2005 Porsche Cayenne Trims and Specs

The 2005 entry-level base Porsche Cayenne was powered by a 3.2-liter V6 engine, which produced 247 horsepower. The engine was linked to a standard six-speed manual transmission, which included Porsche's Drive-Off Assistance system. The system provided automatic braking on steep slopes until the driver engaged the clutch and transmission. A six-speed automatic Tiptronic transmission, with a gate for manual shifting, was optional on the entry-level Cayenne.

Standard features for the Cayenne included air conditioning, power windows and door locks, leather seats with power adjustments in the front, a full array of airbags, cruise control, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, a powered rear tailgate, and an AM/FM stereo system with a CD player. Options included a power sunroof, a navigation system, a heated steering wheel, wood trim, and a CD changer.

Many drivers liked the Cayenne's new manual transmission, noting that it was a good replacement for the automatic transmission, which some drivers considered problematic -- not to mention the fact that the manual gave drivers a better feel for the vehicle. The Cayenne's responsive handling, firm suspension, smooth turning ability, comfortable interior, and safety features were also cited as positive points by drivers.

The 2005 Porsche Cayenne S SUV was powered by a 4.5-liter V8 engine that produced 340 horsepower. It was linked to a six-speed automatic Tiptronic transmission, which included a special gate, so drivers could shift manually depending on driving conditions. A manual transmission was not available on the Cayenne S.

Standard features for the Cayenne S included air conditioning, power windows and door locks, leather seats with power adjustments in for the front seats, a full array of airbags, cruise control, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, a powered rear tailgate, and an AM/FM stereo system with a CD player.

Also standard was zoned climate control for the driver and passenger, steering-wheel-mounted controls, and power lumbar support in the front seats. Options included a power sunroof, wood trim, and a CD changer.

Drivers gave the Cayenne S thumb's up for its responsive handling, firm suspension, smooth turning ability, comfortable interior, and safety features.

The 2005 Porsche Cayenne Turbo, which was the high-end model in the Cayenne line, was powered by a turbocharged 4.5-liter V8 engine that generated 450 horsepower. It was linked to a six-speed automatic Tiptronic transmission, which included a special gate so drivers could shift manually depending on driving conditions. A manual transmission was not available on the Cayenne Turbo.

Standard features for the Cayenne Turbo included air conditioning, power windows and door locks, leather seats with power adjustments in the front, a full array of airbags, cruise control, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, a powered rear tailgate, and an AM/FM stereo system with a CD player.

The Cayenne Turbo's list of standard equipment also included a navigation system, zoned climate control for the driver and passenger, a heated steering wheel with mounted controls, heated front seats with power lumbar support, an electronic parking aid, and automatic load-leveling. Options included a power sunroof, wood trim, and a CD changer.

Drivers gave the Cayenne Turbo thumb's up for its responsive handling, firm suspension, smooth turning ability, comfortable interior, and safety features.