2008 Porsche Cayenne Consumer Reviews

Good value

Written by: DM on 09/07/2009

Vehicle

2008 Porsche Cayenne Tiptronic 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

I have been very pleased overall with this car. Best handling SUV out there (after driving all of them). Comfortable for me (I'm 6'5") but not for anyone behind me. Not a real good family car. Just not enough room for any length of time with kids or stuff. But the only Porsche you can take the family of 5 in. Could use more power and the mileage is not great for a V6.

Favorite Features

Handling. Sound system is good. Good build quality thus far. Get a lot for your money, all things considered. Comfortable for 4. Sounds great. Sport button is a blast.

Suggested Improvements

More power is needed. Had one recall for a fuel line. Occasionally get an indicator light that the headlights are out of alignment (that eventually goes away). Mileage is 13-14 and 19, pretty much as advertised.

2 out 2 people found this review helpful

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Awesome

Written by: g p on 03/23/2009

Vehicle

2008 Porsche Cayenne S 4dr SUV AWD (4.8L 8cyl 6A)

Review

The only vehicle I've liked better is the Cayman. I love when I ask the car for power it responds, "Yes, sir! Right away, sir!" and we're gone.

Favorite Features

Rear-view camera, satellite radio, upgraded stereo. Olive green/tan interior

Suggested Improvements

5 out 5 people found this review helpful

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Cayenne S

Written by: mike on 03/18/2009

Vehicle

2008 Porsche Cayenne S 4dr SUV AWD (4.8L 8cyl 6A)

Review

Never owned an SUV. Test drove many (X5,Range Rover, ML 350, Tahoe, Lexus) including the Cayenne and Cayenne S. The Porsche outperformed them all. Once you drive the S, the power, the energy was incredible. The base Cayenne was a nice drive, however, if you have the extra $15K go for the S - you will not be sorry. The S has incredible power and performance. Its like a jumbo jet racing down the runway, totally awesome. Very comfortable, sporty and drives much nicer than my 2001 C320 Benz that I traded in. No comparison. I highly recommend the Cayenne S.

Favorite Features

Favorite features - performance, power, comfort, styling.

Suggested Improvements

Gas mileage is not the best. I knew that going from a sedan to SUV mileage would be a challenge - but the S is worth every penny.

8 out 8 people found this review helpful

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Great car - like a big 911

Written by: Mark Serjak on 02/01/2009

Vehicle

2008 Porsche Cayenne S 4dr SUV AWD (4.8L 8cyl 6A)

Review

This is my 2nd Porsche, have a 997 C4S. What surprised me the most was how close a 5000 pound vehicle can come to it. Great handling, engine, performance. Also it is a beast off-road. Don't expect much with MPG - the more fun the driving, the worse it gets. I've averaged 14mpg +/- since owning. Fit and finish are excellent, dealer as always has been exceptional.

Favorite Features

The roar of the engine - and the surprise from folks when an SUV keeps up with a sports sedan.

Suggested Improvements

None that I can think of.

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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Wish Porsche Got it Right, Rev. Blindly

Written by: Donna Z on 01/16/2009

Vehicle

2008 Porsche Cayenne Tiptronic 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

Although my Cayenne is sporty and zippy when necessary, Porsche has got some configuring to do. For starters, it is SMALL!!! Be prepared if you have kids, this is not the truck for you. There is little space to bring a SINGLE stroller along let alone anything else, groceries are impossible. The truck is a bit of a dog! Yes, you can pretend to drive it in manual but the fact is the truck doesn't have the sack you'd think it would have by its appearance... very disappointing!!! Lastly, but most importantly, reversing, this SUV is a nightmare. Visibility is nil... like reversing blind folded ! If you've got a car seat directly behind the driver's side, forget visibility altogether.

Favorite Features

Love how this truck handles. It's great in the snow and in icy conditions, a major plus for those in the Northeast etc. It's easy to handle. Great on gas for what you get, Drives smoothly, handles bumps like nothing of its class, and is fun to drive. Parking's a snap! I like it, not love it!

