2008 Porsche Cayenne Consumer Discussions

Porsche Cayenne vs. Lexus RX 330

• Please help - Cayenne Vs. Lexus RX330?

  Written by: shvr007 on Jul 24, 2011 1:45:19 PM

  First off, I recognise that this question may not be the most accurate as Lexus RX330 and Cayenne are clearly not in the same category; but would appreciate thoughts and facts based on your real time Cayenne ownership experience. As most of us would agree, Porsche is all about the Brand. And if not all, most of you have bought a Porsche as, by default, it commands a second look and ... Read More

Porsche Cayenne Service Now Indicator

• Re: Porsche Cayenne Service Now Indicator [joehiker99]

  Written by: samcayenne2008 on Jul 21, 2011 6:47:44 PM

  Hello folks, I just bought a 2008 cayenne V6 that still has some warranty left.... so I guess I can get the message rest by the dealer. Though I am wondering why will you not get the vehicle serviced rather than resetting the message. thanks, Sammy

Cayenne Repair and Maintenance Questions

• Re: Porsche Cayenne CD PLayer [jayme1234]

  Written by: wmkim on Oct 11, 2010 1:00:11 PM

  I had a 2008 Cayenne S that did something similar to that...I had an audio CD burned from my iTunes library...it would play fine when I left in the morning...in the afternoon (when it was warmer/hotter) it would randomly lose track of the audio at certain tracks...I figured it was b/c it was a burned disc...the few actual CDs I have seemed to work OK in it.

Porsche Cayenne vs. Acura MDX vs. BMW X5

• Re: MDX ftw [gurm]

  Written by: lazzinaro on Jan 5, 2010 3:18:48 PM

  hey all,...just had to respond to this forum,...my wife has a 2008 cayenne turbo,...yes,...that's right, A TURBO!,...she is a bonifide wild women when it comes to speed,...and wanted the world's fastest suv,...me,...i thought this car was such a ridiculous misstep for porsche when they announced this car,...but, have to say,...she loves the dang thang,...and, having driven it myself,...it's not bad,...very lux and fast,...but still feels awlfully heavy,...we also have a 2008 ... Read More

Porsche Cayenne Service Now Indicator

• Re: Porsche Cayenne Service Now Indicator [optimumsam]

  Written by: joehiker99 on Sep 16, 2009 5:46:29 PM

  Sam, I bought the enthusiast version with USB interface adapter and cable for Porsche993, Boxter, 996, 987, 997, Cayman and Cayenne. Total delivered cost $292.52 I have used it twice to clear the service now. It worked just as outlined in the Durametric manual. http://www.durametric.com/buyus.aspx My Cayenne has the 3.6L V6 and is a model year 2008 (invoice date was Feb 26, 2007)

Porsche Cayenne Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• 2009 Cayenne S--Deal of a Lifetime?

  Written by: crimatt on Aug 1, 2009 9:52:22 PM

  Hey, kids! Went to a local Porsche dealership to find a suitable replacement for my 2008 Audi Q7 3.6, and I may have walk away with a steal. 2009 Cayenne S Tip, Blk/Blk leather, 18" Turbo style rims and a ridiculous list of options including PCM w/ Nav and the Bose stereo! MSRP - $75170. My cost- $65,700. That's almost $10k off sticker, for those of you struggling with the complex ... Read More

Porsche Cayenne Service Now Indicator

• Re: Porsche Cayenne Service Now Indicator

  Written by: optimumsam on Jul 3, 2009 4:45:56 PM

  Hi joehiker99. i tried to buy the durametric cable and software for my 2008 V6 Cayenne but they told me they have not developed the software for the 2008 V6 Cayenne yet! The new Cayenne has a Siemens system while the earlier Cayenne had a Bosch system. If your Cayenne is the 3.6L V6 Current Model im Confuzed how the Durametric Cable worked? Regards, Sam

• Re: Porsche Cayenne Service Now Indicator [ttelesca]

