I have a 2014 base with 160k plus on the clock. Runs great, daily driver always in sport mode. Still a lot of fun to drive and still turns heads. Dealer maintained at about $5k per year average. 10k oil change interval at about $200 per. Very happy, is worth it for me.
@@vandshome My estimate gas tires and similar consumables. I have to admit that I didn't keep accurate records. I will think about doing that for my new 2022 S delivered in late March.
I have a Porsche cayenne 2016 with the premium package as well and I’m beyond obssesed , it handles itself so great & you can’t even feel the speed, it’s unbelievable! I love it so much and it is very reliable 😃.
Exactly lol you can’t even feel speed, I just bought it and got pull over lol , officer was so nice , I told him I know it was my fault , this car so smooth and fast even you don’t feel speed, he let me go this time, because of my honesty and I will be more careful.
Absolutely one of the best TH-cam videos I've seen on the Porsche Cayenne!!! You speak in layperson terms, and I appreciate how you differentiate the era when this SUV was first released from today's times. Being in the military and stationed overseas for many years, including in Europe, I have firsthand experience with Porsche and have always been impressed with it. I was looking for a 2016 Cayenne S, for just the reason you stated in the video (depreciation/lower cost). The Cayenne S models I located all had over 110K on them. Then I found this black-on-black base Cayenne with shifters, a panoramic roof, immaculately cared for, new tires, fluids/spark plug change, an extensive maintenance history for just 60K miles, and Porsche-certified. Yes, it is a base model, but it does come with quite an array of standard features. It was a steal-of-a-price, and I absolutely love it. I have received many compliments on its appearance, which still holds its own. I'm not the young man needing to win every race nowadays, but I appreciate a well-built machine that will comfortably get to the finish line (if well-maintained). I have several fully loaded Infiniti models, which are newer and full of technology, but this Cayenne feels and handles much better, even with the sacrifice of a powerplant that produces less HP. I didn't have good experience long-term with Mercedes, and it did not hold up over time. Still, this Porsche is solid, and I'm very content to have it at a portion of the original cost. Thanks again for taking the time to produce this quality review! Yup, I gladly gave you an upvote and subscribed. :)
Thanks for checking this episode out, and we're glad to have earned you as a new subscriber! We love doing these videos where we get to revisit slightly older vehicles as they're hitting that sweet spot of affordability. We're hoping to do more of that this year!
I had a 2011 Cayenne S. Traded it at 120k miles. NEVER had an issue. EVER. Most reliable vehicle i ever had. Now i have a 2017 Cayenne Platinum. I'm not worried a bit.
Glad to hear it! These seem to be a lot more reliable than the first generation, and clearly there's a lot of interest in it since this video has exploded in views over the past few months.
I literally just bought my 2015 Cayenne sport today in white. Drives like a dream! It has 72,000 miles on it. You can even have the air conditioner blow through the seats!
I just bought a 2016 Cayenne V6 with around 114K miles. I was looking for a daily driver but have been surprised at the performance of this vehicle. Can certainly tell the difference between this and a BMW or a Benz. The quality is beyond obvious.
These are awesome buys in the used market, and we've had a huge increase in traffic on this episode, seems like a lot of people are looking at these right now. I enjoyed my week with it!
I'm looking to buy the same car, 3.6 v6 (300 hp) Cayenne 2016 with GTS body kit (from factory) Not sure if I'm doing the right decision between X5 or Range Rover (same year) My main concern is maintenance cost. I'm buying that car 28k € in Europe. The car has 75k miles on it and looks new. Note: If maintenance is around 1k per year including oil change I'm definitely down for it.
I got the S model (2015) last year and I totally love it! It’s very true what you said, the value for money is incredible, reliable sporty and a workhorse I even may say! Thanks
Thanks for sharing! We've had a lot of views on this recently, it seems to have hit that sweet spot where people are starting to pick these up in the used market. Enjoy yours!
I used to own a white one in 2016 and kept it for 4 years but sold it for personal reasons, I'm not sure if I will afford one in the future, but truely miss the days with her. Super realiable and comfortable, I drove it to cities like NYC, Chicago, Toronto and as far as Ottawa, Canada. Its such a great pal for road trips not only its driving experience but fuel economy, a full tank of gas will get you 500 miles free way...Things never break down even with lots of miles put on, the only thing I need to repair are tires... Always always recommend friends and people this vehicle.
I hear a lot of controversy over reliability and maintenance since it’s a Porsche. I really want a 2nd Gen (11-18) cayenne but I’m scared of repair costs or breaking down. I drive a lot and I’d wanna maybe use it on more than just some easy highways. Could you describe more on how you treated the car that got you good reliability? Or how you think mine would hold up?
@@ariahs9428 Yes, try to find 17 or later models cuz it has carplay. My friend had a 12 model and I didn't like its steeling, buttons started to wearing off and hard to press. I lived in northern Michigan, the center screen only broked once due to extreme low temperature, then the next day it's ok. Repairs can be costly, I rear ended a CRV on a snowy night, half of its trunk recessed but my cayenne only got few plastic grills apart. I still need a new bumper anyway cost over 3k(1.5 on for the parts). Yes repairs can be a pain in the ass but definitely great quality. If the road condition in your area is bad I recommend smaller wheels(18'or 19'), admitted that 21' was cool but fragile. A single 21' performance tire can be $600. Service the vehicle on time and ask them to check all engine, transmissions, breaks anything that related to safty.
