2024 Porsche Cayenne | First Drive

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The Porsche Cayenne currently in its 3rd generation receives updates for the 2024 model year… should we call it a mid-cycle refresh? Well that answers THAT. The Cayenne will be offered in SUV or coupe designs, and the exterior gets a new headlight and taillight treatment, restyled front fascia with larger intakes, higher fenders, integrated license plate holder, 8 new wheel designs, and new shock absorbers with two-valve technology… more on that later.
However, inside is where we see the biggest change. The cockpit layout takes elements from the Porsche Taycan EV, and now has a curved 12.6 inch digital gauge cluster, a standard 12.3 infotainment touchscreen with standard wireless apple CarPlay and android auto, a new optional 10.9 inch passenger sidescreen with a special polarizing layer that disables viewing from the driver seat, and a redesigned instrument panel and center console.
The gear selector has been relocated to the right of the steering wheel, and in typical Porsche fashion, the left of the steering wheel is where you’ll find the new engine start button. Oh, and the steering wheel design itself is taken right out of a Porsche 911. The new overall design looks great and has premium fit and finish, with the exception of the gloss black HVAC controls on the center stack that give haptic feedback which operates fine, but the way the whole pad goes in when pressed takes away some of that upscale quality. Oh and while I’m complaining, I don’t like how the center armrest doesn’t click into place and it’s easy to slide forward.
The new Cayenne has 3 different engine options all linked to an 8-speed automatic transmission and standard AWD. The base gets a 3.0L turbo charged V6 generating (348 hp and 368 lb.-ft.), which is 13 hp and 36 lb.-ft. more than before. This six cylinder engine will also serve as the basis for the powertrain of the e-hybrid model which has a 174 hp electric motor, and will make a combined output of 463 hp. This PHEV now has a bigger 25.9 kWh battery, but we won’t know the estimated all-electric range until later, but there are drive modes to help improve efficiency.
And finally, the new Cayenne S now has a refined 4.0L twin-turbo V8 with a maximum output of (468 hp and 442 lb.-ft. of torque), which is 34 hp and 37 lb.-ft. more than its six-cylinder Cayenne S predecessor. With the optional Sport Chrono Package, the V8 can accelerate both the SUV and the Coupé to 60 mph in around to 4.4 seconds.
What also adds to that driving experience is rear steering which enhances steering response and handling, and the new shock absorbers with two-valve technology mentioned earlier. These allow optimized performance in various driving conditions by providing comfort at low speeds, and better handling at higher speeds with improved pitch and roll management.
Further enhancing ride comfort and performance is the optional two-chamber air suspension which reduces body movement and gives better differentiation between the Normal, Sport and Sport Plus drive modes.
For added safety, Lane Change Assist and Lane Keep Assist come standard. However, you may have to pony up for features like blind spot monitoring, adaptive cruise control, and 360 camera. And if you’re wondering about fuel economy, Porsche hasn’t released those just yet but stay tuned.
The new Cayenne will be made to order and pricing will start at ($79,200 for the SUV and $84,300 for the Coupé) plus destination. Standard equipment include matrix design LED headlights, 20 inch wheels, Porsche’s active suspension management, 4 usb ports, and a wireless charger with a cooling tray. Noting that the Coupes will have an available panoramic glass roof.
For more efficiency the e-Hybrid starts at ($91,700 (Coupé from $95,700)). To enter the V8 space, the Cayenne S starts at ($95,700 (Coupé from $102,100), and for maximum performance, the Cayenne Turbo GT sold exclusively as a coupe has a starting price of ($196,300). It comes with the twin turbo V8 engine but puts out 19 more horsepower for a total of 650 hp and can sprint from 0-60 in 3.1 seconds with the lightweight sports package which shaves off 72 lbs. The turbo GT comes standard with ceramic brakes, 22-inch wheels with high performance tires, rear-axle steering, and center mounted titanium sport exhaust.
Competitors in the luxury performance SUV segment include the BMW X5, Mercedes-Benz GLE, Audi Q8, Range Rover Sport, and the Jaguar F-Pace. Porsche goes up against some heavy hitters, but a sporty and refined ride with a premium and tech filled cabin can make potential buyers give the Cayenne it a second look.
This thing has it all so if you have the money bucks, you should give it a look…
00:00 2024 Porsche Cayenne
0:36 Exterior
1:02 Interior
3:04 Powertrain Options
4:18 Driving Impressions
9:53 Pricing
10:53 Competitors

[@JDelta87]

Awesome quality for having such limited time with the vehicle. Also, props for having fun and saying ducats in the video 😆

[@yesmikedanger]

Lol always appreciated, Jay! Yeah man this was one of the harder solo shoots. I jumble up a couple words but it came together!

[@beardown6574]

Great work as always Mike D always enjoy our videos

[@tpolerex7282]

RIP iconic Porsche five mechanical gauge instrument panel.

