From 2007 to 2010, the company produced the 4.8-liter Porsche M48.01 gasoline engine, which was mounted in the rear of the 957 or a redesigned first-generation Cayenne crossover. There were two forcing levels available for the unit: 385 horsepower for the S version and 405 horsepower for the GTS.
M48-line engines: M48.00, M48.50, M48.01, M48.51, and M48.70.
Specifications
| Production years | 2007-2010 |
| Displacement, cc | 4806 |
| Fuel system | direct injection |
| Power output, hp | 385 – 405 |
| Torque output, Nm | 500 |
| Cylinder block | aluminum V8 |
| Block head | aluminum 32v |
| Cylinder bore, mm | 96 |
| Piston stroke, mm | 83 |
| Compression ratio | 12.5 |
| Features | VarioCam Plus |
| Hydraulic lifters | yes |
| Timing drive | chain |
| Phase regulator | on the intake shafts |
| Turbocharging | no |
| Recommended engine oil | 5W-40 |
| Engine oil capacity, liter | 8.5 |
| Fuel type | petrol |
| Euro standards | EURO 4 |
| Fuel consumption, L/100 km (for Porsche Cayenne S 2008) — city — highway — combined |
20.2 10.1 13.7 |
| Engine lifespan, km | ~250 000 |
| Weight, kg | 217 |
The engine was installed on:
- Porsche Cayenne 1 (9PA) in 2007 – 2010.
Disadvantages of the Porsche M48.01 engine
Compared to their predecessor, seizures in the cylinders are less frequent here, but there are still
In addition to overheating or operating a cold engine, poor oil or gasoline can be the cause;
Antifreeze leaks from burst pipes or tanks cause a lot of problems;
Both the fuel pump in the tank and the injection pump of the direct injection system frequently malfunction;
The engine’s vacuum pump, thermostat, pump, and ignition coils are its weak points.