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2019 Cayenne Hybird, so close, yet so far away...
PorscheFanGuy, 12/09/2019
2019 Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 8A)
128 of 131 people found this review helpful
This is my third Porsche. My other two cars right now are a 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland Diesel and a 981 Boxster S (manual). The car was leased new and has around 600 miles on it so these are initial impressions. Lets address the pros first. The car is very fast and handles exceptionally well. When is Sport or Sport + the car accelerates faster than my Boxster S (or at least feels that way) and handles the curves superbly well. The seats are comfortable and there is a lot of room in the back seat. The battery gives you about 20 miles of range on fully electric which is speedy enough to get you around short errands easily. Now for the cons. First, my vehicle had an MSRP of around $91K so pretty basic trim. Premium package plus the ventilated seats. But this is still $91K! I compare that against what I got in my Jeep Grand Cherokee (~$45K) and the value is simply not there (even for a Porsche). Second, the are some pretty bad fit and finish quality issues. The paint is a joke and will scratch and get holes it in as if it were Play Doh. It also has an area where it looks like the paint dripped. How this got through quality control in Bratislava is concerning. I've toured the factory in Stuttgart and it wouldn't have gotten through those guys. I had to get ceramic coating because the paint is so bad and its a lease! There are also panels inside the car that do not align well (e.g., A pillar). Finally, I hear rattles with certain radio songs (at moderate volume) and it just doesn't seem as well put together as the JGC when going over bumps which is nuts to say about a Porsche. Third, with the government subsidy the e-hybrid is the one to get over the S but if I were buying and not leasing I'd get the base. The hybrid tech is truly amazing (good job to the engineers), its hard to tell when the vehicle goes from electric to gas. However, if I were planning on owning (as opposed to leasing) I'd worry long-term about the impact of the hybrid drive and power train on the engine. The car needs to engage the ICE engine at any time (even if cold) and it will constantly need to go back and forth which is a lot for any engine to handle. The range of 20 very limiting and once its over, you don't have the speed anymore (just the weight). Overall, if you want an electric car, get a Tesla Porsche is just not there yet and the uncertainty of long-term residuals is too much to buy vs. lease. Plus the tech is changing at an exponential rate. Fourth: Porsche, please go pick up a 2014-2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee and make it a required course for the folks who design your ergonomics. I've had Jeep, Toyota, Nissan, MB, and other Porsches and this is the worst ergonomic design I've ever seen. Simple things like being able to select previous track on the steering wheel, hang grocery bags in the back seats (or rear), and ability to easily control music are impossible in the new Cayenne. The controls look great but I think this car is a step back in this respect relative to the previous generation. Fifth: The Bose Stereo system is not great. I have a lot of Bose products (e.g., headphones, speakers, stereo in Boxster) and this one is just not as good. It sounds only slightly better than the system in my JGC. I've tried every setting combination, multiple different sources, and even Tidal which streams at more than CD quality. Its just not a great system. Having owned a couple of other Porsches, this doesn't feel of the same quality. Frankly it doesn't feel special. I think they need to bring the production back to Germany ASAP. Will report back after a few months.
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3rd time is a charm
DM Taylor, 12/29/2019
2019 Porsche Cayenne 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
34 of 34 people found this review helpful
This is my 3rd Porsche. Previously owned a Boxster S and traded in a 2015 Macan S for the base 2019 Cayenne. Have put 4,000 miles on it over five months. Picked it over a Panamera. Likes are the interior which is the most comfortable and elegant I have seen. Actually prefer the Cayenne’s ZF transmission over the PDK in the Macan! The Macan was always sluggish to get the turbo to spin up. I always felt the programming was off. The handling and acceleration are top shelf. Reliability has been bulletproof and the Biscayne Blue get s many compliments Dislikes: The Macan could scroll through my favorite radio stations using the thumb ball on the steering wheel, and also adjust volume. Can’t do that on the Cayenne. Macan also displayed the speed limit on the dash. Again missing from Cayenne. I have completely given up on using my foot to get the rear to open. It has never worked for me, and when the dealer tried it, most of the time they couldn’t get it to open either.
