Porsche Cayenne Buyer's Guide - 955/957 - (2003-2010) Models, Trims, Engines & More
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►We're back with another installment of our Buyer's Guide series. This time we take an in-depth look at the First Generation Porsche Cayenne.
Checkout our 955/957- Owners hub on FCP Euro - info.fcpeuro.com/porschecayen...
In this video, we go over everything you need to know when looking to buy an early Porsche Cayenne. We discuss the 2003-2006 pre-facelift 955, and the 2008-2010 post-facelift 957 and the major differences between the two. We also cover all the specific features of the Base, S, Turbo, Turbo S, GTS, and touch on the rare Cayenne S Transsyberia model. We cover the engine and transmission options, as well as the shared components used on all first-generation Porsche Cayenne models so you know what to expect if you are trying to decide which model is best for you. While we mention some of the common problems you can expect when owning a used Cayenne, but be sure to watch our follow up videos that dive even deeper into the common issues, on the first-generation Porsche Cayenne engine, transmission, and chassis systems, as well ways to diagnose them.
Read our first-generation Porsche Cayenne Buyer's Guide on our blog: blog.fcpeuro.com/first-genera...
0:00 - Intro to the Porsche Cayenne
0:29 - The History of the Porsche Cayenne
2:51 - Gen 1 Cayenne Years and Sales
3:19 - Competition for the Cayenne
3:38 - Porsche Cayenne Family Tree - Models & Years Explained
4:14 - What are the Differences between a 955 and 957
4:56 - 955 Model ,Options, Engines, and Transmissions Breakdown
10:21 - 957 Model ,Options, Engines, and Transmissions Breakdown
16:03 - Porsche Cayenne Interior Specs
17:14 - General Problems and Things to Look out For on a 955/957
23:50 - Racing a Porsche Cayenne?
24:30 - Porsche Cayenne Wrap Up
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Being an owner of one of these I can confirm this is one hell of a car, absolutely remarkable piece of engineering, both performance and construction wise. Living in North America it won't matter if you buy Base, S, Turbo, GTS or Turbo S really. The speed limits are pretty strict so you won't be able to do 160-250 or more like you could on Autobahn. But since all of the models accelerate with phenomenal power and top speed being the only difference you can buy any model and you'll be happy. And if you ever need to accelerate fast, like on a highway ramp for instance, you will feel the power regardless of which model you're driving. Cheers!
@rootsRemi
2 жыл бұрын
Hi Jack do u have any experience with the transmission driving on 3rd gear only .. my 2005 twin turbo cayenne transmission only drive on 3rd or reverse and park .. the dealer ship won't even look at it in saudi and every mechanic i visit recommends a new transmission. Please help or refer me to place where i can find an answer 🙏
@mustafar
2 жыл бұрын
@@rootsRemi Why won’t the dealership look at it?
@mediocreman2
Жыл бұрын
Yes the engine is remarkably constructed to fail due to cylinder scoring. Great job Porsche .
@FuzzyGuzzy22
Жыл бұрын
Not the tcm?
@srarcade
Жыл бұрын
@@rootsRemi there is a third party solenoid rebuild kit to fix this for about $100 usd
You sir, are a PORSCHE Cayenne Nerd!!! Totally respect that.
This is the best vehicle generation summary I have ever seen. Cheers!
Impressive quality content and production values !
@fcpeuro
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Philip we are constantly trying to improve!
@chrishorn191
2 жыл бұрын
Extremely impressive
@nikolaiblade3018
Жыл бұрын
@@fcpeuro WERE IS HIBRID MODEL 2012 YOU FORGOT HIM?????
Thanks Nathan. Learned a bunch from your video. Agree with your comments. I’m the third owner of a 2006 Cayenne S. Coolant pipes were done by a previous owner. Mid-drive shaft support bearing failed around 140k. Son & I fixed ourselves with an aftermarket product in about an hour. Recently performed a transmission service (fluid and filter). Regular oil changes. Pulls a 5 x 7 utility trailer with no issues. Pulls other vehicles out of snow banks and ditches, no problem. Scared the crap out of my passengers off-roading up a pretty significant. dirt incline last fall with Conti. CrossContacts (my 2nd set). I do a majority of highway driving so I don’t go through a lot of brake pads or rotors. However, they are among the easiest to replace of any vehicle I’ve ever owned. Will be doing struts, shocks and hatch and glass supports as soon as the weather is a little warmer. Just passed 270,000 miles and it still sings in 8-part harmony. My only problem is my envy for a 2009-2010 Diesel, GTS Manual, or Turbo S; maybe even one of the 600 Transsyberias!
