2008 Porsche Cayenne
Porsche's premium midsize SUV is back for 2008 after a model year hiatus.

Porsche's Cayenne took model-year 2007 off. More power and revised front-end styling mark the 2008 versions of Porsche's premium midsize SUV. Cayenne shares its basic design with the Volkswagen Touareg but differs in styling and powertrains.

Base, S, and Turbo models are available. Base Cayennes have a 290-hp 3.6-liter V6 engine that replaces a 247-hp 3.2 V6. S and Turbo versions also return for '08 and have 4.8-liter V8 engines of 385 and 500 horsepower, respectively. Previous S and Turbo models had 340- and 450-horsepower 4.5-liter V8s. V6 models come with a 6-speed manual transmission or a 6-speed automatic; V8s are automatic only.

2008 Porsche Cayenne Prices
Base: $43,400
S: $57,900
Turbo: $93,700
*Prices don't include destination fees.

All Cayennes have all-wheel drive with low-range gearing and locking center differential. ABS and traction/antiskid control with rollover sensors are standard. Also standard is a "Sport Button" that alters engine, transmission, and suspension settings for high-performance driving. A driver-adjustable air suspension is standard on Turbos, optional otherwise.

Front side airbags and curtain side airbags with rollover deployment are standard on all Cayennes. A navigation system is available. Check back with us for a full drive report.


2008 Porsche Cayenne
All Cayennes have all-wheel drive with low-range gearing and locking center differential.