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Car breaking safety issue
DefectivePorscheBuyer, 04/29/2021
2020 Porsche Cayenne S 4dr SUV AWD (2.9L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
48 of 49 people found this review helpful
My new Cayenne 2020 S had three different issues within the first week. The are four (4) different rattling noises, a dangerous braking issue (sudden jolts forward when you're trying to slow down) and an app that rarely connects. I'm now fighting with the dealership as they say these issues are "normal". Suffice to say, I've filed a complaint with the NHTSA and will pursue other legal and non-legal means until they resolve this. I would strongly recommend not buying the Cayenne. The breaking issue simply makes it unsafe.
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Drives great but problems on brand new vehicle
JP, 12/16/2021
2021 Porsche Cayenne Turbo S E-Hybrid 4dr SUV AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8A)
26 of 26 people found this review helpful
After 2000 KM a rattling noise started, I thought it was just a slight rattle on a heat shield at low RPM, and was only intermittent. The throttle felt odd at times but I just attributed it to me not being accustomed to the transmission. By 2800 KM the rattling noise was very loud and heard all the time. Emergency brake sensor issue. First they blamed bad gas, problem continues after they drain gas and put in new gas. Also I have a 2014 ML63 that I fill up at all the same gas stations, no problems for almost 7 years. Took 3 months - They changed Motor, Turbos and Throttle Body. Told emergency brake sensor will arrive in 30 days. Now after 500KM of driving the rattling sound has returned intermittently and today was very loud, appointment at dealership tomorrow morning. Have owned this vehicle 6 months and only been able to drive it about 10 weeks.
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A Driver’s SUV
Brian L, 08/05/2020
2020 Porsche Cayenne 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
47 of 50 people found this review helpful
Excellent vehicle. Buy a Cayenne if... -You want the best handling mid-sized SUV in the world. Great handling, road feel, break feel. Look at Car and Driver ratings. -You want a refined, elegant interior (after upgrades) that doesn’t look like a futuristic Japanese robot. -You want a luxury SUV which is less common than an X5 or GLE -You want to have fun, but you also want a big comfy seat. -You want a highly reliable brand. -You can afford to pay over $1000 per year in regular maintenance. Issues to be aware of: 2019 was the first model year. Early builds have some gremlins. Infotainment has occasional bugs, but nothing compared to an X5. Breaks can be crunchy or make squealing noise.
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2019 Porsche Cayenne - The Real Deal
Kevin, 01/26/2019
updated 02/16/2021
2019 Porsche Cayenne 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
120 of 131 people found this review helpful
We were shopping for a new vehicle and narrowed it down to three vehicles: BMW X5, Range Rover HSE Sport, or a Porsche Cayenne. There is no comparison. The Porsche Cayenne is the best. X5 is nice, but cheap feeling interior and not very comfortable. RR Sport just does not have the quality fit, finish, and mechanical dependability. The Porsche Cayenne is a work of art that is quite functional as well. My wife is in love with her new Cayenne! Update (7-28-20) Still love the Cayenne. Had a few more issues with car than I thought we should have. Replaced all taillights for issues with edges of lights, software issues, and waiting 9 months for a new gas tank as it is making noise when idling for more than a minute or so. Update (2/14/21) Very disappointed in Porsche. Replaced the gas tank in late 2020 only to have the same "rattling noise" in fuel tank. At the time, they claimed "mine was the only one". After some research, Porsche has a TI or Technical Information bulletin out stating that they do not have a fix and it affects all years 2019-2021. Porsche is still selling this vehicle even though it has a known issue for which they have no solution. The arrogance of this manufacturer is unbelievable. Imagine selling a car with a know problem that they cannot fix. Disgraceful.
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Awesome to drive
Gdude, 09/30/2019
2019 Porsche Cayenne S 4dr SUV AWD (2.9L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
14 of 14 people found this review helpful
Love driving this car. Only problem is the squeaking when breaking at low speeds. I’ve owned RR sport and q7 and after driving this there really is no comparison.
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This SUV Begs to go Fast
Tin, 12/27/2018
2019 Porsche Cayenne 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
49 of 54 people found this review helpful
We owned this 2019 Cayenne 3.0T Awd for close to 3 months. After initial Break-In. This car screams. We get to take it on a road trip from Los Angeles to Las Vegas to Valley of Fire at Moapa. Cruising at 85mph seems like it’s moving at 55mph. The handling is so superb, like a smaller car. This SUV begs to go fast. This SUV likes to be cruising at 90+ mph and the 8 speed transmission keeps the RPM around 2K. At 95-100mph, the cabin is quiet with very little wind noise. Acceleration up the grades are just half throttle and when u look at the speedometer, your flying up at triple digits. Braking to slow down for traffic is effortless. Going through the turns, there are very little body roll. Interior have lots of leg room for both front and rear passengers. Seats are comfortable. Control layouts gets a little used to but once figured out. Everything is easy to navigate. This is Truly the Ultimate Family Sports SUV
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From a woman's perspective!
