Porsche Cayenne S (2023) review
May 2023:
Porsche has overhauled the Cayenne, tweaking everything from the engines to the dashboard.
(International first drive review)
May 2023:
Porsche has overhauled the Cayenne, tweaking everything from the engines to the dashboard.
(International first drive review)
May 2023:
How does the least powerful model in the new Porsche Cayenne range stack up?
(International first drive review)
May 2023:
Plug-in hybrid is set to be the most popular for Cayenne customers, even in the 'Coupe'.
(International first drive review)
Apr 2023:
Can the Porsche 911 Dakar live up to its namesake or is it suitable only for collectors?
(International first drive review)
Mar 2023:
The Porsche 911 Cabriolet is the yardstick for drop-top sports cars, but does it make sense in focused GTS form?
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Dec 2022:
This is the most stylish, most luxurious and most capable Cayenne Porsche makes.
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Dec 2022:
Porsche's electric Taycan gets extra practicality without losing any sportiness.
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Mar 2022:
The Macan T adds considered dynamism to Porsche's SUV.
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Mar 2022:
Lightweight, high-performance coupe is the jewel in the crown of the Porsche RS range.
(International first drive review)
Dec 2021:
Porsche's electric sports car gets extra practicality without losing any sportiness.
(International first drive review)
Nov 2021:
The sporty GTS trim level has now come to the electric Porsche Taycan sports saloon.
(International first drive review)
Nov 2021:
All-wheel drive may make the brilliant 911 more useable, but the new GTS version still feels too firm for Irish roads.
(International first drive review)
Oct 2021:
The latest 911 GT3 is an awesome bit of kit, and the manual gearbox only brings you closer to the action.
(International first drive review)
Oct 2021:
Don't be fooled by the price tag; the basic Macan is one of the best models in the range.
(International first drive review)
Sep 2021:
There's a Porsche 911 GTS for all tastes now, but the new 992 version still manages to engage drivers like few others.
(International first drive review)
Sep 2021:
While waiting for the electric Macan, we've tried out the facelifted Porsche Macan GTS.
(International first drive review)
Jul 2021:
The Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT is the fastest SUV around the Nürburgring, but how does it fare on the road?
(International first drive review)
Jul 2021:
Is the Porsche 911 GT3 Touring really toned down, or is it simply stealthier?
(International first drive review)
Jul 2021:
Few cars can claim to be a race car for the road in the way the Porsche 911 GT3 can, but is the 992 generation still as good?
(International first drive review)
Apr 2021:
How can you improve on the electric Porsche Taycan? Turn it into an even more comfortable crossover-estate.
(International first drive review)
Feb 2021:
The longest-range Porsche Taycan is here, but is this rear-drive version the one to go for?
(International first drive review)
Dec 2020:
Another variant of the 992 Porsche Turbo family lands. Just don't call it the 'low power' one...
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Dec 2020:
Here's the entry-level hybrid of the revised Porsche Panamera line-up is tested. Any good?
(International first drive review)
Dec 2020:
Do you really need a manual gearbox in the Porsche 911, when it's so good as a PDK?
(International first drive review)
Dec 2020:
Porsche adds a PDK automatic gearbox option to the GTS 4.0. Still amazing?
(International first drive review)
Sep 2020:
The plug-in hybrid in the updated Porsche Panamera range gains plenty of power.
(International first drive review)
Sep 2020:
The GTS is not the most powerful of the new Panameras, but it is the best.
(International first drive review)
Sep 2020:
Do we need a 630hp V8 estate? Nope, but we're glad this Panamera Turbo S exists.
(International first drive review)
Aug 2020:
Porsche's coolest open-top returns, but is the Targa the go-to 992 option?
(International first drive review)
Jul 2020:
Another day, another five-star Porsche. When will this company drop the ball?
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Jun 2020:
Are we looking at the greatest modern Porsche of all? We think so, yes.
(International first drive review)
Jun 2020:
Porsche’s brave new electric future looks like it’ll be bloody terrific, if this ‘Ground Zero’ EV Taycan is any reasonable yardstick.
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Jun 2020:
The 650hp Porsche 911 Turbo S lands and it’s a phenomenal piece of kit.
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Mar 2020:
Base spec? Such a phrase does a total injustice to a sports car as wonderful as this one.
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Feb 2020:
Glory be, you can now have a flat-six 4.0-litre in the Porsche 718 Cayman GTS.
