Porsche Cayenne
Latest Model
2019 Model Redesign Year
A recent freshening brings interior updates inspired by the Taycan EV, including a curved display screen that houses Porsche's latest infotainment system.
Few SUVs can match the Cayenne when it comes to handling agility.
But the ride has an underlying firmness, and some bumps punch through.
With the base 3.0-liter turbo V6, acceleration is robust once on the fly, but the Cayenne exhibits some initial hesitation off the line and the rough engine stop/start feature undermines smoothness.
Interior fit and finish is top notch, and the seats are very comfortable and supportive.
A coupe body style and multiple plug-in hybrids are available with both six- and eight-cylinder engines paired with an electric motor.
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Base MSRP Range
$84,700 - $203,800
Destination Charge: $1995
Base MSRP Range
$84,700 - $203,800
Destination Charge: $1995
2025 Porsche Cayenne
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2025 Porsche Cayenne
Base MSRP
$84,700 - $203,800
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2019-Present
2019 Model Redesign Year
The redesigned Cayenne shares basic components with most of new Audi models and brings new infotainment and driving assistant systems with new connected technology based on cloud computing.
The Cayenne is a substantial luxury SUV that drives almost like a sports car.
Few SUVs can match it when it comes to handling agility.
It can be driven with gusto on winding roads.
But the ride has an underlying firmness and some jolts come through.
With the base 3.0-liter V6 turbo, acceleration is robust once on the fly but the Cayenne exhibits some initial hesitation off the line and the rough engine stop/start feature undermines smoothness.
2024 Porsche Cayenne
Retail Price
$73,325 - $168,600
EPA MPG
19
mpg
Reliability Verdict
Owner Satisfaction
2023 Porsche Cayenne
Retail Price
$57,725 - $149,350
EPA MPG
19
mpg
Reliability Verdict
Owner Satisfaction
2022 Porsche Cayenne
Retail Price
$48,550 - $133,300
EPA MPG
21
mpg
Reliability Verdict
Owner Satisfaction
2021 Porsche Cayenne
Retail Price
$37,500 - $84,875
EPA MPG
21
mpg
Reliability Verdict
Owner Satisfaction
2020 Porsche Cayenne
Retail Price
$29,025 - $77,200
EPA MPG
21
mpg
Reliability Verdict
Owner Satisfaction
2019 Porsche Cayenne
Retail Price
$25,250 - $48,500
EPA MPG
21
mpg
Reliability Verdict
Owner Satisfaction
2011-2018
2011 Model Redesign Year
A comprehensive 2011 redesign made the Cayenne one of the sportiest, most agile SUVs on the market.
Available in V6, V8, turbo V8, and hybrid versions, all have a slick eight-speed automatic transmission.
A turbodiesel V6 arrived for 2013.
Be apprised though, the diesel came under scrutiny in 2016 for alleged cheating on emissions testing, make sure it passes smog before you buy.
The ride is a bit stiff at low speeds, but steady and controlled as you pick up the pace.
The cabin is well finished, but many controls are over-complicated.
2018 Porsche Cayenne
Retail Price
$18,450 - $56,100
EPA MPG
19
mpg
Reliability Verdict
Owner Satisfaction
2017 Porsche Cayenne
Retail Price
$16,975 - $45,875
EPA MPG
19
mpg
Reliability Verdict
Owner Satisfaction
2016 Porsche Cayenne
Retail Price
$13,350 - $33,250
EPA MPG
19
mpg
Reliability Verdict
Owner Satisfaction
2015 Porsche Cayenne
Retail Price
$11,475 - $19,975
EPA MPG
19
mpg
Reliability Verdict
Owner Satisfaction
2014 Porsche Cayenne
Retail Price
$9,825 - $17,700
EPA MPG
19
mpg
Reliability Verdict
Owner Satisfaction
2013 Porsche Cayenne
Retail Price
$9,050 - $15,175
EPA MPG
19
mpg
Reliability Verdict
Owner Satisfaction
2012 Porsche Cayenne
Retail Price
$8,375 - $13,350
EPA MPG
19
mpg
Reliability Verdict
Owner Satisfaction
2011 Porsche Cayenne
Retail Price
$7,800 - $12,025
EPA MPG
19
mpg
Reliability Verdict
Owner Satisfaction
2008-2010
2008 Model Redesign Year
Modest styling changes arrived for 2008.
Over the road dynamics continue to be among the best in the category, with outstanding steering, handling and braking.
The ride is controlled, but very stiff.
The complicated nature of the controls might be off-putting for some, but the Cayenne comes across just as luxurious as it is capable.
Off road capability is enhanced by low range, center- and rear-differential locks.
The body can also be raised to improve ground clearance.
2010 Porsche Cayenne
Retail Price
$7,150 - $10,850
EPA MPG
15
mpg
Reliability Verdict
Owner Satisfaction
2009 Porsche Cayenne
Retail Price
$7,025 - $10,475
EPA MPG
15
mpg
Reliability Verdict
Owner Satisfaction
2008 Porsche Cayenne
Retail Price
$6,500 - $8,950
EPA MPG
15
mpg
Reliability Verdict
Owner Satisfaction
2003-2007
2003 Model Redesign Year
Porsche's luxury, midsized SUV offers V6 and V8 engines.
Low-range gearing and advanced electronics support strong off-road capability.
The S and Turbo models are very fast; the Turbo S has even more power.
Some controls are overly complicated.
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