2011/2012 Cayenne-Do I need the Air Suspension?

[ack0]

Looking at the above and the majority of cars for sale do not seem to have it.

Is it that big a deal?

What are the must haves from people with some experience of living with these things?

Thx

[Phooey]

It's better with, and more so if you have big wheels. I've got it and personally wouldn't buy one without. It's a pricey option so i imagine most people just thought they wouldn't need it.... but after you drive both you will appreciate it.

As for other options -
Full leather is nice (leather dash etc)
18-way Adaptive seats are the best seats I've ever sat in. Look good too.
Wheels make the car - small ride better but big look better IMO.

Best not to get too fussy when looking at used cars - just stick to the essentials, which for *me* would be colour, big wheels, air susp, full leather and 18-way seats. Anything else is a bonus.

Edited by Phooey on Wednesday 20th April 11:36

[davek_964]

Mine is much older (53 plate) but again, I don't think I'd buy one without. It really does transform the car into different beasts - comfy motorway cruising or a surprisingly fun car on a twisty road.

[Koln-RS]

If you are buying 'pre-owned' then try to find a hi-spec car with all the toys - they're a nicer ownership experience.

From recollection, yes, Air Suspension + PASM is a definite advantage and works well with the bigger wheels. Agree about the Adaptive seats. Power tailgate is a must have, I think, plus all the usual nicesties - PCM, Bose, Heated Seats, Full Leather, PDC F&R. Some people like the panoramic roof, power steering +, electric tow bar? Friend had the pre-heater which I thought was really useful in winter.

[97BlackC5]

I've got an '08 without air suspension, never driven one with air but runs fine without & I'm on GTS sport design 21 inch rims. I suppose if you've never had it you don't miss it.

[Wilmslowboy]

When I looked at selling my wife's - the first few questions I was asked was

Air suspension
Nav
Blue tooth
Pan roof
Reverse camera
21inch wheels

As said above, look to get a high spec one, the difference between poverty spec and very good spec could have been as much as £15k new and is only £5k used...


Here is a extras list of my wife's, gives an idea of option costs when new