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2023 Porsche Cayenne review

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Porsche Cayenne highlights

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Pros

  • Impressive handling
  • Four powerful engine options
  • Well-appointed and spacious interior

Cons

  • Poor rear visibility
  • Climate control is weak at low speeds and noisy at high

Mileage (EPA estimate)

14 city, 19 highway, 16 combined

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What is new for the 2023 Porsche Cayenne?

  • The Cayenne is available in a new trim called the GTS Coupe.
  • The GT Turbo, Platinum Coupe, and Turbo Coupe trims have been discontinued for 2023.
  • The Base trim now comes with Smart Key and Rear Defroster as standard equipment.
  • The S Platinum trim now comes with Power Seat(s) as standard equipment.
  • The GTS trim now comes with Smart Key, Power Seat(s), Panoramic Sunroof, Rear Seat Heaters, and Leather Seats as standard equipment.
  • The S trim now comes with Rear Defroster, Overhead Airbags, Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth Technology, Satellite Radio Ready, Android Auto, and Auxiliary Audio Input as standard equipment.
  • The Platinum trim now comes with Rear Air Conditioning as standard equipment.
  • The S Coupe trim now comes with Overhead Airbags, Android Auto, Auxiliary Audio Input, Satellite Radio Ready, Apple CarPlay, and Bluetooth Technology as standard equipment.

2023 Porsche Cayenne trims

Curious how Porsche Cayenne trims differ? Use our side-by-side vehicle comparison to see the differences and similarities

GTS Coupe:

S Platinum Coupe:

S Coupe:

  • Includes all features available on the S Platinum Coupe
  • No significant upgrades found on the S Coupe

S Platinum:

  • Includes all features available on the S Coupe
  • Panoramic Sunroof
  • Rear Seat Heaters

GTS:

S:

Platinum:

Coupe:

  • Includes all features available on the Platinum
  • No significant upgrades found on the Coupe

Base:

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5 reasons to buy the 2023 Porsche Cayenne

1. Practical sports car

If you think a sports car is out of reach when you have friends, family, and colleagues to ferry around, think again! The Porsche Cayenne is a performance car through and through. With seating for five and a standard 3.0L V6 engine with 335 hp, this is an SUV you'll love to drive. If you want more power, the 2023 Porsche Cayenne Turbo has a 551-hp 4.0L V8 engine with an impressive zero-to-60 mph time of just 3.7 seconds with the Sport Chrono Package or 3.9 seconds without—not bad for a sports car with the practicality of a family car (according to the manufacturer, when new).

2. Great engine options

The 2023 Porsche Cayenne has four powertrain options to choose from. In addition to the base V6 and the V8 found on the Cayenne Turbo, there's another V6 available on the Cayenne S, which pumps out 434 hp. If you want to take a step into the world of electric power, the Cayenne E-Hybrid is also impressive with its 335-hp 3.0L V6 hybrid powertrain. When combined with the electric motor, this engine will do an EPA-estimated 42 MPGe combined (with a fully charged battery and a full tank of gas).

3. High-end finish

You'll love the look and feel of the 2023 Porsche Cayenne. It's well designed, with modern styling and high-end materials throughout. The base model features partial leather upholstery, ambient lighting, and power-adjustable front seats. The Platinum Edition adds a panoramic glass roof, heated front sport seats, and a Bose® sound system. Full leather seats, colored seat belts, and an Alcantra® roof lining can all be found as options or part of available packages.

4. Tow your toys, carry your crew

This is a sports car, but it's also as utilitarian as any other SUV. When properly equipped, all models of the 2023 Porsche Cayenne can tow up to an estimated 7,700 lbs.

That means you can haul your camper, boat, or other toys on your next getaway. Inside, the standard Cayenne is just as practical, with 27.2 cu-ft of space behind the rear seats or 60.3 cu-ft with the rear seats folded.

5. Tailored to your lifestyle

With a wide mix of engine options, trims, and available packages, you can find the Porsche Cayenne that suits your needs. Your first choice will be the body style—the Cayenne is available as an SUV or a coupe. The coupe looks sleek but reduces seating to four (unless you choose a model with the available fifth seat) and maximum cargo capacity to 54.3 cu-ft. Next, take a look at the nine well-equipped trims, including the Platinum Edition, which includes nice extras like a power liftgate and adaptive headlights. At the top of the lineup is the 2023 Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT, which features high-performance brakes, anti-roll bars, four-wheel steering, a carbon fiber roof, and more.

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Ratings & reliability

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RepairPal gave the Porsche Cayenne an overall reliability rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Average. This rating ranks Porsche Cayenne 25th out of 29 among Luxury Midsize SUVs.

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Porsche Cayenne features and specs

Coupe 4WD/AWD 4D Sport Utility

Standard Features

  • 20 Inch Plus Wheels
  • 4WD/AWD
  • ABS Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • Alloy Wheels
  • AM/FM Stereo
  • Android Auto
  • Apple CarPlay
  • Automatic Transmission
  • Auxiliary Audio Input
  • Bluetooth Technology
  • CD Audio
  • Cruise Control
  • Leather Seats
  • Overhead Airbags
  • Parking Sensors
  • Power Hatch/Deck Lid
  • Power Locks
  • Power Mirrors
  • Power Seat(s)
  • Power Windows
  • Rear Air Conditioning
  • Rear Defroster
  • Rear View Camera
  • Satellite Radio Ready
  • Side Airbags
  • Skylight(s)
  • Smart Key
  • Traction Control
  • Turbo Charged Engine
  • A/C Seat(s)
  • Adjustable Suspension
  • Automated Cruise Control
  • Automated Parking
  • Blind Spot Monitor
  • BOSE Sound System
  • Burmester Audio
  • Front Seat Heaters
  • Full Roof Rack
  • Head Up Display
  • Heated Steering Wheel
  • Lane Departure Warning
  • Memory Seat(s)
  • Navigation System
  • Rear A/C Seat(s)
  • Rear Air Conditioning
  • Rear Seat Heaters
  • Rear Sunshade
  • Seat Massagers
  • Tow Hitch

Drive Wheels

All Wheel Drive (4WD/AWD)

Engine size

3.0L

Horsepower

335

Torque (ft-lbs)

332

Engine type

Turbo Gas

Fuel capacity

23.7

Wheelbase

114"

Overall length

194.2"

Width

78.1"

Height

66"

Front tires

P275/45VR20

Rear tires

P305/40VR20

Seating capacity

4

Max towing capacity

770/7700 lbs.

Transmission

Automatic

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