Is the 2011 Porsche CAYENNE (E2) reliable?

The 2011 Porsche CAYENNE (E2) has 8 complaints filed with NHTSA (1.0x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: below-average. Most common issue: ELECTRICAL problems.

What are common problems with the 2011 Porsche CAYENNE (E2)?

Top problems: ELECTRICAL (2 complaints, avg repair $500); ENGINE (2 complaints, avg repair $500); TRANSMISSION (2 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2011 Porsche CAYENNE (E2)?

No recalls have been issued for the 2011 Porsche CAYENNE (E2).

How much does it cost to insure a 2011 Porsche CAYENNE (E2)?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2011 Porsche CAYENNE (E2) is approximately $1,821/year (sedan-luxury class). Actual quotes vary heavily by state, driver age, driving record, and credit — see the interactive insurance estimator on this page for state-specific pricing.

2011 Porsche CAYENNE (E2)

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Below Average

Quick Summary

The 2011 Porsche CAYENNE (E2) has 8 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 1.0x the segment average of 8. The most common issue is electrical problems (25% of all complaints), specifically: vehicle fails to accelerate from a stop intermittently. vehicle hesitates/ bogs down for 5 to 8 seconds before accelerating regardless of the throttle position. this intermittent failure has not been identified or replicated by the dealer nor repaired. it is a critical safety issue since it impair.

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

1.0x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 5)

ELECTRICAL

2 complaints

25%

• VEHICLE FAILS TO ACCELERATE FROM A STOP INTERMITTENTLY. VEHICLE HESITATES/ BOGS DOWN FOR 5 TO 8 SECONDS BEFORE ACCELERATING REGARDLESS OF THE THROTTLE POSITION. THIS INTERMITTENT FAILURE HAS NOT BEEN IDENTIFIED OR REPLICATED BY THE DEALER NOR REPAIRED. IT IS A CRITICAL SAFETY ISSUE SINCE IT IMPAIR
• THE FACTORY PROGRAMMING OF THE COMPUTER AND SPEED CONTROL IS INCORRECT. PORSCHE STATES THAT THE VEHICLE IS OPERATING WITHIN CHARACTERISTICS AND SPECIFICATIONS [AND ACCORDING TO US LAW A VARIANCE OF UP TO 18% IS ALLOWED IN THE SPEEDOMETER.] HOWEVER, PORSCHE HAS TAKEN THE US LAW TO MEAN THAT IT IS ALL

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“VEHICLE FAILS TO ACCELERATE FROM A STOP INTERMITTENTLY. VEHICLE HESITATES/ BOGS DOWN FOR 5 TO 8 SECONDS BEFORE ACCELERATING REGARDLESS OF THE THROTTLE POSITION. THIS INTERMITTENT FAILURE HAS NOT BEEN IDENTIFIED OR REPLICATED BY THE DEALER NOR REPAIRED. IT IS A CRITICAL SAFETY ISSUE SINCE IT IMPAIR”

— NHTSA complaint filing

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2011 Porsche CAYENNE (E2)

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.

Your state (affects local premium average)

Full coverage / year

$1,821

Full coverage / month

$152

Liability only / year

$710

vs US avg

+9%

How this estimate is calculated

US base full-coverage premium$1674

× state (US)1.00x

× vehicle class (sedan-luxury)1.28x

× theft risk1.00x

× safety rating1.00x

× vehicle age0.85x

= Full coverage estimate$1821

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Maintenance & Warranty

Porsche New-Vehicle Warranty Coverage

Bumper-to-bumper (basic)

4 yr / 50K mi

Powertrain

4 yr / 50K mi

Hybrid/EV battery

8 yr / 100K mi

Corrosion (rust perforation)

12 yr / unlimited mi

Roadside assistance

4 yr / unlimited mi

These are the terms for a new Porsche. If you're buying a used 2011 CAYENNE (E2), remaining coverage is usually pro-rated from the vehicle's original in-service date. Not all coverage transfers between owners — check with a Porsche dealer for VIN-specific remaining warranty.

Estimated Repair Costs

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

ENGINE(~50K mi)

$500

TRANSMISSION(~50K mi)

$500

SPEED CONTROL(~50K mi)

$500

OTHER(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 8 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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ELECTRICAL: VEHICLE FAILS TO ACCELERATE FROM A STOP INTERMITTENTLY. VEHICLE HESITATES/ BOGS DOWN FOR 5 TO 8 SECONDS BEFORE ACCELERATING REGARDLESS OF THE THROTTLE POSITION. THIS INTERMITTENT FAILURE HAS NOT BEEN IDENTIFIED OR REPLICATED BY THE DEALER NOR REPAIRED. IT IS A CRITICAL SAFETY ISSUE SINCE IT IMPAIR
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ENGINE: VEHICLE FAILS TO ACCELERATE FROM A STOP INTERMITTENTLY. VEHICLE HESITATES/ BOGS DOWN FOR 5 TO 8 SECONDS BEFORE ACCELERATING REGARDLESS OF THE THROTTLE POSITION. THIS INTERMITTENT FAILURE HAS NOT BEEN IDENTIFIED OR REPLICATED BY THE DEALER NOR REPAIRED. IT IS A CRITICAL SAFETY ISSUE SINCE IT IMPAIR
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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TRANSMISSION: VEHICLE FAILS TO ACCELERATE FROM A STOP INTERMITTENTLY. VEHICLE HESITATES/ BOGS DOWN FOR 5 TO 8 SECONDS BEFORE ACCELERATING REGARDLESS OF THE THROTTLE POSITION. THIS INTERMITTENT FAILURE HAS NOT BEEN IDENTIFIED OR REPLICATED BY THE DEALER NOR REPAIRED. IT IS A CRITICAL SAFETY ISSUE SINCE IT IMPAIR
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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SPEED CONTROL: THE FACTORY PROGRAMMING OF THE COMPUTER AND SPEED CONTROL IS INCORRECT. PORSCHE STATES THAT THE VEHICLE IS OPERATING WITHIN CHARACTERISTICS AND SPECIFICATIONS [AND ACCORDING TO US LAW A VARIANCE OF UP TO 18% IS ALLOWED IN THE SPEEDOMETER.] HOWEVER, PORSCHE HAS TAKEN THE US LAW TO MEAN THAT IT IS ALL
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)

Porsche CAYENNE (E2) — Year Comparison

How does 2011 compare to other years? Fewer complaints = more reliable.

2011

8Below Average

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NHTSA Safety Rating

No NHTSA safety rating available

At a Glance

Complaints: 8
Recalls: 0
Fire reports: 0
Crash reports: 0
Injury reports: 0
Segment avg: 8

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