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2004 Porsche Cayenne consumer reviews

$42,900–$88,900 MSRP range
side view of 2004 Cayenne Porsche
(52 reviews)
82% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.6
  • Interior 4.4
  • Performance 4.8
  • Value 4.1
  • Exterior 4.5
  • Reliability 4.1
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This was an amazing vehicle to own. It's currently at about 180k miles, and it runs perfectly! It really only needs regular maintenance, to be honest. It's never broken down once.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Just the best suv ever very very reliabile

Nice car i love it is very reliable its very sporty for an suv it has very good handling its value is very very good for the money you shuld buy it

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Cayenne S - Worst piece of junk I have owned

I bought this because it was the only SUV that could pull a 2 horse trailer and it would be fun to drive. This vehicle didn’t even make it to 100k miles and the engine seized on a below zero day in Minnesota !! The coolant tubes , a known issue for this car but not published at the time, broke and the engine seized ! No warning , and no support from Porsche in any way. The Wayzata dealership is horrible. What an embarrassment to Porsche . It is sick that a company like this does not stand behind their vehicle. The recall came out after my car was ruined and they don’t even pay anything to those that have a now junk car. My car was pampered and still looks like new, but it is a boat anchor. I can get about a thousand scrap, even though I had just spent $1000 on a new headlight ....

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 2.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 1.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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A beautiful beast of a car

I bought my second hand 2004 V6 3.2 Porsche Cayenne two years ago off eBay. An absolute bargain. It was a risk but what a great car this is. 165k miles on the clock but still reliable, comfortable, great performance and beats anyone off the lights. Fuel consumption is around 22 mpg so one of the downsides. Ideal for my family of five as so much room and the boot is very spacious. Love the look of it too, especially the front. Watch out for known problems like the boot will not stay open as the locking mechanism has broken, I’ve had problems with the air bag dashboard light but finally resolved by Porsche. Also original Sat Nav Isn’t working properly but apart from that is a great car. £80k luxury for a fraction of the price.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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My Favorite Sporty SUV

My Favorite sporty SUV. Owned Porsche Cayenne and BMW X5 and X6 at the same time. The best performance and most reliable vehicle hands down. I am Loyal Porsche fan!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Very nice suv to drive around

This sub is great. Twin turbo. 450 hp. Lots of fun. Very low miles and condition is amazing all around. Good for all year around. Terrific in the snow. All wheel drive.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Very Reliable Amazing Drive

Bought mine used with 240,000 kms near Toronto, Ontario, two and a half years ago. Used daily for all seasons except winter (to avoid all the crazy salt in the city). Such a pleasure to drive —on turns almost feels like your going straight! Took my daughter for a soccer trip to Michigan on some curvy roads. Seats were exceptionally comfortable for the entire drive, sound system was crisp, and occasional acceleration was a thrill. Look forward to another trip just to take it out for a long spin — perhaps after Covid. Liked it so much bought a 958 S with the Panamera-like interior. Still, can’t seem to part with my 955 S so now the plan is to use it in winter months... can’t wait to feel the handling in snow and up Canadian winter hills! If you don’t own one, you can find 955 S for a steal. Use it to pull boats, off-roading, pleasure driving or just daily commuting. Such a joy to drive —try one out and see for yourself why Porsche has such a great reputation.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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The Porsche Cayenne is the Steamhammer of SUVs.

My little red Porsche Cayenne S with 45k miles and a V8 engine hauls out. Transmission hits every gear just right, steering and handling are the best of any SUV. I always say German cars cast twice as much and are 10 times better than their competitors. Porsche is the best of them all.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Most fun & reliable car i have owned.

Ticks all the boxes. I look forward to going for drives in my Cayenne every day. I`m retired now & enjoy the finer things in life & the Porsche Cayenne is one of them.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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I love it

Just a joy and a thrilling driving experience each and every time I get behind the wheel..Mine has 256 K miles and I feel it's almost bullet proof..The handling is incredible and a pure joy to take on long trips as the ride and seats are very comfortable..

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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