I wrote Porsche when I was in high school wanting to do a paper on the release of this car and they sent me this video on VHS and invited me to the release of the car at my local dealership. rode down there with my dad. This video brings back all the feels. #petrolhead.
The Cayenne is the all around best vehicle ever made. It is a hidden gem that is truly superior than other vehicles out there, especially the 955/957 models. They are built like tanks and are capable far beyond their means.
I’ve often wondered how much more reliable the MK1 Cayenne is over the later models. Makes me think is it case of over engineering or less complicated engineering.
@@jaysimpson6857 I can shed some light on that mate, albeit a bit late. Short answer - it really depends on what you consider "reliable". For me personally it means "not leave you stranded on the side of the road". At this both the E1 (first generation, which you call MK1) and the E2 (second generation) have succeeded for me and I haven't been left stranded with either. If you mean "how well were they designed" - Lots of changes were done for the E2, but it is still Cayenne - it's different, but it's neither more nor less complicated. If you mean "how often there is a need for a major repair" or something like that, then the answer becomes a bit more complicated 1. Care - Both E1 and E2 are generally fitted with lots of things which for most cars would be "extras". Great deal of those things need to be regularly taken care of and this falls solely on the shoulders of the owner. For instance, sunroofs are present on most Cayennes but people having cars with sunroofs don't even realize that they need to clean their water drains (not exclusive to Porsche) and if they clog - the water can cause some major damage. 2. Servicing - I have personally had bad experience with both E1 and E2 where the person who performed the regular servicing actually caused damages due to either being careless, ignorant, and/or incompetent. Having your car being serviced by a trusted mechanic has a serious effect on how reliable the vehicle is. Price wise, the servicing of the E2 costs less, but not by much, mostly because the E1 "consumes" more fluids. 3. Parts - The OEM components I have experience with for both E1 and E2 have been sensational. So much that almost all of them have been changed once and never touched again while I've had the car. Price wise - well, this is a Porsche, you are paying for Porsche quality for the most part (there are indeed some plastic stuff which would obviously be better if made of metal). While I can make direct comparison price-wise between analogue components for E1 and E2, the comparison won't be accurate because of the huge difference in the years they've been purchased - naturally a gearbox for the E1 purchased in 2014 won't have the same price as a gearbox for the E2 purchased in 2020. As an impression, I think their parts as a "total" cost pretty much the same. If you go down the aftermarket road and swap damaged OEM components with cheaper alternatives, you will save money on the short term but my personal experience has shown that in the long run you actually spend more because they need replacement more often than their pricier OEM counterparts (that doesn't apply for aftermarket components which are much pricier than the OEM counterpart). 4. Model - When it comes to the lifespan of components and general reliability, we can't really chalk every single model and variant under the "Cayenne" line. The early base models are different than the later V6 models; the diesels are not really comparable to the petrol; having "turbo" model actually means having turbo on your engine, not like current-age cars having turbos "as a standard"; etc. Less powerful cars with less aggressive driving style would naturally mean less repairs. 5. Workshop / Mechanic - As with any other car, the reliability of your vehicle lies almost entirely in the hands of the mechanic/workshop you use. If you are lucky enough to have a good mechanic / workshop specializing in Cayenne - both the E1 and the E2 are tremendous. 6. Driving style - Last but not least, the driving style of the owner is a significant factor when it comes to the reliability of the car. The interior of the E2 reminds you that it is a Porsche and it "urges you" to drive it like a Porsche. If you do drive it more aggressively, and you are driving on subpar roads - it will be far less reliable than if you drive it like a Citroen. In contrast, the E1's interior kind of makes you feel like you are in a Jeep, it is not so "I'm a Porsche, let's go!", which in turn is less likely to give you the urge to test your passenger's stomach. Basically, if you take care of your car, service it on time, use good parts for repairs, and have a good mechanic to work on your car - you will not see a difference (reliability-wise) between E1 and E2, they are not like other cars (Mini Countryman for instance). Hope this article of a comment helps
My post war German Dad wanted to be an an Engineer in Australia but had to be a Fitter and Turner because that he was trained in this when he migrated. Well that is what they would let him do. Engineering and being innovative in design was important to him. This is what I think is in the old German's DNA. After his passing I have now purchased an older 2005 Porsche Cayenne S. It is now become my project Porsche. My 89 year old German Dad from Kaiserslautern would be proud of my purchase, but would have been proud of this VHS video. Marketing aside, these guys knew how to build a car more than 15 years before there time. The engineers at Porsche if they actually read this thread, should be very proud of what they achieved. The car I have is an absolutely off-road an on road machine. Thanks Porsche
They've never been built this well since then, owned mine for years now after a Jeep Grand Cherokee, I'd never go back... The way the Cayenne feels is truly amazing... Porsche won my heart with her soulful burble!