[@ralphchery9967]

We actually have more Mike videos this year 🤩

[@yesmikedanger]

Haha thanks for the support, Ralph!

[@Bravowilly]

Awesome review brother!

[@yesmikedanger]

Thanks for watchin bro!

[@Reko_89]

Great review!

[@gregorytrane7828]

Good review. Lane change assist is the Porsche blind spot monitor and it is now standard for 2024.

[@ctk4949]

19 more HP for $100k more?!?!?! That can't be right, LOL!!

[@yesmikedanger]

Oh it’s RIGHT ALRIGHT!

[@ctk4949]

@@yesmikedanger Its 182HP more LOL!!

[@yesmikedanger]

@@ctk4949 2023 turbo gt -> 2024 turbo gt makes 19 more hp 😁

[@ctk4949]

@@yesmikedanger It doesnt say that in the video, you just say its "19 HP more for a total of 650" No mention of 2023??

[@cranialnerv]

They added 19 hp to the 2024 turbo GT over the 2023 turbo GT. They also increase the price by about $9,000. There were a number of suspension tweaks as well. There is absolutely no comparison between the turbo, and the turbo GT. They are completely different cars performance, and driving-wise

[@naftalingughu5042]

Enjoying your videos all the way from Tanzania

[@english_badminton_history]

another way from China

[@ryanfrisby7389]

Fantastic video Mike!😸

[@yesmikedanger]

Hey Ryan! Much appreciated!!

[@Hat65]

@@yesmikedanger 😂

[@cranialnerv]

They added 19 hp to the 2024 turbo GT over the 2023 turbo GT. They also increase the price by about $9,000. There were a number of suspension tweaks as well. There is absolutely no comparison between the turbo, and the turbo GT. The cayenne S isn’t oven in the same ballpark. They are completely different cars performance, and driving-wise

[@kurts6741]

I like this SUV, but whenever I see an expensive car, I always think all I need is to get from point A to point B. Do I really need to spend this much money and upkeep for a depreciating asset car? Not really.

[@epbrown01]

It usually comes down to how you feel about driving. Some people enjoy it, some people just want to avoid walking. The nice folks at Honda and Toyota have the latter covered.

[@user-lt6kg5xc6m]

@@epbrown01 Nah, not really, not if you like driving, Porche best then

[@amigatommy7]

Very nice little car.

[@tonyan6457]

Hi Mike, Would you recon a brand new Cayenne S fully optioned or just grab a preowned 21/22 GTS at a cheaper price?

[@JRB41]

Get a preowned GTS

[@WayApp]

Porsche has seamlessly integrated innovation into every aspect of this vehicle.

[@DeadAir21]

I wonder how many people actually use the passenger screens? I feel people would just use their phones or tablets because it’s more convenient.

[@yesmikedanger]

Honestly, I’d probably get car sick. I can’t even text as a passenger without feeling queeeezeeee

[@denault3985]

Everybody is reviewing the Cayenne today, I wonder why? 😏 I know, I can't afford it!

[@trilingualkid]

Better buy some lottery lol

[@hammmodjabeer7278]

One of the best car in the world

[@Superfastjellyfish669]

Amazing vehicle is I’m luck I’ll be able to afford a base model 10 years from now

[@Quandtimus]

Update title to 2024

[@yesmikedanger]

😉

[@flyguy1889]

Reverse lights?

[@Lionheart_He-Man]

Porsche is asking for like $200K just for the turbo GT, I might as well just get an Audi RS Q8 for like $130K, like, honestly, where are we even speeding with that crazy horsepower to anyway with the strict speed limits here in America?

[@amigatommy7]

A rearview camera would be nice.

[@user-lt6kg5xc6m]

it's exrta

[@nova3889]

Hey MD! How does this compare to the Audi Q8?

[@user-lt6kg5xc6m]

Far superior steering and handling, also Q8 is too wide and bulky, not popular

[@andresmattos7541]

NOW EVEN MORE OVERPRICED

[@kevinbarry71]

No mention of the lack of physical controls, which is a big fail

[@damilolaakanni]

It's better than the first generation that had too many physical buttons😂😂.

[@epbrown01]

@@damilolaakanni I was just going to say that Porsche has taken crap for years because the Cayenne had about 60 physical buttons. Now come the complaints about too few!

[@ZoeMuller80]

Spicy car

[@amigatommy7]

How tall are you?

[@ottomondo1368]

Where is the Dude?

[@Hat65]

Buy a BMW, although I’ve been seeing some of these on the roads lately.👍

[@borderreiver536]

At last a reviewer who can pronounce coupe correctly and doesn’t continually say like and awesome.

[@mfbikle]

Wait, who keeps keys in there back pocket when driving? It will ruin the seats.

