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Porsche Cayenne S… Transsyberia style
After winning the Transsyberia Rally three years in a row (and taking the top 6 positions in this years contest), PGA Cars has finally decided to introduce the new Porsche Cayenne S Transsyberia to the local market via a two-day test drive of the sturdy vehicle.
Last September 12, I headed over to McKinley Hill to witness the durability and exceptional performance of the vehicle, in a simulated environment.
For those of you that are unaware, the Transsyberia Rally is an intercontinental race from Moscow, Russia to Ulan Bator, Mongolia. Spanning approximately 7,200 kilometers, the rally is a grueling two week competition across various forms of terrain that takes its toll on both man and machine. So both driver and vehicle have to be first rate.
On hand that day was Mr. Eddie Keng, Porsche Sport Driving School instructor and two-time Transsyberia Rally participant. After showing us some clips from the race, and sharing some of his experiences, Mr. Keng led us out to the make shift rally course and introduced us to the obstacles we’d be facing. So after our quick briefing, we were off to experience the Porsche Cayenne S Transsyberia…
Anyway, here are a few photos from the event.
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[click on image for larger view]Layout: Front engine, four wheel drive, 5 door SUV
Engine : 4,806 cm³ V8, 4 cam, 32 valve engine, with VarioCam inlet camshaft control and direct fuel injection system
Maximum output: 385 bhp (283 KW) at 6,200 rpm
Maximum torque: 500 Nm at 3,500 rpm
Transmission: 6 Speed Tiptronic S
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: Tiptronic S: 6.8 seconds
Top speed: 252 km/h (Manual) & 250 km/hr (Tiptronic S)
Standard equipment:
Enhanced aerodynamics [NEW]
Front apron [NEW]
Rear apron [NEW]
Load sill reinforcement [NEW]
Roof spoiler [NEW]
Tailgate finisher [NEW]
LED tail lights [NEW]
18” Cayenne S wheels
Sport button
Hydrophobic side windows
Porsche Traction Management (PTM)
ABS 8.0 with ABD, ASR and MSR
Exterior trim covers in satinated aluminum
Dual front, side and thorax airbags
12-way adjustable front comfort seats
Part leather interior in grained finish
Dual-zone automatic air-conditioning
Alarm system with central locking remote
Tyre repair system
Individual options:
Metallic paint
Air suspension with PASM
Front and rear floormats
18” collapsible spare tyre
Servotronic
Roll up manual side window blinds
CDC-4 six disk changer
Power liftgate
Front and rear park assistant
20” Cayenne SportTechno wheels
Tiptronic S transmission
Bi-Xenon headlamps
Bose Sound System
Sport Tail pipes
Light comfort package
Sports exhaust
the new Chrysler Town & Country Touring Edition
Bannering the American heritage and standard of quality, luxury and comfort, Chrysler recently launched the latest Town & Country Touring Edition at the Manila Polo Club, in an entertaining afternoon of fine food, entertainment and a series of games to familiarize the media with the new automobile, as well as an opportunity to test drive the new machine.
True to its legacy of innovation and luxury, Chrysler’s new Town & Country Touring Edition brings the best of style, functionality and comfort in the latest edition of the “family room on wheels”. Designed to fit seven passengers comfortably, the Town & Country is actually a vehicle that can be altered to suit your needs, once again raising the bar for excellence and reinventing the ideal family friendly mobile. Armed with its unique Stow ‘n Go fold-flat-to-the-floor seating, seats can be hidden to make way for more storage capacity. So whether you’re a mom on the go, looking to find ways to add more space for your toddlers or a family man looking for a vehicle that will allow your whole brood to travel in heavenly comfort, this just may be the vehicle you’re looking for. Of course, the new Town & Country is also ideal for singles that enjoy traveling, as the spacious compartments, and adjustable storage make for great stow space for all your gear.
With innovations and upgrades to their line of vehicles, Chrysler, the inventor of the minivan has truly embraced the lifestyle of today’s modern family. With more than twelve million units sold since its introduction in 1983, the new Town & Country Touring Edition is sure to boost those numbers, with the convenience, comfort, luxury and flexibility of this new multipurpose family room on “wheels”.
