Driving a 2019 Porsche Cayenne S Off Road

[@4WDMagazine]

If you had a $100,000 to spend on a new vehicle, would this be the one?

[@brucedarling4751]

It’s going to be an awful lot more $ after you add the a la carte S model (which is dual-turbo) upgrade, off-road package, air suspension lift capability, front and rear skid plates, tow package, driver assist package to get the forward video cam, roof rails, etc. I came up with USD 100,000 for just the base Cayenne so equipped, and over USD 110,000 for the S model so equipped using the Porsche.com configurator. If you spend that much, you might as well spend more for a set of off-road wheels and all-terrain tires. And of course paint protective film to take the brunt of the bush pin-striping. You’d get a 4 year warranty, but after 5 years your resale value would be less than 50% and most of the extra option costs would have to be written off. Money aside, you still have somewhat limited departure angle, wheel wells made for just 30 inch diameter tires, almost nonexistent off-roading aftermarket accessories, no real 4WD low range, and sparse availability of qualified mechanics and spare parts. Not to mention the constant fear factor of f-ing up something that probably costs more than your first house did. On the other hand, just can’t stop thinking about it. Maybe I need a 12-step program or something.

[@4WDMagazine]

Let me know if there's a two-for-one on the 12 step... ;)

[@brucedarling4751]

It gets worse. To get the locking rear diff you have to add on the USD 1,500 Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus (PTV+), which is not even available on the base model, so you have to start with the S model, itself USD 17,500 more than the base. BTW, you will never see a spec Cayenne in a showroom with all these off-road features, so you have to special order it to your exact spec’s. At least you get what you want and make your own decisions about what to leave out - for example sport Chrono pkg, interior features (more leather, carbon fiber or brushed aluminum, ventilated seats, heated steering wheel), etc. It would be easy to add 10 to 20 thou more to get an even more capable and (from your own personalized perspective) beautiful and comfortable Porsche. I’ll let you know when I find the 12 step counselors.

[@4WDMagazine]

My $400, 'it was a blast now you can have it back' adventure is looking more and more reasonable.

[@brucedarling4751]

4WD Magazine PLEASE correct me if I’m wrong, but it appears that all-terrain wheels/tires are simply not available for the 2019 Cayenne. The factory wheel sizes start at 19” and furthermore are wider in rear than in front. The brake calipers are too big for an 18” with a taller AT sidewall, and nobody makes 19” or 20” AT tires that will fit in the Cayenne wheelwell. Odd for a vehicle that is supposed to be able to be all spec’d up for off road.

[@farnum3297]

Few people are aware of how capable the Cayenne is straight from the factory. Put some competent tires on it and it will leave for dead many more overhyped SUVs like Toyota or Jeep. Yes, it is not a professional off roader, but when it comes to standard, factory built SUVs it's at least in top 3 if not the best if you consider SUVs have to behave properly on the highway or alpine roads too. My favorite is the Cayenne Diesel S, even if I don't have to tow an Airbus 380. Did I mention the quality and reliability ? I want one, perfect family car and winter beater.

[@trispenis5199]

I’m telling you, Porsche and Honda are sleepers when it comes to shit like this

[@mainytaccount]

Why would you want the diesel? Petrol all the way. Agree with the rest of your comment.

[@farnum3297]

@@mainytaccount monster torque at low rpm and better mileage. Yes, even the gas ones are good. But I like the V8 sound without hugh fuel consumption.

[@DrDankoff]

Flyfishing and small game hunting 6 months of the year, big game hunting and winter wonderland the other 6 months. I am on my 4th Cayenne in 15 years; 2 Ss then a Turbo. Did a little detour to a Macan Turbo, got the "go fast truck" out of my system. Now back with a Cayenne and no more than the base engine, rest optioned to all hell. All of them have been on trails. The massive transfer case and low gear of the first Gen was a monster, but the current gen intelligent systems still beat it for maintaining traction.

