2006 Porsche Cayenne Consumer Reviews Page 3

Quick and Sporty

Written by: Lance on 11/11/2006

Vehicle

2006 Porsche Cayenne S 4dr SUV AWD (4.5L 8cyl 6A)

Review

This truck handles great and fun to drive. It has poor fuel economy, but you don't buy this vehicle worrying about the cost of gas.

Favorite Features

Suggested Improvements

4 out 6 people found this review helpful

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Class In Itself

Written by: kinta on 11/05/2006

Vehicle

2006 Porsche Cayenne Turbo 4dr SUV AWD (4.5L 8cyl Turbo 6A)

Review

The Porsche Cayenne turbo is a great SUV. It gets the looks and questions like any other Porsche. Off roading isn't its best feature though. I prefer the Range Rover over this truck and that is why I traded it in. The Cayenne had a lot of oversteer in icy conditions. The Ranger Rover isn't as fast with the super charger, but it uses the same amount of gas and is actually more comfortable. The head room is also better in the Range Rover, but build quality is better in the Cayenne Turbo. The AWD is OK in the Cayenne, but it's same as Audi's. If standing out is your game and speed is the key, get a Cayenne, but for practicality and pure off road use go for the Range Rover.

Favorite Features

The power, craftsmanship, and driver position.

Suggested Improvements

Give it more room, better off road ability, better traction in ice, and less turbo lag.

6 out 9 people found this review helpful

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High Performance, Low Quality

Written by: bill sun on 11/02/2006

Vehicle

2006 Porsche Cayenne S 4dr SUV AWD (4.5L 8cyl 6A)

Review

I bought my Cayenne six months ago. It's fun to drive and I really enjoyed it until I had to send it back to the dealership for repair recently. I test-drove BMW X5 V8, Range Rover, Lexus GS470, Acura MDX and Volvo XC90 V8 before I bought the Cayenne S, which gave me the best road experience among all. The only one I didn't test was Mercedes GL450. The reliability was fair, or even poor. The plastic trim beneath the rear door broke in two month and I had to get it repaired at the dealership. The cup holder was broken two month later. One day I found the control panel was not working, and the the 4 wheel drive was not functioning. I scheduled a service appointment on the next day, but my Cayenne wouldn't start. Before I could drop the car at the dealership. Porsche sent a service guy help me to jump start my vehicle. Now the car is in the autoshop. I guess it's a circuit and/or battery problem.

Favorite Features

Many, many.

Suggested Improvements

The light package should be standard.

8 out 8 people found this review helpful

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no baloney

Written by: william calvin on 10/05/2006

Vehicle

2006 Porsche Cayenne S Titanium Edition 4dr SUV AWD (4.5L 8cyl 6A)

Review

Hands down the best vehicle I ever owned. I've many luxury suv's and cars.... even Porsche's etc. But nothing can discribe excellence better than a Porche cayenne S

Favorite Features

the ride....

Suggested Improvements

don't touch a thing.

7 out 10 people found this review helpful

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Very Fun Car

Written by: Harry on 09/08/2006

Vehicle

2006 Porsche Cayenne S 4dr SUV AWD (4.5L 8cyl 6A)

Review

I replaced my BMW 2003 X5 with a Porsche Cayenne S. The power and handling are incredible. The Tiptronic shifter is similar to BMW's. I also have it on the steering wheel, which is very handy for fast acceleration or passing. The Cayenne handles better than the Sport Edition of the BMW X5 3.0 model that I had. It is better on the bumps in the road. Its cornering is better too. The sound of the engine is what is incredible about the Cayenne. It has that great Porsche sound. It is a good SUV for the family. There are some features I wished the Cayenne had that the BMW has, but in terms of handling and comfort of drive - I'll take the Cayenne S over the BMW X5 Sport Edition any day. It will be interesting what the NEW BMW X5 is like. Drive both before you buy.

Favorite Features

I like the Tiptronic on the steering wheel, the sound of the engine, the solid build, and cornering. The navigation system comes in handy for my wife and it is easy to use. I like the nice look of interior. The sound system is awesome, I like the ability to play MP3 disks on the CD player...even though I have an iPod. I also like the rear glass lift gate and awesome brakes.

