2005 Porsche Cayenne Review
Price Estimate:Â $2,850 - $4,576





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Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
Pros
- Sports car performance, available adjustable ride height and suspension damping control, solid off-road capability and towing capacity, slightly more cargo room than a Range Rover.
Cons
- Can't match the Rover in the dirt, annoying turbo lag on top end model, you have to pay a little extra for the name.
What’s new
The base Cayenne receives a six-speed manual transmission and Porsche's Drive-Off Assistant System, otherwise known as a "hill-holder" clutch. All Cayenne models now feature a power rear tailgate and body-colored side sills and fascias. An optional panoramic power sunroof debuts this year, along with an available rearview camera system. A comprehensive performance upgrade package is available on the Turbo model through Porsche's Tequipment program. Highlights include a horsepower increase to 500 and upgraded brakes.
Edmunds says
Awkward-looking but thrilling behind the wheel, the Cayenne is a thoroughly capable vehicle that makes good on its Porsche nameplate.
For sale nearby
18 listings
- $5,991
- 122,628 miles
- No accidents, 3 owners, personal use
- Germain Kia of Columbus (310 mi away)
- Five Star Dealer
- Standard Leather Sea...
- Remote keyless entry
- Steering wheel mount...
- Heated door mirrors
- Power passenger seat
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Located in Columbus, OH
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
Listing Information:
VIN: WP1AA29P85LA24922
Stock: K5LA24922
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 04-21-2025 - 74,397 miles
- 1 accident, 3 owners, personal use only
- 6cyl automatic
- Autobahn Motors USA (435 mi away)
- AWD/4WD
- Leather Seats
- Power Driver Seat
- Multi-Zone Climate C...
- Trip Computer
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Located in Kansas City, MO
1111 WESTPORT ROAD __ KANSAS CITY MO 64111 __ 8**.5**.3*** __ www.autobahn-usa.com ==== === LOW MILES - ONLY 74K === CALIFORNIA CAR WITH...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
15 Combined MPG (14 City/18 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: WP1AA29PX5LA21441
Stock: A21441
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 06-14-2024
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2005 Porsche Cayenne AWD 4dr SUV (3.2L 6cyl 6M) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $3.95 per gallon for premium unleaded in Wisconsin.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Wisconsin
$314/mo  for Cayenne Base
Cayenne Base
vs
$169/mo
Avg. Midsize SUV
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Porsche Cayenne Reviews
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4 out of 5 starsroy_taylor, 01/23/2012
2005 Porsche Cayenne S AWD 4dr SUV (4.5L 8cyl 6A)
I absolutely loved everything about my Cayenne GTS and have been thrilled with it, until this weekend.
On a ski trip to Mammoth from LA the transmission has gotten stuck in low range.
It wont move up to give me a limited differential and it wont move down to road mode.
If I try the 307 mile journey home I have to do it at 50mph.
I googled the issue and now find that its a common … problem.
Porsche roadside assistance is coming tomorrow to get it but wont tow it back to LA only to Fresno.
Porsche have totally let ,me down.
The Ultimate SUV
4.88 out of 5 starsEthan, 06/23/2006
2005 Porsche Cayenne Turbo AWD 4dr SUV (4.5L 8cyl Turbo 6A)
I purchased a used but untitled Porsche Cayenne Turbo about 8 months ago. I have put approximately 10,000 miles on it (it previously had 5,000). It has had absolutely no problems. Its acceleration and handling are on par with most sport cars. Its off-road handling is also excellent. The adjustable ride height is a must if you plan to do any significant off-road driving. However, this … option also improves daily driving, allowing you to set a fairly low, more car-like ride height.
2005 Porsche Cayenne 6 Cyl. Review
4.5 out of 5 starsGreg Wolfner, 12/12/2004
2005 Porsche Cayenne Tiptronic AWD 4dr SUV (3.2L 6cyl 6A)
My Porsche Cayenns is an awesome SUV, I have the 6 cylinder model and would love to try the turbo. Make sure your Cayenne has the best headlights made. I'm very disappointed in the standard headlights. This is not a very large SUV, the interior room is only fair. Keep in mind if you look to go off road that the stock tires are not designed for it. My final conclusion is that this is a … 911 with a SUV Body. It is a lot of fun to drive!
Porche Cayenne-Great vehicle
4.38 out of 5 starsMike Bement, 04/13/2005
2005 Porsche Cayenne Turbo AWD 4dr SUV (4.5L 8cyl Turbo 6A)
This is the perfect vehicle for me. I love the speed of a sports car. I love the head room and storage room of an SUV. The Turbo Cayenne does it all. It is absolutely beautiful. Mike Bement
2005 Cayenne Highlights
Base
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $41,100 |
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Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 15 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $314/month |
Seating | 5 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 19.1 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | all wheel drive |
Warranty | 4 years / 50,000 miles |
Safety
Key safety features on the Cayenne include:
- Tire Pressure Warning
- Stability Control
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