Suggested Improvements

Make the back window wider, make sure tall people can see over the head rest especially in reverse. Give it a little more sack, As for "trip. manual, pick one place, the steering wheel leads to accidental shifting. The headrests are too tall! I am 5'9' and can't see over the headrests!

5 out 14 people found this review helpful

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Nice Ride!

Written by: dave on 09/10/2008

Vehicle

2008 Porsche Cayenne GTS 4dr SUV AWD (4.8L 8cyl 6M)

Review

Spent about 2 weeks looking for the right car. New it when I found the GTS..Trading out of a land rover sport. But that's another story ... Porsche has done a great job- inside & out. Power out of the V-8 is great. Fit & finish also very nice.

Favorite Features

Sport mode

Suggested Improvements

Up grade package

3 out 7 people found this review helpful

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good with some surprises

Written by: raytoei on 09/07/2008

Vehicle

2008 Porsche Cayenne 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6M)

Review

Unlike the previous reviewers, I wasn't looking for a SUV, as such, I did not really do any due diligence on the Audi Q6 or BMW X5; it was really either a luxury saloon upgrade for my 520i or the Cayenne. In the end, we decided on the Cayenne because this is the only Porsche where the whole family can actually experience together.

Favorite Features

I love the handling and steering. The Bose sound system is very rich. And then there is the "Sports" button.

Suggested Improvements

Well, I think the standard interior is not as good as other modern European cars. I chose the nice Havana/Sand interior but am currently paranoid about how to maintain it.

3 out 3 people found this review helpful

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love my gts red gts!

Written by: hellfire on 08/13/2008

Vehicle

2008 Porsche Cayenne GTS Tiptronic 4dr SUV AWD (4.8L 8cyl 6A)

Review

Went from 911(997)cab + Range Rover Supercharged to the GTS. Although interior appointments not as luxurious as the RR, it feels as expensive. Alcantara is lovely! Fat steering wheel the best I've held. Took it on rough roads for a hike and with comfort suspension mode + raised height, felt just slightly more bumpy than the RR, though definitely need to be careful with the 21 inch rims. dealer added tooki bluetooth and ipod integration so gadget wise, slightly better than the RR. skipped the rear view camera - view is straight down so not as much visibility as RRSC, but parking assist is just about as good. in all, it's made me forget my RRSC, but i still miss the 911 a bit.

Favorite Features

supportive sport seats. interior better than the 911. v8 sound! panoramic roof almost as good as a cab. power tailgate very handy.

Suggested Improvements

gas mileage could be better. getting about 12/17, but engine not broken in yet. wish it had the new touchscreen PCM, it's still better than our Mercedes COMMAND interface. needs better/more front cup holders

3 out 16 people found this review helpful

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Wow

Written by: Chizzy on 08/04/2008

Vehicle

2008 Porsche Cayenne GTS Tiptronic 4dr SUV AWD (4.8L 8cyl 6A)

Review

Worth every penny. Initially purchased the base cayenne with 6 cyl. Later drove the GTS and I was hooked. NO comparison. I Love this car. I have had them all range rover, bmw, lexus... this car blows them all away hands down.

Favorite Features

Handling and power.

Suggested Improvements

Not many options included and all are expensive to add. Porsche seems to nickel and dime the customer too much.

5 out 5 people found this review helpful

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Cayenne Transmission Problems

Written by: iso on 07/19/2008

Vehicle

2008 Porsche Cayenne Tiptronic 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 6A)

Review

I had my cayenne for over a year now. I am very much upset at my dealer in Manhattan. I had my transmission stuck on 3rd gear when i had 3,000 miles. They towed and fixed it. Then the same thing happened again when i had about 12,000 miles. They towed and repaired again. But then my dealer did not want to give me a loaner, saying they are all reserved for customers coming for an oil change. I was stuck early in the morning had to pick up my son from school, go see customers and fly overseas that day. I had to rent a car to continue my day. Then i had to replace my oxygen sensor. I had my navigation stuck once so did my horn. I am not very happy honestly planning to get out of my lease.

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14 out 16 people found this review helpful

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