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However, that class-defining performance comes at a cost of at least $230,000. But what if you want that super-SUV package without six figures burning a hole in your pocket? Look to the used market, specifically look to the first- and second-generation Porsche Cayenne Turbo.
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One Of Porsche’s First Super SUVs
2003 – 2006 Porsche Cayenne Turbo exteriorPorsche
Model
2003 Porsche Cayenne Turbo
2008 Porsche Cayenne Turbo
Engine
4.5-liter twin-turbocharged V8
4.8-liter twin-turbocharged V8
Horsepower
450 hp @ 6,000 rpm
500 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Torque
457 lb-ft @ 2,250 rpm
516 lb-ft @ 4,500 rpm
0-62 mph
5.6 seconds
5.1 seconds
Top speed
161 mph
171 mph
Performance-focused, power-laden SUVs are a dime a dozen today, but in the early 2000s, not so much. Porsche was one of the early adopters of the now-popular super-SUV formula.
2003 – 2006 Porsche Cayenne Turbo exteriorPorsche
The first-generation Porsche Cayenne debuted in 2002 and would become one of two models that saved Porsche from bankruptcy. By the time production began and it was offered to the public, buyers could pick between two performance-oriented trims, namely the Cayenne S and Cayenne Turbo. Both relied on a V8 engine; however, while the lower-ranking Cayenne S employed a naturally aspirated V8, the Turbo, as its name suggests, employed a twin-turbocharged V8.
2003 Porsche Cayenne Turbo finished in with tan interiorPorsche
This mighty power plant helped establish the Cayenne’s reputation as a capable and powerful SUV, as capable off-road as it was on solid tarmac. From that twin-turbo V8, the first-generation Cayenne Turbo commanded 450 horsepower and 457 lb-ft of torque, resulting in segment-leading performance. Although it shared its chassis with the Volkswagen Touareg, the Cayenne Turbo was faster; actually, it was the fastest SUV at the time.
Then Porsche Updated The First Gen Cayenne
2010 Porsche Cayenne Turbo front 3/4 angle in gray while drivingPorsche
This first rendition of the Porsche Cayenne Turbo was not without its flaws, but between 2003 and 2006, Porsche continued refining the first-generation Cayenne, adding features such as the Porsche Communication System. While the 2007 model year is remembered as one of the better years of the Porsche Cayenne Turbo, it was the 2008 update that elevated the Cayenne Turbo to new heights.
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The updated Turbo introduced in 2008 featured a revised exterior design, Porsche’s active air suspension system, improved running gear, including its transmission, greater driving dynamics, and, most importantly (arguably), the new 4.8-liter twin-turbocharged V8 engine used for the 957 Cayenne Turbo. This new engine made the Porsche Cayenne Turbo faster and more powerful, thanks to greater efficiency and a significant increase in power.
Easy To Buy, But Beware Of Keeping It Going
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First-gen Porsche Cayenne Turbo Pricing (955 + 957)
Model
Mileage
Price
Higher Price Examples
2008 Porsche Cayenne Turbo
57,000
$30,000
2008 Porsche Cayenne Turbo
69,000
$29,500
2004 Porsche Cayenne Turbo
16,000
$29,250
2004 Porsche Cayenne Turbo
31,000
$28,750
2008 Porsche Cayenne Turbo
82,000
$28,500
Lower Price Examples
2004 Porsche Cayenne Turbo
165,000
$2,350
2004 Porsche Cayenne Turbo
194,000
$5,400
2005 Porsche Cayenne Turbo
203,000
$5,525
2006 Porsche Cayenne Turbo
122,000
$6,300
2004 Porsche Cayenne Turbo
135,000
$6,850
The first-generation Porsche Cayenne Turbo’s value has decreased considerably on the used market since the first-generation
The production run ended after the 2010 model year. When it debuted, the Porsche Cayenne Turbo had an MSRP of $88,900 in the earliest model year of the first generation and $93,700 by the end of its production.
However, since then, the Cayenne Turbo’s value on the used market has waned considerably, with many first-generation Porsche Cayenne Turbos sold for less than $30,000.
2003 Porsche Cayenne Turbo finished in with tan interiorPorsche
According to Classic.com, the average value of a pre-facelift first-generation Porsche Cayenne Turbo is just under $15,000, whereas the facelifted Turbo is valued at $20,502 on average. However, while prices are low and many examples seem like bargains, maintenance and repairs are worth considering before pulling the trigger.
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Earlier, we mentioned that the first-generation, especially the earlier pre-facelift models, had their flaws. As such, it’s worth noting that the first-generation Porsche Cayenne Turbo has its fair share of gremlins, including trouble with:
- Coolant piping is made of plastic that doesn’t age well — repairs costing in the region of $1,500.
