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Porsche Considers Hybrid Version of SUV

Discussion in 'Prius, Hybrid, EV and Alt-Fuel News' started by tag, Jan 10, 2005.

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    DETROIT - German luxury automaker Porsche AG is considering whether to offer a hybrid-powered version of its Cayenne sport utility vehicle and plans to decide whether to pursue the option later this year, its chief executive said Monday.

    Wendelin Wiedeking told reporters at the North American International Auto Show that a hybrid drive would only make sense in its Cayenne, since space and weight considerations would stand in the way of a hybrid 911 or Boxster.

    "Since we at Porsche are convinced that environmental compatibility will be the most significant success factor for the future of the automotive industry," Wiedeking said, "our engineers have been looking closely at this alternative technology for a long time."

    Wiedeking said Porsche also may decide later this year whether to add another model series to its current lineup.


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    I suppose it is deja vu in a sense.........slightly different article but the same old story; 'we're considering it'.
     
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    It's nice to see an agressive stance like this:

    "...we at Porsche are convinced that environmental compatibility will be the most significant success factor for the future of the automotive industry."

    It's a shame that, Ford excluded, American automakers do not have the same attitude. Check out the front page of USA Today if you want anymore proof that hybrids are the future.
     
    #4 Danny, Jan 12, 2005
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    The Cayenne SUV is Porsche's best selling model. That, in my view, is not a good sign for them. Hybridizing the Cayenne cuts down on its very high carbon emissions and very low gas mileage. It's a European Hummer with more snob appeal.
     
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