07/08/2026
Porsche Cayenne Turbo S (9PA / Type 955) — A Legend of the First Generation
In 2006, Porsche introduced the first-generation Cayenne Turbo S (9PA) — the most powerful Cayenne of its time, proving that an SUV could have the character of a true sports car.
It was a vehicle that combined luxury, practicality, Porsche performance, and the capabilities of all-wheel drive.
Main Specifications
🏁 Model: Porsche Cayenne Turbo S (9PA / Type 955)
📅 Production Year: 2006
🚘 Class: High-performance premium SUV
⚙️ Engine:
4.5-liter twin-turbocharged V8
🔥 Power: 521 hp (383 kW)
⏱ 0–100 km/h: approximately 5.2 seconds
🏎 Top Speed: 270 km/h
Technical Features
• Permanent all-wheel drive with Porsche Traction Management (PTM)
• 6-speed Tiptronic S automatic transmission
• Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM)
• Adaptive air suspension
• Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control (PDCC)
• 20-inch alloy wheels
• High-performance braking system
• Porsche Ceramic Composite Brake (PCCB) ceramic brakes were available as an option
Porsche Fact
At the time of its launch in 2006, the Cayenne Turbo S was the world’s most powerful production SUV.
Its 521-hp twin-turbocharged V8 delivered performance figures that had previously been associated mainly with sports cars.
At the same time, the Cayenne Turbo S remained a true Porsche, offering precise handling, outstanding performance, and the ability to confidently drive off the beaten path thanks to the PTM system.
Models like this helped shape the modern high-performance SUV segment, where a single vehicle can combine comfort, luxury, and a sporty character.
Today, the Porsche Cayenne Turbo S 955 is considered one of the most iconic SUVs in Porsche history — a vehicle that became an important part of the Cayenne’s evolution.