@fcpeuro
3 жыл бұрын
We're happy to see so much love for these!
Absolutely outstanding, I wish all cars had guides this comprehensive!
I own a 2004 Porsche Cayenne S. I bought it year and a half ago, and it is running amazing. I really recommend these cars.
Thank you FCP Euro for providing a ton of info which is very organized. This really helps for a potential buyer like myself.
My second Cayenne is a 2005, with only 30k miles. It has seen rain twice, and is detailed inside, outside and underneath. I only use it for grocery or other supply runs, as I absolutely love and cherish it. My first was a 2009 that I used more often, until I found this 05 with 10k miles, a pampered example, one of ten Porsches the seller kept in A/C storage. They are an amazing SUV, and I will likely keep this truck for many years. I have added a lot of carbon Fiber parts, and Fabspeed cat bypass pipes. Otherwise it is stock. Everybody needing a SUV should consider a Cayenne, of whichever vintage they prefer or can afford. I drive 2 911 Turbos, a Coupe and a Cab, but equally enjoy my time in the Cayenne.
@kaykay865
4 ай бұрын
Don't touch it... just look at it
the amount of knowledge u got ! much respect !
Fantastic overview of the Cayenne models. Appreciate your expertise and passion for the vehicle. Thanks for all you and your teammates do to help the automotive community. Stay safe and healthy!
YOU ARE AWESOME. THE BEST PORSCHE REVIEW I HAVE EVER WATCHED. THANKS FOR BEING SO THOROUGH. I WISH WE HAVE MORE EXPERTS LIKE YOU IN THE BUSINESS OF MAINTEINING OUR PORSCHERS. TOTAL RESPECT. THANKS
These videos are remarkably well made, edited, diagramed, and produced. When I talk about German cars and their trims; a lot of people glaze over. This presents the content in very bite-sized portions. Thanks for explaining this car so completely!
I'm buying a Caynne 957 and I keep re-watching this video, lots of useful info! Thanks FCP Euro!
Very nice explain, I own 2006 S however now looking something better, this really help me, thank you
I own a 14 GTS and learned something new today
@fcpeuro
3 жыл бұрын
Pass the knowledge along Mr JKL!
@empowermph
3 жыл бұрын
..any Cayenne after 957..might as well get a Pana
This was a great video, very informative!
I'm not looking to buy a Cayenne but watched any way. Great information and production value!
First generation also in 2006 had the Cayenne S Titanium model with a few differences over the basic S. The 2 tone interior look also was very sharp.
These buyers guides are very well done!
@fcpeuro
3 жыл бұрын
Glad you're enjoying our buyers guide series tre!
What a great film. Very comprehensive on the genesis and evolution of Cayenne. Thanks so much for sharing.
@fcpeuro
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching Dave White!
Excellent video. Thank you.
I've been scanning deals on these and Touaregs for a few months. This is an incredibly helpful overview that I will most definitely be referring back to.
@DPaulk87
3 жыл бұрын
@Cayenne Captain Too late. I bought a Lexus GX 470 not long after my post. HAHA! It's been great so far, but the itch for the Cayenne/Touareg is still there. Maybe one day...
Such a great and informative video, thank you!!
An excellent clip. Awesome in terms of competence on the car models and presentation. I'm missing the Gen 2 & 3 information here and would definitely like to learn more about cost of maintenance and all the problems with the cars. Looking forward to those clips in the very near future.
This was the best and most informative video. I know exactly which cayenne trim I’m getting.
We have our cayenne turbo since 2003 and we still love it 😅
This is an awesome video on early Cayennes. Superb quality and clear breakdown. Even my partner who's not into cars watched the whole thing.
@fcpeuro
3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for the feedback!
Solid Gold!! Unmistakable knowledge of a great product with zero excuses! Bravo!
@fcpeuro
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks bud, stay gold
09:13 Been looking for one of these for ages definitely a hidden gem! Future classic, Ideally minimal spec just 3.2 V6 engine and manual gearbox!
you guys are awesome. Very helpful video. Really appreciate these. Always been on the fence on a Cayenne, afraid of insane repair costs but I do my own maintenance in general, so thinking maybe I can pull it off.
@fcpeuro
3 жыл бұрын
We have a bunch of follow up videos if you haven't watch them yet that may cover what youre looking for Maor! kzread.info/dash/bejne/gZl5usStn5Swlrg.html , kzread.info/dash/bejne/qJx63LWGj8uags4.html , kzread.info/dash/bejne/k5Npr9aLeqa7ZNI.html
What a brilliant video! I absolutely love the 955 Cayenne Turbo. I am looking to own one someday soon and this video was very helpful and interesting. I am surprised that there is someone out there that knows as much as me and probably more about 955 Cayennes! Cannot wait for more videos on these and I will subscribe. Repair costs worry me when it comes to buying a fairly complex old Porsche but the enjoyment will outweigh this I think.