I’m glad to hear that yours is working out well for you. I’ve always been worried about the overall reliability of these, but it seems these are pretty decent overall.
I recall back in the day when my boss (one of my bosses I should say) got the 2004 V8 (S) & I had the pleasure of having to take it in for service, all I can remember (besides it always going into the shop for something) was how powerful & tight it felt, I was really impressed with it's performance! Great review & that puppy you were sportn' is awesome even though it's got a VW V6 engine. Gotta love the pano- roof & the seats look very supportive & comfy! My only complaint is all them switches (and of course as you mentioned the tiny infotainment screen)!...CHEERS!
Thanks for sharing! 2004 was the model year I first drove also. I don't think I'd want to buy one of those today, but I'd definitely want to try one out again just for nostalgia sake.
I have 2 x cayenne S 4.2 liter V8 biturbodiesels, both are from 2014 and are super reliable. I have them 3 years now. No major costs till this day. And i do a lot of km. Both do about 28-30mpg in variable driving situation
You can scoop one of these up for mid to high $30ks USD. Not a bad deal. However, even though it’s a Porsche, I still would’ve opted for the mid grade engine the “S”, to get 420 hp. Great video Nile!
I hear ya, I think that’s the engine most people ultimately went with. I was surprised how many newer Cayenne and Macans I saw out here during my week with this, and pretty much all of them were the ‘S’.
The engine in the S/GTS is an absolute beast and not that anybody buying it really cares but its surprisingly good on gas. This turbo V6 is also reliable and easier to work on than the older V8’s.
I have a couple of Porches, Subarus and a new BMW X6 M50 D. I’m on my second Cayenne Diesel Platinum and I drive it the most by far. Love it and will buy another one for sure. Maintain them at the right intervals and they will last forever. When buying make sure it has a full service history and avoid anything with the air suspension. Other than that it will be the best car you’ve ever owned.
I have a 2015 base model diesel and could not agree more with your video. Mine has 130,000 km and it looks almost brand new. Not one squeak or rattle. The engine is a perfect mix of performance and economy. The infotainment is starting to date a little though.
I’m looking to buy a 2015 cayenne diesel! You’ve had no problems? How is the acceleration? I only got to test drive one for a short period on the streets without really getting a feel for the engine. I feel like it’d be fast if pushed but wasn’t sure. How base model is yours btw? I’m debating some features and if they’ll be worth it . Would love to hear more about your ownership experience
@@prabeeshsidhu go for the Diesel. Almost 580 newton/m torque at 2,500rpm you will enjoy it. It definitely push harder than the 3,6 engine due to the turbo. Fuel economy is awesome ! Reliable and robust. I couldn’t be happier
I tell ya one thing, I love the 3.6L VR6 in my 08 Passat 4Motion wagon thats for sure... it can be reasonable on fuel if you can manage to hypermile some which isn't easy because that engine sounds sooo good when you drive it hard.
I think doing a lot more highway driving would have been good for me, unfortunately I end up doing a lot of in-town stuff now. The plug-in would be great!
I have 2016 Cayenne Diesel with 77K miles , car is tight as a drum, still smells and feels new after 8 years , it is better built than my 2015 MB S550 … I’m honestly surprised by this car , it is a fantastic vehicle
Glad to hear it! There is a unique Porsche smell to these cars, it's like fine cigars. I enjoyed the week I had this, and we've heard from a lot of happy owners over the years. Enjoy yours!
Careful with the diesel engine I had one 2014 for almost 4 years and the carbon build up just made it a terrible experience for me I ended up trading it in...now looking for a none diesel model lol
The two things that make a Cayenne such a good choice for me are that A, my aunt has had them my whole life and so my dad and I have done a lot of the general repair work for her and because of that I'm comfortable doing all the general maintenance myself. And B, arguably more important, I live in LA and my family has driven german cars since 1952, volkswagens, bmw's, audi's, porche's. This means that our favorite family mechanic is naturally a german specialist and as such any more intensive repairs the car may need, ie those I have neither the skill nor patience to perform, will be easily seen to.
Here I am 2 years after this video came out. Looking to get one myself. 2017 cayenne S with gts kit from manufacturer. 120k miles. $18,000.00 usd. Scared of the reliability though. Gotta feel good knowing I own a Porsche’ though. 🤣
Enjoy it! We've had a lot of views on this video recently, lots of others have been looking at picking up one of these in the used market. Hope it works out well for you!
I had a friend buy one of these new. She’s exactly who you’d expect to own one, successful woman lol. The steering although direct is super dumb, but that’s all cars now a days. Just would’ve like more feed back like their sports cars. The Cayenne is great for road trips, super comfortable for all the passengers. They’re great but I’d certainly worry about out of warranty repairs
Very interesting vehicle, I am scared of getting a used Porsche because of maintenance costs. At least get an extended warranty. I also go for base V8.
@@vandshome also all shops charge 100%+ markup for parts. Source your own parts online and pay a pro to install. But if one is too ignorant to do some work on their own then they’re too rich or too dumb.
I'm looking to buy the same car, 3.6 v6 (300 hp) Cayenne 2016 with GTS body kit (from factory) Not sure if I'm doing the right decision between X5 or Range Rover (same year) My main concern is maintenance cost. I'm buying that car 28k € in Europe. The car has 75k miles on it and looks new. Note: If maintenance is around 1k per year including oil change I'm definitely down for it.
