2013 Porsche Cayenne review
Porsche Cayenne highlights
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Pros
- Class-leading driving dynamics
- Porsche badge and luxurious interior
Cons
- Luxurious, but there's just barely seating for five
- Plentiful cost options push up the price
Mileage (EPA estimate)
15 city, 21 highway, 17 combined
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Porsche Cayenne adds two new choices for 2013
The Porsche Cayenne is a favorite of driving enthusiasts in the SUV marketplace, with some buyers seemingly happy to trade outright practicality and off-road prowess for enjoyable on-road driving dynamics and that desirable Porsche badge on the hood. New for 2013 are a pair of models that address both ends of that spectrum: The 240-hp Cayenne Diesel adds some fuel-sipping pragmatism for those looking for economy, and the GTS bridges the gap between the Cayenne S model and the outrageous Turbo flagship.
The GTS model gains 20 hp over the Cayenne S' 4.8-liter 400-hp V8. It also gains Porsche's active suspension system with adjustable ride height (dubbed PASM), improved brakes, a lower ride height, and standard 20-inch alloy wheels, along with some other more sporting accoutrements inside and out like sport seats and a SportDesign package. All impress, but the GTS really does underline Porsche's desire to position the Cayenne as a driver's SUV.
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What is new for the 2013 Porsche Cayenne?
- The Cayenne is available in a variety of new trims, including the Diesel and GTS.
- Cayenne trims have been upgraded with Adjustable Suspension, Parking Sensors, Heated Steering Wheel, Rear Seat Heaters, 20 Inch Plus Wheels, and Turbo Diesel Engine as standard equipment this year.
- Leather & Suede Seats and Running Boards features are now available as options on select trims.
- The Base trim now comes with Memory Seat(s) as standard equipment.
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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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Diesel 4WD/AWD 4D Sport Utility
Standard Features
- 4WD/AWD
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- CD Audio
- Cruise Control
- Heated Mirrors
- Memory Seat(s)
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Hatch/Deck Lid
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Air Conditioning
- Rear Defroster
- Side Airbags
- Traction Control
- Turbo Diesel Engine
- 20 Inch Plus Wheels
- A/C Seat(s)
- Adjustable Suspension
- Automated Cruise Control
- Automatic Transmission
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Bluetooth Technology
- BOSE Sound System
- Burmester Audio
- CD Audio
- Cruise Control
- Front Seat Heaters
- Full Leather Interior
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Lane Departure Warning
- Leather Seats
- Manual Transmission
- Navigation System
- Panoramic Sunroof
- Parking Sensors
- Rear Entertainment System
- Rear Seat Heaters
- Rear Sunshade
- Rear View Camera
- Running Boards
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Smart Key
- Sunroof(s)
Drive Wheels
All Wheel Drive (4WD/AWD)
Engine size
3.0L
Engine type
Turbo Diesel
Fuel capacity
26.4
Wheelbase
114"
Overall length
190.8"
Width
76.3"
Height
67.4"
Leg room
F 67.1"
Front tires
P255/55R18
Rear tires
P255/55R18
Seating capacity
5
Max towing capacity
1157/7716 lbs.
Transmission
Automatic
2013 Porsche Cayenne FAQ
The 2013 Porsche Cayenne is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Diesel: 19 MPG City and 29 MPG Highway
- Base: 17 MPG City and 23 MPG Highway
- GTS: 15 MPG City and 21 MPG Highway
- S: 16 MPG City and 22 MPG Highway
- Turbo: 15 MPG City and 22 MPG Highway
The Porsche Cayenne received a rating of 2.5 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Average. This rating ranks the Porsche Cayenne as 24 out of 29 among Luxury Midsize SUV
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The 2013 Porsche Cayenne has a maximum towing capacity of 7716 pounds, when properly equipped. Various factors may impact towing capacity, including weight of passengers, cargo, and options/accessories.
Here is what's new for the 2013 Porsche Cayenne:
- Diesel
- GTS
- Adjustable Suspension
- Parking Sensors
- Heated Steering Wheel
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