Suggested Improvements

The side mirror controls are in an awkward position. I have to lean forward to adjust the mirrors. The back seats don't recline back, like in BMW. The cup holders are too small and I don't like the lack of storage in the center armrest. Rear passengers are unable to control the temperature of their AC/Heating system. Also, there is no adapter/plug for an iPod.

22 out 23 people found this review helpful

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Cayenne IS a Hot Chili Pepper!

Written by: Debra on 08/10/2006

Vehicle

2006 Porsche Cayenne S 4dr SUV AWD (4.5L 8cyl 6A)

Review

We had a Boxster and decided to try the Cayenne as we have four dogs and horses. The Cayenne is very comfortable, easy to drive, gives me the power when I need it. It is a good solid car. Best of all I feel very safe in it.

Favorite Features

I love the solidness of it.

Suggested Improvements

Improve the gas mileage.

3 out 12 people found this review helpful

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Cayenne S Excellent Family / Sports SUV

Written by: randy on 07/31/2006

Vehicle

2006 Porsche Cayenne S 4dr SUV AWD (4.5L 8cyl 6A)

Review

I bought a Porsche Cayenne about three weeks ago and simply love it. It has great handling as well as a sports car feel. It is not the best on gas, but what V8 is these days. Unless you get lost often, the navigation system is about $2,000+ and not a lot of fun after the first week. The moonroof is nice at night. This truck provides overall great performance and it is practical as well.

Favorite Features

The Tiptronic transmission, V8 engine, and speed. This vehicle has too many performance features to mention.

Suggested Improvements

Add a DVD in the rear for kids on more available models, not as an aftermarket issue.

4 out 7 people found this review helpful

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Very Solid SUV

Written by: JGW on 07/31/2006

Vehicle

2006 Porsche Cayenne S 4dr SUV AWD (4.5L 8cyl 6A)

Review

The car is built very well. I know that the sister car, the Touareg is a lemon. The Cayenne is not. I really enjoy the interior. The navigation system is very nice and easy to use. The standard stereo has a very high quality of sound. The seats are comfortable. It is very fast and when you use the triptonic. I love the sound. It is sooo beefy! That V8 hollers! I had one minor problem with it right when I got it. The antifreeze was leaking into the AC. But the dealer fixed it right away. I really love the car.

Favorite Features

The looks, interior features, navigation, handling (especially for an SUV), stereo, and the noise of that V8 engine.

Suggested Improvements

It should have larger cup holders. Also, it should have less llag time when you give it the gas. It waits almost 3/4 of a second to really get going.

6 out 7 people found this review helpful

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Customer Service is not top priority

Written by: tye on 07/07/2006

Vehicle

2006 Porsche Cayenne S 4dr SUV AWD (4.5L 8cyl 6A)

Review

I too have had many paint issues with my Porsche Cayenne. The paint is way too soft. I have had the paint looked at by three professional painters and all three agree that it is a poor paint job. I have vioced my concerns to Porsche Customer Care and all they could do was have a representative call me that wanted to blaim me for the damage. I tried to call them back and they told me there was no one else to speak too. The flat paint line should be removed as an option. I have spoken to other Cayenne owners and the ones that have the metallic paint are fine. All flat colors have issues. I sympathize with the other owner I sure know what you are going through.

Favorite Features

It drives well and is fast.

Suggested Improvements

The customer care department needs to be re-vamped. In my opinion the title is a misrepresentation. Stop offering the flat paint line. It truly gives Porsche a bad name.

19 out 21 people found this review helpful

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What a Fun Vehicle to Own

Written by: frank on 06/19/2006

Vehicle

2006 Porsche Cayenne S 4dr SUV AWD (4.5L 8cyl 6A)

Review

This is the best SUV I have ever owned. After having driven a Jeep, a Mercedes and a Range Rover, I'm totally sold to Porsche. At any speed on any road you have full control. The only minor negative point is the price for the options.

Favorite Features

Suggested Improvements

Take away the chrome parts and add the sports design package, 20" and enjoy to the max.

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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