2009 Porsche Cayenne Reviews, Pricing & Specs

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The Porsche Cayenne receives another trim level for 2009, adding yet another configuration for the larger of its two available engines. The Base trim gets a 290-hp, 3.6-liter V6, while the S, GTS, Turbo, and the new Turbo S trims all enjoy V8 power, in sequentially rising levels of 385, 405, 500, and 550 hp. A six-speed manual transmission comes standard on Base and GTS trims, with the option of a six-speed automatic, while all remaining trims are limited to the automatic transmission.

Power is adequate with the V6, although lacking in certain high-stress situations, and impressive with the 385-hp S trim’s V8. From there, any extra power seems to be for fun-factor alone. The GTS’s 405-hp V8 pulls confidently from line to line, although some complaints have been seen regarding the manual transmission’s sloppy action. Regardless, the GTS is the trim where the Cayenne breaks the 6-second 0-60 barrier, and it only gets faster from there. The automatic transmission has been almost universally lauded over the manual, even though a manual transmission in a V8 “sport” SUV is nothing to ignore. All engines require premium-grade gasoline.

No matter the trim, the Cayenne comes with AWD equipped with a low-range gear for off-roading, and it has a maximum towing capacity of 7,716 pounds - not unimpressive for a “truck” that’s still darned fun to drive. A Sport button comes standard, which allows the driver to select “Comfort,” “Normal,” and “Sport” settings - although if test drives are any indication, it’d be best to leave “Normal” engaged on anything other than freshly paved roads. That said, while the engines get a lot of press, perhaps the best aspect of the Cayenne is its handling. Normal is anything but, showing other entrants into the class just how well an SUV that’s approaching three tons can handle.

Dual front, front side, and curtain side airbags with rollover deployment, antilock four-wheel disc brakes with brake assist, an anti-skid system with rollover sensors, and a tire-pressure monitoring system all come standard across all Cayenne trims.

Michael Perkins
Published May 31, 2022 by Michael Perkins
A CarGurus contributor since 2008, Michael started his career writing about cars with the SCCA - winning awards during his time as editor of Top End magazine. Since then, his journalistic travels have taken him from NY to Boston to CA, completing a cross-country tour on a restored vintage Suzuki. While his preference is for fine German automobiles - and the extra leg room they so often afford - his first automobile memories center around impromptu Mustang vs. Corvette races down the local highway, in the backseat of his father's latest acquisition.

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by Eddie D
May 03, 2024
The car is overpriced. I took a porche cayenne to trade for this one with only 1000 more miles. I was afford $3,000 for mine, but they expect to get $22,000 for theirs. May 03, 2024
by Carmen C
Feb 29, 2024
Although it is definitely an older vehicle I love this car. I think that it suits my family and lifestyle very well. Feb 29, 2024
by caleb s
Jan 22, 2023
The Cayenne is the ~shizzle. 1. The 2009 is a Generation 1, 2.0. This means all the bugs from Gen 1, 1.0 have been worked out by the Racing Engineers. 2. Mine has AWD w/ a locking rear differential feature that keeps it from getting stuck in the quicksand & mud out @ the Ranch. 3. The V8 is stellar. Ive pulled my 1985 Toyota 4X4 PU through the I-17 mountains on a UHaul transporter, pulled stuck PUs out of the sand & large dead trees for area beautification projects. I pull a utility trailer w/ my 2009 Cayenne. 4. The Havana interior is impeccable. The cockpit setup is a little lacking; the steering wheel takes a minute 2 get use too, the triangular shape is quite different. I dont use the manual shift feature on the steering wheel. I prefer paddle shifting. Thats a personal preference. All the bells, whistles, cautions & warnings R visible & take the guess work out of troubleshooting the fault. The vehicle will even tell U when the battery is low in your key. My favorite feature is the tire pressure sensor display on the dash. Out @ the Ranch, I find it necessary 2 observe on a continuous basis. 5. Because of the Porsche Racing Pedigree, the scheduled maintenance is completely different & 2 B strictly followed. If not, repairs R costly. The trick is: pull the scheduled maintenance yourself. Its not hard. Ive downloaded an entire maintenance library from the University of YouTube. Note: 2 issues will occur. 1. The coolant overflow reservoir will leak & need replacing. 2. The driveshaft bearing rubber support will fail & need replacing. Other than that, the Cayenne is a !BEAST! of a vehicle. Im looking 2 purchase another 1. Im sold on them. I !!!love!!! mine. Jan 22, 2023

2009 Porsche Cayenne Pricing

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Trims & specs

Air Conditioning

Active charcoal air filtration · Climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones · Rear air conditioning: with independent controls · Dual rear air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: diversity · Auxiliary audio input: jack · CD changer: 6 · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Bose · AM/FM radio · XM satellite radio · 2 subwoofers · Total Number of Speakers: 14 · 350 watts

