Used 2004 Porsche Cayenne Consumer Reviews

great car !

a lot fun !

Fun is an understatement

This handles better then any other vehicle I have ever driven. It is a gas around curves even in the high altitude of Colorado. There are some negatives though....I purchased some upgrades that are more nuisance than anything. The back hatch never seems to close & it is supposed to be automatic and I have a "ghost" in my radio, it changes stations on its own. Otherwise I love this vehicle.

Best SUV in the World

The Porsche Turbo is a new breed of SUV. I have never driven a car like it in my life. Turn off the PSM click the transmission into manual and this car is a beast. But in normal traffic it purrs like a tame feline. The Turbo is truly the best auto on the road. Fast, fun, big, nimble and it can even pull my boat. I got it when my previous S version blew a cylinder and they agreed to give it to me for 89,000 down from 99,900. Best deal I have ever made. If you have the $$$ you can not do better.

Problem

My husband has had 2 Cayenne's in 6 months. The 1st he got his money back cause the window had ripples and so did the 4 replacement ones. The turbo he has now has been in the shop for 2 weeks with a key latch problem and my husband said others have been returned with transmission problems. Never buy first year out is my motto, but my husband didn't listen.

Poor Reliability

Parking Brake broke after a few tries. Replaced transmission drive at 40K miles and gear shift really poorly. Climate Control awful making so much noise. LED dashboard was so bad that needed to replace as warranty item. Sun Glasses box broke and cost $250. Oil change or minor maint. is very expensive. I wouldn't buy it if given second chance. Stylist and good performance but reliability is not in the design process. Beside the design for perf. must take reliability and cost-efficient sustainability seriously. Good name Porsche is tainted.

falling apart

My Cayenne is falling apart. One thing broke after another. First it was the stero, then sun roof won't open, locks are not working properly, etc. I've had it for just half a year but encountered too many problems. Besides, the interior is too small for a family car. I would not recommend this car for a family of four or more. I don't know if other Cayennes have the same problem. But I didn't like mine.

Cayenne Turbo

Fast, Fun and an all purpose car!

My Cayenne

I have my Cayenne for over 3 years and it performs as well today as it did the day I left the dealer. The vehicle holds the road better than any vehicle I have ever driven and give me a feeling of safety. You can drive any other vehicle and no one notices, when you drive your Cayenne everyone notices and wishes they were you.

Fun to Drive

This SUV is a blast to drive, handles exceptionally well, and drives like a sports car. Lots of power.

Bad SUV

The 2004 Porsche Cayenne S has poor ride comfort, no dampening of bumps, a harsh road feel, the interior room is small for an SUV, and a poor acceleration curve with flat spots. Mine has been in the shop for many minor and major part failures.

The cool car I wish to own

I think this car is sporty,related to the 911,and completely cool.A V6 does start at the same price(or a little more)as the Lexus RX 330 AWD. I would wish to own one.

Steering rack replaced after 3 weeks

Just purchased a Cayene S 3weeks ago.It has been back to the dealer for service 3 times. The entire steering system is being replaced. Other than huge factory defects the car is great. If you buy this car get a letter in writing from your dealer that they will pick up your car and give you another Porsche as a loaner! I have been given a Pontiac and am not very happy that it seems that I have spent $80,000 on a Grand Prix. Luckily I can ride a bike to work!

Great car

Sports Car Excitement in an SUV

I also own a 2002 Porsche 911 Carrera Cabriolet. So stepping into an SUV like the Cayenne S with the family does not mean I have to give up the fun of driving a sports car. The handling is almost as tight as the Carrera. There is no lack of passing speed and the seats are some of the most comfortable I've seen in an SUV. The hardest decision is which one to take out when it is just the wife and I. The braking and safety features are second to none.

1st 5000 miles in my Cayenne Turbo

Really having FUN is the best way I can describe my 5 month experience with the Cayenne. If you are looking for a non sports car vechicle but has as close to a sports car drive this is it. The 450 HP turbo will press you a any passengers heads back on the rests of this 3 ton rocket. Besides being quick it handles on windy tight corners like a Porsche. Took it out in the first ice & snow storm last week and PSM system really helped keeping the vehicle under control. Trust me it is a blast to drive! I guess one of the strongest statement is after I let a friend drive it he went and bought one.

Nice Ass Ride

I love the style it bring to you. You get many heads turning when you drive this Cayenne. I love the way that you can have best of both worlds by having a sporty mid SUB.

My Dream Car/SUV

To all the criticts, don't knock it until you've tried it. It may be big, but this Porsche brings out the meaning of SPORT in Sport Utiliy Vehicle. Can't wait to take if off road.