  Written by: joehiker99 on Feb 27, 2009 6:26:09 PM

  Taken from a US forum but may work:- http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&t=454605 - With key in off position, depress the ODO button. - Without brake pedal depressed, turn ignition on while still pushing the ODO button. - You should see a message: "Service Reset". - Push and hold the "enter" button located on the bottom of the wiper stalk. - While continuing to push the "enter" button, turn off the ignition. Now you should ... Read More

Porsche Service Dept Treatment VS BMW, Lexus, Mercedes

• Porsche Service Dept Treatment VS BMW, Lexus, Mercedes

  Written by: NeverGiveUp on Jan 17, 2009 8:12:39 PM

  Hi All, I'm in the market for a new SUV. Last car Lexus GX 470. Lexus dealership was courteous, always had a Lexus loaner. However, anything covered under warranty was always met with the same response, "oh that clunk sound is normal, or we don't detect any brake grind noise". With my older Lexus, which was out of warranty I'd get, "Oh yeah, I hear that mouse-like noise. That'll be $1500 ... Read More

Porsche Cayenne Lease Questions

• Re: Leasing Cayenne [rides]

  Written by: eights38 on Sep 18, 2008 9:01:46 AM

  rides - The lease rates on the 2008 GTS Tiptronic through Porsche are average. 0.00250 money factor for top tier credit with 51%, 48%, and 36% residuals at 12k miles per year for 24, 36, and 48 months, respectively. Matt eights38@gmail.com

• Re: Leasing Cayenne [newcarnow]

  Written by: Car_man on Sep 12, 2008 2:52:21 AM

  Greetings newcarnow. Here's the information that you're looking for. Porsche Credit's current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a base 2008 Porsche Cayenne with 15,000 miles per year are .00250 and 57%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its top credit tier. The money factor is exactly the same for an otherwise identical lease of an '08 Cayenne S, but its residual value ... Read More

• Re: Deals and rates for 2008 cayenne? [sidt]

  Written by: Car_man on Sep 12, 2008 2:45:59 AM

  Hi sidt. Porsche Credit's lease program for the 2008 Cayenne varies by term and mileage allowance. For now I will assume that you are interested in a 36 month lease of a base 2008 Porsche Cayenne with 15,000 miles per year. The buy rate lease money factor and residual value for this combination of variables are .00250 and 57%, respectively for consumers who qualify for Porsche Credit's top credit tier. Car_man ... Read More

• Re: lease deal [n1g1fl]

  Written by: 5terre on Aug 24, 2008 11:25:03 PM

  If you want Bluetooth or like listening to your iPod without the FM radio hissing sound, I would consider purchasing or leasing a 2009 Porsche Cayenne instead of the 2008 model. The PCM in the 2009 is supposed to have the iPod and bluetooth direct hookups (clean digital sound) while 2008 models can only have aftermarkets installed. 2008 Cayennes don't even have an option to have an OEM device and have ... Read More

• Re: Deals and rates for 2008 cayenne? [sidt]

  Written by: n1g1fl on Aug 24, 2008 2:10:48 AM

  About to pull trigger on 08 v6 cayenne Dealer says 61%resid for 36m/10k and 6.5% (mf=0.00275) I have one question: Window sticker msrp says 59,835 (selling price 53500 ; 1500 over invoice)- but dealer using lower figure (56,000) for the MSRP on the lease calculator, which increases monthly pymnts- he says porsche does this and does not sepreciate the options - is this right?

Porsche Cayenne S engine oil change

• porsche cayenne S 2008 oil change

  Written by: ginny14 on Jun 18, 2008 6:00:20 PM

  On our cayenne S 2008 we have driven 7500 miles and have added 6 quarts of oil. We are told by Porsche Customer Service that this is normal. However, we have had several porsches and this cayenne is our 2nd cayenne. We have never added a drop of oil to any of our cars, other than normal oil changes.

Porsche Cayenne Lease Questions

• Re: Cayenne 08 lease deal [coryhoehn10]

  Written by: Car_man on Jun 13, 2008 3:28:58 AM

  Hi coryhoehn10. Here's the info that you're looking for. Porsche Credit's current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a base 2008 Porsche Cayenne with 12,000 miles per year are .00250 and 60%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its top credit tier. Car_man Host Prices Paid: Buying & Leasing Experiences Forum

• Re: 2008 Cayenne GTS Lease info

  Written by: donchar on May 4, 2008 1:42:11 AM

  Help. I'm about to pull the trigger on a lease. What would be a fair residual, MF for a 36 month? Is Porsche credit only available to top tier credit score? Additionally the dealer is claming the residual is non negotiable at 53% for 36 months GTS. which sounds awfully low compared to the % I've seen on this forum The MF quoted was appears a bit high at .0030.

