Overview
Cars like the 2011 Porsche Cayenne Hybrid SUV might not be able to give you the direct benefits one might expect from its hybrid powertrain. However, its use must not be overlooked. The Cayenne Hybrid uses its 3.0L Supercharged V6, a 34 kW single-motor hybrid system, and a 288V nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) battery to produce 380 horsepower and 427 lb-ft of torque. This gives the Cayenne Hybrid a 0-60 of 6.1 seconds. The hybrid engine here is to support the gasoline engine to boost performance and offer slightly better fuel economy than what a single gasoline engine would be capable of. That said, the Cayenne Hybrid achieves a combined fuel economy of 21 MPG. As part of the midsize SUV, the Cayenne Hybrid competes with the Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid SUV. The less expensive rivals include the Lexus RX 450h SUV and the Toyota Highlander Hybrid SUV which has a seating capacity of 7. It offers only one trim with a base MSRP of $67,700.
