Thanks for the info - thinking about an SEH instead of the Macan Turbo. Can't find one to drive locally however.

 

If you can find a local Panamera SEH to drive, that will give you much of the sense of what the eHybrid part drives and feels like. The rest of the characteristics are nearly identical to the regular Cayenne.

 

Called around for an C-SEH to drive. Nothing available and very limited allocations as well. Not sure how you scored such a great discount on an ordered car but I can't get anywhere close to your deal on an ordered SEH. Dealer said they are just not producing many from factory - 8% of total Cayennes are SEH?

 

Not sure how far you are from Seattle. But you could probably get the same deal from my dealer and either drive home or ship. PM me if you want his contact info.

 

Without knowing the reason for this, first thing that comes to my mind is that US dealers are ripping you guys off !

 

Can you post your configuration #?

Building a car online now and seeing what I have to have. ... did you skip the Infotainment Package.

Thanks

 

I did get the infotainment package. The apps part is worthless, but the Bose and XM are a must. I would consider those two ala carte if that saves some $.

Also I noticed the sports package (which was not available when I ordered) has the Chrono and PASM with Air for less then I paid for them individually, plus you get some exhaust tip option in that package. If you wanted to save some $, you may consider skipping the Chrono, not sure it adds much value (for me at least). It gives you a stop watch and some MFD track functions and adds a sports plus button for more aggressive shift points etc. I have it...but not sure it was worth $770.

I would also add the surround view camera option (which wasn't available for me)

Here is my config (note that it updated some items/pricing since options have changed slightly in the last 9 months).

http://www.porsche-code.com/PGC4KXI3

 

i'd not skip chrono. its like adding a completely different car at push of a button for 770. yes the stop watch is a joke given its an suv and esp. since not the turbo or gts but if you going to buy a new pcar i wouldn't stop too short on the options.

just my $.02

(beauty btw Robot - love that color and wheels look terrific)

 

Does the SC really make a difference in the SEH??

 

Thanks - I did notice some options have changed and I would add the surround camera. Debating trying to find a left over 2105 (with 7.2kW and roof rails at a a min.) vs a 2016 custom order.

I was set on getting the 7.2 as a 'must-hav'e but now I'm wondering. 1.5 hours to charge with 7.2 vs 2.5 hours at 3.6kW on a Level 2 charge? I can charge at work and at home (both L2) so maybe I don't really need it??? Nice to have but it is limiting my choices looking for deals on a 2015 car.

 

You definitely wont find a '15 with a 7.2kw charger, in dealer stock. But if you only charge at home and work, dont spend the $ on it. Its about $800 and that will take a long time to recover by charging faster at public (free) stations....if you will ever even do that. I do that a lot in my routine.

Finding a '15 configured the way you want will also be a long shot..especially a SEH. Most of the ones I have seen are pretty basic.

To your question regarding the SC, where you referring to the Sport Chrono (sport + button)? technically, there is a more aggressive program with it (shift pattern and rpm pattern, as well as automatically switching the tranny into S+ at the same time). That said, I dont really know how much difference that is over the regular sport button. If you think you will be getting on it often, then I would say get it....if just rare occasion (like me), then Sport is probably fine...

 

Robotpedl---sweet looking ride!! Very cool.
Couple Q's for ya:
What %tint and type of tint did you go with? Any more pics (side view)?

Those brake calipers are da bomb!
Are they the same size/type as the 'usual' caliper/pads (non-ceramic)?

Enjoy the ride

 

I think the tint is Formula One Pininacle...but I dont recall the %. Just told them to match the factory back windows.

The calipers are stock eHybrid Green and are the same size as the stock Cayenne S...just cooler looking

 

I've found a few SEH's with the 7.2 charger by combing thru the PCNA website but you are probably correct the the 3.6 will most likely suffice. Trying to work a few deals and deciding if the 3 month wait and options I really want are worth it vs a steeper discount on a 2105. I don't think these SEH's are in demand expect maybe here in CA, and even then they are not HOV compliant.

The SC (Sport Chrono) question was really in reference to the how it changes the driving dynamic on the SEH. THE SC (Sport and Sport Plus) button on my 991 makes a big difference but probably not necessary on the Cayenne SEH.

 

Sport Chrono is a relatively cheap option so I'd take it if I were you. You can always simply not use it by not pressing the sport plus option