There’s no getting around that a Cayenne is still a tall 5,000 lb SUV. So it’s never going to feel like a sports car but compared to pretty much any other SUV it has better suspension, engine, brakes, and seats. Add to that a pretty luxurious interior and it’s hard to find a suitable alternative.
The turbo acceleration can be a Dr Jekyll/Mr Hyde personality. Sometimes it has just good acceleration but other times when the speed, rpm, and throttle position are just right it accelerates like a scalded cat. Insane highway speeds are easily attained without much drama.
I like the driving feel of the Macan better but the couple inches less rear seat room and cargo space mean I won’t be shopping for one.
Here’s how easily my 62cm bike fits in the back of the Cayenne:
