2005 Porsche Cayenne Consumer Reviews

Porsche Cayenne - Fun to Drive!

Written by: Marginal-VFR on 12/23/2006

Vehicle

2005 Porsche Cayenne Tiptronic AWD 4dr SUV (3.2L 6cyl 6A)

Review

My 1995 Porsche Cayenne has excellent quality throughout. It is fun to drive, but go easy on the gas pedal - this thing drinks like a fish! If you can set the 16 MPG aside, you will fall in love with the Porsche Cayenne.

Favorite Features

The GPS, 19 inch sport wheels, and the tow package make the Porsche Cayenne an impressive SUV.

Suggested Improvements

With a growing family, we are beginning to realize that a larger SUV would better suit our needs.

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Ultimate Sport "Utility" Vehicle

Written by: Ethan on 12/17/2006

Vehicle

2005 Porsche Cayenne Turbo AWD 4dr SUV (4.5L 8cyl Turbo 6A)

Review

The Porsche Cayenne Turbo is the ultimate "utility" vehicle, being extremely capable on the road, offering good performance off-road, a good towing capacity of 7,700 lbs., and feeling good doing it all. Nothing else really compares to it. If you are not planning on taking advantage of this superb technology, I would suggest getting a BMW X5, Lexus RX350, or an Audi Q7. Most SUV owners never tow or take the vehicle off road, so save your money and shop elsewhere. Also, the Cayenne Turbo is equipped with high performance, soft Pirelli tires that wear quickly...something the customer needs to understand.

Favorite Features

The adjustable ride height (allows better driving on the highway at 2nd lowest setting and off road with highest setting), acceleration, and handling (almost sports car like, feels very high quality).

Suggested Improvements

A touch screen nav system would be an improvement over ALL those buttons. Also, this really should be considered a mid-size SUV. If you are carrying more than three people, I would consider a larger SUV or one with a 3rd seat.

5 out 5 people found this review helpful

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2005 Cayenne

Written by: jm on 09/24/2006

Vehicle

2005 Porsche Cayenne AWD 4dr SUV (3.2L 6cyl 6M)

Review

The Cayenne's V6 engine lacks some pickup, but that's not why I bought it. It is roomy and looks good.

Favorite Features

It looks great and is quiet.

Suggested Improvements

Give it a better stereo.

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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Porshe Cayenne S

Written by: Sue Levine on 08/14/2006

Vehicle

2005 Porsche Cayenne S AWD 4dr SUV (4.5L 8cyl 6A)

Review

I love the car but wish the cup holders were bigger. This seems like a petty complaint, but other designers manage to work it in. Also, I wish I did not have to "pop" the gasoline door. With 12,000 miles I still have not had an oil change although I've tried to schedule it twice. I was told both times to wait until I get closer to 20,000 miles.

Favorite Features

The power.

Suggested Improvements

Give it a larger cup holder, and a fuel fill that works with door lock. If the car is locked I can't refuel. If it is unlocked, it will open. (Like my Audi)

1 out 2 people found this review helpful

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The Ultimate SUV

Written by: Ethan on 06/22/2006

Vehicle

2005 Porsche Cayenne Turbo AWD 4dr SUV (4.5L 8cyl Turbo 6A)

Review

I purchased a used but untitled Porsche Cayenne Turbo about 8 months ago. I have put approximately 10,000 miles on it (it previously had 5,000). It has had absolutely no problems. Its acceleration and handling are on par with most sport cars. Its off-road handling is also excellent. The adjustable ride height is a must if you plan to do any significant off-road driving. However, this option also improves daily driving, allowing you to set a fairly low, more car-like ride height.

Favorite Features

The acceleration, handling, and build quality.

Suggested Improvements

The turbo lag can be annoying...sometimes pauses from a stop. The keyfob needs separate buttons for locking and unlocking the vehicle. Compared to other new cars I own, the navigation system needs to be significantly updated, probably new software could solve this problem.