You'd likely be better off with the Porsche, the Range Rover will definitely explode, and the X5 would be ok but I'm sure it would need more work than the Cayenne.
Glad you liked it, we've had a lot of interest in this car over the past few months, seems like it's right in the sweet spot of when people want to pick them up in the used market.
If you do a lot of highway driving the diesel will be the most economical in terms of fuel efficiency. However it depends on the price of diesel versus gas wherever you are. For example regular fuel here in Ontario is about $1.32/L, whereas diesel is about $2.04/L. I would have bought a diesel about 4 years ago, but not anymore due to the cost of fuel.
I mean, reliable as any other 9 year old Porsche will be. It'll cost more to service this vehicle than even the Audi or VW equivalent, so you need to budget in for that.
V6 is the best engine in these - from a reliability perspective. Its the mentality of an immature lad without the means to purchase a Cayenne that will whine about the V6
Warranties are always good as long as you understand what is and isn't covered. We've had a huge surge of people watching this video over the past 6 months, it seems a lot of people are looking at these Cayenne's in today's market. We've heard from a lot of recent buyers who love them, and appreciate our review of a used one. Hope you find one that works out for you !
Does the base engine provide enough power? I feel like it wouldn’t be the quickest to overtake or speed up on the highway. I’m debating if the S engine with 420hp is worth the fuel mileage. I think the diesel is the best of both worlds but the hardest to find in the used market!
I didn't have any issues getting onto the highway or passing slower traffic, I'd probably go with the S though, I just finished filming a 2018 Macan S and the difference in the engine to weight ratio performance was noticeable.
@@gilgonzalez5902 I would be going for the S if I do buy the petrol version. I still am looking for a diesel. Do you know anything about the reliability of the cayenne s ?
@@prabeeshsidhu the Cayenne S is very reliable as long as it is properly maintained. It also helps that since its a 6 cylinder now its also cheaper and easier to work on since there is a bit more space in the engine bay. The diesel engine will give you only slightly better fuel mileage but you will completely miss out on the true performance Porsche experience so at that point as far as im concerned you can save the money and buy something much cheaper.
I have a 2016 base and yes it drives great but always little problems that end up costing thousands and if you’re thinking of buying one get the highest trim possible it really is slow
I guarantee if backup cameras hadn't been legally mandated as standard tech, the luxury brands like Porsche would still be charing customers for it today.
Drove a 2016 today base model .. and when it's on parking or red light feels this little vibration like in the bottom back of the seats.. is it normal ..? No lights for engine
I’m seeing conflicting info online does anyone know what the towing capacity is for this exact year and spec? Is it really 7,700lbs in the non turbo? Wow.
Unfortunately I can’t say for certain, typically I find that towing ratings are slightly higher for European-spec vehicles versus US/North American ones.
Porsche is Porsche don't thing is hard to have ...my comments is to buy and you will see if it's ok for your life or not ...more people drive bike and dream Porsche Cayenne to have ....have nice day 👏👍
I bought one in 2004 it was junk, I bought another one, 20k miles, several problems. I usually just park it and drive my Tahoe. I can’t figure out most of the buttons
It does have sports-car like handling. Early reviews of the first Cayenne said it had the characteristics of their cars. Porsche was really the first exotic to go SUV, now we've got Lambos, Jags, Alfas, Bentleys, and Rolls Royces. Porsche was ahead of the game.
I was looking for problems online for these, most of the time I ended up on forums complaining about 2011s or some of the first generations. If we think about the Jag I drove with less than 1/3rd of the mileage it had quite a few problems. This one was/is seriously clean.
@@PRNTestDrive these are notorious for bad transfer cases. Because if this tho, Porsche has a extended warranty for 7 year unlimited mileage free transfer case replacement. Just keep that in mind when purchasing. I only know cuz I had to replace mine
I'd recommend checking out specific Porsche owner forums or even facebook groups, we've had a lot of activity on this video over the past year, seems a lot of people are looking at these in the used market and for the most part we've had nothing buy positive feedback from new owners.
0:42 do I have one? I have several new Porsche cars but this was a very demeaning comment to viewers. Just because someone has one or not doesn’t mean you are better or not.
Not reliable at all. Cayenne gts 2016. 9000 for transfer case if out of warranty. 6000 for valve cover gasket leak. 500 plus for oil change every year. Window switches and louvre on vent broken and I take care of my vehicles. Yes it drives amazing but you also need spark plugs every 40000km and each tire is 800 dollars for my 21’s. Brake job easy 2000 to 3000 dollars. Too many automotive journalists are clueless when it comes to reliability. I wish i never sold my Lexus Gx. Of course it half price of new when you have to spend an arm and a leg to keep it on the road in good condition! Regardless of how good the vehicle is you will not be happy if you care about value for your money!
9000 for a transfer case. Also every single Cayenne 958 and 958.2 will have this issue if driven long enough and in the right conditions( rain etc. ). It is a known design flaw that Porsche will only fix if it breaks. It starts with a skipping feeling in reverse and then progresses to a weird feeling between 2nd and 3rd gear while turning. I believe only the diesel is the only model not affected.
I mean you can always not save that $200. If you're planning to buy a car from them you might as well get as much of a deal as you can, but what do I know.
