V8 Naturally Aspirated Engine

V8 Naturally Aspirated Engine

The 4.8 l naturally aspirated engine of the Cayenne S is characterized by the following features:
- Newly developed, lighter crankshaft and connecting rods
- Oil guide housing made of magnesium
- Intake camshafts optimized for power output and torque characteristics
- New intake system with larger throttle valve

NOTE: The larger counter-weight radius has the advantage that the weight is fitted further to the outside, with the result that a lower weight is possible.

A lighter crankshaft and lighter connecting rods are used in the Cayenne S as a lightweight design measure aimed at reducing weight. The diameter of the connecting rods is reduced by 2 mm compared with the previous Cayenne S and the crankshaft has a larger counter-weight radius. As a result, the crank drive is 5 lbs (2.3 kg) lighter than the previous V8 crank drive.