2004 Cayenne S

If you want a ride that will carry five people, through snow and ice, with great performance and handling, this is it. It's for someone who likes to drive, it's not a cushy luxury vehicle. If you like Lexus or Mercedes-Benz it's not for you.

Like nothing else!

Porsche has developed a vehicle that stands without peer in its ability to offer luxury, utility, performance, quality, and style. No other SUV or hybrid vehicle can offer such acceleration (0-60 in 5 sec.), top end performance (170mph top speed), over the road comfort, off-road functionality, and sheer driving fun. Fast and responsive as many of the world's most exotic sports cars, smoother and quieter than most luxury sedans, and with the hauling capability of the SUV alternatives, it stands alone in its ability to be everything one could want, except for a convertible. The materials, fit and finish, and design are top shelf and well thought out.

On the 8th day, God made Turbo...

This is a wonderful car/SUV/truck, whatever you call it. Smiles/mile peg high. You don't buy this for economy, though. If I had it to do over, I would not have gotten a black one, maybe silver or titanium; but it looks awesome when it's clean.

To all Porsche purists:

So what if soccer moms drive a Porsche? I say it's about time! Love the fact that I have all that power under the hood in case I need it, and it handles like a dream. And when you have a car full of noisy boys going/returning from a game, knowing I'm behind the wheel of a Porsche makes it actually pleasant!

True Porsche

Sexxy styling for a SUV. Gets lots of attention. Very fun to drive. Gas mileage is pretty bad. Mine has already gone in the shop for replacement of computer system. Somehow it got currupt and the vehicles electronic system went haywire.

Awesome

Absolutely a blast to drive. Reminds me of my 2000 BMW M5. What a sensation hurtling down the road in a 6000# meteor. But, even more amazing, is turning this meteor without significant body roll and sphincter tightening that I get with my wife's jeep. I had a C-S that I traded in for the TT. This TT has had ZERO problems thus far.

an exhilerating drive

Drives like an "S Class" Mercedes on the highway (with the air suspension). Mountain off-roading experience is confidence-building on ice, in the mud and over stumps and boulders. Compared to other SUVs,it's almost a sports car with all the bells-and- whistles...an exhilerating ride.

Porsche Cayenne

Much better than I thought it would be.

The porsche SUV experience

Unbelievabe power. Great fun to drive. A true porsche experience. Only complaint is start up performance has hesitation because of high power and need for high octane

Unmatched Quality, with a drinking habit

My first Porsche and it met all of my hopes and expectations. Strength and comfort. Handling and seamless uptake power. All of it came with a shock of Premium only @ 13 mpg city and 16mpg highway. I've driven 10 BMW's over 25 years and never thought I would switch, but I may never go back.

SCARLETT'S AUTO

THIS AUTO IS VERY FUN TO DRIVE. MANUVERS GREAT VERY FAST. BUT TO MANY COMPUTER ITEMS STILL LIKE THE OLD PORSCHE IDEA

An SUV Sports Car

I was hesitant to purchse this vehicle because initially I did not like to exterior appearance. However, the minute I got behind the wheel I was sold. This car is a machine. It has the performance of a luxury sports car with the added performance of a SUV. I currently drive a 740IL, and the jaguar sports car and I must say that the porche is the most fun.

Traded in the x5

Had a 3.0 x5... no comparison. Also drove the 4.4 to make sure. Great features, handles very well; I waited for the model year switch to save a few bucks. I like driving this as much as my c4s. Great job Porsche.

NO CELL PHONE IN CAYENNE TURBO

I decided on the Cayenne Turbo. I love the car except for one feature that was left out completly on all american models. THERE IS NO CELL PHONE FEATURE TO ADAPT A CELL PHONE INTO THE NAVIGATION SYSTEM!!?? THIS IS POOR PLANNING AND PROBLEMATIC! WHY HAS PORSCHE LEFT OUT THIS FEATURE!!????? TAKE ME BACK TO THE STONEAGE....THIS IS THE 2004 TURBO MODEL....GET IT TOGETHER!!! A $100,000 SHOULD HAVE THIS!!

My dream car

I never thought I'd be this much happy with a car. I feel it very safe and fun driving it especially with my two kids. And I also enjoy when people recognize that you own one of the most luxurious car in the whole world.

Very nice vehicle

Well built vehicle,definitely worth the money.

1,000 miles of Cayenne

The expectations were high. The reality blew away the expectations. This is a real Porsche, even though the qualifier is SUV. For what Porsche is this is the next level. I have owned a C2 and loved every minute of it. I predict I will love every minute of this vehicle.

