Overview & Reviews

The base Cayenne receives a six-speed manual transmission and Porsche's Drive-Off Assistant System, otherwise known as a "hill-holder" clutch. All Cayenne models now feature a power rear tailgate and body-colored side sills and fascias. An optional panoramic power sunroof debuts this year, along with an available rearview camera system. A comprehensive performance upgrade package is available on the Turbo model through Porsche's Tequipment program. Highlights include a horsepower increase to 500 and upgraded brakes.

• Sports car performance, available adjustable ride height and suspension damping control, solid off-road capability and towing capacity, slightly more cargo room than a Range Rover.

User Reviews:

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  First Time in Porsche - 2005 Porsche Cayenne
  By 1st Time in Porsche - June 10 - 6:50 am

  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 Ive compared the extra few dollars can be well justified.

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  best car Ive ever owned - 2005 Porsche Cayenne
  By randy hunt - June 5 - 4:53 am

  This is by far the best car Ive ever owned. All around it is the best in every category. I had a Tiptronic twin turbo 911, and for a sports car that was the best. The Cayenne is just as much fun to drive. My only regret is that I did not buy the turbo version, but I thought Id send my daughter to a year in college instead.

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  Love my car - 2005 Porsche Cayenne
  By Linda - May 16 - 4:36 am

  I was so happy with my Mercedes sedan, but didnt want a US made SUV, so I went looking. To my surprise only two SUVs were German-made. I tried the Porsche Cayenne and purchased the S because I like a V8 engine. I was going to purchase a 2004 but waited for the 2005 hoping they would have an available telephone.

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  Rescued from the Soccer Moms SUV - 2005 Porsche Cayenne
  By Carl - April 29 - 8:43 am

  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.

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  May be close to Perfect - 2005 Porsche Cayenne
  By Steve - February 16 - 6:50 pm

  This may be the closest to perfect car ever built. It has the acceleration of a sports can, and leaves all but dedicated sports cars in the dust. With all that, it is a great off road vehicle as well. It will travel in all kinds of environments, and you dont have to worry about going off road, something you cant do with a sports car. The interior is very nice, and it has available just about any option you want in a luxury car. So, it is a fast as a sports car, as capable as any off road vehicle, and has all the luxuries of a luxury car, all in one car. There is nothing that comes close in any car without significant compromises in at least one of these categories if you want it all in one.

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  No Substitute! - 2005 Porsche Cayenne
  By Stambo - January 1 - 7:20 am

  Bought Cayenne S as first new car in decades.Had Mercedes E 430 4matic(2001) which was destroyed in a wreck in Feb.Porsche fit and finish is outstanding.340 horses and smooth transmission transport us effortlessly.Have put 1400 miles on it and have no complaints.Has 4 seat heaters,heated steering wheel,very comfortable seating on Napa leather.My 2 big dogs,Boris and Natasha enjoy their view from the back.The Porsche dealer did all the paperwork,got my tags,etc.Got nice letters from corporate welcoming me aboard.A true class act.This is clearly an instance where you get what you pay for.

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  Porshe Cayenne S - 2005 Porsche Cayenne
  By Sue Levine - September 6 - 4:06 am

  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 Ive tried to schedule it twice. I was told both times to wait until I get closer to 20,000 miles.

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  Turbo or nothing - 2005 Porsche Cayenne
  By osufencer1 - August 18 - 9:46 am

  One of the best car Ive owned. BMW X5M or Mercedes ML65 cant come close. Ive been lucky to own all three vehicles at one point in time. Although X5 and ML63 has more power IMO but when it comes to handling nothing can compare.

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  You dont want to get off it - 2005 Porsche Cayenne
  By ivan sabido - August 16 - 1:33 pm

  I have had my Cayenne for more than a year now I got it when it was a rare model and i was a little nervous about it but after all this time I still feel excited every time i am going to drive it. Not only by its atractive exterior design but also for the performance and the response you get when you step on the pedal. If I want to feel that I control it the Triptonic option is fun because I get to control the changes . Sleek modern elegant interiors. Great sound equipment. Suspention is too hard you will feel any bump in the road double the size when moving slowly. Sometimes in the mornings it will take it some time (maybe about 5 minutes ) to heat up to perform normally. This is a great vehicle.

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  Porsche Cayenne - 2005 Porsche Cayenne
  By sean curley - July 7 - 10:53 pm

  It is a VERY fun car to drive it handles everything i throw at it very well. Decent fuel economy for an SUV.