For The Cayenne handles brilliantly, it’s impressively refined and performance is sensational. The cabin looks and feels very classy and there’s plenty of space for five.
Against It might be practical for a Porsche, but some rivals can seat more people. The low-speed ride is unsettled and it’s expensive to buy and run.
What Car? says
A car that appeals to the heart rather than the head. Premium 4x4s don’t come any sportier, but you’ll need very deep pockets.
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There are 5 Porsche Cayenne versions available
Buyer's notes
Target Price team says:
The basic Cayenne has a 3.6-litre V6 petrol engine and the range-topper a turbocharged 4.8-litre V8. However, the engines between these extremes are most appealing.
If performance is your priority, the V8 S is your best bet: it feels almost as quick as the Turbo in real-world driving, yet is massively cheaper.
However, if you can’t stomach the high fuel bills, two other options are cheaper to run and far from slow. The diesel is the most frugal Cayenne, averaging 38.2mpg. Alternatively, if you feel a Porsche should have a petrol engine, there’s the Hybrid S, which combines a supercharged 3.0-litre V6 with an electric motor. It can run solely on electric power around town and when you lift off the throttle at speed, helping it return 34.4mpg.
Those who want to can collect their car from Germany, with a tour of the company’s museum thrown in. What’s more, anyone who buys a Cayenne is eligible for a course at the Porsche Experience Centre at Silverstone.
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