[@Junkman2008]

My 2004 Cayenne Turbo is SCARY FAST. I think that my 5000-pound Cayenne could outrun my Corvettes in a 0-60. It was 92K new and it has really lasted well after all these years.

[@christopherhiggins8238]

I recently got a 2012 Cayenne S for about 27K US with 42K miles. I got it to tow a camper. I got the OEM hitch package online and it installed relatively easily. I did have to take it to a dealership to program the tow module, but hey.. lot cheaper than paying for the full install... And towing the 4000 pound trailer, without the trailer brakes working (because I hadn't been to the dealership yet) .... it was STILL doable! The seller had to sell it NOW... I look forward to how it works with the fully functioning wiring, so the trailer brakes can help. So long story short I like it! It isn't my 2008 Audi S6 with a V10... but at least I can tow with it... haha. Going to "try" to live a dream, and see the country. I get my VA disability if I am in my basement, or out at a National Park.... Oh, and I mortgaged the house to finance the SUV and Camper... I am not rich... just wily like a fox lol (less than 3% interest)

[@healingenso7923]

Pretty much my goal too. About to trade my Jaguar F-Type S for something that tows & goes off road, some.

[@coulombemx]

The best is buy a good barely used Porsche Cayenne from a wealthy suburban family. I bought a used Cayenne S with air and off-road ready for $31K. It is awesome. I tow a trailer and go off-road in BC. Put good off-road tires on it and it's amazing. And like the host said, on the highway and city after the trails, it's an amazing sporty SUV/car. Love it. Great review. Now I would like to get more off-road parts for it. bush guard, Skid plates etc.

[@commonsense7057]

I've been thinking about trading in my 2018 Colorado Crew Cab 4x4 on one. Surprisingly I can get a 2016 Cayenne S with 50k miles for just a couple thousand more then the trade in value of my truck. Needless to say trucks are overpriced for what they are.

[@Just_Car_Spotting]

I have bought a Cayenne Turbo, but I don't think it can handle thick mud. It got bogged! I then tried it on the same type of surface sad in the video and it actually worked! No more shopping for Mercs and BMWs I am staying with Porsche thank you very much!

[@denisedaly1012]

Wow, what an incredible video. We were amazed as you what this Porsche could do.

[@jacobevans8365]

I got mine for $25K, much better than other used vehicles in the same price range with lower miles! (Cayenne S)

[@KiranMuthappa]

What wheel size would you recommend, 19 or 20?

[@MarkPharaoh]

Buy a 2 year old one for under $50K USD and have fun :)

[@smartdoctorphysicist3095]

Hi will the Porsche Cayenne base model 958.2 form 2013, can it do the same as one you tested out Cayenne S ? If so please let me know.

[@alirahimi7096]

Yes definitely

[@robertweiser7122]

I'd like the turboS !! 100k is a bargain!! Take it off road?? Not new

[@r.achidoff8766]

good thank you

[@julianjames7978]

Porsche there is no substitute !

[@Ripcolt74]

My question is how much did they pay you for this particular advertisement Yes we know that the cayenne can do all those things

[@marcosmosqueda6951]

When I hit the lotto I’ll get a turbo one 🤪

[@TechTrader108]

thanks for the lucid explanation.....one of the more cool videos to explain how the cayenne off road features work.........excellent stuff

[@larrysmith6797]

Porsha, Porsha, Porsha, Porsha, Porsha, Porsha, Porsha, PORSHA, PORSHA, PORSHA, PORSSSSHHHHAAAA. I drive a Porsche and my house has a porch.

[@jean-claudemuller4746]

Cool 😊

[@rickslick730]

Yes

[@philiplinks8631]

Porsche is a no brainer, study the original specs from the German govt and you will see why it is bulletproof. Add 15 y of Porsche improvements and maybe Timmy can pay for college himself!

[@thomass3769]

Por sha

[@katarinaericka-kristavonbr7000]

Porsch-ah

[@mjdailamy4550]

That's no serious offroad 4wheeldriving