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Porsche Cayenne S 2018 review: snapshot

EXPERT RATING
7.5

Likes

Quality engineering
Performance
Equipment

Dislikes

Steering’s modest road feel
Weighty in quick going
Average warranty
James Cleary

Deputy Editor

2 min read

At $155,100 the Porsche Cayenne S sits between the Cayenne E-Hybrid and Cayenne Turbo, and is powered by a 2.9-litre twin-turbo V6 delivering 324kW from 5700-6600rpm, and 550Nm between 1800rpm and 5500rpm.

All models now feature an eight-speed ‘shift-by-wire’ ‘Tiptronic S’ auto transmission, with drive going to all four wheels courtesy of Porsche’s ‘Active Traction Management’ system.

Claimed 0-100km/h time is 5.2sec (4.9s with the optional Sport Chrono package), balanced by claimed fuel economy for the combined (ADR 81/02 - urban, extra-urban) cycle of 9.4L/100 km (emitting 213g/km of C02 in the process).

As you’d expect in this part of the market the standard equipment list is solid, with the Cayenne S featuring partial leather trim, cruise control, dynamic (directional) LED headlights, daytime running lights and tail-lights, rain-sensing wipers, dual zone climate control, privacy glass, front seats with 14-way electric adjustment and memory settings, twin dual-tube tailpipes, a dual-pane panoramic sunroof, heated front seats, pedal faces in stainless steel, and metallic paint in any one of seven colours.

You can also expect remote central locking with ‘Keyless Go’, cruise control, the twin digital instrument displays, multi-function sports steering wheel (with gearshift paddles), auto tailgate, ‘Adaptive Porsche Active Suspension Management, 20-inch alloy wheels, and ‘Porsche Communication Management’ (PCM) with the 12.3-inch screen controlling nav, phone and a 710-watt Bose ‘Surround Sound System’ with 14 speakers (including subwoofer).

Porsche Cayenne 2018: S

Engine Type Turbo V6, 3.6L
Fuel Type Premium Unleaded Petrol
Fuel Efficiency 9.8L/100km (combined)
Seating 5
Price From $68,860 - $79,090

Pricing Guides

$70,147
Based on 14 cars listed for sale in the last 6 months.
LOWEST PRICE
$47,990
HIGHEST PRICE
$108,888
James Cleary

Deputy Editor

James Cleary is CarsGuide’s Deputy Editor, with over four decades’ experience across automotive editorial, marketing, product planning and creative advertising. He has written for national and international titles including Wheels, Drive, Carsales, Motor and Top Gear Australia providing everything from new product assessment and feature writing to industry analysis, news content and expert advice. He’s spent time as an advanced driving instructor, and had the opportunity to experience rare and valuable classics here and overseas. James worked in the PR and advertising/sales promotion teams at Mercedes-Benz Australia and has managed the Marketing Communications and Product Planning functions for Peugeot Australia. He also directed advertising client service for Hyundai Motor Company Australia and Volvo Australia. James has a Bachelors Degree in Communications from Macquarie University and driving qualifications from multiple advanced schools, including Ian Luff Motivation. He has been a member of the CarsGuide team for 10 years and as Deputy Editor manages everything from sub-editing to back-end platforms while creating written and visual content. Expertise New product assessment Industry analysis News content Expert advice Feature writing Experience BMW Performance Driving School Lamborghini Winter Accademia Master Maserati Driving School Mercedes-AMG Snow Performance School Porsche Level 4 Master training Volkswagen Driving Experience program Education Bachelor of Arts (MassComm) | Macquarie University | 1981-1984 Featured publications Carsales Drive Motor Top Gear Wheels
About Author
Disclaimer: The pricing information shown in the editorial content (Review Prices) is to be used as a guide only and is based on information provided to Carsguide Autotrader Media Solutions Pty Ltd (Carsguide) both by third party sources and the car manufacturer at the time of publication. The Review Prices were correct at the time of publication. Carsguide does not warrant or represent that the information is accurate, reliable, complete, current or suitable for any particular purpose. You should not use or rely upon this information without conducting an independent assessment and valuation of the vehicle.
Pricing Guide
$47,990
Lowest price, based on CarsGuide listings over the last 6 months.
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