Porsche

Porsche’s range of modern cars is special because they benefit from the company’s impressive racing and performance motoring heritage, industry-leading engineering tech and, and a result, are some of the most engaging sports cars you can drive. Porsche’s models like the 911 are believed to be some of the best sports cars to ever hit the road, while its growing range of SUVs like the Macan and Cayenne, and even battery-electric vehicles like the Taycan make it one of the leading manufacturers of premium, powerful and refined vehicles with a heap of variety in the range.

As a luxury car brand, Porsche’s lineup prioritises the driving experience and a well-appointed cabin design that makes the driver feel like they’re piloting a focussed and special vehicle. The engines used by Porsche are speciality performance motors that produce impressive power and torque figures, while the suspension hardware works well at making them agile on the road. Inside, Porsche uses exotic materials like leather, metallic accents, carbon fibre and alcantara for the cabin’s packaging, as well as large high-definition digital displays that make them feel modern and undeniably luxurious.

Prices for a Porsche here in Australia range widely, with the entry point in the Porsche range, the Macan, priced from $90,000, while the cheapest 718 Cayman manual is priced from $122,000 and the 718 Boxer is priced from $124,800. The Cayenne SUV is priced from $135,100 and has a price list stretching out to $352,700 for the range-topping GT, while the Porsche 911 is priced between $259,100 and $598,300 for the flagship 911. Finally, the battery-electric Porsche Taycan is priced from $159,700, with prices stretching out to $352,600 for the range-topping Taycan Turbo S.

In Australia, the cheapest Porsche car currently on sale is the Macan, Porsche’s compact SUV package, which is priced from $89,300 for the Macan 95B automatic, with prices rising up to $112,400 for the Macan S which receives a more powerful engine. Keep in mind that prices listed here are subject to change and do not include on-road costs.

The average lifespan of a Porsche vehicle, like the 911, Macan, Cayenne, Panamera or the 718 Boxter/Cayman can vary greatly depending on factors such as maintenance, driving habits, and model type. However, with proper care and maintenance, Porsche’s engines have shown they  can last well over 300,000km, while the quality of the interior materials can remain in excellent condition for many years if they are properly taken care of and garaged away from harmful UV rays. Modern vehicles like the Taycan may well improve upon Porsche’s already impressive lifespans thanks to the absence of thousands of moving parts inside the powertrain.

Like any car, Porsche vehicles can experience common problems such as engine oil leaks, suspension component wear, cooling, and electrical issues. In particular, older models may experience cylinder head issues and loose bearings. Some Porsche models fitted with dual-clutch transmissions have had reported transmission problems. However, these issues are relatively infrequent, and Porsche vehicles are generally considered reliable and well-built, with a high level of quality control that ensures reliability when properly maintained.