2012 Porsche Cayenne Reliability

Type: Sedan
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People Paid:
$7,569-$15,189

MPG: 15-20

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Consumer Rating

The JD Power 100-Point Score is based on hundreds of thousands of independent and unbiased opinions of verified car owners.

Out of 100

Quality & Reliability

Great

81/100

Measures the level of defects, malfunctions, and design flaws experienced by vehicle owners. Covers the entire vehicle from engine to infotainment system. A higher rating means fewer problems.

Driving Experience

Great

87/100

Owners' evaluation of the vehicle's design, performance, comfort, functionality, safety, and technology, comprise this rating. Newer and recently-redesigned vehicles tend to score better.

Resale

Great

82/100

JD Power's forecast of depreciation (how much of its current value the vehicle will likely lose) over the next three years. Lower depreciation equals a higher rating.

Dealership Experience

Not Rated

Owners' experience with this brand's dealerships during the purchase and service process make up this rating. Key factors include customer service, dealership facilities, and the quality of work.

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Best Midsize Premium SUV of 2012

All JD Power rankings are powered by VIN verified vehicle owners. See ratings methodology.

Midsize Premium SUV

Rating

#1 Lexus GX
85
#1 Lexus RX
85
#2 Porsche Cayenne
83
#3 Cadillac SRX
80
#3 INFINITI FX35
80

Midsize Premium SUV

Rating

#4 Acura MDX
79
#4 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
79
#5 BMW X5
77
#6 Audi Q7
76
#6 Volvo XC70
76

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2012 Cayenne for Sale near Columbus, OH

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2012 Porsche Cayenne Base

$12,999

Mileage: 122,122

Location: 93 miles away

2011 Porsche Cayenne S

$13,995

Mileage: 108,575

Location: 93 miles away

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$6,000

Mileage: 145,458

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$9,566

Mileage: 132,368

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Mileage: 134,240

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$5,995

Mileage: 112,524

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$9,998

Mileage: 34,128

Location: 57 miles away

2012 Lexus ES 350 350

$11,291

Mileage: 134,769

Location: 92 miles away

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Owners Like

Measured owner satisfaction with 2012 Porsche Cayenne after 90-days of ownership.

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The problems experienced by owners of the 2012 Porsche Cayenne during the first 90-days of ownership.

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Performance Specs

Combined MPG

15 - 20

Combined MPGe

Horsepower

300 - 500

Transmission

6 speed, Automatic w/manual shift, 6 speed, Manual, 8 speed, Automatic w/manual shift

Engine

Gas V6, Gas V8, Gas/Electric V6, Turbocharged Gas V8

Drivetrain

All Wheel Drive

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Consumer Rating

The JD Power 100-Point Score is based on hundreds of thousands of independent and unbiased opinions of verified car owners.

Out of 100

Quality & Reliability

Great

81/100

Measures the level of defects, malfunctions, and design flaws experienced by vehicle owners. Covers the entire vehicle from engine to infotainment system. A higher rating means fewer problems.

Driving Experience

Great

87/100

Owners' evaluation of the vehicle's design, performance, comfort, functionality, safety, and technology, comprise this rating. Newer and recently-redesigned vehicles tend to score better.

Resale

Great

82/100

JD Power's forecast of depreciation (how much of its current value the vehicle will likely lose) over the next three years. Lower depreciation equals a higher rating.

Dealership Experience

Not Rated

Owners' experience with this brand's dealerships during the purchase and service process make up this rating. Key factors include customer service, dealership facilities, and the quality of work.

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