Porsche releases new Cayenne plug-in hybrid

Porsche has released the new Cayenne E-Hybrid, which has a three-litre V6 engine combined with an electric engine for a total power output of 462 hp.

The electric-only range is 27 miles and it can achieve a speed of 83 miles/h on electric power.

Battery capacity is up 30 per cent, to 14.1 kWh, and the performance of the electric engine is now over 43 per cent higher at 100 kW (136 hp).

The maximum torque of 700 Nm matches that of the 918 Spyder supercar.

Charging takes just under eight hours on a domestic supply, and just over two hours on the optional 7.2 kW fast charger .

The charging process can be managed and monitored via Porsche Communication Management (PCM) and remotely using the Porsche Connect app.

The new Cayenne E-Hybrid can be ordered now for delivery in late May. Prices start from £67,128.