2003 Porsche Cayenne S review from North America
"Carrera SUV with a few faults"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
First of all; this is not my car, it belongs to a member of my immediate family (parent):
- Had a bad experience with the dealer; they did not get me the car I originally ordered. When they said they could get us a Turbo, it never showed up.
- No instruction manual (car came w/o it, though 100% of other Cayenne S's did) for the PCM/Navigation.
- Car lurches from a halt.
- No head support in the seats.
General comments?
Those couple of things don't make me believe this is not a great car. It is very fun to drive and handles superbly.
One thing I am not fond of is the way to use the heated seats. In our Carrera 4, you see a light come on signaling they are working. In our Cayenne, it's just a roller. No indication whatsoever they work right till you feel them. Annoying.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | Flat 6 Manual |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 4/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 640 miles |
| Previous car | Porsche 911 |
| Date of Entry | 1st July, 2003 |