Fun

This SUV is the best I ever drove. Had many different models, none even close to the proformance this car has. I think that the Porsche can not be compared to the VW in interior or exterior looks. Drive long distance between CT and VA,fun, fun,fun.

the perfect car

base line nothing better anything you could ever hope for speed manuverability unfortunately..price isn't one of them

Speechless

Its sleek design inside even my children like it, watchin cable telvision in daddys car, no wonder why the always want to go in my S=UV

Cayenne S has been good so far

This SUV has been no trouble yet.

AN EXPENSIVE MISTAKE.

NO DOUBT THE CAR IS FAST WITH A 450 TURBO. AFTER THE ENGINE, IN MY OPINION, IT IS ALL DOWNHILL AT BREAKNECK SPEED. THE CAR IS ANNOYING TO DRIVE AS IT HAS MANY SQUUKING TYPE RATTLES. THE LAG TIME FROM A DEAD STOP TO TRANSMITION ENGAGEMENT IS FRIGHTENING. G-D FORBID YOU NEED QUICK ACCELERATION FROM A DEAD STOP, COUNT TO 5. THAT IS ABOUT AS MUCH TIME AS IT TAKES TO GET MOVING. TRY CUTTING ACROSS A HIGHWAY WITH THAT OR MOVE THROUGH A BUSY INTERSECTION. THE DEALER SEEMS UNINTERESTED IN FIXING THE PROBLEMS. I ALSO OWN A 2003 911 TURBO WITH THE X50 PACKAGE. THAT IS A MACHINE. THE CAYANNE IS LOOKING MORE AND MORE LIKE AN EXPENSIVE MISTAKE EVERY DAY.

BMW X5... EAT DUST!

After owning a BMW X5 and a Mercedes ML320, I grew tired of the typical looks of a "soccer-mom" SUV, so I was considering the Porsche Cayenne S for a while; however, after driving the Cayenne Tiptronic V6, I concluded that it was worth saving the $10,000 difference between the V8 and the V6 models, and thus opted for the Cayenne Tiptronic V6; what a great choice! You gotta love the performance, and the sound of the exhaust! Fantastic! Not to mention the fit-n-finish quality; just look around the window seams!

absolute blast

I have thoroughly enjoyed the vehicle since I purchased 9 months ago. Unequalled handleing when comparing all suvs tested. Acceleration more than adequate. Hang On. Operation on slippery winter roads at highway speeds is unreal due to Porsche technology employed. Golf clubs fit perfect. A real neck jerker for the onlookers, however very smooth handleing. Suspension is what one would expect from a high performance vehicle.Stiff.

Best combo of performance and utility

A high-tech dream! Comfort is #1 priority for us, and this has more front leg room than our Escalade! Never thought we'd ever have a "sports car," but this is a roomy, luxurious, comfortable, off-roader that handles like a sexy Porsche. Truly an engineering marvel, a great mixture of attributes - kudos to Porsche!

V6, still sounds like a Porsche!!

This car is sooo sweet.. Love the exhaust note, sounds like a Porsche..haha.. Interior is classy and well built. Overall car is wonderful.. Well worth the price. Lots of standard equipments. Very fun to drive.

back to the shop again

5 months and 7 trips to the dealer to fix the same items over and over. Tranny has to be reflashed and the door locks still work only 10% of the time. The radio and navigation system has it days of not coming on at all. The refrig pump in the front left housing still howls like a cheat refrigeration even after being replaced.

Sports car with SUV abilities

Have had it a week...300 miles and love it. It puts a smile on my face every time I take it out of the garage. It is smooth, solid, fast. Best of the SUV's I test drove - Toureg, Lexus G470, 4Runner, X5 4.4. Total sports car feel and handling. Toureg has a softer more car like ride and handling as well as interior, while the Cayenne is sports car handling and ride and interior. I wanted a sports car with SUV capabilities and I got it!

Amazing SUV!

This is an amazing SUV with outstanding performance and great comfort.

Porsche, no substitute!

Just bought this baby for my wife. Took a 600 mile trip. Fun car to drive. It is excellent in bad weather. It's a Porsche, what more do I need to say. Besides, not many around. My wife loves it. And that is all that matters. I would recomend it anyone looking into buying a SUV.

The best car for its money.

It is really the best car ever. And it is worth every last dollar.

RAY'S REVIEW

BRAKES ON THIS CAR .........UM WORK REALLY WELL

fast powerful expensive

Fun to drive with amazing acceleration and braking. Thrilled with car, less so with service and cost of service. Need snow tires if you live where it snows. Too much torque for all weather tires. Handles well in snow with the snow tires. You either love or hate the look. I love it. Porsche has a driver training school in Birmingham( a day for off road and a day at the track. Expensive but recommended