@bikeninja956
3 жыл бұрын
just keep some money aside or get a third party warranty, know what you're getting into and it's not a problem when you're expecting things to come up..
This perfect! Thanks for doing this!
In the market for my first Porsche. Thank you for an outstanding review of the models!
@fcpeuro
Жыл бұрын
Our pleasure!
Excellent information, thank you!
After a couple years of ownership, I love my '09 Turbo and it ain't going anywhere!
outstanding work. Thanks.
excellent tutorial on Porsche
Phenomenal video. Makes me want to visit the site!
@fcpeuro
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Eid Speed - head on over to the site and take a look around!
Very well expounded video! I don't even own one but now need to get my hands on one maybe :)
Awesome video, just like the car. Picked up a 2016 cayenne GTS and life is so Good. Thanks. Liked and subscribed.
@fcpeuro
3 жыл бұрын
We need to grab a GTS for the shop, we loved having that car here for a few days! Thanks for the Sub Good Dawg45
The want is so strong for a first gen Cayenne. Seems like a great multitool of a Porsche. Comfy fun to drive daily, then on the weekends tow a race car, hit the camp site, or clean it up and go on a date.
Great overview of the 955 /957. One correction to a statement about the Porsche Cayenne Transsyberia: As stated in the video, Porsche commemorated their wins in the Transsyberia Rallye (26 custom built Porsche Cayenne made it to the race) by building a limited edition 'Porsche Cayenne Transsyberia' for 2010. In total Porsche built and sold 600 of those cars worldwide. Only 102 made it to the states and only 39 came in the iconic black-orange combination. Making this car pretty rare, in fact more rare than the Porsche 997.1 GT3 RS (production number: 1,168, 410 sold in the US) of the same year that could be ordered with the same black orange color combination.
Bought my 2009 957 Turbo because I wanted an inexpensive 4x4 imagine my surprise when I pushed on the pedal and my neck snapped.. wow sure enjoying this car..
Great video👌🏽
I had a 2004 Cayenne S when it came out and sold it once it was out of warranty. Loved it while I had it and I still think 955 was the best looking.
Badass video. Ty so much!
Thats a very impressive video
Great informative video! When can we expect one for the next gen cayennes??
One of the greatest videos out there. Thank you for all the info. I have one quick question for you. I am on the market for a Cayenne 04-06. I am seeing some cars having some characteristic grooves on the upper side of the central triangle on the steering wheel and some others without. My question is this. The absence of these grooves is it a sign that the vehicle has been involved in an accident and the airbag was deployed (and when repaired no grooves could be added) or is it just another version for the steering wheel? Thank you in advance and keep up the good work!
What a great video! Who the heck knew the Cayenne S had a dry-sump...
Great video! Really well done. One question, do you guys know if you can actually separate the intake manifold to service the change over cylinder bushings? The intake seems to be fused together and no matter how much heat, it is not budging.
Very well done Sir !
@fcpeuro
6 ай бұрын
Glad you liked it!
Great vid, really assisted me in which one to buy. Tx
@fcpeuro
2 жыл бұрын
Which one will you end up with Warren?
Great Video
Great presentation very informative thank you 🙏
@fcpeuro
3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
Excellent Excellent Video - thank you
Ok Nate, I’m gonna buy a Cayenne Turbo now.
@fcpeuro
2 жыл бұрын
Welcome to the club!!
great video,Thank you.
@fcpeuro
Жыл бұрын
Our pleasure!
Very well done and helpful. Will you be doing one for the 958's?
Top job, well done you 👍😎🤙
Bought an 05 S great car.
This is the best! I wish there was a similar breakdown of the gen 2 cayenne
@fcpeuro
3 жыл бұрын
We'll let the team know you're interested!
@HRradness
Жыл бұрын
I’m in as well I’m in the market for a 2011 S And I don’t trust the jokers who purport to be experts. Also I buy my VW maintenance supplies from you guys.
Thanks, makes me even happier with my '07 S. It also seems that my Cayenne S is especially well-optioned compared to other S on the market. I really like how its interior is more luxury-oriented than the GTS. The GTS is really nice with its sporty exterior styling but I find the front grille in S to be more stylish than the empty space on the GTS.