JCFloridaGirl, 08/11/2019
2019 Porsche Cayenne 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
60 of 68 people found this review helpful
Let me begin by saying, I don't know much about cars and this is my first Porsche purchase. I drove EVERY other mid-size luxury SUV and found the Cayenne to be the most fun to drove and that's ultimately why I bought it. When it came down to it for me....it was the Cayenne or the 2020 GLE Mercedes (I'm a REALTOR and needed a roomy back seat for clients). I think the technology was far superior and preferred in the Mercedes, but as one astute salesman said, "It's like driving a couch behind a steering wheel." I needed the comfort of an SUV but I wanted it to have the feel of a sports car. The Cayenne has the power and space of a truck, but with the new '19 design, drives like a sports car. SO FUN! I agree with all edmunds complaints. And living in Florida....the fan noise for the A/C (especially when I have clients in the car) is annoying. Here are my pet peeves (sharing in case Porsche is watching because I think I'm hooked for life!): I think it's dangerous that the car has to be on and gas running in order for the garage door opener function to work. Most people open the garage door first....then turn on their car. As a single woman, and for safety reasons, I always make sure I'm in my locked car before opening the garage door (so please don't tell me to use the wall switch). You can't do that in the Cayenne. After owning the car for a week, I left it outside overnight. When I woke up, the rotors looked rusted. I panicked and went onto a forum and learned you just need to drive it to kick off the rust. Nonetheless...disappointing but maybe there's no way around this. I wash/detail my own car/wheels every week myself...I don't like how the water drains. It rains every day in Florida in the summer and when I open doors (like the rear hatch), days later, water comes out. I have the attractive spyder wheels (they are a pain to clean by the way....do yourself a favor and buy the chemical guys' wheel woolies-best thing I ever did). But there is ALWAYS dirt kicked up by the wheels. I can wash my car, and later that day it looks like it needs to be washed/detailed again. For this reason, I wish I had driven to AZ to get the rhodium silver Cayenne I really wanted (I purchased the Biscay Blue in FL and it's VERY hard to keep clean although EVERYBODY raves about the color). The interior sleek black glass gets finger prints quickly; I keep a polishing cloth and spray in my console. As one other review said....when you slow down....the transmission gets clunky. I previously had a VW so I'm used to this. My number one frustration is the intrusive sound/security features. They can be heard while on the telephone by the person on the other line. I appreciate Porsche's concern for my safety....but these alarms are off the rails. During my first service, I'm going to see if there's anything they can do to shorten or terminate them. I work on a small Island. Sometimes I leave the office just to get to a house that's two blocks away, driving 15 mph. The seat belt reminder continues to SCREAM for MINUTES. I also find the warnings distracting while I drive. Once someone pulled out in front of me and the collision warning that flashed on my dash and the loud alarm, actually caused me to take my eyes off the road. I wish the seats were more comfortable...softer. They are pretty stiff. Also, when you're driving with the sunroof open...the air doesn't flow like it should. You get that helicopter sound.... I've only ever owned cars with sunroofs and never had this problem before. It's remedied by cracking the windows. I only share these complaints so that Porsche works on fixing them. I don't in any way regret the purchase. In short, you're buying what's under the hood. Everything else is nice but pretty expected in this price point. I have always preferred German engineering, I like the simplicity.
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Worst car purchase I have ever made, .....