(International first drive review)
Feb 2020:
Fancy hearing Porsche's 4.0 flat-six? Get yourself the new 718 Boxster GTS then.
(International first drive review)
Feb 2020:
The updated Porsche Macan GTS is the most driver-focused version of the most driver-focused SUV on sale.
(International first drive review)
Jan 2020:
The 2020 Porsche Macan Turbo has a smaller engine. Still mighty though.
(International first drive review)
Nov 2019:
A Porsche 911 GT3 without a roof and guaranteed to hold its value? But is the Speedster any good?
(International first drive review)
Aug 2019:
Mental acceleration and saintly eco-figures are offered by the latest Porsche Cayenne hybrid.
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Jul 2019:
The return of a six-cylinder engine for the Porsche 718 is only part of the new Spyder’s appeal.
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May 2019:
Topping the new Porsche Cayenne Coupe range is the mighty 550hp Turbo model.
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Mar 2019:
The second derivation of the 992-generation Porsche 911 is the open-top Cabriolet. And it’s a peach.
(International first drive review)
Feb 2019:
Flat-sounding engine aside, there’s very little to fault about the corking new Porsche 718 Cayman T.
(International first drive review)
Feb 2019:
Focused four-cylinder fun from the cracking new Porsche 718 Boxster T.
(International first drive review)
Jan 2019:
We’ve established that the 992-generation Porsche 911 Carrera S is a gem; so what’s the four-wheel-drive 4S model like?
(International first drive review)
Jan 2019:
Our first drive of the 992-generation Porsche 911 is in the rather delectable new Carrera S.
(International first drive review)
Dec 2018:
It’ll be expensive, but the V6-powered Porsche Macan S is most definitely worth the extra outlay.
(International first drive review)
Dec 2018:
A facelift and four-cylinder power for one of our very favourite SUVs, the Porsche Macan.
(International first drive review)
Oct 2018:
The sweet spot in the Porsche Panamera range is this, the new GTS model, effectively a ‘junior’ Turbo.
(International first drive review)
May 2018:
The first hybrid version of Porsche’s new Cayenne is faster and more efficient than its predecessor.
(International first drive review)
Apr 2018:
Somewhat unbelievably, Porsche has made the epic 911 GT3 RS even faster.
(International first drive review)
Apr 2018:
One last spin in the best current Porsche 911 - the Carrera 4 GTS.
(Quick spin)
Jan 2018:
Porsche has found space between the entry-level 911 Carrera and the S. Say hello to the sublime new 911 Carrera T.
(International first drive review)
Nov 2017:
More power and more precision make the new Porsche 718 Cayman GTS an agile track-day weapon.
(International first drive review)
Nov 2017:
As 2017 closes out, the Porsche Boxster GTS gives us one of the sharpest, most rewarding driving experiences of the year.
(International first drive review)
Nov 2017:
New Porsche Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid Sport Turismo is an insanely fast estate with saintly eco-figures.
(International first drive review)
Oct 2017:
If money really is no object and you want the ultimate new Porsche Cayenne, it has to be the exceptional Turbo model.
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Oct 2017:
We've driven the entry-level version of Porsche's impressive new family SUV, the Cayenne.
(International first drive review)
Sep 2017:
The new 2018 Porsche Cayenne Turbo is one of the most technologically advanced SUVs on the market; we go for an early ride in one.
(Passenger ride)
Aug 2017:
Porsche has relented and given purists the option to buy its sensational new 911 GT3 with a manual gearbox. Praise be...
(International first drive review)
Jul 2017:
We drive the first ever Porsche estate - if you can call the Panamera Sport Turismo that...
(International first drive review)
Jun 2017:
We get an early, savage ride in the 2018 Porsche 911 GT2 RS prototype, with the man who developed it.
(Passenger ride)
Apr 2017:
RS power for Porsche's new 911 GT3 sports car.
(International first drive review)
Jan 2017:
Now familiar GTS badge adds appeal to the entire Porsche 911 line-up.
(International first drive review)
Jan 2017:
The new Porsche Panamera 4 E-Hybrid is an expensive way to reduce your annual motor tax bill - and salve your conscience.
(International first drive review)
Nov 2016:
Porsche's new four-cylinder engine is an engineering marvel, but has it sacrificed soul for technical ability?
(International first drive review)
Aug 2016:
More speed, refinement, space and comfort for Porsche's mighty Panamera Turbo.
