2005 Porsche Cayenne Review
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Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
Pros
- Sports car performance, available adjustable ride height and suspension damping control, solid off-road capability and towing capacity, slightly more cargo room than a Range Rover.
Cons
- Can't match the Rover in the dirt, annoying turbo lag on top end model, you have to pay a little extra for the name.
What’s new
The base Cayenne receives a six-speed manual transmission and Porsche's Drive-Off Assistant System, otherwise known as a "hill-holder" clutch. All Cayenne models now feature a power rear tailgate and body-colored side sills and fascias. An optional panoramic power sunroof debuts this year, along with an available rearview camera system. A comprehensive performance upgrade package is available on the Turbo model through Porsche's Tequipment program. Highlights include a horsepower increase to 500 and upgraded brakes.
Edmunds says
Awkward-looking but thrilling behind the wheel, the Cayenne is a thoroughly capable vehicle that makes good on its Porsche nameplate.
For sale nearby
25 listings
- 129,542 miles
- Issue reported, 3 owners, personal use only
- 5 Seats, 12 City / 17 Hwy MPG
- CAP Enterprises (179 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Navigation
- Leather Seats
- Upgraded Headlights
- Power Driver Seat
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Located in Sioux Falls, SD
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Issue reported
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
14 Combined MPG (12 City/17 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: WP1AC29PX5LA90477
Stock: A90477
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 01-04-2025- 235,000 miles
- 2 accidents, 3 owners, personal use only
- 5 Seats, 12 City / 17 Hwy MPG
- Car City (541 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Leather Seats
- Power Driver Seat
- Multi-Zone Climate C...
- Auto Climate Control
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Located in Palatine, IL
2005 Porsche Cayenne S V8 Power Luxury SUV Well MaintainedNow available at Car City Inc 2232 N Rand Rd, Palatine, IL 60074, this 2005 Porsche Caye...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
14 Combined MPG (12 City/17 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: WP1AB29P25LA66063
Stock: 6208
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in North Dakota
$316/mo for Cayenne Base
Cayenne Base
vs
$181/mo
Avg. Midsize SUV
Porsche Cayenne Owner Reviews
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4 out of 5 starsroy_taylor, 01/23/2012
2005 Porsche Cayenne S AWD 4dr SUV (4.5L 8cyl 6A)
I absolutely loved everything about my Cayenne GTS and have been thrilled with it, until this weekend.
On a ski trip to Mammoth from LA the transmission has gotten stuck in low range.
It wont move up to give me a limited differential and it wont move down to road mode.
If I try the 307 mile journey home I have to do it at 50mph.
I googled the issue and now find that its a common … problem.
Porsche roadside assistance is coming tomorrow to get it but wont tow it back to LA only to Fresno.
Porsche have totally let ,me down.
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4.88 out of 5 starsEthan, 06/23/2006
2005 Porsche Cayenne Turbo AWD 4dr SUV (4.5L 8cyl Turbo 6A)
I purchased a used but untitled Porsche Cayenne Turbo about 8 months ago. I have put approximately 10,000 miles on it (it previously had 5,000). It has had absolutely no problems. Its acceleration and handling are on par with most sport cars. Its off-road handling is also excellent. The adjustable ride height is a must if you plan to do any significant off-road driving. However, this … option also improves daily driving, allowing you to set a fairly low, more car-like ride height.
2005 Porsche Cayenne 6 Cyl. Review
4.5 out of 5 starsGreg Wolfner, 12/12/2004
2005 Porsche Cayenne Tiptronic AWD 4dr SUV (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
My Porsche Cayenns is an awesome SUV, I have the 6 cylinder model and would love to try the turbo. Make sure your Cayenne has the best headlights made. I'm very disappointed in the standard headlights. This is not a very large SUV, the interior room is only fair. Keep in mind if you look to go off road that the stock tires are not designed for it. My final conclusion is that this is a … 911 with a SUV Body. It is a lot of fun to drive!
Porche Cayenne-Great vehicle
4.38 out of 5 starsMike Bement, 04/13/2005
2005 Porsche Cayenne Turbo AWD 4dr SUV (4.5L 8cyl Turbo 6A)
This is the perfect vehicle for me. I love the speed of a sports car. I love the head room and storage room of an SUV. The Turbo Cayenne does it all. It is absolutely beautiful. Mike Bement
2005 Cayenne Highlights
Base
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $41,100 |
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Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 15 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $316/month |
Seating | 5 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 19.1 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | all wheel drive |
Warranty | 4 years / 50,000 miles |
Safety
Key safety features on the Cayenne include:
- Tire Pressure Warning
- Stability Control
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