Porsche Cayenne

• Re: New 2006 Cayenne's on the dealer lot [pt838]

  Written by: bmlexus on Feb 16, 2008 2:54:44 PM

  I am sure there should be. cause porsche the 2006 and bought the 2008 in the beginning of 2007 discounts dont know but they should give you a discount because the newer model is already here

Porsche Cayenne Lease Questions

• Re: lease question [sphereman111]

  Written by: Car_man on Feb 4, 2008 2:12:35 AM

  Here's the information that you're looking for, sphereman111. Porsche Credit's current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 24 month lease of a 2008 Cayenne V6 with 12,000 miles per year are .00290 and 61%, respectively. The numbers for an otherwise identical 36 month lease are .00290 and 60%. If you were to lease this truck with only 12,000 miles per year, its residual values would be 2% ... Read More

Porsche Cayenne Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• 2008 Porsche Cayenne S

  Written by: trumaine03 on Jan 11, 2008 9:13:49 PM

  I'm looking to buy a Porsche Cayenne S in the Chicago area. Does anyone know the discounts normally given in this area and any good dealerships??

Porsche Cayenne

• Re: Buying a 2008 Cayenne S, help [habitat1]

  Written by: pepperlover on Jan 4, 2008 7:30:45 AM

  habitat1- Good info for future Porsche dealers for myself.... Do you do your service for your cars at teh dealer? I am looking for an independent service shop in the DC area, and obviously a reputable one. If you know of any good mechanic, please pass it along! Silver Cayenne S in Falls Church

• Re: Buying a 2008 Cayenne S, help [carartist]

  Written by: habitat1 on Jan 4, 2008 1:41:24 AM

  Porsche dealers can vary greatly with respect to their pricing / discounts. When I bought my 911 Cab S in September 2005, all 4 dealers in the DC area offered almost no discounts. It was the new 997 model and even though we were heading into the fall, the Cab version had only been out for 5-6 months. I finally got a PA dealer to agree to a $5k discount on ... Read More

• Re: New 2006 Porsche Cayenne Turbo S [bmlexus]

  Written by: coach11 on Dec 15, 2007 6:39:42 AM

  The 2006 Cayenne Turbo S has better exterior styling vs 2008 Cayenne Turbo in my opinion. I really drilled down both models before deciding to by the Turbo S. Porsche did not produce 2007 model and i think they did not improve the look over the 2006. That said there nothing like the ride,power and luxury.....Very limited production of 2006.

Porsche Cayenne Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: How much off new 2008 Base Cayenne's? [bgsntth]

  Written by: tmhw1 on Dec 11, 2007 10:19:09 PM

  I'm in the SF bay area and I'm the original who posted having 10% off MSRP. Try Steven Creek Porsche internet department. They make better deal than walk in.

Porsche Cayenne Lease Questions

• Re: Porsche Cayenne: Lease Questions [desibaba00]

  Written by: Car_man on Dec 4, 2007 3:04:41 AM

  Welcome desibaba00. As usual, Porsche is not currently providing any lease support on the Cayenne. As a result, if you were to lease one through Porsche Credit right now, you would have to use its standard lease program. Through the end of the year, Porsche Credit's buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a base 2008 Porsche Cayenne with 15,000 miles per year are ... Read More

• Re: 2008 Cayenne S programs [bway]

  Written by: Car_man on Dec 4, 2007 2:54:35 AM

  Here's the information that you're looking for, bway. Poreche usually does not offer any sort of incentives, either cash incentives or lease specials, on its vehicles. That appears to be the case right now. Porsche Credit's current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 24 month lease of a 2008 Porsche Cayenne S with 15,000 miles per year are .00310 and 59%, respectively. The numbers for an otherwise ... Read More

