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Reliability and problems of Porsche cars

We have documented 5 engines across 7 generations of 4 models from Porsche. The ones that give the most problems, according to our risk index, are the Porsche V8 and V6 (Cayenne and Panamera), the 2.0 TSI / TFSI and the 3.0 TDI V6. The lowest-risk one is the Audi 3.0 TFSI V6 (moderate risk).

5.9 out of 10Average rating of its 5 models with solid evidence: ranked 19 of 32 makes. See the make ranking

38 recalls and campaigns documented in 7 models. See the Porsche recalls

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The Porsche engines that give the most trouble

From highest to lowest risk according to our index, which weights the severity and frequency of their documented faults. The same engine is often fitted to cars from several makes. How we calculate it

  1. 1Porsche V8 and V6 (Cayenne and Panamera)Porsche Cayenne I, Cayenne II and Panamera IMost serious fault:Critical severity55High risk
  2. 22.0 TSI / TFSIPorsche Macan IMost serious fault:Critical severity54High risk
  3. 33.0 TDI V6Porsche Cayenne II, Macan I and Panamera IMost serious fault:Critical severity52High risk
  4. 4Porsche TaycanPorsche TaycanMost serious fault:Critical severity39Moderate risk
  5. 5Audi 3.0 TFSI V6Porsche Cayenne III, Macan I and Panamera IIMost serious fault:High severity36Moderate risk

Porsche models by generation

With the engines we have documented on each one. Open yours to see its faults, the verdict for each version and what to check before buying.

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