Bjorn A Jakobsen, 03/16/2021
2020 Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8A)
28 of 31 people found this review helpful
..... maybe because PORSCHE was supposed to be "the little extra" that I expected from this kind of a luxury vehicle,,, but no. I purchased the car late 2019 and it was delivered to me the 20th of December (2019) so I have now owned my Cayenne for one year and soon 3 months with a today 30 thousand km on the meter. Problems started already from the first week with gear shifter that didn´t want to enter D nor R after starting up, had to turn off and on ignition two or three times before it worked, I thought perhaps I was not holding down the brake pedal hard enough or to hard just because I was not be completely familier yet with the new car...? Then, before reporting this issue, I experienced a couple of times that the car was unlocked and the hatch door wide open when I came to the car in the morning?? Luckily I was at my own house with a good secured parking and with video surveillance so I went through the videos minute by minute and saw the hatch door when it opened.... it was a cat walking under the tail bumper that set off the automatic door opener ... the problem is that my bedroom, where my key was is about 60 meters away from the car?? Also the fuel lid started to open while I was driving on the highway. So. of course I then went to the Porsche Center (3 hours drive) to seek out the problems and after one day at the garage they told me that the problem should now have been resolved by a compleate update of the computer good service and polite personel, top! I drive back home and expected all being as it should BUT... when parking my car in the garage the hatch door opens by it self and scratches off the car paint towards the brick wall..pfff I called the Porsche Center and they promissed to do their very best to solve this and of course to have the door fixed and painted but to give them a bit time while contacting the Porsche main office in order to see if it is a known problem with a solution. Same weekend I went on a beach trip with my family when the car was impossible to open with the electronic key so I took out the manual key but not even that could open the car, it was dead and compleatly locked... Four hours later the Porsche team came with a service car and a Macan to borrow me while my own Cayenne was at the garage, also good service, but now I really started to regret my purchase. The weeks that followed continued with the same problems with basically electronic issues and updates after updates without solving the issues, so I started to communicate with the sales guy and the directour of Porsche to find a solution, I offered even to exchange my Cayenne for a Panemera and pay the differance of more than 100.000 US$ but they offered me in exchange to give me 90.000 US$ for the Cayenne (that I seven months before paid 150.000 US$ for) and delivery of the new car in May-June 2021. By the way, to understand the prices, we are living in Costa Rica, Central America. I still drive the Porsche (with all the problems) since Porsche is not able to fix the shitty Cayenne nor willing to solve it by exchanging it within reasonable terms. I am now waiting for my new BMW X5M Competition, BMW gave me 110.000 US$ for the Cayenne and a discount of 8%, they deliver my new car in April and I get to drive the Cayenne till then without restriction on km or other issues, that is service with respect and honor!! PORSCHE, LEARN YOUR LESSON
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Poorly built . Even worse customer service
sunny, 12/20/2019
2019 Porsche Cayenne 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
51 of 58 people found this review helpful
I have been having constant issues with the car . In 6 months and at about 6.5k miles , the car has been in the repair shop for over 30 days . The issues are serious. 1. Trunk opens randomly when car is in motion . Very dangerous issue . Worse , there is no error code . I was told by the dealership that Porsche knows there is an issue in some 2019 and possibly 2020 Cayennes but don’t have a fix yet. 2. Squeaky brakes . As another reviewer said , totally unacceptable in a 80-90k car . Worse, the dealers will tell you that it’s acceptable because it’s a race car and solution is to brake hard. 3. ACC and PAS have stopped working and service required message appeared twicr. Dealership has changed 4 modules and failed to fix the issue . Worse , they claim that Porsche Tech Line is not responsive. 4. Nav screen has gone black suddenly and doesn’t work until restarting vehicle many times. Do I have a lemon , possibly . The customer service has been poor until I talked about the Lemon Law. Overall , the ride is fantastic and I love the pickup , handling and responsiveness but it’s not worth the safety issues which could cause a serious accident. I would recommend staying away .
Point and shoot SUV
Bob Martin, 12/23/2018
2019 Porsche Cayenne 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
33 of 37 people found this review helpful
Unbelievable handling for a car of this size, that makes you feel it is smaller than it really is. Acceleration for the base model is more than adequate for my needs, making merging on the freeway effortless. Build and quality is immediately apparent when you enter this vehicle, just what you expect from Porsche. Me and my wife debate who gets to drive all the time. In this price segment for top tier SUV’s , there is no question the Cayenne is the right choice.
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Not blown away
Mrturbo, 12/15/2019
2019 Porsche Cayenne Turbo 4dr SUV AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo 8A)
26 of 29 people found this review helpful
I have a 16’ and a 19 both turbos, the 16 has more of a raw feel to it which I like better. The 19 is so refined that without the sport exhaust feels like driving a Camry. What is extremely annoying is wind noise above 75mph, which the dealer said is normal. BS! Inexcusable on a car like this. And another big one for me is I can.t drive with the windows down, around 40 or so wind buffeting gets so bad it is unreal.