• Re: Porsche Cayenne: Lease Questions [Car_man]

  Written by: desibaba00 on Nov 17, 2007 8:52:10 PM

  Hello all, I barely see any activity on this forum so here it goes n hope i get an answer in time. I'm looking to lease 2008 Cayenne, havn't been to the dealers yet so no numbers to tell you guys to work with. Just wondering what are general lease rates for say 36m on a base Cayenne which comes out to be MSRP=$46500. Have crdit score of about 710-715. What ... Read More

Porsche Cayenne Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: What discount can I get for 2008 Cayenne in TX(South TX)

  Written by: texassun on Oct 7, 2007 5:20:48 PM

  Hi, everyone. I lived in corpus christi. There are a only one dealer(Just got open-new owner) One salesman told me " It's porsche, You have to pay 4,000 more than the MSRP" So I told him. I knew this kind of business.. ba..ba.ba.. Finally, He said " Ok, 4,000 off of MSRP" but, I got out. I felt a bad.. they are not pro salesman. ...

2007 BMW X5 V6 vs 2008 V6 Cayenne

• Re: confused [arig]

  Written by: kpeters on Jul 23, 2007 5:56:06 AM

  hi there, i think the opposite, that the porsche looks way more cool and modern than the x5, thats why I want to get rid of my 2007 x5 for a 2008 cayenne (maybe we should just trade..)! I kinda like the x5 interior better, but I think it still looks pretty cool.

Porsche Cayenne Lease Questions

• Re: porsche money factor and residual for may 2007 [sprng73]

  Written by: Car_man on Jun 28, 2007 3:34:28 AM

  Hi sprng73. I see that you are considering making a $3,000 capitalized cost reduction on the Cayenne that you are interested in leasing. I always advise consumers against making large down payments on leased vehicles. Those who make them risk losing part or even all of them if their vehicle is totaled in an accident or stolen and never recovered. You would be better off going with a zero down lease. ... Read More

• Re: porsche money factor and residual for may 2007 [Car_man]

  Written by: sprng73 on May 18, 2007 4:21:04 PM

  Thank you carman, I hope you can help me a little further with the lease calculation based on the information you gave me. (2008 cayenne s) msrp: 64000 negotiated price: 4000 down payment : 3000 net cap cost : 57000 ? 48 month, 12,000 mile would $804 be my average monthly payment before sales tax considering 50% res, 12000 miles, .0032 MF, 48 months ? Thanks in advance

• Re: porsche money factor and residual for may 2007 [sprng73]

  Written by: Car_man on May 18, 2007 3:42:46 AM

  Here is the information that you're looking for, sprng73. Porsche Credit's current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 48 month lease of a 2008 Porsche Cayenne S with 15,000 miles per year are .00320 and interestingly 48%, respectively for consumers who qualify for its top credit tier. If you lease with only 12,000 miles per year, this truck's residual would be 2% higher. If you lease with ... Read More

• Re: May lease Rates [donkey1217]

  Written by: Car_man on May 18, 2007 3:24:42 AM

  Hi donkey1217. The 36 month buy rate lease money factor for a lease of any 2008 Cayenne through Porsche Credit is currently .00310 for consumers who qualify for its top credit tier. This truck's residual values vary by term, mileage allowance, and trim level. For now I will assume that you are interested in a 36 month lease of a 2008 Porsche Cayenne S with 15,000 miles per year. Let me ... Read More

• porsche money factor and residual for may 2007

  Written by: sprng73 on May 15, 2007 12:56:14 PM

  Hello, Does anyone know the current money factor and residual for a 2008 cayenne S 48 month lease (tier 1 credit)? Thanks in advance..

