2006 Porsche Cayenne Consumer Reviews Page 4

Porsche has paint issues!

Written by: kb on 06/15/2006

Vehicle

2006 Porsche Cayenne Tiptronic 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)

Review

I just purchased my first Porsche. I traded a beatiful Lexus GX470 that I wish I had back. Although the Porsche is fun to drive and I like the look, I have had several issues with the flat black paint. You can breathe on the paint and it scratches. It is only two months old and looks worse than most cars that are years old. The dealership has tried to put a band- aide on it and they keep cleaning it up really pretty. I am afraid to see what this car looks like in 6 months to a year. I cannot believe that a company like Porsche would offer such a poor quality paint! This should not even be an option!

Favorite Features

It drives well. It looked really nice on the road for a few days!

Suggested Improvements

Paint Paint Paint! I have found numerous complaints on this flat, black paint on-line. Pay the extra money for the metallic paint. I would of if someone would have warned me!

9 out 10 people found this review helpful

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Porsche Cayenne Reliability

Written by: Christina Chavez on 06/13/2006

Vehicle

2006 Porsche Cayenne Tiptronic 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)

Review

I love how it drives and how efficient the Triptronic system is. It is a truly reliable vehicle and fun to drive. It beats the traditional large SUVs out of the market.

Favorite Features

I am most satisfied with its reliability. Mine has had no recalls or performance issues. It's drive is smooth and comfortable.

Suggested Improvements

It needs automatic reclining rear seats to allow easier extension of storage space for moving larger items.

3 out 6 people found this review helpful

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My "Annie"

Written by: June F. on 05/13/2006

Vehicle

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

Review

I will never own another car! The Cayenne drives solidly. It provides great handling and I feel safe in it. I can carry so much stuff in the back with the seats down, more than my husband's truck and my daughters H3. The Cayenne has great power to get out of any situation. I use this car like a workhorse and put tons of miles on it. I wish I could use regular gas in it, this is my only complaint.

Favorite Features

The comfort and great handling. I love the large cargo space with the seats down.

Suggested Improvements

The seats are difficult to lay down and put back up. And I sure wish I could use regular gas.

7 out 7 people found this review helpful

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great fun to drive, favorite car

Written by: prter w on 04/20/2006

Vehicle

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

Review

The Cayenne S has an incredible drive, has all the power one needs, and handles like Boxster. I love it. I also own a Mercedes-Benz S-Class, a Porsche Speedster, a BMW 650 convertable, a BMW X5 and a Lincoln Navagator. Nothing compares to the Cayenne.

Favorite Features

The handling and speed. It drives like sports car.

Suggested Improvements

The rear seat needs to be more comfortable and warranty should be 5 years / 50,000 miles.

2 out 3 people found this review helpful

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Cayenne

Written by: Ryan Deredin on 04/15/2006

Vehicle

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

Review

I love the Cayenne's crisp handling and exterior styling. The flexibility of the interior and the supple leather and everything is just such a great combination. It really helps to get to work in the morning when I'm in a rush. Excellent job Porsche.

Favorite Features

The navigation screen and heated seats.

Suggested Improvements

none.

9 out 11 people found this review helpful

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Not a good Porsche model

Written by: John on 04/02/2006

Vehicle

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

Review

The car runs hit and miss (stalls). Its steering and overall performance are not up to Porsche standards. The radio is cheap (speakers are fine) and finding a well trained service dept. is a challenge. After communicating my concerns with the Porsche people in the corporate NA Headquarters in GA as well as the dealer and service personel I would not recomend this car. I have owned two Porsches before but it seems the company has changed in both quality and service.

Favorite Features

None that are worth mention.

Suggested Improvements

Sales and service. Porsche Customer Care.

7 out 10 people found this review helpful

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Need for speed..in an SUV???

Written by: Mike on 03/29/2006

Vehicle

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

Review

I just bought the Porsche Cayenne Turbo in titanium with black interior. I wish I would have gotten black with aluminum air intakes. The titanium doesn't look excellent with the aluminum air intakes but it does give it an aggressive look. I didn't want to wait for a Turbo S so I bought the Turbo. Its acceleration is amazing and 3 setting for ride are great (comfort, normal, sport. and ajustable ride height). It is a bit bouncey but its a 450 hp SUV!

Favorite Features

Rear view camera, park distance control.

Suggested Improvements

More standard features.

3 out 4 people found this review helpful

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Better than my X5

Written by: Sam on 03/18/2006

Vehicle

2006 Porsche Cayenne Tiptronic 4dr SUV AWD (3.2L 6cyl 6A)

Review

My Porsche Cayenne rides very well. It has just enough power, but could use a little boost. It handles better than my last vehicle (a 2003 X5) and stops better too. This SUV looks great, and its paint job is much better than the one on my X5 too. Its sound system isn't great, I should have gotten the upgraded Bose. It leases for almost exactly what the X5 loaded does. It is a nice change.

Favorite Features

Accelerating through a turn and stopping.

Suggested Improvements

About 20 more horsepower would make it ideal and a basic package for the regular drivers.

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Love the Cayenne S

Written by: Mark on 03/06/2006

Vehicle

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

Review

Have had my Cayenne S for five months and love it. The S model is incredible to drive, I can't imagine having a turbo. It is very smooth. Its navigational system is excellent. The only drawback I can find is the small cup holders on the interior.

Favorite Features

The acceleration, smooth ride, and beautiful exterior.

Suggested Improvements

Give it larger cup holders. The sound system could be more user friendly.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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Never Knew an SUV Could be Fun to Drive!

Written by: Ian on 02/08/2006

Vehicle

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

Review

My 2006 Porsche Cayenne S is fun to push around corners and is extremely well composed at high speeds. Its handling, acceleration, and exhaust note are fantastic! While it's not as lithe as the Boxster I traded in on it, the 50/50 weight distribution and 62/38 rear wheel power bias of the AWD system give it a real sport sedan feel. I love it, love it, love it!

Favorite Features

The PSM button. You can turn it off and the car has a whole new, even more aggressive personality.

Suggested Improvements

While the large options lists are a fun way to make your Porsche unique - the costs associated with things like satellite radio and cellphone integration are astronomical.

1 out 1 people found this review helpful

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