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2019 cayenne customer review
Sam hong, 11/20/2019
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2019 Porsche Cayenne 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
52 of 60 people found this review helpful
I live MD. I bought the 2019 Cayenne from a Bethesda Porsche at 12/12/2018. 10 months later, I changed the cayenne to another car. 1. 2019 Cayenne has brake cracking noise, but there wasn’t no dealership who could solve this problem. I left my car with a dealer in Towson for nine days, but the same problem happened. The dealer at Silver Spring didn't even know what was wrong and had no answer. 2. There is a problem with the electrical system. For example, Auto Headlights do not work. I know at some point the Auto Headlight should work because I always drive the same road every morning and evening. 3. There is a bounce when the auto mission shifts from one to three. 4. Noise occurs at mufflers at a low speed of 5-10 5. Vibration is felt on the seat and the steering wheel when the air conditioner is operated. In addition to these problems, there were many problems, but I was so stressed out that I just had to switch to another car. But what's really amazing is that the cayenne I traded is sold at a certified used car in Porsche. If you sell your vehicle, sell your location tracker as a compulsory option, and sell your Maintenance program option, and don't give your customer a money back when they switch to another car due to a defective vehicle, I think it's a fraud. I think it was really the worst brand to sell the car, making a profit from the expedient, and the salesman sending a text message to the customer that he didn't receive the survey high scores that he asked for. I won't even buy a Porsche in the future, but I think I should boycott it now. The reason I raise this issue is to avoid other affected customers. I really hope you will consider it carefully. ps)If you want to buy Porsche in Maryland, avoid these two places. There are a lot of legal crooks. AD:11990 Rockville Pike, North Bethesda, MD 20852(Bethesda Porsche) AD:3141 Automobile Blvd, Silver Spring, MD 20904(silver spring Porsche)
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Nothing but problems from day 1
Debi M, 12/04/2019
2019 Porsche Cayenne 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
42 of 49 people found this review helpful
I’ve been back for multiple problems at least 12 times...4 times in service...they said there aren’t problems. Took to a Porsche specialist, hooked it up to computer system and most things failed. Now dealer handed it over to “Porsche”. They had it for 2 weeks...no phone calls or communication. It’s a lemon. For $104,000 I deserve a replacement. Climate (AC/heat) don’t work, seat memory doesn’t work, engine timing off etc.
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Definitely a sports car/SUV
Mark K, 08/22/2022
2021 Porsche Cayenne S 4dr SUV AWD (2.9L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
This car handles great. Excellent acceleration. The car feels solid. The negative is when the air-conditioner is on high it is very loud. The touch screen is beautiful and vibrant. Super happy that Apple car play is now wireless. I have the Cayenne S and it definitely is faster than the base model. The brakes are better also.
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The base car is great - well worth it
Lolina, 01/29/2019
2019 Porsche Cayenne 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
33 of 40 people found this review helpful
Porsche delivers a solid performing SUV that has the polish and finishes you would expect in a luxury SUV. The base features put the value right where you would want it. Materials, ride quality, ergonomics and overall fun all are there. Like all vehicles, nothing is perfect, which is why there is a choice. The Seats, including the upgraded premium seats, are a bit more firm than needed. The options to get the seats in the right place, however, are great. The ride is smooth and the suspension is solid. Trying to go slow though you do notice the slightly clunky transmission. The big complaint is, of course, the extras. As a base level, you get a car substantially similar to its competitors in terms of features. However, Porsche instance to charge for the absolutely most stupid things is silly. I picked one off the lot and it had Porsche crests in it for $495. Why would I pay for their advertising? You cant put aftermarket roof rails on, but it is an 800$ option and a number of things to change colors are just silly. Otherwise, air suspension and advanced features are simply a choice. Expensive but some are worth it. Overall, however, it was by far the best value for the money I could get a SUV in its class. I test drove everything from a RRS, a GLE, F pace, and others. I do truly enjoy it, I just wish Porsche would get off their proverbial high horse and not answer every question with "it's a Porsche". The Cayenne absolutely fuels the rest of the company and mostly it fuels it with base models and some features. "its a Porsche" is not a competitive answer... They could do better. Note: I have owned a 911 before so I am not new to the brand.
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Generally love the vehicle, but.....
Chuck in PA, 11/19/2019
2019 Porsche Cayenne S 4dr SUV AWD (2.9L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
13 of 15 people found this review helpful
This is my second Cayenne. Overall, believe I liked my 2015 better. This one has better performance, but am not thrilled with the updated electronics. Also the drive system is a little frustrating at times. The handling is terrific - as it should be for a Porsche. The NAV system is the pitts! I can't understand why Porsche doesn't get a better vendor for that system.
