Porsche Cayenne

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The Car Guide rating 3.5/5 75% Detailed ratings

Price $89,800 – $218,300 Payments

Fuel consumption 10.2 – 15.7 L/100km

While the Boxster saved Porsche, the Cayenne luxury SUV is the one that caused sales to explode. The third generation benefits from various design tweaks and updated content for 2024. There are seven models to choose from, starting with the base Cayenne (turbocharged V6, 349 horsepower) and going all the way up to the Cayenne Turbo GT (turbocharged V8, 650 horsepower). Don’t forget about the three plug-in hybrids. A sportier Cayenne Coupe is also available.

The Car Guide rating 75%

Pros

Timeless look
Power and smoothness of the V8 engine
The right balance between sportiness, comfort and luxury

Cons

Low electric range (rechargeable hybrid)
High cost of options
High maintenance bill

Global rating

Fuel economy	7/10
Reliability	7/10
Safety	7/10
Infotainment	7/10
Driving	8/10
Overall	7/10

Mid-size luxury SUVs

Fuel economy	7/10
Reliability	7/10
Safety	8/10
Infotainment	7/10
Driving	8/10
Overall	7/10

What's new in 2024

Aesthetic touches, enhanced standard equipment, more powerful engines. Range simplification. Cayenne S with V8 engine.

Competitors

Recalls

Fuel System
September 23, 2025
Suspension
July 17, 2024
Lights And Instruments
July 2, 2024
Lights And Instruments
June 14, 2024
Accessories
December 13, 2023
Lights And Instruments
July 31, 2023