RUF RUF developing all-electric Porsche Cayman

[Bartek S.]

One of the most talked about electric cars in recent times is the Lotus Elise based Tesla Roadster, a car that is quickly become more and more popular in performance circles because of its supercar performance and cutting edge technology. Well-established Porsche tuner RUF, a company that has been building cars for more than 60 years, is now poised to launch its own Tesla rival in the form of an all-electric Porsche.

RUF plans to unveil an all-electric version of its Cayman 3400K model (pictured) as early as next month, although the company is yet to announce production schedules or estimated prices. According to Auto Motor und Sport, the car will come with a 204hp (150kW) electric motor with 480lb-ft (650Nm) of instantaneous torque. Power will come from an array of lithium-ion batteries, with charging capable from an ordinary household power outlet.
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[DaSilva]

Wow this is really intresting,
and what a move from RUF..
Good choice IMO

 

[bmer]

So instead of boxer engine roaring you will hear faint buzzing sound?

 

[Mr Robert]

This is a day of rejoice!

 

[Bman]

New to the forums, and this particular announcement is what caught my attention. Kudos to Ruf and this may be my next Porsche in a few years when battery technology catches up. Alas, I still have hope that a diesel turbine powered engine connected to a generator is what powers electric motors in the near future rather than the plug-in recharging designs I've seen so far. Train engines have been diesel (piston) electric hybrids for decades and are very efficient. In either case, it's great to see Ruf in the game!