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only one thing good
jeff, 12/21/2020
2020 Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8A)
16 of 19 people found this review helpful
I found only one thing I love about this Cayenne Hybrid, the driving on high way. fast and quiet, much better then my BMW and Volvo. Others like infotainment is horrible, rear kick close truck defect , once a while check engine light on., music control can't replay.
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issues with a great car
ronk, 07/03/2021
2019 Porsche Cayenne 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
have issues with the window trim.. had to be replaced, keep having seat belt chime even when buckled but dealer can't duplicate so no fix,,, and a valve in the fuel system flutters.. which sounds like a mini helecopter.. there is a tsb on it but no fix in site.. alot of issues for such an expensive vehicle
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Worst experience of my life
Nihar Ghate, 08/03/2020
2019 Porsche Cayenne Turbo 4dr SUV AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo 8A)
23 of 30 people found this review helpful
When you test drive the car you want make sure to be aware that Porsche considers many abnormal things to be normal. I am currently in arbitration about my vehicle. Custom order cayenne turbo. 165k for my vehicle and it sounds like jalopy when it comes to stop. Porsche considers themselves a drive experience like no other... they have that right. Buying the car was the best experience I ever had the following year has been horrible. Do your research and DO NOT get the PSCB brakes. Horrible! They claim to be better then PCCB but spend the extra money and you won’t have to deal with squealing stops. People don’t stare at you because you drive at 160k car they stare at you because the car makes endless high pitch squeals as it comes to a stop. Recommendation is to wait 5 years until they come out with something better or look elsewhere for a high performance SUV. I have multiple videos of this and picture of wiring harness coming loose on my brakes yet they claim this is normal.
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Don’t buy. Porsche no help. No appeal.
CC, 03/15/2021
2019 Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 8A)
15 of 19 people found this review helpful
Hybrid broke dow at 35,000. Porsche Cayenne hybrid couldn’t fix. Low ball offer to buy back. Awful experience. Surprised after owning 4 previous Porsche. No more. Be very careful.
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Mac G., 08/05/2019
2019 Porsche Cayenne 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
30 of 40 people found this review helpful
The brakes on my 2019 Porsche Cayenne overbearingly squeal at low speeds. My porsche dealer states the brakes on all 2019 Porsche Cayenne's squeal like mine and there is no fix for this issue. Not acceptable to have noisy brakes like this in a $90,000 + vehicle. Would never purchase another one!!!!
Porsche through and through.
LC, 11/05/2021
2019 Porsche Cayenne 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
Be aware of the build for the car as the option packages numerous and tricky to parse out the end result. As an SUV the base car gives exceptional performance and sedan like ride if you are looking for rocket like power go up to the S or GTS. Porsche has done a great job on this utilitarian vehicle.
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Year 5, time to replace?
Rockkitty, 06/09/2019
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2019 Porsche Cayenne Turbo 4dr SUV AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo 8A)
16 of 21 people found this review helpful
It has been just about five years now and slightly over 50,000 miles and the car has been trouble free with one exception. The battery went out and much to my surprise, a Cayenne battery is $3,000!!! Fortunately, my warranty covered it or that would had been disappointing. Other than that, bulletproof. I was thinking of updating the Cayenne but there is no real difference in the new models so I purchased a new 911S Cab instead and love it. Next up, I may trade the Cayenne in for a new hybrid or GTS model. Great car!!!
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2019 Cayenne Hybrid - energy and economy
Tom Danker, 10/08/2019
updated 04/19/2021
2019 Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric hybrid 8A)
18 of 24 people found this review helpful
I've owned my 2019 Cayenne Hybrid for about a month now. It's a dream to drive. The motor options of Sport and Sport plus mode makes it handle like a full time sports car. Electric and Hybrid modes make your fuel last and last. Lots of room for golf clubs and other camping gear. The air conditioned seats are the absolute best in the desert. Great combination. One issue that was not disclosed when I purchased it was that the Apple Car Play installed in this car, is a stripped down black market version of the real Apple Car Play. The Porsche designed Car Play software severely limits my ability to make phone calls. Such a stupid move on Porsches part to downgrade an otherwise very great car. I'm surprised Apple lets them put Apples name on it. One bug like this can make an otherwise great experience painful. Please have your dealer share ALL of the Apple Car Play features with you before you buy!
