The new 2008 Porsche Cayenne Turbo combines power, safety and technology under one roof. Its impressive 8-cylinder engine nets 500-horse power, using two exhaust turbochargers and direct injection, which can boost fuel economy. The model gets an estimated 19mpg on the highway.

Standard safety features on this model include Porsche Stability Management, which improves traction and even helps during dangerous road conditions by correcting over and understeering by getting the vehicle back on its intended path, applying brake pressure when needed. There’s also airbags that protect the front occupants, side-impact protection, 3-point seatbelts with pretensioners and anti-lock brakes.

A technology-package is available for this and the other ‘08 Cayenne models to assist in off-road handling. Included in that system are an electronically variable and lockable rear differential as part of the standard all-wheel-drive system. The differential helps supply the needed amount of torque in situations such as rough terrain, so the vehicle can ride through with ease.

Black, high-glass tailgate trim and brushed-aluminum roof rails add to the sporty yet stylish look of the Cayenne Turbo, while convenient exterior features include a rear tailgate window that may be opened separately and via remote control and dark tinted glass on rear window and rear side windows.

Lighting comes in abundance on the model, including bi-xenon headlights, footwell lighting and uniform lighting concept in white for entire interior, continuously variable, making the model not only even more convenient but also safer. Also contributing to safety are the standard front and side-impact airbags and anti-lock brakes.

Those looking for an all-wheel drive vehicle that will turn heads with its sporty design, but is also safe enough to carry the entire family should stop at the 2008 Porsche Cayenne Turbo. It’s got something for everybody.