4 out 4 people found this review helpful

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Cayenne S after 14,000 miles

Written by: fastdiablo on 04/21/2006

Vehicle

2005 Porsche Cayenne S AWD 4dr SUV (4.5L 8cyl 6A)

Review

The Porsche Cayenne has a stellar motor, taught suspension, and unreal handling for a 5,000 lb. truck. The tiptronic shifters on the steering wheel are outstanding. The interior fit and finish are superb, its ergonomics are comfortable, and its driving position is firm and supportive. This truck's quality and design are German to the nth degree, which is a great thing. The navigation and stereo are both easy to use. The sound system is excellent. This vehicle has lots of usable space and the back seats are spacious. Folding the seats down could be easier though. I've had two very small problems in 14,000 miles. First, there was a rattle in the rear door which was a cable that became unfastened - easy fix by the dealer. The second was that the windshield wipers were sqeaky - they were replaced by the dealer. I have never had any mechanical issues.

Favorite Features

The burly motor, especially in tiptronic mode. this truck flies up mountain roads, passing with ease. It handles better than most sport sedans and as well as some sports cars. Its instrument panel, navigation, and steering wheel controls are all top notch. The dual sun visors are great, I like the seat heaters.

Suggested Improvements

Complain about milage? Maybe you're looking at the wrong car. It's not too bad, just not great + the cost of premium gas adds up. Oh well. The Cayenne should have an additional lighter socket for a phone charger AND a radar detector. There is a second socket behind the center console, but two up near the ashtray would be better.

4 out 4 people found this review helpful

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2005 Porsche Cayenne

Written by: M on 04/16/2006

Vehicle

2005 Porsche Cayenne Tiptronic AWD 4dr SUV (3.2L 6cyl 6A)

Review

The Porsche Cayenne is the best of all the SUVs. It has decent off road performance combined with smooth on road performance. If you will do most of your driving on road, get performance tires (not off road or M&S). The ride will be much better, and the cornering performance is on par with many sport sedans.

Favorite Features

Suggested Improvements

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The best of the SUV's

Written by: Maria on 02/19/2006

Vehicle

2005 Porsche Cayenne AWD 4dr SUV (3.2L 6cyl 6M)

Review

I thought that the Porsche Cayenne was the last SUV I'd ever consider buying, but after a test drive, I was sold. It's sexy, stylish, turns great, and has outstanding breaks. Plus, it is safer than other SUV's. this truck is excellence at its best.

Favorite Features

Suggested Improvements

It could use an easier navigation system and blue tooth.

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Rescued from the Soccer Mom's SUV

Written by: Carl on 01/25/2006

Vehicle

2005 Porsche Cayenne S AWD 4dr SUV (4.5L 8cyl 6A)

Review

As a single dad, I had resigned myself to the necessity (and boredom) of driving your standard SUV. Thank goodness for the Cayenne. It has plenty of room for the field hocky sticks and gear, yet when Dad wants to recall his younger years, the performance is great. The styling is sophisticated for a night on the town but not over done. The acceleration and handling are truly like a sports car with the practicality and benifits of an SUV thrown in. This has been a great vehicle which has been exceptionably reliable.

Favorite Features

The great handling and performance.

Suggested Improvements

Add a media center and navigation.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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First Time in Porsche

Written by: 1st Time in Porsche on 01/03/2006

Vehicle

2005 Porsche Cayenne S AWD 4dr SUV (4.5L 8cyl 6A)

Review

After driving five other so called competitors of the Cayenne it was no contest when it comes to performance. As a Corvette driver, I have been spoiled with high end performance car but now that my wife and I will be blessed with a child...it was time to think bigger. The Porsche SUV was not on my initial list but the more I've compared the extra few dollars can be well justified.

Favorite Features

The performance (power / handling) and the "Gotta-Have-It-Fator." It just looks like a PORSCHE and not another SUV on the market

Suggested Improvements

Give it a better and more simple to use GPS and adjustable headrest.

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