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unnecessary glitches
Bruce, 05/20/2023
2019 Porsche Cayenne 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
Purchased a used base model with a couple of packages and I am very pleased with the car generally. I have owned BMW and MERCEDES previously. Once underway the ride, handling, comfort are superb. Fit, finish and quality of materials is excellent. I really enjoy driving the car both on twisting back roads and on long cruising drives throughout the country. The first three gear changes from 0 mph up are normally terrible and choppy. The same applies as you back down from 25 mph to 0. You can feel the gear changes as well as the lurching and searching for the correct gear throughout the low speed experience. Idling is NOT as smooth as it should be for a 85/k to 95/k car for sure. The other major issue is air buffeting at higher speeds. Upon initial purchase I was lucky to find a Florida Porsche Dealership who repaired a loose exterior plastic A pillar trim piece which stopped the "flapping". The buffeting at high speeds has waned significantly yet when I open the drivers window it returns even at lower speeds. Annoying. Putting down the back window helps to minimize the issue. I've also had my gas tank replaced (a major job) because of the highly characteristic rattling issue at idle. My question: Have these extremely basic issues of shifting, wind buffeting, gas tank rattling been engineered out of the car on the newer 21,22,23 models? I have not experienced any of these issues in Mercedes, Toyota, or even Chevy !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! For the money, I could do better. Porsche owners should not be subjected to these basic issues.
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Amazingly fun to drive
Lonnie , 12/25/2021
2021 Porsche Cayenne 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
I have a 2021 base model Cayenne and This vehicle is unbelievable, it’s surprisingly fun to drive, I was pleasantly surprise how well it handles in all road condition, how quiet the interior is and the power and quickness. I came out of a 2016 BMW X6 and it’s not close to my Cayenne in all luxury and performance categories.
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Great SUV
HLB, 11/14/2019
updated 11/15/2022
2019 Porsche Cayenne 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
10 of 14 people found this review helpful
A bit bigger than a Macan, but drives like a Porsche and plenty of power. Mileage is better than EPA. I get about 23 overall. Fine interior and a good upgrade from a Macan.
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I drove a real Porsche!
Done with lexus., 08/25/2020
2020 Porsche Cayenne 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
10 of 15 people found this review helpful
I am 6'3" tall with disproportionately long legs -- brought my 6'5" tall son with. I was concerned about legroom since the specifications don't give driver's legroom. Not to worry plenty of space! Not a clunky SUV ride. Will probably buy one after my wife gets a chance to drive one.
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Definitely one of the best SUVs on the Road
2020 Cayenne (Base), 01/02/2021
2020 Porsche Cayenne 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
9 of 14 people found this review helpful
Bought my Cayenne in August of 2020. I have about 5000 miles on it now and it has been wonderful. No issues at all, and the build quality really is fantastic. It handles like a dream and even with the base engine it feels extremely quick. The transmission is amazingly fast and responsive. I only which I could go as fast as I want most of the time. I think the complaints about the fingerprints on the high gloss trim are overly dramatic as it is very easy to wipe off. My only complaint is that the start/stop system is very intrusive and you have to disable it each time you start the car. The apple CarPlay sometime has issues, however Porsche products are superior to other cars I have owned, especially when compared to BMW and Mercedes which have really gone downhill in my opinion. It should be noted that Porsche came in second in terms of luxury car reliability after Lexus. I may never own another brand of vehicle for the rest of my life.
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Best of the SUVs
Idoc73, 09/08/2022
2020 Porsche Cayenne 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Superb blend of performance and luxury. This car surpasses the other luxury SUVs in every way.
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Best SUV on the market, transmission lacking
Jimnational, 08/01/2022
2020 Porsche Cayenne 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
3 of 4 people found this review helpful
This is a beautiful well built SUV that’s arguably the best looking SUV on the market. The interior is well done, it’s quiet and it rides very smoothly yet it handles like a sports car in the twisties. The transmission is slow off launch unless you’re in sports mode, unless it’s turbo lag? Downshifts especially jerk the car as you come to a stop. Motor is fast enough above 1500 RPMs, but you really have to floor it hard while passing. If you can afford it go for the S model but this will satisfy most people.
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Great SUV
DTM, 04/29/2019
2019 Porsche Cayenne 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
7 of 12 people found this review helpful
Great performance and handling. Quiet and comfortable. The center display has a lot of information and can be a bit overwhelming, but with some time it gets easier to use.
