2017 Porsche Cayenne S

The 2017 Cayenne is Porsche's luxury SUV, a model that brought sports-car handling to the family-hauler segment. It drives with a poise few SUVs match, feeling more like a tall sports car than a typical people-mover. Inside, the cabin is trimmed in high-quality materials, and the seats are supportive for long trips. Owners note that repair costs are high, but they also praise the build quality and engine performance. Stepping up from the Platinum Edition brings the 3.6L V6 with 420 horsepower, along with adaptive air suspension and upgraded brakes for a sharper driving feel. The 3.6L V6 and eight-speed automatic pair to deliver smooth, immediate power, and the all-wheel drive keeps you planted in corners or wet roads. A Sport Chrono package sharpens the throttle and transmission response, giving the Cayenne S launch-control capability and a sportier exhaust note.