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4.5 out of 5 stars

drives like a sports car

dave s , 03/12/2005
2005 Porsche Cayenne S AWD 4dr SUV (4.5L 8cyl 6A)
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Apart from some minor electrical problems with the remote the car is glitch free. I am a dad with children ages 5 and 7. I also own a Porsche 996 Carrera. If it is raining or I have carpool duties this car is my absolute favorite to drive. It drives like a sports car and is plenty fast. The true beauty of this car is its cornering stability and braking . As for acceleration and speed , I have to remind myself that high speed driving is not a good idea with young kids in tow and therefore I don't regret not buying the Turbo. If you don't have young kids get the Turbo. The Porsche Carrera is the best car but for rainy days and kid towing I absolutely love my Cayenne. Get it fully loaded - don't skimp.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

No Substitute!

Stambo, 05/18/2005
2005 Porsche Cayenne S AWD 4dr SUV (4.5L 8cyl 6A)
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Bought Cayenne S as first new car in decades.Had Mercedes E 430 4matic(2001) which was destroyed in a wreck in Feb.Porsche fit and finish is outstanding.340 horses and smooth transmission transport us effortlessly.Have put 1400 miles on it and have no complaints.Has 4 seat heaters,heated steering wheel,very comfortable seating on Napa leather.My 2 big dogs,Boris and Natasha enjoy their view from the back.The Porsche dealer did all the paperwork,got my tags,etc.Got nice letters from corporate welcoming me aboard.A true class act.This is clearly an instance where you get what you pay for.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

best one

tommie, 03/19/2005
2005 Porsche Cayenne Turbo AWD 4dr SUV (4.5L 8cyl Turbo 6A)
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This is the best SUV i have ever driven in my life! It is better then any toyota 4 runner

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Porshe Cayenne S

Sue Levine, 08/14/2006
2005 Porsche Cayenne S AWD 4dr SUV (4.5L 8cyl 6A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

I love the car but wish the cup holders were bigger. This seems like a petty complaint, but other designers manage to work it in. Also, I wish I did not have to "pop" the gasoline door. With 12,000 miles I still have not had an oil change although I've tried to schedule it twice. I was told both times to wait until I get closer to 20,000 miles.

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4.5 out of 5 stars

05 Cayenne S after 47,000 miles

JB, 02/03/2009
2005 Porsche Cayenne S AWD 4dr SUV (4.5L 8cyl 6A)
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I have the 2005 Cayenne S with 19" wheels. The odometer is about to turn 47,000 miles. I love my Cayenne. It has a few quirks that the the 2nd generation cayenne has addressed such as touchy brakes, Super stiff rear suspension. I have had a few service items that the dealer has address. The best part of owning this car is driving this car. It is a fun car to drive period. The car handles and corners great. The engine sounds cool too. It actually drives like a Porsche. I own a 997 2S. If you like to drive, you need the S, GTS or Turbo version. The 6 cylinder is too underpowered for the car's weight.

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