LOL - OK. So I have an option to trade my 2015 Jaguar F-Type S for a 2016 Cayenne. So the whole mystique is something I am already aware of - having complements shouted across cars at red lights & so on. I have a sports car. But for a daily driver, it gets a bit old to have a 180mph car driving city streets and having sky high bills - and it won't tow or run dirt roads. so I do like the Cayenne. But to me it's not an emotional choice so much as a practical one. I'm about ready for early retirement, a travel trailer would be nice with the right tow vehicle and this could be it. Thx for the warning about model years :) The only sad thing, there is no car in the world, with an exhaust sound as good as a Jaguar F-Type - I will miss this, when it goes - th-cam.com/video/_J1m3oOqtqc/w-d-xo.html
I've got a 958.2 Cayenne S and its the most unreliable car I ever had. I've daily drove and redlined my past cars like a BMW I6 or a Mercedes V8. I've beaten on those other brands for years and they haven't broke. I did hear that the 4.0 TT are much more reliable. The TT V6 power is nice but I may never purchase another one again.
@@prabeeshsidhu Engine stuttering, boost leak, sometimes misfires, window stops working. I mean it’s normal things but there’s a problem every 1-2 months. Not drivable rn. Otherwise aside from problems, it just gets vandalized.
@@PRNTestDrive It is, although it does give you props wherever you pull up but the thing siphons fuel like there’s no tomorrow. Not that much of a fun vehicle to drive either. Its feels like it’s trying to be something that’s it’s not. At the same time it ain’t a bad vehicle driving dynamics wise.
You’ll be spending a few grand a year on preventative maintenance, if you go with one of these entry-trims there’s less to break so less overall costs. We’ve had an influx of views on this Cayenne over the last 6 months, people are really interested in them right now. Seems like it’s a great choice.
I have a 2014 base with 160k plus on the clock. Runs great, daily driver always in sport mode. Still a lot of fun to drive and still turns heads. Dealer maintained at about $5k per year average. 10k oil change interval at about $200 per. Very happy, is worth it for me.
Sounds like it’s working out well for you, enjoy it! $5k a year for maintenance isn’t bad at all, good to know.
Why $5000
@@vandshome My estimate gas tires and similar consumables. I have to admit that I didn't keep accurate records. I will think about doing that for my new 2022 S delivered in late March.
$5k a year is nuts lol. Gotta pay to play I guess. I’ve put maybe $2k into my G37 in 6 years.
$5000 a year sounds ridiculous. You’re paying literally $400 a month in maintenance? I was looking to get a 2015 but not if it costs that much
I have a Porsche cayenne 2016 with the premium package as well and I’m beyond obssesed , it handles itself so great & you can’t even feel the speed, it’s unbelievable! I love it so much and it is very reliable 😃.
Exactly lol you can’t even feel speed, I just bought it and got pull over lol , officer was so nice , I told him I know it was my fault , this car so smooth and fast even you don’t feel speed, he let me go this time, because of my honesty and I will be more careful.
V Versions gg😅 jj
How's the 2016 cayenne now?? Still reliable or no?
@@StickNclutch Super reliable.. I service it at the delearship and I feel like that really helps too.
Glad to hear it!
Absolutely one of the best TH-cam videos I've seen on the Porsche Cayenne!!! You speak in layperson terms, and I appreciate how you differentiate the era when this SUV was first released from today's times. Being in the military and stationed overseas for many years, including in Europe, I have firsthand experience with Porsche and have always been impressed with it. I was looking for a 2016 Cayenne S, for just the reason you stated in the video (depreciation/lower cost). The Cayenne S models I located all had over 110K on them. Then I found this black-on-black base Cayenne with shifters, a panoramic roof, immaculately cared for, new tires, fluids/spark plug change, an extensive maintenance history for just 60K miles, and Porsche-certified. Yes, it is a base model, but it does come with quite an array of standard features. It was a steal-of-a-price, and I absolutely love it. I have received many compliments on its appearance, which still holds its own. I'm not the young man needing to win every race nowadays, but I appreciate a well-built machine that will comfortably get to the finish line (if well-maintained). I have several fully loaded Infiniti models, which are newer and full of technology, but this Cayenne feels and handles much better, even with the sacrifice of a powerplant that produces less HP. I didn't have good experience long-term with Mercedes, and it did not hold up over time. Still, this Porsche is solid, and I'm very content to have it at a portion of the original cost. Thanks again for taking the time to produce this quality review! Yup, I gladly gave you an upvote and subscribed. :)
Thanks for checking this episode out, and we're glad to have earned you as a new subscriber! We love doing these videos where we get to revisit slightly older vehicles as they're hitting that sweet spot of affordability. We're hoping to do more of that this year!
I had a 2011 Cayenne S. Traded it at 120k miles. NEVER had an issue. EVER. Most reliable vehicle i ever had. Now i have a 2017 Cayenne Platinum. I'm not worried a bit.
Glad to hear it! These seem to be a lot more reliable than the first generation, and clearly there's a lot of interest in it since this video has exploded in views over the past few months.
I literally just bought my 2015 Cayenne sport today in white. Drives like a dream! It has 72,000 miles on it. You can even have the air conditioner blow through the seats!
Glad to hear it!
I just bought a 2016 Cayenne V6 with around 114K miles. I was looking for a daily driver but have been surprised at the performance of this vehicle. Can certainly tell the difference between this and a BMW or a Benz. The quality is beyond obvious.