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Armrests: rear center folding with storage and pass-thru · Center console trim: alloy · Dash trim: wood · Door sill trim: carbon · Door trim: wood · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front and rear · Headliner trim: leather · Shift knob trim: alloy · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Assist handle: front and rear · Cargo cover: retractable · Center console: front console with armrest · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: climate control · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: Servotronic · Reading lights: front · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: transmission controls · Storage: front seatback · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 12

Drivetrain

4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 4.30 · Locking differential: rear

Exterior Features

Bumper underguard(s): front and rear · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: alloy · Mirror color: aluminum · Paint: special factory paint · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear trunk/liftgate: power operated · Skid plate(s): engine · Window trim: black

Header

Option Delete: Generic

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3

In Car Entertainment

Video monitor location: dual rear · Video monitor size: 7 · Video system: DVD player

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: coolant temperature warning

Lights

Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: cornering

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Passenger Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 8

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Roof

Moonroof: power glass · Roof rack: with crossbars · Roof rack color: black · Roof rails: black · Sunroof: panoramic

Safety

Camera system: rearview · Parking sensors: front and rear

Seatbelts

Rear center seatbelt: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front

Seats

Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: sport · Heated: front seats · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather-trimmed

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary

Suspension

Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear

Telematics

Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Type: performance

Tires and Rims

Wheels: painted steel

Towing and Hauling

Trailer hitch: ready

Windows

Front wipers: rain sensing · Liftgate window: manual flip-up · Power windows: remote operation · Rear wiper: intermittent

Air Conditioning

Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Automatic climate control rear air conditioning · Dual rear air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: diversity · Auxiliary audio input: jack · CD changer: 6 · 6 disc CD/DVD in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Bose · AM/FM radio · XM satellite radio · 2 subwoofers · Total Number of Speakers: 14 · 350 watts

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brakes: disc

Comfort Features

Armrests: rear center folding with storage and pass-thru · Center console trim: leather · Dash trim: leather · Door sill trim: carbon · Door trim: carbon · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front and rear · Headliner trim: leather · Shift knob trim: alloy · Steering wheel trim: wood

Convenience Features

Assist handle: front and rear · Cargo cover: retractable · Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: steering wheel · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: Servotronic · Reading lights: rear · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: front seatback · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 12

Drivetrain

4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.55 · Locking differential: rear

Exterior Features

Bumper underguard(s): front and rear · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: alloy · Mirror color: aluminum · Paint: special factory paint · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear trunk/liftgate: power operated · Skid plate(s): engine · Window trim: black

Header

Option Delete: Generic

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3

In Car Entertainment

Video monitor location: dual rear · Video monitor size: 7 · Video system: DVD player

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low oil pressure

Lights

Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: Xenon

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: manual

Passenger Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 12

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Roof

Moonroof: tilt · Roof rack: with crossbars · Roof rack color: black · Roof rails: black · Sunroof: panoramic

Safety

Camera system: rearview · Parking sensors: front and rear

Seatbelts

Rear center seatbelt: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front

Seats

Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: sport · Heated: mulitlevel · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather-trimmed

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary

Suspension

Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front

Telematics

Navigation system: DVD navigation system · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Type: performance

Tires and Rims

Wheels: painted steel

Towing and Hauling

Trailer hitch: ready

Windows

Front wipers: rain sensing · Liftgate window: manual flip-up · Power windows: remote operation · Rear wiper: intermittent

Air Conditioning

Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Rear air conditioning: with independent controls · Dual rear air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: diversity · Auxiliary audio input: jack · 6 disc CD/DVD in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Bose · AM/FM radio · XM satellite radio · 2 subwoofers · Total Number of Speakers: 14 · 350 watts

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brakes: disc · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Armrests: rear center folding with storage and pass-thru · Center console trim: alloy · Dash trim: leather · Door trim: leather · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front and rear · Headliner trim: Alcantara · Shift knob trim: carbon fiber · Steering wheel trim: leather

Convenience Features

Assist handle: front and rear · Cargo cover: retractable · Center console: second row · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: driver seat · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: Servotronic · Reading lights: front · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: paddle shifter · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 12

Drivetrain

4WD Type: full time

Exterior Features

Bumper underguard(s): front and rear · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Mirror color: aluminum · Paint: special factory paint · Rear trunk/liftgate: power operated

Header

Option Delete: Generic

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3

In Car Entertainment

Video monitor location: dual rear · Video monitor size: 6.5 · Video system: DVD player

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: Auto on/off

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: auto-dimming

Passenger Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 12

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Roof

Moonroof: power glass · Roof rack: with crossbars · Roof rails: black · Sunroof: panoramic

