Hot on the heels of the Brabus GLK V12’s record run of 203 mph at the Nardo proving ground, Techart have fallen a few mph short of snatching the title away by ‘only’ achieving 200.7 mph.
But when it comes to records, if you can’t beat an existing one then just make up a new one, so Techart are proudly proclaiming this as a new speed record for a full-size SUV. See? And who says size doesn’t matter…?
Techart’s Cayenne Turbo is based on the Turbo S version of Porsche’s SUV and is fitted with a TA 055/2.2 performance kit that takes the engine
up to 660 bhp, an increase of 130 bhp compared with the standard production model.
The Aerodynamics Kit, together with a “Sport” air suspension module, additionally delivered the necessary performance on the circuit.
For the record run at moderate temperatures the TECHART Team chose Continental Cross Contact UHP high-performance tyres on 22-inch TECHART Formula rims, which were exposed to specific loading as a result of the one-sided cornering on the circuit. Longstanding TECHART test driver Sandro Reuter said, “The SUV was ideally prepared for the event. Both the engine and the tires showed a high level of performance and consistency.”
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Steve Davies
Steve is an investor, private equity advisor and former Partner at KPMG, PwC and Bain. Most importantly he's a life-long car enthusiast, mountain biker and active sports enthusiast. He designs and builds technology platforms and is the architect behind Transmission.
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