• Re: 2008 Cayenne S Lease [enthusiast7]

  Written by: Car_man on Apr 23, 2007 4:22:02 AM

  Hi enthusiast7. As usual, Porsche is not providing any lease support on the Cayenne. Porsche Credit's current buy rate lease money factor and residual value for a 36 month lease of a 2008 Cayenne S with 12,000 miles per year are .00310 and 58%, respectively. The numbers for an otherwise identical 39 month lease are .00310 and 56%. If you were to lease with only 10,000 miles per year these residual ... Read More

2007 BMW X5 V6 vs 2008 V6 Cayenne

• Re: 2007 BMW X5 V6 vs. 2008 V6 Cayenne

  Written by: oniac on Apr 8, 2007 12:22:58 AM

  skobola, Are you sure that you tested the 2 updated versions ? The 08 Cayenne has 290 hp w/ around 273 lb ft of torque vs. the X5 that has 260+ hp & 225 lb.ft. of torque. There is a noticeable diff specially on the low end & it's in favor of the Porsche. The lowest price on a brand new X5 & Cayenne is no less than $50k. The base ... Read More

Porsche Cayenne Lease Questions

• 2008 Cayenne S Lease

  Written by: enthusiast7 on Mar 21, 2007 8:19:24 AM

  Hi Car_man, I've narrowed down my search to either an Cayenne S or 2007 X.5 4.8. Any help is appreciated. Can you share with me the Porsche money factor and residual rates for the Cayenne (S 2008)? I'm looking at a 36 or 39 month lease max with minimal money down (maybe tags/fees), 10K or 12K mileage. What other fees (besides taxes tags) does the dealer have to charge me?

• Re: 2008 Cayenne Lease Rates [alchemist25]

  Written by: Car_man on Mar 19, 2007 4:09:40 AM

  Hello alchemist25. Since you are new to the world of leasing, you definitely should check out the following informative articles that are available here at Edmunds.com prior to visiting any dealers: 10 Steps to Leasing a New Car and Calculate Your Own Lease Payment. Here's what Porsche Credit's current lease program for the truck that you are interested in is currently like. If you were to lease a 2008 Porsche Cayenne ... Read More

• Re: 2008 Cayenne Lease Numbers [scpete]

  Written by: Car_man on Mar 19, 2007 4:05:05 AM

  Hi scpete. I've heard that the 2008 Cayenne is amazing. It handles much better than the 2006 model and the V6 engine, which was previously a little underpowered, is much more powerful. You're right, Porsche never provides lease support on its vehicles and it rarely provides dealer cash. If you were to lease this truck through Porsche Credit right now for 36 months, you would have to use its standard lease ... Read More

• Re: Porsche Cayenne 2008 Lease Program [teatro]

  Written by: Car_man on Mar 19, 2007 3:54:03 AM

  Welcome teatro. Since you are new to the world of leasing, you definitely should check out the following informative articles that are available here at Edmunds.com prior to visiting any dealers: 10 Steps to Leasing a New Car and Calculate Your Own Lease Payment. I would be happy to give you an idea of how much the Cayenne that you are interested in would cost to lease, but in order for ... Read More

• 2008 Cayenne Lease Numbers

  Written by: scpete on Feb 21, 2007 3:16:09 PM

  Carman: I know the '08 hits dealers on March 3rd. Can you please post the lease rates for this car as soon as you get them? I am interested in any lease that has a decent program, although I am aware that Porsche rarely has lease support. Ideal would be 36-48 month lease. Interested in Cayenne V6 Tiptronic.

• Porsche Cayenne 2008 Lease Program

  Written by: teatro on Feb 20, 2007 9:44:14 PM

  Hi Carman, Stumbled on your forum while researching on Automobile leasing. I haven't done car leasing and I am thinking of leasing the new 2008 Cayenne and just wondering what's a good deal out there for this model on a 13K miles on a 4yr lease. Any info is much appreciated. Thanks,

• Re: Question about leasing a Porsche Cayenne S [starroth]

  Written by: racer_65 on Jul 20, 2006 12:29:18 PM

  Can't help you with the leasing aspect, but here's the scoop on the new model release: - True, there will be no 2007 model. - A facelifted Cayenne will come out around Feb-March 2007 as a 2008 model. Some horsepower increase is expected. - To fill the gap between now and next year, Porsche is issueing a special "Titanium Edition" model. These are still 2006 cars, but come with special Titanium ... Read More

• Re: Question about leasing a Porsche Cayenne S [Car_man]

