2004 Porsche Cayenne Review
Summary
What Edmunds.com says
Awkward-looking but thrilling behind the wheel, the Cayenne is a thoroughly capable vehicle that makes good on its Porsche nameplate.
Pros
Sports car performance, available adjustable ride height and suspension damping control, slightly more cargo room than a Range Rover.
Cons
Can't match the Rover in the dirt, interior is less elegant than cheaper Touareg cousin.
What's New for 2004
A V6-powered Cayenne joins the lineup as the new entry-level model.
Consumer Ratings & Reviews
Great SUV
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 3 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Porsche Cayenne Turbo AWD 4dr SUV (4.5L 8cyl Turbo 6A)
Review
I LOVE my '04 Cayenne Turbo, except at the gas pump! I am averaging 14.1 MPG, having to add a quart of oil every 2,000 miles or so, and it goes though a set of Pirellis every 10,000 miles or so. Other than that it's perfect. I'm thinking of getting a n 8,000 lb trailer.
Favorite Features
Power, looks, handling, VERSATILITY!
Suggested Improvements
See above. Gas mileage, oil adding, expensive repairs and service, tire life, brake pads and rotor cost (Just for the fronts, $1000.00)
Porsche Cayenne S
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 9 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 8 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Porsche Cayenne S AWD 4dr SUV (4.5L 8cyl 6A)
Review
This SUV is awesome. I have had every other high end SUV, but none give you the thrill of driving as the Cayenne does. With this package you get the best of both worlds. It handles like a sports car and you can still pull your boat to the lake on the weekend. I have had mine for over 3 years now and still love to see what it can do. There is nothing that sounds better than the sound of a Porsche when you put your foot into it with psm off.
Favorite Features
The xenon headlights are superior. The distinct look of the overall car and handling.
Suggested Improvements
The folding backseats could be a little bit more user friendly. I also would like to see the front seat headrests to adjust forward and back for comfort.
04 Cayenne
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Porsche Cayenne S AWD 4dr SUV (4.5L 8cyl 6A)
Review
I have Owned many SUVs over the years and this is by far the most enjoyable ride.
Favorite Features
The feeling of pleasure everytime you fire it up.
Suggested Improvements
Figure out the best tires for the weight and performance.
Long term observations
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 5 | Build Quality: | 8 |
| Comfort: | 7 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 2 | Exterior Design: | 7 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Porsche Cayenne S AWD 4dr SUV (4.5L 8cyl 6A)
Review
Mileage is 18 highway at best due to the excessive weight of the car and the big V-8. Overall driving impressions over the past 4 years rate this SUV as med-high. It has a stiff/harsher ride for the rear passengers as the seats do not cushion as well and are over the rear tires.
Favorite Features
Power, memory seats for 2 drivers, steering response, visibility,
Suggested Improvements
Spare tire is a must and get road hazard for the tires. Rear cargo door is extremely difficult to close (autom door closer would be great). Transmission hesitates and could use additional gearing. Remote control for door opening stinks. Navigation system has frequent wrong destination.
Hedonism on wheels
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 9 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 9 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 6 | Exterior Design: | 6 | ||
Vehicle
2004 Porsche Cayenne Turbo AWD 4dr SUV (4.5L 8cyl Turbo 6A)
Review
I am a true porschephile, but the nose never realy worked for me and I actually prefer the looks of the Touerag. Then I drove it. End of story. I own a dozen porsche 911s, and a couple of turbos, and this is fast. It also handles suprisingly well. It's possible to get 21MPG on the highway if you can keep it under 70 and keep the cruise on. I did this for a short while after picking the car up in tampa and driving it 1000 miles home. I found that I could cruise at 75-80 with ocasional burts up to 100 and still keep avg MPG at 19.4. Well worth it for the fun factor. This car is loaded. It has taken me 2 days to learn the nav audio system but now it seems intuitive. A blast!
Favorite Features
Power, nav and map. Sport/comfort. Power steering adjust with memory is nice.
Suggested Improvements
Needs MP3 input and the documantation for controls is terrible. I have not figured out wheter the CD and CD changer will play MP3s.
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