2018 Porsche Cayenne Australian pricing

The all-new Porsche Cayenne has arrived in Australia, launching with a three-variant range priced between $116,000 and $239,400.

The 2018 Cayenne features a new light-weight aluminium body, newly developed eight-speed dual-clutch gearbox, electronically-adjustable suspension, the latest-generation of Porsche’s infotainment suite, active aerodynamics and active all-wheel-drive – which allows drivers to switch between Normal, Sport, Sport Plus and custom drive mode settings.

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It also pinches some inspiration from its sleeker 911 sibling including staggered tyre sizes and optional rear-wheel steering.

The entry-level Cayenne is powered by a 250kW 3.0-litre turbo V6 petrol which helps it accelerate to 100 km/h in just 6.2 seconds - or just 5.9 seconds with the optional Sport Chrono Package. The Aussie version comes with additional standard features including ParkAssist with surround view and Lane Change Assist.

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Next up is the Cayenne S, priced from $155,100, and powered by a 2.9-litre biturbo V6 that produces 324kW. Despite its size, the Cayenne S reaches 100 km/h in 5.2 seconds, which can be trimmed to 4.6 seconds if fitted with Sport Chrono.

Meanwhile, the range-topping Cayenne Turbo has a beastly 4.0-litre twin-turbo V6 at its heart that generates 404kW and massive 770Nm - more stonk than the 911 Turbo. This will blast away from zero to 100km/h in a mere 4.1 seconds, or a barely-believable 3.9 seconds with Sport Chrono.

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Additional standard features for the local S and Turbo variants include a panoramic sunroof, while the Turbo also gains ambient lighting, seat ventilation and four-zone climate control.

2018 Porsche Cayenne pricing

• Cayenne - $116,300
• Cayenne S - $155,100
• Cayenne Turbo - $239,400