Overview & Reviews

We would've never imagined it, but Porsche jumps onto the SUV gravy train. The Cayenne, with a choice of two potent V8s and an available active suspension, promises performance that's more like a 911 than an SUV.

• Sports car performance, available adjustable ride height and suspension damping control, name cachet.

• More expensive than its direct competitors, some fussy interior controls.

User Reviews:

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  Well, Nicely done! - 2003 Porsche Cayenne
  By Sanik - November 1 - 10:00 am

  This car quite fulfills my expectation.. However, ironically, Infiniti FX45 does the same under $50thousand... And, the thing is, Cayenne S is slower than FX45,,disappointingly although Turbo model was much faster!

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  They fooled me once - 2003 Porsche Cayenne
  By GEORGE the FOOL - October 2 - 10:00 am

  First the engine would not stop and the key got stock. Rear door wont close. No spear tire at all. Now the car is at the dealer waiting for parts from Germany. This is not what I was expecting from my first Porsche.

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  Maintenance money pit! - 2003 Porsche Cayenne
  By Sacha - February 12 - 6:36 am

  This is a great fast SUV, but thats about it. The fuel mileage is terrible at average of 10 mpg for street driving. The worst part is the cost of maintenance. This has become a money with average $5000 in yearly repairs after 60K miles. Brakes cost $1400 every year. The 60K mile service costs $2500. Things start to break that are not covered by 100k Porsche maintenance warranty at average of $1800. I would stay away from this car unless you like paying Porsche for service.

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  Unhappy Camper - 2003 Porsche Cayenne
  By denverowner - January 17 - 10:00 am

  My Cayenne was a joy to drive until the recalls came in..I am on my 12th recall. New computer system, new drive shaft. Tires wore out at 7K miles due to front end vibration. 2 sets of brakes. Interior trim vibrates. Rear door handles have broken off, ski door broken, wood trim has come lose. On my third set of brakes. Each set are noisy and Porsche says thats normal. Interesting design feature! Dealer cannot keep story straight and service is getting worse. Ski racks whistle so loud you have to remove to drive and keep sanity. Dealer service is the worst I have ever experienced.