These are awesome buys in the used market, and we've had a huge increase in traffic on this episode, seems like a lot of people are looking at these right now. I enjoyed my week with it!
How is you’re car now I’m looking to get one especially maintenance how is that looking
@@Playerone3 Only issue I have had was replacing a headlight. A branch hit it. Other than that, smooth as a baby’s bottom.
I'm looking to buy the same car, 3.6 v6 (300 hp) Cayenne 2016 with GTS body kit (from factory) Not sure if I'm doing the right decision between X5 or Range Rover (same year)
My main concern is maintenance cost. I'm buying that car 28k € in Europe. The car has 75k miles on it and looks new.
Note: If maintenance is around 1k per year including oil change I'm definitely down for it.
About to get a used 2017 Porsche " S " today , this has always been my dream car
Awesome, hope it works out for you!
This review was fantastic and exactly what I was looking for. Good job
Glad it was helpful!
I got the S model (2015) last year and I totally love it! It’s very true what you said, the value for money is incredible, reliable sporty and a workhorse I even may say! Thanks
Thanks for sharing! We've had a lot of views on this recently, it seems to have hit that sweet spot where people are starting to pick these up in the used market. Enjoy yours!
I used to own a white one in 2016 and kept it for 4 years but sold it for personal reasons, I'm not sure if I will afford one in the future, but truely miss the days with her. Super realiable and comfortable, I drove it to cities like NYC, Chicago, Toronto and as far as Ottawa, Canada. Its such a great pal for road trips not only its driving experience but fuel economy, a full tank of gas will get you 500 miles free way...Things never break down even with lots of miles put on, the only thing I need to repair are tires... Always always recommend friends and people this vehicle.
I hear a lot of controversy over reliability and maintenance since it’s a Porsche. I really want a 2nd Gen (11-18) cayenne but I’m scared of repair costs or breaking down. I drive a lot and I’d wanna maybe use it on more than just some easy highways. Could you describe more on how you treated the car that got you good reliability? Or how you think mine would hold up?
@@ariahs9428 Yes, try to find 17 or later models cuz it has carplay. My friend had a 12 model and I didn't like its steeling, buttons started to wearing off and hard to press. I lived in northern Michigan, the center screen only broked once due to extreme low temperature, then the next day it's ok. Repairs can be costly, I rear ended a CRV on a snowy night, half of its trunk recessed but my cayenne only got few plastic grills apart. I still need a new bumper anyway cost over 3k(1.5 on for the parts). Yes repairs can be a pain in the ass but definitely great quality. If the road condition in your area is bad I recommend smaller wheels(18'or 19'), admitted that 21' was cool but fragile. A single 21' performance tire can be $600. Service the vehicle on time and ask them to check all engine, transmissions, breaks anything that related to safty.
I’m glad to hear that yours is working out well for you. I’ve always been worried about the overall reliability of these, but it seems these are pretty decent overall.
I recall back in the day when my boss (one of my bosses I should say) got the 2004 V8 (S) & I had the pleasure of having to take it in for service, all I can remember (besides it always going into the shop for something) was how powerful & tight it felt, I was really impressed with it's performance! Great review & that puppy you were sportn' is awesome even though it's got a VW V6 engine. Gotta love the pano- roof & the seats look very supportive & comfy! My only complaint is all them switches (and of course as you mentioned the tiny infotainment screen)!...CHEERS!
Thanks for sharing! 2004 was the model year I first drove also. I don't think I'd want to buy one of those today, but I'd definitely want to try one out again just for nostalgia sake.
I love the Cayenne. The color is striking.
So do I! Definitely liked the colour on this one.
Down to earth precise and honest review! Thanks!!! BTW, I just bought one yesterday 2016. Now I can say…. well, you know…😊
Great to hear, enjoy it!
How does it feel to drive? In your opinion is it worth it and reliable so far?
Love the subtle Borat "very nice"
Very nice!
I have 2 x cayenne S 4.2 liter V8 biturbodiesels, both are from 2014 and are super reliable. I have them 3 years now. No major costs till this day. And i do a lot of km. Both do about 28-30mpg in variable driving situation
Glad to hear it! Always good to hear from a current owner of these vehicles to talk about how they are to live with. Thanks for sharing!
You can scoop one of these up for mid to high $30ks USD. Not a bad deal. However, even though it’s a Porsche, I still would’ve opted for the mid grade engine the “S”, to get 420 hp. Great video Nile!
I hear ya, I think that’s the engine most people ultimately went with. I was surprised how many newer Cayenne and Macans I saw out here during my week with this, and pretty much all of them were the ‘S’.
The engine in the S/GTS is an absolute beast and not that anybody buying it really cares but its surprisingly good on gas. This turbo V6 is also reliable and easier to work on than the older V8’s.
I can't never find a video that compares the base and the S exhaust sound. But this review was super helpful
Hope it helped a bit!
I have a couple of Porches, Subarus and a new BMW X6 M50 D. I’m on my second Cayenne Diesel Platinum and I drive it the most by far. Love it and will buy another one for sure. Maintain them at the right intervals and they will last forever. When buying make sure it has a full service history and avoid anything with the air suspension. Other than that it will be the best car you’ve ever owned.
Thanks for sharing!
I have a 2015 base model diesel and could not agree more with your video. Mine has 130,000 km and it looks almost brand new. Not one squeak or rattle. The engine is a perfect mix of performance and economy. The infotainment is starting to date a little though.