(International first drive review)
Aug 2016:
Repositioned Porsche 718 Cayman S remains the benchmark, though is overshadowed by its predecessor.
(International first drive review)
Jun 2016:
The most anticipated Porsche since the GT3 went automatic, the 911 R brings back the stick.
(International first drive review)
May 2016:
We get early access to Porsche's next-generation Panamera sports saloon.
(Passenger ride)
Apr 2016:
Porsche's timeless 911 gets another refresh, this time with all-turbo engines. Can it stay as characterful as ever?
(International first drive review)
Apr 2016:
RIP the six-cylinder Porsche Boxster; all hail the new king, the turbocharged 718 Boxster S.
(International first drive review)
Mar 2016:
We ride in the new Porsche 911 R with the man who developed it.
(Passenger ride)
Jan 2016:
Porsche's new turbocharged Carrera now comes with four-wheel drive and familiar performance.
(International first drive review)
Jan 2016:
Porsche's 911 Carreras might now all use forced induction, but there's only one true Turbo.
(International first drive review)
Nov 2015:
GTS badge gets tacked on the boot lid of the Porsche Macan, with good results.
(International first drive review)
Nov 2015:
Porsche 911 gets turbo power for improved performance and efficiency.
(International first drive review)
Sep 2015:
We ride shotgun in a pre-production prototype of the new twin-turbo Porsche 911.
(Passenger ride)
May 2015:
We've driven Porsche's new 911 GT3 RS, the most capable yet.
(International first drive review)
Jan 2015:
GTS badge makes an early appearance on the 911 line-up with more power, unique looks and equipment.
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Nov 2014:
Economical and bonkers quick, the S Diesel model is the high point in the updated Cayenne range.
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Oct 2014:
The Porsche Cayenne S E-Hybrid demonstrates that high performance SUVs don't have to cost the Earth.
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May 2014:
Range topping Boxster brings sharper looks, more equipment and even more want.
(International first drive review)
May 2014:
The more comprehensively equipped Cayman GTS tops Porsche's impressive mid-engined range.
(International first drive review)
Apr 2014:
Porsche revitalises the Targa by returning to the model's roots for the 991 variant. The end result is exceptional.
(International first drive review)
Feb 2014:
Clearly few in Ireland will buy the range-topping Macan Turbo, but it's quite an experience.
(International first drive review)
Feb 2014:
Porsche's Macan sets a new benchmark in the compact SUV marketplace.
(International first drive review)
Aug 2013:
The great 911 Turbo lineage continues; we've driven the 991-series Turbo model on road and track.
(International first drive review)
Aug 2013:
We were heartbroken to discover that the Porsche 911 GT3 is going all auto. We needn't have been.
(International first drive review)
Jun 2013:
Ignore the purists; the all-wheel-drive 991-era 911 Carrera 4 is the best one yet.
(Quick spin)
Feb 2013:
Don't for a second look down on the entry-level Cayman as a lesser Porsche; it's nothing short of brilliant.
(International first drive review)
Nov 2012:
Porsche launches a diesel Cayenne worthy of its badge.
(International first drive review)
Nov 2012:
Winter: perfect time to launch the new all-weather 911 Carrera 4.
(International first drive review)
Jul 2012:
The entry-level Porsche Boxster is the best roadster you can buy, at any price.
(International first drive review)
Jul 2012:
The Cayenne GTS is designed to be the most fun to drive Porsche SUV. What's it like?
(International first drive review)
Apr 2012:
Porsche's new 911 drops its top to become the Cabriolet.
(International first drive review)
Mar 2012:
How to improve on the Porsche Boxster? Launch a new one of course...
(International first drive review)
Feb 2012:
We test the ultimate non-turbo, petrol-fuelled Porsche Panamera - the GTS.
(International first drive review)
Nov 2011:
We've driven the rather more grown up 2012 Porsche 911.
(International first drive review)
Sep 2011:
Is there nothing the top-of-the range Panamera Turbo S can't do?!
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Jun 2011:
We've driven the ultimate 911, the GT3 RS 4.0.
(International first drive review)
May 2011:
New Panamera S Hybrid is Porsche's most efficient car yet.
(International first drive review)
Feb 2011:
Porsche has released the most exciting Cayman yet, the R.
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Nov 2010:
Need somewhere to put your money other than our banks? How about the new limited edition 911 Speedster?
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