Safety

Camera system: rearview · Parking sensors: front and rear

Seatbelts

Rear center seatbelt: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front and rear

Seats

Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: sport bucket · Heated: mulitlevel · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary

Suspension

Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear

Telematics

Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Type: summer performance

Tires and Rims

Wheels: painted steel

Towing and Hauling

Trailer hitch: ready

Windows

Front wipers: intermittent · Liftgate window: manual flip-up · Power windows: remote operation · Rear wiper: intermittent

Air Conditioning

Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Automatic climate control rear air conditioning · Dual rear air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: diversity · Auxiliary audio input: jack · 6 disc CD/DVD in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Bose · AM/FM radio · XM satellite radio · 2 subwoofers · Total Number of Speakers: 14 · 140 watts

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brakes: ventilated disc

Comfort Features

Armrests: rear center folding with storage and pass-thru · Center console trim: alloy · Dash trim: alloy · Door sill trim: carbon · Door trim: wood · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front and rear · Headliner trim: leather · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather and wood

Convenience Features

Assist handle: front and rear · Cargo cover: retractable · Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: power steering wheel · Memorized settings: side mirrors · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: front · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: power tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: cargo tie-down anchors and hooks · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 12

Drivetrain

4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.27 · Locking differential: rear

Exterior Features

Bumper underguard(s): front and rear · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: alloy · Mirror color: aluminum · Paint: special factory paint · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Skid plate(s): engine · Window trim: black

Header

Option Delete: Generic

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3

In Car Entertainment

Video monitor location: dual rear · Video monitor size: 7 · Video system: DVD player

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low oil pressure

Lights

Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: cornering

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: heated

Passenger Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 12

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Roof

Moonroof: tilt · Roof rack: with crossbars · Roof rack color: black · Roof rails: black · Sunroof: panoramic

Safety

Camera system: rearview · Parking sensors: front

Seatbelts

Rear center seatbelt: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front

Seats

Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: sport · Passenger seat power adjustments: height · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary

Suspension

Driver Adjustable Suspension: ride control · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Leveling: self leveling suspension · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): front and rear · Suspension control: electronic

Telematics

Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheels: painted steel

Towing and Hauling

Trailer hitch: ready

Windows

Front wipers: rain sensing · Liftgate window: manual flip-up · Power windows: remote operation · Rear wiper: intermittent

Air Conditioning

Active charcoal air filtration · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones · Rear air conditioning: with independent controls · Dual rear air conditioning zones

Airbags

Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags

Audio System

Antenna Type: diversity · USB auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Bose · AM/FM radio · XM satellite radio · 2 subwoofers · Total Number of Speakers: 14 · 250 watts

Brakes

ABS: 4-wheel · Front brakes: disc · Rear brakes: disc

Comfort Features

Armrests: rear center folding with storage and pass-thru · Center console trim: alloy · Dash trim: wood · Door sill trim: carbon · Door trim: wood · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front and rear · Shift knob trim: wood · Steering wheel trim: leather and wood

Convenience Features

Assist handle: front and rear · Cargo cover: retractable · Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Easy entry: power steering wheel · Memorized settings: passenger seat · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Reading lights: rear · Rear power outlet: 12V · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: transmission controls · Storage: cargo tie-down anchors and hooks · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating

Driver Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 14

Drivetrain

4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.27 · Locking differential: rear

Exterior Features

Bumper underguard(s): front and rear · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: alloy · Mirror color: aluminum · Paint: special factory paint · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear trunk/liftgate: power operated · Skid plate(s): engine · Window trim: black

Header

Option Delete: Generic

Headrests

Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3

In Car Entertainment

Video monitor location: dual rear · Video monitor size: 7 · Video system: DVD player

Instrumentation

Warnings and reminders: low fuel level

Lights

Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps · Headlights: cornering

Mirrors

Exterior mirrors: power

Passenger Seat

Adjustable lumbar support: power · Power adjustments: 14

Rear Seats

Type: 60-40 split bench

Roof

Moonroof: tilt · Roof rack: with crossbars · Roof rack color: black · Roof rails: black · Sunroof: panoramic

Safety

Camera system: rearview · Parking sensors: rear

Seatbelts

Rear center seatbelt: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front and rear

Seats

Driver seat power adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat power adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: premium leather

Spare Tire

Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary

Suspension

Driver Adjustable Suspension: height · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Leveling: self leveling suspension · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: pneumatic springs · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Stabilizer bar(s): rear · Suspension control: electronic

Telematics

Navigation system: DVD navigation system · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth

Tires

Type: all season

Tires and Rims

Wheels: painted steel

Towing and Hauling

Trailer hitch: ready

Windows

Front wipers: rain sensing · Liftgate window: manual flip-up · Power windows: remote operation · Rear wiper: intermittent

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