Glad to hear it, enjoy it!
I’m looking to buy a 2015 cayenne diesel! You’ve had no problems? How is the acceleration? I only got to test drive one for a short period on the streets without really getting a feel for the engine. I feel like it’d be fast if pushed but wasn’t sure. How base model is yours btw? I’m debating some features and if they’ll be worth it . Would love to hear more about your ownership experience
@@prabeeshsidhu go for the Diesel. Almost 580 newton/m torque at 2,500rpm you will enjoy it. It definitely push harder than the 3,6 engine due to the turbo. Fuel economy is awesome ! Reliable and robust. I couldn’t be happier
I tell ya one thing, I love the 3.6L VR6 in my 08 Passat 4Motion wagon thats for sure... it can be reasonable on fuel if you can manage to hypermile some which isn't easy because that engine sounds sooo good when you drive it hard.
I think doing a lot more highway driving would have been good for me, unfortunately I end up doing a lot of in-town stuff now. The plug-in would be great!
I have 2016 Cayenne Diesel with 77K miles , car is tight as a drum, still smells and feels new after 8 years , it is better built than my 2015 MB S550 … I’m honestly surprised by this car , it is a fantastic vehicle
Glad to hear it! There is a unique Porsche smell to these cars, it's like fine cigars. I enjoyed the week I had this, and we've heard from a lot of happy owners over the years. Enjoy yours!
Careful with the diesel engine I had one 2014 for almost 4 years and the carbon build up just made it a terrible experience for me I ended up trading it in...now looking for a none diesel model lol
The two things that make a Cayenne such a good choice for me are that A, my aunt has had them my whole life and so my dad and I have done a lot of the general repair work for her and because of that I'm comfortable doing all the general maintenance myself. And B, arguably more important, I live in LA and my family has driven german cars since 1952, volkswagens, bmw's, audi's, porche's. This means that our favorite family mechanic is naturally a german specialist and as such any more intensive repairs the car may need, ie those I have neither the skill nor patience to perform, will be easily seen to.
Thanks for sharing!
This is one of the best car reviews I’ve ever seen on TH-cam
Glad you think so, thanks!
I hope I watched this video when this was available … great review and advice!
I believe it ended up selling, all the vehicles we've featured end up selling pretty quickly, the extra exposure helps!
Bro.. you must be a Speed King because when you hit it, that Porsche responded immediately ..that's fast enough for me😂😂😂😂
Fair enough!
Here I am 2 years after this video came out. Looking to get one myself. 2017 cayenne S with gts kit from manufacturer. 120k miles. $18,000.00 usd. Scared of the reliability though. Gotta feel good knowing I own a Porsche’ though. 🤣
Don't be too scared! We've heard from a LOT of owners over the years and no one's coming here to complain about their experiences.
Ok, I'm sold. Going to buy a clean, well maintained to the T 2016 base tomorrow.
Enjoy it! We've had a lot of views on this video recently, lots of others have been looking at picking up one of these in the used market. Hope it works out well for you!
great review . its exaclty like the entry level 2014 I am about to purchases.
Hope it works out well for you!
This was a great review, thank you.
Thanks for watching!
I had a friend buy one of these new. She’s exactly who you’d expect to own one, successful woman lol. The steering although direct is super dumb, but that’s all cars now a days. Just would’ve like more feed back like their sports cars. The Cayenne is great for road trips, super comfortable for all the passengers. They’re great but I’d certainly worry about out of warranty repairs
Fair enough!
Do you get the diesel in Canada? That torque would make it an even better daily driver
We definitely did! Seemed to be popular enough, before they were quietly cancelled that is. I'd like to be able to feature one of those if I can!
@@PRNTestDrive that’s what I’m looking to purchase! It is very hard to find it. Have you heard anything bad in terms of reliability ?
Very interesting vehicle, I am scared of getting a used Porsche because of maintenance costs. At least get an extended warranty. I also go for base V8.
I'd be curious to drive the V8 after spending a week with this.
Porsche maintenance isn’t bad at all as long as you avoid the dealership. Find an Independent or do regular maintenance yourself.
@@michaelschultz1104 but if you doing that, does that mean you can't afford? The parts is what cost
@@vandshome not at all! The dealership charges double or more what an Indy shop does and that goes for all makes.
@@vandshome also all shops charge 100%+ markup for parts. Source your own parts online and pay a pro to install. But if one is too ignorant to do some work on their own then they’re too rich or too dumb.
I'm looking to buy the same car, 3.6 v6 (300 hp) Cayenne 2016 with GTS body kit (from factory) Not sure if I'm doing the right decision between X5 or Range Rover (same year)
My main concern is maintenance cost. I'm buying that car 28k € in Europe. The car has 75k miles on it and looks new.
Note: If maintenance is around 1k per year including oil change I'm definitely down for it.
You'd likely be better off with the Porsche, the Range Rover will definitely explode, and the X5 would be ok but I'm sure it would need more work than the Cayenne.
Thank you soo much for sharing. Looking at 2013 GTS
Hope it works out for you!
informative review. Keep it up!
Glad you liked it, we've had a lot of interest in this car over the past few months, seems like it's right in the sweet spot of when people want to pick them up in the used market.
I was looking for one and your video made me want one even more where i can i find 2015 diesel 2015? Which websites there is not a lot around
Depends on where you live, in Canada I use KijijiAutos or AutoTrader.ca
Wich is the best to have Porsche on petrol or diesel to be economic for consumption?