I bought a 2009 cayenne 3 years ago and chose a 3.6 to avoid the air suspension. I’ve done 50,000 miles with a prop shaft issue replaced for £800 with a newer stronger version. It sucks petrol but I love the car and I straight piped it for £20 and it sounds wonderful. We go frequently overseas in it and it’s perfect.
@DonJDawson
Жыл бұрын
Aww dude the air suspension in these is not an issue.
@garsimmulholland4984
Жыл бұрын
I bought a newer one with air...you’re right!!
Very impressive video! Makes me even happier to have my 957 GTS!
@fcpeuro
3 жыл бұрын
957 GTS is a pretty specimen!
@RC-fe9py
3 жыл бұрын
@@fcpeuro it really is! People love it! I think this is the best looking Cayanne made ever! Just classic timeless good looks...
@GU_WOP_O
3 жыл бұрын
7 years ago I had the opportunity to buy a manual gts red 957 and I opted for a black on black cayenne s because I thought the gts had a 6 cylinder in it. Biggest mistake I’ve made up to this point in my life.
@astramk3786
3 жыл бұрын
@@RC-fe9py defo brother....have a black 08 gts.....styling is timeless forever beautiful
@RC-fe9py
3 жыл бұрын
@@astramk3786 pure facts! Ours turns heads everywhere we go man!
Love my 2004 cayenne turbo.
Thanks Wonderfull video 🎉
Excellent assessment. My 2006 S at 122,000 miles is a great, solid vehicle. It does not need a drop of oil between changes.
@fcpeuro
3 жыл бұрын
These cars can last a very long time with basic preventative maintenance! Be sure to checkout our Video all about your engine if you havent already!
@thomashocker2792
2 жыл бұрын
I own a 2005 S great car.
Thank you very much, really helpful video. I own a 911 and am looking to buy one of these as a daily driver. Really useful Thanks
@fcpeuro
2 жыл бұрын
Happy to be of some help! That would be a killer combo🙂
can you cover the "steering faulty" problem on 957 turbo s please it's the only thing i've had a problem with but it's sooooo annoying! Excellent video. I'm holding on to mine love it otherwise.
Good Job!
A Transiberia just sold for 180k where I live. It came onto the market an article was written up on it and bam sold.
Great video... it would take hours to gather all this information.
@fcpeuro
Жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
Excellent review!! I've had a 2004 turbo for ten years and it only has 72k miles. After taking care of the brittle/burned wires in the headlights, horns, fuel pump, coolant pipes, I thoroughly enjoys putting a couple thousand miles per year on it and will keep it forever. Working on it is pretty easy with youtube videos, and FCP parts!
@fcpeuro
Жыл бұрын
We love to hear it Mikey! Just avoid Colorado rivers...
Very nice review, thanks! You should publish a printable card with a summary on the models and motors.
@fcpeuro
3 жыл бұрын
Thats not a bad idea Mike! You may find our hub here helpful as well with that info cayenne955.fcpeuro.com/
@mikesnyder9963
3 жыл бұрын
@@fcpeuro Thanks, this is perfect, I just discovered you guys yesterday! Nice resource!
@fcpeuro
3 жыл бұрын
@@mikesnyder9963 Happy to be a help!
Very thorough and informative Review! Thank you. I have a recently purchased 2010 GTS Design Edition 3 Model. What would you recommend for an engine Tune? Also which size/Make of Winter Tires would you recommend for A Snowy area of Canada?
excellent review of the 1st two generations of this truck. minor niggle, i have the 955 bridge between 2006 and 2008. The Titanium was produced as a value package that was pretty standard with dual exhaust, bi-xenon's and two tone leather options. other than that great summary and review and i'm still loving my 2006+ which i've owned since new!
is there a video that gives a full breakdown of the 4wd system?
Great video! What about the Diesel and S Diesel?
great video. can you do one for the 958??
I have '08 GTS w/ 91k miles and aside from the lazy transmission it's a fantastic vehicle. Great for towing the racecar to the track. The radio could use an update but otherwise very minor complaints.
@fcpeuro
3 жыл бұрын
A few employees are on the hunt for a 955/57 to use a racecar tow vehicles! Apple CarPlay would be nice ^.^ What kind of trailer do you pull with it?
@miketurco5282
3 жыл бұрын
@@fcpeuro a Rice 16ft open deck. With the car and trailer it's a bit over 5klbs. Trailer brake is necessary but otherwise no issues. The air suspension does really well. I also put it in Sport mode or PSM off to use 1st gear. The cayenne knows enough to hang the gears longer when a trailer is connected but doesn't inherently use first gear.