- Ignition coil pack misfires — repairs cost anywhere from $600 – $1,000.
- Transfer case failure (most common in facelifted models) — repairs cost between $2,000 – $4,000.
- Air suspension failure that causes a “chassis system failure” warning and harsh ride – repairs cost as little as $1,500 per strut and more than $1,000 for the air compressor.
- Drive shaft center bearing wear – repairs can cost $1,000, with replacements costing a little less.
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While the first-generation Porsche Cayenne Turbo has garnered a lot of favor with enthusiasts and Porsche fans, used examples can be hard to find, as repairs can be costly and maintenance can range from $1,500 to over $3,000 per year. Although you can find an example for under $10,000, it might be more trouble than it’s worth.
The Second-Generation Turbo Has More Oomph
A front three-quarter shot of a 2011-2014 Porsche Cayenne Turbo drivingPorsche
Model
2011 Porsche Cayenne Turbo
Engine
4.8-liter twin-turbocharged V8
Horsepower
500 hp – 520 hp
Torque
516 lb-ft – 553 lb-ft
0-60 mph
4.2 seconds – 4.4 seconds
Top speed
172 mph
Porsche unveiled the second-generation Cayenne in 2010, and with it, the Cayenne Turbo debuted. It employed the same 4.8-liter V8 engine flanked by a pair of turbochargers that produced the same amount of power as the first-generation facelifted Porsche Cayenne Turbo. However, although power outputs remained the same, the Cayenne Turbo’s performance improved significantly. This was the result of Porsche shedding a lot of weight from the Cayenne, which had also grown in size since the facelifted first-gen Cayenne.
A rear three-quarter shot of a 2011-2014 Porsche Cayenne TurboPorsche
Porsche’s weight-saving efforts were aided by removing the Cayenne’s low-range transfer case, while also significantly improving its driving dynamics through the addition of the Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control System, adaptive air suspension, and Porsche Active Suspension Management. Additionally, while power wasn’t increased, it was distributed to all four corners of the Cayenne Turbo, greatly improving its straight-line acceleration.
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Porsche’s facelift of the second-generation Porsche Cayenne came in 2015, and while the highlights of this update were a slight revision of the exterior design and the addition of new engine options, it also saw changes made to the Turbo. Most importantly, the Cayenne Turbo’s power, positioned as one of two lineup variants that prioritized performance above all, was increased slightly and, along with the other changes introduced at the start of this generation, cemented the Porsche Cayenne Turbo as a class-leading performance SUV.
With Greater Power Comes A Greater Price Tag
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2nd-gen Porsche Cayenne Turbo (958.1 + 958.2)
Model
Mileage
Price
Higher Price Examples
2013 Porsche Cayenne Turbo
62,000
$29,958
2015 Porsche Cayenne Turbo
75,000
$29,542
2014 Porsche Cayenne Turbo
88,000
$29,000
2016 Porsche Cayenne Turbo
100,000
$28,958
2013 Porsche Cayenne Turbo
112,000
$28,900
Lower Price Examples
2013 Porsche Cayenne Turbo
158,000
$17,208
2011 Porsche Cayenne Turbo
114,000
$17,250
2012 Porsche Cayenne Turbo
118,000
$17,500
2012 Porsche Cayenne Turbo
120,000
$17,750
2011 Porsche Cayenne Turbo
156,000
$18,000
Unsurprisingly, the second generation of Porsche’s potent SUV demanded more money from consumers than the last model year of the first generation. In its earliest years, the second-generation Porsche Cayenne Turbo demanded $106,000, officially ushering it into the six-figure price bracket, and by the end of its second-generation production, a brand-new example cost $114,700. Similar to the first generation, the Cayenne Turbo’s value on the used market is a far cry from what it cost new, with many examples listed for sale and selling for less than $30,000.
According to Classic.com, the average value of the 958.1 Cayenne Turbo models is $24,532, whereas the Porsche 958.2 Cayenne Turbo is a bit more valuable, valued at $36,791. However, while some examples of the second-generation Porsche Cayenne Turbo can be had for a bargain on the used market, these performance-crazed SUVs are a handful to maintain.
A shot of the 2011-2014 Porsche Cayenne engine bayPorsche
The 958.2 models have a reputation for trouble with the transfer case, and, like the first-generation models, repairing it or buying a replacement can be costly. Additionally, second-generation models have plastic piping that can lead to coolant leaks due to degraded plastic components. These are just a few of the gremlins that plague the Porsche Cayenne Turbo.
Still, these are compelling performance SUVs that, if you can shoulder the cost of hefty maintenance and repair costs, can be Urus-rivaling beasts with impressive practicality.
Sources: Porsche, Classic.com, AutoTempest