[@yesmikedanger]

This guy!! 👉😎👈

[@jcrockett37]

Dang… so many people coming for Mike Danger… Let the man do his job!! Gosh… But as usual, I’m sure the haters could do a much better job….. yeah right… probably couldn’t afford the car anyway. Shut up and complain elsewhere. Great review Mike!!

[@yesmikedanger]

Thanks Jeremy! People got a bad case of the mondays on this one but I’ll always appreciate folks like you, sir. Much love!

[@jcrockett37]

@@yesmikedanger You got it. You have my support. Keep doing what you’re doing!! ✊🏽

[@yesmikedanger]

@@jcrockett37 thanks brotha ✊🏾

[@mojojojo-wk6wo]

YOOO MIKE! How's fatherhood? KBB needs to start paying you more. Your clothes are ripped.

[@inspector4133]

Grill is still a bit (lot) too "toothy".

[@yesmikedanger]

Lol it’s not THAT bad

[@Hat65]

You should see the new Lexus grills 😂

[@inspector4133]

@@yesmikedanger Maybe if you let me drve it, I'd like it more ;)

[@Lionheart_He-Man]

I agree, the front of the Cayenne is not my favorite, but I do love the back of it

[@kevinbarry71]

Imagine that, you have to pay extra to reduce practicality and Vizza Bility. Sign me up.

[@Hat65]

Just say you can’t afford it lol.

[@amigatommy7]

The Genesis headlights are nice.

[@himynameisnanos8337]

Did Micah leave

[@kennethwilliams857]

Glad they got away from the egg 🥚 shape front lights . But still compact inside , trunk space is like a rav 4 .. but out side do look nice very update what 3 gen of them . Since when a coupe became a 4 door coupe's always been 2 doors .. guess they really dumming everyone down about things now what's next reverse is forward 😂😅🤣 !!

[@americanparser]

How do you "row your own gears" with paddle shifters? Isn't that more like "flicking your own gears?"

[@AyAy008]

The urban aggressive blonde mom mobile gets an update, and it looks exactly like the last one, and the one before that.

[@abdulmoosani3276]

No to that new engine start

[@yesmikedanger]

Why not? Takes away that Porsche charm huh?

[@abdulmoosani3276]

@@yesmikedanger yup Porsche always has cool little details

[@yesmikedanger]

@@abdulmoosani3276 i agree. But you’ll be happy to know besides that button (and that center stack haptic control thing), everything else in the Cayenne was SOLID. That build quality is top notch 👌🏾

[@abdulmoosani3276]

@@yesmikedanger yeah idk he complained about it the haptic feedback its more like what Apple does with their trackpad it’s suppose to go down like that to provide a better feedback like you actually pressed a button with a click

[@jmichael1157]

Not a good review. Why are you rushing through the review? Disappointing.👎🏽

[@kevinphillips150]

No thank you. I enjoy using fossil fuels from the fuel station. Not from the power plant.

[@robertborne895]

At least it doesn’t have an ostentatious front grill…Yes BMW and Lexus I’m talking to you!!

[@Hat65]

😡😤🤬

[@Hat65]

Lexus though, yes. It looks like a beak from a bird.

[@patriciaKnightley]

Everything about this is thing is indulgent excess. But ppl buy it period.

[@BuffetBadger]

How can Micah create his own youtube channel?

[@HarlemGreatest]

The ripped jean look is 20 years in the past . Grown folk have a hard time growing up and letting go

[@yesmikedanger]

Best part about being a grown up is dressing up however you want! 🥳 thanks for making my jeans the star of the video!

[@williamhunt2647]

Where's Micah? Where's Lyn? Several videos without them.

[@yesmikedanger]

That’s how embargoes go, bucko 🤷🏾‍♂️

[@pentahuang]

This is stupid. Who going to drive cayenne GT as daily driver.. way too stiff for existing road quality….. test drive the s. And case model. That is most seeing cayenne on the street.

[@chltmdwp]

When the RAM TRX is more luxurious than this pos!

[@williamguillIII]

Who rides around with keys in their back pocket?

[@yesmikedanger]

People who want to enter their house at the end of the day (…i mean it’s just a guess… 🤷🏾‍♂️).

[@Hat65]

Um literally everyone.

[@williamguillIII]

@@Hat65 I don't know a single person that carries their keys in their back pocket. I mean, it seems it would be really uncomfortable, as he states in the video.

[@philipjc1]

Bla bla bla

[@depellerinluc]

“Row your own gears “, then talks about about shifters hahaha real car guy right there not

[@hby7768]

"blah blah blah" - so unprofessional. Why do you have someone with the kind of attitude doing the car review?

[@yesmikedanger]

Because I’m pretty.

[@Hat65]

@@yesmikedanger I’m prettier.

[@vstan9023]

Great car, poor review 👎

[@tomektomaszewski1928]

Still audi inside