATING (GVWR) AND GROSS AXLE WEIGHT RATINGS (GAWR) ON THE CERTIFICATION LABEL AS REQUIRED BY PART 567.4(G)(3) AND (G)(4)..

Consequence:
THE VEHICLE OPERATOR WILL NOT BE INFORMED OF THE VEHICLE'S GVWR AND GAWR..

Remedy:
DEALERS WILL APPLY THE CORRECTED LABEL. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON DECEMBER 22, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT PORSCHE AT 1-800-545-8039..

Notes:
PORSCHE RECALL NO. A401. CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236)..

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
04V071000.

Mfg's Report Date:
02/16/2004.

Component:
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION.

Potential Number of Units Affected:
4099.

Summary:
CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES MAY HAVE HAD A TRANSFER CASE INSTALLED THAT COULD, DUE TO CHANGES IN THE HOUSING CASTING, RESULT IN THE OIL PUMP ROTATION. SHOULD THIS OCCUR, OIL STARVATION OF THE INTERNAL GEARS MIGHT RESULT..

Consequence:
CONTINUED OPERATION OF THE VEHICLE COULD RESULT IN A FRACTURE OF THE TRANSFER CASE HOUSING. INCORRECT TORQUE WOULD THEN BE APPLIED TO THE DRIVEN WHEELS OR OIL COULD LEAK AND CONTACT THE TIRES..

Remedy:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE TRANSFER CASE HOUSING AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE TRANSFER CASE. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON MAY 3, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT PORSCHE AT 1-800-545-8039..

Notes:
CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236)..

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
04V593000.

Mfg's Report Date:
12/09/2004.

Component:
SEAT BELTS.

Summary:
CERTAIN PASSENGER CARS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION." ALL THREE REAR SEAT POSITIONS AND THE FRONT PASSENGER POSITION ARE EQUIPPED WITH SEAT BELT RETRACTORS THAT HAVE A LOCKING FEATURE WHICH CONVERTS THE RETRACTOR FROM AN EMERGENCY LOCKING RETRACTOR (ELR) MODE TO AN AUTOMATIC LOCKING RETRACTOR (ALR) MODE FOR THE PURPOSES OF CHILD RESTRAINT INSTALLATION. THE BELT MAY DEACTIVATE THE ALR MODE WITH CERTAIN CHILD RESTRAINTS..

Consequence:
WHEN INVOLVED IN A CRASH, THE CHILD RESTRAINTS MAY NOT BE PROPERLY SECURED INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY OR DEATH TO THE SEAT OCCUPANT..

Remedy:
THE MANUFACTURER HAS NOT YET PROVIDED A REMEDY OR OWNER NOTIFICATION SCHEDULE FOR THIS CAMPAIGN. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT PORSCHE AT 1-800-545-8039..

Notes:
CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236)..

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
04V231000.

Mfg's Report Date:
05/17/2004.

Component:
SEAT BELTS:REAR.

Potential Number of Units Affected:
19175.

Summary:
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE REAR SEAT BELT LATCH ATTACHMENT BOLT IS INSUFFICIENT RIVETED..

Consequence:
IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE SEAT OCCUPANT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY RESTRAINED INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY..

Remedy:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE BELT BUCKLE LATCH AND, IF NECESSARY, REPLACE THE LATCH. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON JUNE 1, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT PORSCHE AT 1-800-545-8039..

Notes:
CUSTOMERS CAN ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236)..

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
17V576000.

Mfg's Report Date:
September 20, 2017.

Component:
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE.

Potential Number of Units Affected:
50,145.

Summary:
Porsche Cars North America, Inc. (Porsche) is recalling certain 2003-2006 Cayenne S and Cayenne Turbo vehicles, 2004-2006 Cayenne vehicles, and 2006 Cayenne S "Titanium" Edition vehicles. These gasoline-powered vehicles have a fuel pump flange that may crack, allowing fuel to leak..

Consequence:
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire..

Remedy:
Porsche will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel filter flanges with new filter flanges that have a protective film, free of charge. The manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Owners may contact Porsche customer service at 1-800-767-7243. Porsche's number for this recall is AH10..

Notes:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

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