The Ruf Dakara is a mid-size luxury

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based on the

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and produced by German automobile manufacturer

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. The Dakara debuted at the

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in 2009 with a base price of approximately $327,853 (€230,454).

Performance

The Dakara is powered by a tuned version of the Cayenne Turbo S's V8 engine that produces and of torque, up from and of torque in the stock Cayenne Turbo S. Ruf says this allows the Dakara to accelerate from in 4.8 seconds; 0.1 seconds slower than a stock Cayenne Turbo S. It also has re-tuned suspension as well as optional ceramic composite brakes.

Features

The most notable difference between the Dakara and the standard Cayenne is the headlamps, which are taken from a (911/997) model

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. On the exterior, it also has a Ruf body kit with a redesigned front end, widened fenders and 22-inch five-spoke alloy wheels. 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.

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When a Porsche Cayenne Turbo S Isn't Enough: The 591-hp, $327,853 Ruf Dakara
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