If you do a lot of highway driving the diesel will be the most economical in terms of fuel efficiency. However it depends on the price of diesel versus gas wherever you are. For example regular fuel here in Ontario is about $1.32/L, whereas diesel is about $2.04/L. I would have bought a diesel about 4 years ago, but not anymore due to the cost of fuel.
I'm looking at the 2014 cayenne v6 platnium are they reliable ?
I mean, reliable as any other 9 year old Porsche will be. It'll cost more to service this vehicle than even the Audi or VW equivalent, so you need to budget in for that.
V6 is the best engine in these - from a reliability perspective. Its the mentality of an immature lad without the means to purchase a Cayenne that will whine about the V6
Fair enough!
I'm still not sure either to take this cayenne or X5
I'd probably take an X5 if I were choosing between the two, the Porsche is nice and all but I feel drawn to the BMW.
Great review.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Great video. Thank you.
Glad you liked it, thanks!
Do you recommend buying this now? I don’t want those stereotypical German expensive repairs. Should I get a power train warranty also?
Warranties are always good as long as you understand what is and isn't covered. We've had a huge surge of people watching this video over the past 6 months, it seems a lot of people are looking at these Cayenne's in today's market. We've heard from a lot of recent buyers who love them, and appreciate our review of a used one. Hope you find one that works out for you !
Does the base engine provide enough power? I feel like it wouldn’t be the quickest to overtake or speed up on the highway. I’m debating if the S engine with 420hp is worth the fuel mileage. I think the diesel is the best of both worlds but the hardest to find in the used market!
I didn't have any issues getting onto the highway or passing slower traffic, I'd probably go with the S though, I just finished filming a 2018 Macan S and the difference in the engine to weight ratio performance was noticeable.
The S gets only 1 MPG less combined but yet will give you a whopping 120HP extra over the base engine.
@@gilgonzalez5902 I would be going for the S if I do buy the petrol version. I still am looking for a diesel. Do you know anything about the reliability of the cayenne s ?
@@prabeeshsidhu the Cayenne S is very reliable as long as it is properly maintained. It also helps that since its a 6 cylinder now its also cheaper and easier to work on since there is a bit more space in the engine bay. The diesel engine will give you only slightly better fuel mileage but you will completely miss out on the true performance Porsche experience so at that point as far as im concerned you can save the money and buy something much cheaper.
Get the S. Mine is fantastic.
Not sure whick is more expensive, maintaining a used Porsche or the lease payments on a new one…
Both can be pretty pricey, there's no doubt! Maintenance is definitely key.
I have a 2016 base and yes it drives great but always little problems that end up costing thousands and if you’re thinking of buying one get the highest trim possible it really is slow
Thanks for sharing.
I'm thinking of buying one that has 133k. Is that considered a lot of km for this model year?
Miles? Maybe. It depends on service history more than anything, if it's had the scheduled work done then you might be in good shape.
133000 KM, not miles
It’s crazy the backup cameras weren’t standard it’s pretty new damn the 2015 I got is no camera 😭😭
I guarantee if backup cameras hadn't been legally mandated as standard tech, the luxury brands like Porsche would still be charing customers for it today.
"I love the brown." Can I quote you on that? :p
Absolutely can!
Hi, Why most German car bumpy roads feel? Thank you.
Typically they install stiffer shocks which are usually more sporty.
It's a VW Touareg with a cool Porsche badge 😅
OOF
Do you use on it regulars gas or premium?
I think Porsche recommends premium, but it'll be up to you if you go with it or not.
Requires 91
@@PRNTestDriveIt’s a Porsche. It deserves premium.
VR6, THE VR6? Holly.
THE VR6, yup. Although Porsche isn't marketing it as THE VR6.
how about the scored cylinder walls ? transfer case ? cam gears ?
We didn't see any of those issues when researching the V6.
@PRNTestDrive then you didn't research thorough enough.
Drove a 2016 today base model .. and when it's on parking or red light feels this little vibration like in the bottom back of the seats.. is it normal ..? No lights for engine
It might be worn engine mounts.
Are these AWD?
I believe they all came as AWD, yes.
I have a 1996 Chevy Tahoe with 244,000 on it and she still goes
Hope it keeps working out well for you!
Chevy tha hoe 😂
I’m seeing conflicting info online does anyone know what the towing capacity is for this exact year and spec? Is it really 7,700lbs in the non turbo? Wow.
Unfortunately I can’t say for certain, typically I find that towing ratings are slightly higher for European-spec vehicles versus US/North American ones.
Porsche is Porsche don't thing is hard to have ...my comments is to buy and you will see if it's ok for your life or not ...more people drive bike and dream Porsche Cayenne to have ....have nice day 👏👍
Fair enough
Lease and enjoy it for 2-4 years
Bit hard to lease these in 2024 but sure.
I own a 2010 Cayenne in white. I love it!
Glad to hear it!
Lots of good information. It's too bad the commentator kept defending their choices instead of just talking about the car though.
o
I bought one in 2004 it was junk, I bought another one, 20k miles, several problems. I usually just park it and drive my Tahoe. I can’t figure out most of the buttons
The first generation certainly had it's fair share of problems unfortunately.
“It’s a Porsche, do you have one?”
No - well, kinda.
