Cayenne Electric takes centre stage at Sepang circuit
PORSCHE Malaysia showcased the new all-electric Cayenne Electric in Malaysia last weekend, bringing the marque’s latest electric SUV to the Petronas Sepang International Circuit alongside the Porsche ARBox Carrera Cup Asia.
Porsche Malaysia unveiled its newest all-electric SUV, the Cayenne Electric, at the Petronas Sepang International Circuit over the weekend. The launch coincided with the return of the Porsche ARBox Carrera Cup Asia, with a series of races taking place on the historic circuit. The Cayenne Electric, Porsche's second fully electric SUV in Malaysia, boasts a WLTP range of up to 642km and can charge from 10-80 percent in under 16 minutes using DC fast charging at 400kW.
The vehicle features an 800-volt architecture, advanced thermal management, and up to 600kW of recuperation. The top-of-the-range Cayenne Turbo Electric delivers up to 850kW, allowing it to accelerate from 0-100kph in just 2.5 seconds. This powerful model, with a top speed of 260kph, represents Porsche's most potent production vehicle to date.
The Cayenne Electric is available for booking in Malaysia at a price of RM609,000. The launch also marked the beginning of a three-day event featuring the Porsche ARBox Carrera Cup Asia, with Malaysian driver Naquib Azlan competing in the PRO category. Motorsport, according to Sime Darby Auto Performance CEO Christopher Hunter, continues to drive innovation and performance for the brand, with the Cayenne Electric being a testament to this philosophy.
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