Definitely the most comprehensive review on the Cayenne...well done! Could you please elaborate on the off -road specs concerning the existence of rear/center diff locks, according to model?
@Layingloww
2 жыл бұрын
I was waiting the whole video for exactly that smh but I think the rear locker is an option I’m almost certain the center lock is standard but I really want to know for sure
957 GTS luv it still. Only issue is squeeky pano sunroof. Great Review
@fcpeuro
3 жыл бұрын
When you turn the bose system up loud enough you cant hear it squeek Kevin ;-)
@valon18
2 жыл бұрын
Gummi Pflege Stift should solve your issue
Great content. Please do this for gen 2 and 3
@mongkholanurakdanthai449
3 жыл бұрын
Gen 2 please
@thistimenextyear77
3 жыл бұрын
2010 onwards please
@thistimenextyear77
3 жыл бұрын
And 2015 onwards
I'm calling it now... 5-10 years from now, the early gen (especially the face lift) turbo and GTS model Cayennes will be collectible. Alot of the issues are ironed out and well documented, and the aftermarket support is there in terms of products that address alot of the major issues the platform had. Enthusiasts will drive the prices up on these over the next decade guaranteed.
@fcpeuro
3 жыл бұрын
We could easily see that happening, although it is fairly difficult to find many under 100-120k miles , cant imagine in another 5-10 years. We plan to get some as project cars to mess around with!
@gureno19
3 жыл бұрын
@@fcpeuro definitely alot of high mileage cars! But that doesnt seem the effect other collectible SUV/4wds.
good video, would like the gen 2. any info about the diesel good/bad?
Great Content & now where are can these Wonderful Cayennes be purchased?
What a great video
@fcpeuro
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching Paul!
Would love to see an episode like this for the first Gen Q7 and the Touareg please……pretty please.
I ❤️❤️❤️ my 2010 GTS. 😁 All my parts come from FCP Euro!
@fcpeuro
3 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear it Pollux95630! Appreciate the support and happy to help keep your GTS on the road!
I'm a fairly new owner of a '09 GTS (957) with under 90k mi that is my new daily driver. There are some issues, but I love the car - esp. with the air suspension and sport mode. Other things to note : almost everything is Torx bolts (ended up buying a bunch of new sockets to work on this - even the license plate holder is Torx), gas mileage is a sore spot (with great care, I can get 18 mpg - it's usually much worse), and repairs can be expensive (even DIY - parts are expensive compared to my old Hyundai Santa Fe). Generic ODBC II does not help much - it's worth spending the money on a Porsche specific scan tool. While there are great deals available, don't forget they were $50k+ when new (looks like mine was $84k), so it can be expensive to keep them running. Plan accordingly... Thanks for the video - one of the best I have seen for 955/957. I'm looking forward to the others in the series.
@fcpeuro
3 жыл бұрын
You bring up a lot of good points here Johnathon, while many people like the idea of upgrading to one of these cars - they don't always adjust their expectations which could lead to a bad experience. We're very happy to hear that you're loving your new (to you) Cayenne though - they're excellent cars. Luckily, companies like us exist to help you save on parts when the time comes to fix things. As far as content, we were filming more 955/957 videos over the past couple weeks, so we have quite a bit more coming that can help you out. Let us know what you think when the other videos come!
Ok, this was amazing. Thank you..as someone who knows nothing about cars. Which model/s should I be seriously consider in 2022? Any and all opinions welcomed. Thanks
@FCP Euro Rockstar video. Will you do similar one for Gen 2?
@fcpeuro
3 жыл бұрын
We certainly will juppiel!
Thank you
My 2006 Cayenne Turbo S will be hitting the market soon in Pa. Black on black, 165K. Asking price starts at $14K. Beauty and a beast.
@fcpeuro
3 жыл бұрын
What if we bought it from you and made a build out of it here on our channel would you let it go to us for less!? 😬🤔 Sent the details to benjamin.marouski@fcpeuro.com
Need a second generation video!
@fcpeuro
Жыл бұрын
It's on our list!
Hi very clean n detailed history of two generations of cayenne. Thanks. Is there a 957 with a 3.6 diesel engine / Stepney tyre mounted on the boot hatch door. Is that as reliable as the petrol counter part. Love from India. 👍
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Great overview Video. Would love to get some perspective on Gen 1 vs Gen 2 reliability. I know Porsche put a lot into the GEN version in order to make the company profitable. When it came to GEN two did they rest on their laurels or did they make significant advancements? Just trying to figure out if I should be going for a really nicr Gen 1 or are Gen 2’s better.