That's one of the only times this question isn't a simple yes/no 😉
Yes
I got rear view camera on my base 2014 RX350, standard on most luxury cars by then,
Depends on the manufacturer it seems.
You make it sound like this is a Porsche. I am more conditioned to thinking a Porsche must be a sports car, not a SUV.
It does have sports-car like handling. Early reviews of the first Cayenne said it had the characteristics of their cars. Porsche was really the first exotic to go SUV, now we've got Lambos, Jags, Alfas, Bentleys, and Rolls Royces. Porsche was ahead of the game.
Obviously Porsche expanded their brand to non-sports cars, a brilliant move as it saved the 911 for eternity….
I am surprised about your comment about the reliability of a used Porsche with 80k KM on the clock.
I was looking for problems online for these, most of the time I ended up on forums complaining about 2011s or some of the first generations. If we think about the Jag I drove with less than 1/3rd of the mileage it had quite a few problems. This one was/is seriously clean.
@@PRNTestDrive amazing! Thank you for the information!
@@PRNTestDrive these are notorious for bad transfer cases. Because if this tho, Porsche has a extended warranty for 7 year unlimited mileage free transfer case replacement. Just keep that in mind when purchasing. I only know cuz I had to replace mine
Any unknown issues or experience with these that anyone would like to share?
I'd recommend checking out specific Porsche owner forums or even facebook groups, we've had a lot of activity on this video over the past year, seems a lot of people are looking at these in the used market and for the most part we've had nothing buy positive feedback from new owners.
0:42 do I have one? I have several new Porsche cars but this was a very demeaning comment to viewers. Just because someone has one or not doesn’t mean you are better or not.
114 thousand people have watched this, and you're the only one to complain.
Not reliable at all. Cayenne gts 2016. 9000 for transfer case if out of warranty. 6000 for valve cover gasket leak. 500 plus for oil change every year. Window switches and louvre on vent broken and I take care of my vehicles. Yes it drives amazing but you also need spark plugs every 40000km and each tire is 800 dollars for my 21’s. Brake job easy 2000 to 3000 dollars. Too many automotive journalists are clueless when it comes to reliability. I wish i never sold my Lexus Gx. Of course it half price of new when you have to spend an arm and a leg to keep it on the road in good condition! Regardless of how good the vehicle is you will not be happy if you care about value for your money!
I mean we've heard from a lot of people who've bought these since this video went up and most people don't have major issues.
9000 for a transfer case. Also every single Cayenne 958 and 958.2 will have this issue if driven long enough and in the right conditions( rain etc. ). It is a known design flaw that Porsche will only fix if it breaks. It starts with a skipping feeling in reverse and then progresses to a weird feeling between 2nd and 3rd gear while turning. I believe only the diesel is the only model not affected.
I have to put 2k for a master cylinder on my gx470. Thinking on selling it once its done. Its just too old
$200??!! Omggg u shouldn’t have.
I mean you can always not save that $200. If you're planning to buy a car from them you might as well get as much of a deal as you can, but what do I know.
LOL - OK. So I have an option to trade my 2015 Jaguar F-Type S for a 2016 Cayenne. So the whole mystique is something I am already aware of - having complements shouted across cars at red lights & so on. I have a sports car. But for a daily driver, it gets a bit old to have a 180mph car driving city streets and having sky high bills - and it won't tow or run dirt roads. so I do like the Cayenne. But to me it's not an emotional choice so much as a practical one. I'm about ready for early retirement, a travel trailer would be nice with the right tow vehicle and this could be it. Thx for the warning about model years :) The only sad thing, there is no car in the world, with an exhaust sound as good as a Jaguar F-Type - I will miss this, when it goes - th-cam.com/video/_J1m3oOqtqc/w-d-xo.html
Not a bad swap!
Only one thing you are wrong it is not Porsha it is Porsche
I'd check with Porsche on that one.
"por-sha" is the correct German pronunciation
Show me one car to no have problem even man or lady Will need to take some tablet medicine for Head ..
Fair enough
I've got a 958.2 Cayenne S and its the most unreliable car I ever had. I've daily drove and redlined my past cars like a BMW I6 or a Mercedes V8. I've beaten on those other brands for years and they haven't broke. I did hear that the 4.0 TT are much more reliable. The TT V6 power is nice but I may never purchase another one again.
What issues did you have with it
@@prabeeshsidhu Engine stuttering, boost leak, sometimes misfires, window stops working. I mean it’s normal things but there’s a problem every 1-2 months. Not drivable rn. Otherwise aside from problems, it just gets vandalized.
Sounds like a problem vehicle.
@@PRNTestDrive It is, although it does give you props wherever you pull up but the thing siphons fuel like there’s no tomorrow. Not that much of a fun vehicle to drive either. Its feels like it’s trying to be something that’s it’s not. At the same time it ain’t a bad vehicle driving dynamics wise.
Porsche reliable hahaha
Always at the top of consumer reliability scores, video like this exploding over time as people are buying them, yea I'd say so.
Sell that piece of jubk and buy a Lexus RX350
Once you go Porsche, you’d never go back.
Rx350 is reliable junk
Fair enough
How are maintenance with these car and how much do they cost per year to keep good please someone let me know
You’ll be spending a few grand a year on preventative maintenance, if you go with one of these entry-trims there’s less to break so less overall costs. We’ve had an influx of views on this Cayenne over the last 6 months, people are really interested in them right now. Seems like it’s a great choice.