@@mofomoco Had mine years, please be careful and don't get a ban... They come easily and also remember to do your pre-winter bulkhead drain. I made a video about it years ago... It will save you a flooded interior.
@@charlieboylol527 2004 & with over 200K miles it's really good. I have the none-turbo "S" model. Besides standard maintenance, I haven't had any issues
I just got a 2005 turbo cayenne from auction for 3000 before fees. Runs and drives but needs some love. It was over $98,000 new according to the sticker. 3% of original msrp? And it runs and drives? And interior is in great condition? I am surprised nobody bought it before me.
It's actually more than a crossover, proper low range transfer case - 270:1 ratio, 4.10 gearing, over 11 inches of ground clearance from the factory, and smart PDCC and 4wd system - these numbers shame a lot of Jeeps. But this being Porsche, it goes around corners really well and will push in excess of 150mph.
Be picky, gts’s tend to get driven hard abused my 2nd and 3rd owners. I drove a bunch until finding a certified one from a Porsche dealership that was taken care of. And it’s a better feeling buying a Porsche from a Porsche dealership.
Considerably, yesterday a guy with a newer Range Rover asked wanted a swap for my Cayenne S and wanted to give me a further £5000 on top. I declined as my late partner bought this many years ago and besides... I would never touch a Land Rover due to poor reliability.
@@charlieboylol527 Petrol, the additional maintenance cost of a diesel isn’t worth it. Also a V8 petrol is emotive. It can give over 25 mpg on the motorway/highway when going steady. Also... It’s a Porsche, so petrol is a must.
I remember when Cayenne and Panamera made their debut, all the hardcore old school Porsche purists acted like a troop of rabid chimps (aka went apeshit), thinking that the brand they once idolized is gonna die very soon. Fortunately, Porsche would be the one to get the last laugh as these two said models became sales hits and are still in production to this day, thus saving the brand from another bankruptcy.
How do you explain so much about a car and how much thought was put into it. But yet have simple common basic .problems like drive shaft ball joint to coolant pipe issues all the way through to thirsty valve set up in v8 . How could that be . Why was it over looked. Factory cheap fix and customer parts department rip off,s
Oh one other thing how many Porsche cayenne s have you seen lately, I bet none, hmmm wonder why, because people are smart they know it's a money pit, so just stay clear ,clever guys ,
I don't agree, this vehicle is not reliable and parts are uber expensive the 4,5 turbo scores the cylinder walls and the engine is scrap, and the transfer case is a common problem if you want to replace the engine 4,5 it's 25 to 30000 pounds, it's ok when new but what vehicle isn't, and this guy keeps on about the air suspension, another disaster, if you have to repair this, you need to be in first name bases with your bank manager, if there ever was a vehicle to bankrupt you it the Porsche cayenne, and at 125000 new,the price of a house, you need to have your head checked out did you know that Porsche makes the most money of any car manufacturer, that's because they RIP you off big time, I think I saw a article saying that Porsche makes about 35000 per vehicle sold what a RIP off, I'll just stick to my ultra reliable Lexus rx thanks a better vehicle all round than Porsche
Firstly the Cayenne Turbo doesn't bore score the engine on a frequent basis. It is the 4.5 V8 non turbo that suffers bore score, stay away from that. The turbo version is a different engine block. Secondly, these cost £70k new not 125k! Thirdly, air suspension can be refurbed or replaced with refurbed parts so it won't bankrupt you ot alternatively use aftermarket parts that are cheaper. If you buy a Porsche Cayenne Turbo and it has been looked after properly it shouldn't cause you too many problems. Main known issues are; plastic coolant pipe failure (£600 upgrade to aluminium repair), prop shaft repair (£400 rebuild fitted), valvebody gearbox (£500 specialist repair), coil packs (£200). Most Turbos now will have had all or some of these repairs done anyway due to their age so you won't have to spend all the money at once for repairs. Air suspension can range from £500 to £2000 to fix depending on what is wrong EG compressor, bags or air lines. It is worth every penny in my opinion as you can now own a Porsche Cayenne Turbo 4.5 V8 450hp that cost £70k new for £6k. Throw in a couple of grand for repair work which is cheap on a luxury SUV or have the money to one side just in case. Every car has their problems but it is better to know what they are and largely these Cayenne Turbos are reliable considering thier age and mileage. Air suspension gives the driver a feel like no other but yes it does come at a cost. Don't buy a Porsche Cayenne Turbo if you don't have a couple of grand to one side is what I say...buy the 3.2 V6 250hp if you are on a budget. VW engine with less gadgets and power and cheaper to run.