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Cayene GTS, is Anazing !!
David , 06/13/2024
2021 Porsche Cayenne GTS 4dr SUV AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo 8A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
No dislikes, the start sound/ enhanced muffler system and sport modes are both fun and still an amazing luxury SUV!!
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Great SUV
RAP911, 01/19/2023
updated 07/28/2023
2021 Porsche Cayenne Turbo 4dr SUV AWD (4.0L 8cyl Turbo 8A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
Nothing to dislike, performs like a 911
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Great Family Car
Porsche on top, 06/20/2023
2021 Porsche Cayenne 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
1 of 2 people found this review helpful
It drives great but definitely better in sport mode. Its bigger rear trunk is great. Electronics are very nice and responsive. Overall a great car!
Love my red leather interior
Busy working mom, 01/12/2019
2019 Porsche Cayenne 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
6 of 30 people found this review helpful
Went Into dealership wanting to order the new hybrid ended up buying a beautiful new suv and love it
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I totaled my 2021 Cayenne due to its design change
JD, 04/14/2022
2021 Porsche Cayenne 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
4 of 21 people found this review helpful
The 2021 Cayenne took P off the gear shift, driving 30+ years with always push the gear shift forward to P to parking including my traded in 2014 Cayenne. My muscle memory kicked in after I turn off engine, caused car roll down my driveway to hit a tree
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Bobby, 07/07/2021
2021 Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8A)
1 of 6 people found this review helpful
The e hybrid is amazing
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love
mohammed bari, 10/01/2021
2021 Porsche Cayenne 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
1 of 6 people found this review helpful
drives great
Worth every dollar
John Thomas, 04/10/2020
2019 Porsche Cayenne 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
1 of 9 people found this review helpful
When you get behind the wheel you know you’re driving a Porsche. Before the test drive the sales representative told me that it Would performed my 2015. At first I did not believe him until I started up the beast and put it in drive. This car is offers nothing but class. It’s hard to believe but porsche does get better every year.
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Pristine Ride!
RickyT, 05/11/2024
2019 Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo gas/electric plug-in hybrid 8A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
2019 with just 30,000 miles, and looks like it probably did when it was new...inside and out. It's a beauty; drives smoothly and quietly. We've owned it for less than two weeks and just getting use to how everything works.
Switch to SUV from 750ix
Vleevan, 11/29/2023
2021 Porsche Cayenne 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
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Switch from 750 to a Porsche Cayenne CPO by Porsche therefore comes with a 4 years warranty with options last summer from Vancouver Porsche Center.. It's different in so many ways from a luxury Sedan to a luxury SUV. Getting in and out of a SUV is easier, visibility is great, power on a 3.0 liter is adequate. Options are more Cosmetics, red leather interior, twin pipe exhaust tips. Glass roof. I have put on almost 5k km so far, on mix way and city, fuel economy is within forecast, on high way, I have gotten as low as 10l/100km in the city 13.5l/100km. Comfort is good and not as soft as my previous 750ix. Which was loaded with all sorts of options. I do miss the Heads up indicators projected on the windshield. So far it's been great, went back to complaint about the jerky shift in gears especially gearing down, the dealer reset and re programmed the transmission and it shifts smoothly now and no further concerns. Waiting to see how this SUV handles in the Winter this year, it comes with the option 21 in rims and Pirelli all season(offset) size. It's about 70% left on the thread, been looking at tires replacements but election is limited for its size. May go with Continental DWS plus which was great on the 750ix. Wishing by the time I have to replace them some tire manufacturer will offer all Weather tires which is ideal in Vancouver.
My Every day Transport
Vic in Vancouver, 05/29/2024
2021 Porsche Cayenne 4dr SUV AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 8A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Owned it for 1+ years now, bought under Porsche Pre owned warranty @ 11,000km on the odo..good to 2027 Solid car, had gone for its first minor service, which is pricy >C$800.00 at Porsche dealer.. the next big service is estimated to be >C$2,800.00. If you can afford the upkeeps... it's a great car. Last mild winter in Vancouver, B.C. it had no issues plowing through snow and slushes in the back lanes, side streets or on the highway. Oddly there is NO Snow/icy settings for driving conditions. On Highway I get 10.5liter for 100km and city driving @. 13.5 L/100km. 21inch rims and tires OEM Pirelli tracks well on wet and dry roads.
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