The Ruf Dakara is a mid-size luxury crossover SUV based on the Porsche Cayenne and produced by German automobile manufacturer Ruf Automobile. The Dakara debuted at the Geneva Motor Show in 2009 with a base price of approximately $327,853 (€230,454).
| Ruf Dakara | |
|---|---|
 Dakara rear end | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Ruf Automobile |
| Production | 2009 |
| Body and chassis | |
| Body style | 5-door SUV |
| Layout | Front-engine, four-wheel-drive |
| Related | Porsche Cayenne Turbo S |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 4.5 L twin-turbo V8 |
| Power output | 591 hp (441 kW; 599 PS) |
Performance
editThe Dakara is powered by a tuned version of the Cayenne Turbo S's V8 engine that produces 591 hp (441 kW; 599 PS) and 656 lb⋅ft (889 N⋅m) of torque, up from 550 hp (410 kW; 558 PS) and 553 lb⋅ft (750 N⋅m) of torque in the stock Cayenne Turbo S. Ruf says this allows the Dakara to accelerate from 0–60 mph (0–97 km/h) in 4.8 seconds; 0.1 seconds slower than a stock Cayenne Turbo S.[1] It also has re-tuned suspension as well as optional ceramic composite brakes.
Features
editThe most notable differences between the Dakara and the standard Cayenne is the headlamps, which are taken from a (911/997) model Porsche 911. On the exterior, it also has a Ruf body kit with a redesigned front end, widened fenders and 22-inch five-spoke alloy wheels.[2] On the interior, the Dakara features front and rear-facing cameras, redesigned leather seats, an LED lighting package and a high end multimedia system that features TV and phone reception, internet access, CD and DVD compatibility and an iPod interface.[3]
References
edit- ^ Evans, Scott (2009-03-06). "When a Porsche Cayenne Turbo S Isn't Enough: The 591-hp, $327,853 Ruf Dakara". Motor Trend. Retrieved 2018-04-12.
- ^ Wojdyla, Ben (2009-03-05). "RUF Dakara: A Porsche Cayenne That Looks Like A Porsche". Jalopnik. Retrieved 2018-04-12.
- ^ "RUF Dakara News @ Top Speed". Top Speed. 2009-03-06. Retrieved 2018-04-12.
External links
edit- Official website (in German)[dead link]
- When a Porsche Cayenne Turbo S Isn't Enough: The 591-hp, $327,853 Ruf Dakara[dead link]
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