The SUV that saved Porsche goes electric, and the tech is interesting

"And indeed, the company has sold more than a million 911s since the model's introduction in 1963. But here's the bald truth: It's the SUVs that keep the lights on. Without their profit, there would be no money to develop the next T-Hybrid or GT3. The first Cayenne was introduced just 23 years ago; since then, Porsche has sold more than 1.5 million of them. And the next one will be electric."

"Of course, this won't be Porsche's first electric SUV. That honor goes to the electric Macan, which is probably becoming a more common sight on the streets in more well-heeled neighborhoods. Like the Macan, the Cayenne Electric is based on Volkswagen Group's Premium Platform Electric, but this is no mere scaled-up Macan. "It's not just a product update; it's a complete new chapter in the story," said Sajjad Khan, a member of Porsche's management board in charge of car IT."

Porsche's next Cayenne will be electric and aims to be the brand's most powerful production model while marking a broader technological leap. SUV profits fund development of Porsche's sports models, and Cayenne sales exceed 1.5 million since introduction 23 years ago. The Cayenne Electric uses Volkswagen Group's Premium Platform Electric but features an all-new battery pack, more efficient and powerful motors, and a redesigned cockpit. The main instrument panel now employs a 14.25-inch OLED display and a curved infotainment screen dominates the interior. Early development drives have been completed and technical details emphasize innovation beyond a simple update.

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