Porsche will be on fire in 2022, with a large number of exciting sports cars, SUVs and electric vehicles (EV). The automaker's first electric car debuted in 2020 and has been continuously developed and improved every year since then, and the legendary 911 is faster and more advanced than ever. Porsche understands its audience and knows that diversity is the spice of life, so almost every model can be customized to a degree that other automakers can hardly match.
When it comes to the driver-centric small sports car, it is not much better than the Porsche 718. The model series includes a convertible (Boxster) and a two-door coupe (Cayman). Porsche added spice to the 718 Cayman in 2022. This new GT4 RS model is equipped with a 4.0-liter 6-cylinder engine of the 911 GT3 RS. The power of the engine is 493 horsepower, and the suspension and aerodynamic characteristics of the car have been upgraded. Other changes in Cayman will be mild in 2022, including two new paint colors and customization options.
The update of the 718 Boxster in 2022 is limited to new colors and customization options, but there are still many options for the Convertible 718. Three powerful engines are available on the deck, including a 394-horsepower 4.0-liter flat-6 and a 350-hp turbocharged flat-4.
Porsche has added a new GTS interior to the iconic 911 catalog in 2022, which is powered by a twin-turbocharged 6-cylinder engine. It is equipped with automatic or manual transmission and rear-wheel drive (RWD) or all-wheel drive (AWD). The car draws on the performance components of the 911 Turbo and offers upgrades including weight reduction options.
Porsche 2022 911 covers all possible angles, offering more than 20 different trim levels, body styles and powertrain combinations. There are more than six convertibles, three targa options and several hardtops.
The Cayenne was the original high-performance SUV, hailed as saving Porsche from imminent doom in the early 2000s. Today, the Cayenne series has expanded to include more than a dozen variants, including traditional SUV shapes and stylish "coupe" body styles. The new Turbo GT interior is combined with a twin-turbocharged V8 engine to produce 631 horsepower and 626 pound-feet of torque.
Like other Porsches, the Cayenne is equipped with a new infotainment system for 2022, which introduces Android Auto for the first time. Wireless Apple CarPlay is also standard configuration, in addition to improved voice control, wireless updates, and an improved navigation system with faster processing speed.
Although it does not offer a different body style, nor is it equipped with a powerful hybrid system like its larger cousin, the Cayenne, the Porsche Macan still has a variety of configurations to choose from, including the top-end powered by a twin-turbocharged V6 Macan GTS, can produce 434 horsepower and 405 pound-feet of torque. The 2022 Macan’s improvements include new wheels, an updated interior with a new steering wheel, and enhancements to the SUV’s power system. The basic engine increases the horsepower to 261 horsepower, and the Macan S is equipped with a new twin-turbocharged V6. Porsche rejected the Macan Turbo, but GTS benefited from its powerful second-hand engine.
The Porsche Panamera is a more practical choice than the 718 or 911, but not as brutal as the Cayenne. Even with four seats and a large cargo compartment, due to its powerful engine and responsive suspension, this car can manage the handling and cruel speed of a sports car. Porsche wants you to use Panamera in your own way, offering two body styles (yes, wagons) and multiple powertrains.
Porsche now offers a platinum version of the exterior package for selected decorations, with 21-inch wheels and exclusive lighting treatments. This kit is suitable for Panamera, Panamera 4S and Panamera 4 E-Hybrid. Each new Panamera is equipped with Porsche's new PCM 6.0 infotainment software. The system brings an updated interface and Android Auto. Wireless Apple CarPlay is also standard.
As Porsche's first attempt in the field of electric vehicles, Taycan is brand new in 2020. The car has outstanding performance, first-class interior and impeccable Porsche style. Porsche has added a new GTS model to the 2022 Taycan catalog. It borrows the components of Taycan Turbo S and obtains unique handling characteristics. Oh, don't forget the power: there are 590 fully electric ponies here.
Porsche continues to offer Taycans in a variety of configurations, including a few models with a wagon body style. All 2022 Taycans will benefit from the new infotainment system, which brings Android Auto to the car for the first time. Porsche has also added a new remote parking function controlled by a smartphone, new colors and improved battery management functions to speed up the charging time.
Porsche is the source of the information in this article. It was accurate on December 13, 2021, but it may have changed since that day. Always confirm product details and availability through the car manufacturer's website or your local dealer.
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