  Written by: starroth on Jul 19, 2006 12:24:34 PM

  Hi Carman & thank you for the information! I have just had a series of irritating experiences! I asked one of my local dealers what money factor and residual they used in calculating the $1200 month payment for a $64k car. I was told no and no deal. So, I sought out pricing from a leasing company. I thought it was going well, they found an acceptable vehicle and told me ... Read More

• Re: Buy or Lease [revets2]

  Written by: Car_man on Feb 15, 2007 2:50:29 AM

  Hi revets2. Wow, you won't see too many 2005 Porsches out there that are still classified as new vehicles. Porsche Credit doesn't publish a lease program for "new" 2005 models any longer. Perhaps it has some sort of special program that it uses for this sort of situation. If it does, I haven't seen it. You definitely should treat this car as a used vehicle when trying to come up with ... Read More

Article Comments 2008 Porshe Cayenne First Drive

• Tough choice

  Written by: rmh45 on Feb 9, 2007 8:53:37 PM

  2008 Porsche Cayenne S or 2007 BMW X5 4.8i? I think I would have to flip a coin.

• Article Comments 2008 Porshe Cayenne First Drive

  Written by: KarenS on Feb 9, 2007 6:58:00 AM

  "Porsche's redder, hotter chili pepper"...sounds like our editors like the Cayenne's changes for 2008. Read the article and then tell us what you think. First Drive: 2008 Porsche Cayenne

Porsche Cayenne

• Detroit show news

  Written by: steve_ on Jan 8, 2007 9:53:15 AM

  Porsche Debuts the 2008 Cayenne

• time for a breather?

  Written by: steve_ on Nov 22, 2006 10:21:59 AM

  "Porsche dealers in the US have been told sell existing stocks of the Cayenne but that no new cars will be supplied to the US in 2007. This decision came after sales of the Cayenne had declined sharply in the past two years in America." 2008 Cayenne flashed before US buyers' eyes (channel4.com)

2007 Porsche Cayenne

• Re: 2008 Cayenne pics [rich545]

  Written by: ricardohead on Sep 16, 2006 8:48:44 PM

  Holy crap. Porsche has done the impossible: it actually made the Subaru B9 Tribeca look good in comparison.

• Re: 2008 Cayenne pics [rich545]

  Written by: cayennes on Sep 16, 2006 9:46:54 AM

  I am not much of an artist or stylish person but I like the rounded lines all throughout my '04 Cayenne S in basic black looks very Porsche and has the "Porsche DNA". This the more square lines for the front looks like they just bolted on the front end of a 995 Carrera and the vertical fog lights is ... well horrible IMHO! The tail lights is also too square ... Read More

• 2008 Cayenne pics

  Written by: rich545 on Aug 23, 2006 7:12:35 AM

  Here are what appear to be accurate pictures of the facelifted 2008 Cayenne: http://www.caranddriver.com/carnews/11502/spied-facelifted-2008-porsche-cayenne.- html Frankly, if that's what it looks like, I won't be replacing my '04 Cay S with it. I may be in the minority here, but I think the present Cayenne looks much better, and actually fits in better (looks-wise) with the rest of the Porsche line up. The rear isn't so bad, but the front end ... Read More

• Re: 2007 Porsche Cayenne redesigned.. whew! [tzuckert]

  Written by: dandrews1 on Feb 26, 2006 9:07:05 AM

  I just spoke with my Porsche sales guy yesterday, and he said there are no current plans that he knows of for any redesign of the Cayenne bodystyle for 2007. He hinted that the spy pics were too early and that the next design would look 'significantly' different from those... he said they had heard 2008 was a more likely date for the Cayenne. /DA

Porsche Cayenne

• New engines & bodies for 2007 Cayenne

  Written by: jon12 on May 17, 2005 2:22:30 PM

  Consumer Guide says: "Britain's CAR magazine reports Cayenne is in for a facelift and larger, more powerful engines. Timing is unclear, but we see the revised models reaching U.S. Porsche dealers by mid-2006. According to CAR, the base Volkswagen-sourced V6 grows to 3.6 liters and about 275 hp, while the Porsche V8 expands to 5.0 liters for some 375 hp in S-model trim and around 550 for the Cayenne Turbo. Also ... Read More