The new Porsche Roxster project, the medium SUV based on the chassis of the Audi Q5, has either been temporarily or permanently shelved according to reports. Efforts are instead being focused on the second generation Porsche Cayenne, which will inherit some of the Panamera technology.

The new Cayenne is likely to adopt start&stop technology, and the hybrid drivetrain, while the basis of the platform will still be the Volkswagen Touareg MK II (currently under testing), with some inspiration from the next generation Audi Q7.

The new Audi-Porsche-VW SUV group will feature chassis’ designed to be at least 200 kg lighter. While optimistic, the new models should use alluminium on the doors, boot and bonnet, while the new Cayenne will also have an increased wheel base of about five centimetres.

The interior will be inspired by the new Panamera, along with some external touches as well, that will include some features from the 911. Among the engine range, we’ll see the renewed V8 in aspirated and twin turbo versions, with the debut of a new V6 turbodiesel and a hybrid unit.

The latter will be based on a V6 three-litre petrol compressed unit with 333 hp and 440 Nm of torque (the same as the Audi S4). The electric component will have 55 hp and 285 Nm. The entire range will feature a new eight-speed, automatic transmission, while the Cayenne hybrid will be capable of running on the electric engine up to 50 km/hr.

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