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4.88 out of 5 stars

Cayenne S after 14,000 miles

fastdiablo, 04/22/2006
2005 Porsche Cayenne S AWD 4dr SUV (4.5L 8cyl 6A)
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The Porsche Cayenne has a stellar motor, taught suspension, and unreal handling for a 5,000 lb. truck. The tiptronic shifters on the steering wheel are outstanding. The interior fit and finish are superb, its ergonomics are comfortable, and its driving position is firm and supportive. This truck's quality and design are German to the nth degree, which is a great thing. The navigation and stereo are both easy to use. The sound system is excellent. This vehicle has lots of usable space and the back seats are spacious. Folding the seats down could be easier though. I've had two very small problems in 14,000 miles. First, there was a rattle in the rear door which was a cable that became unfastened - easy fix by the dealer. The second was that the windshield wipers were sqeaky - they were replaced by the dealer. I have never had any mechanical issues.

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Drives like a Porsche

Lynnsey, 02/17/2005
2005 Porsche Cayenne Turbo AWD 4dr SUV (4.5L 8cyl Turbo 6A)
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I got a nail in my tire and had a flat at 45 mph in traffic.. it still drove like a Porsche as the tire was falling off the rim!!! It is simply amazing and so very much fun to drive or be seen in! People are always trying to see what it is or asking questions. It deserves all of the attention and it still is pure pleasure to drive or ride in! WTG PORSCHE!!! Not only am I proud of my car, it delivers on every thing a Porsche should be! I have a Boxster as well, but this is the car that goes everywhere for every occasion! Since it is spring, maybe the Boxster will have a better chance! Porsche is a family tradition.. because NO ONE DOES IT BETTER!

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4.88 out of 5 stars

A good vehicle that's not as pricy as you think

alexander brown, 12/14/2004
2005 Porsche Cayenne Tiptronic AWD 4dr SUV (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
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The 2005 Porsche Cayenne 6-cylinder has great power on and off road. When it snows it is a good idea to change from the Porsche all season tires to the winter ones. The inteior is what one would expect from a Porsche.

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4.25 out of 5 stars

My First Long-Term Keeper

MikeD, 12/31/2004
2005 Porsche Cayenne Turbo AWD 4dr SUV (4.5L 8cyl Turbo 6A)
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Typically after nine months I am trading in my cars for something new and different to drive, typically another German sports car. The Porsche Cayenne Turbo is my first Porsche and SUV and it drives like a real sports car, not an SUV. Everything in the car is well placed, tight, beautiful, and serves its purpose. Not only can you load the car up with options, but you can also add some of the aftermarket options as well from many makers. I have had no problems with the vehicle.

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4.13 out of 5 stars

Gorgeous, Fun But Quirky

Buck, 01/07/2005
2005 Porsche Cayenne S AWD 4dr SUV (4.5L 8cyl 6A)
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If you've seen it, no comment necessary. To drive it you gotta learn to use the power; it's not standard stomp and romp. Had lots of nagging "quality recall" issues. Back hatch lid pops. Automatic keying system is not predictable. Electronic display puts up fictional problems. Wiper blades smearing. It's gonna be an amazing and unique vehicle once all the quirks are out. Option package a bit thin given price.

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