Porsche: e-Performance for the Cayman 🎥
POTENTIAL OF THE MISSION R Porsche has started testing the technical components of the Mission R electric sports car with the 718 Cayman GT4 e-Performance. This concept study was presented at the IAA Mobility 2021.
At the IAA Mobility in Munich, the Mission R concept study presented the vision of an all-electric GT racing car for the customer motorsport of the future. The Porsche 718 Cayman GT4 e-Performance serves as a test vehicle for this new drive technology.
As fast as a GT3 Cup car
Like the Mission R, the all-wheel drive racing car uses the chassis of the 718 GT4 Clubsport. The electric motor and battery technology also comes from the concept study.
In qualifying mode, 735 kW (1000 hp) and more can be achieved, and in simulated racing mode, 450 kW (612 hp) is permanently available for 30 minutes. In terms of lap times and top speed, the 718 Cayman GT4 e-Performance is based on the current 992-generation GT3 Cup car.
Important factor direct oil cooling
By 2030, Porsche aims to be CO2-neutral across the entire value chain and the life cycle of newly sold vehicles. By then, the proportion of all new vehicles with a fully electric drive should be more than 80 percent.
The direct oil cooling system developed by Porsche for the synchronous motors and the battery pack counteracts thermally induced derating.
Björn Förster, GT4 e-Performance Project Manager: "The integration of oil cooling has had a significant impact on the vehicle concept. Thanks to 900-volt technology, the storage level of the battery increases from 5 to 80 percent in around 15 minutes at full charging power."
Environmentally friendly materials
The design of the 718 Cayman GT4 e-Performance was created by Grant Larson and a team from Porsche Style. The body is made of natural fiber composite materials, among other things.
Recycled carbon fibers are also used in tests. The wider fenders compared to the 718 Cayman GT4 Clubsport create space for even wider 18-inch Michelin racing tires.
World premiere at Goodwood
The Cayman GT4 e-Performance will make its first appearance at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, which takes place from June 23 to 26. The second stop will be the Porsche plant in Leipzig on August 20, which is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year.
The two demo vehicles will then travel through various European countries before heading to North America in early 2023.
