The German carmaker Porsche is known for powerful sports cars that have incredible balance and handling virtually unmatched in the supercar segment (and for a long time, too). It is always a joy to drive a Porsche, and years of producing vehicles with outstanding build quality have given the company a reputation for quality. It's also why buyers are willing to spend so much on Porsches.

In recent years, Porsche has expanded its lineup of cars, eliminating ts customary laser-focus on producing a few great car models. But, stories of customer dissatisfaction with said models have now started to emerge.

If you're Porsche owner or you plan to become one, we have identified some issues with Porsche’s cars you should know about. So, here are the 15 biggest problems with Porsche’s cars at the moment.

14 Subpar Infotainment System In The 2019 Porsche 911

911 infotainment system
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The Porsche 911 is the company’s most iconic model, so it is a serious let down that Porsche relegates infotainment technology so far down the list of priorities in the car’s design. Indeed, a Porsche is first and foremost a driver’s car, but many drivers will appreciate it if the voice control works properly, the infotainment system is less confusing, and Android Auto is duly integrated.

13 They Cost Too Much To Repair

Repairing a Porsche
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Another problem with Porsches is that they are made of expensive and rare materials like carbon fiber and this drives up repair costs. Compared to other luxury and performance cars, Porsche 718s and 911s are some of the most expensive cars to maintain, period. Spare parts can often only be sourced at Porsche dealerships and the cost of buying parts and paying for repairs at expensive mechanic workshops can run up to thousands of dollars.

12 The 2020 Porsche 911 Has Pricey Options

A 2020 Porsche 911
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The new 2020 Porsche 911 is a stunning car and it is priced at roughly the same price as its supercar rivals, but you won’t get many of the features that are standard in other cars for the base price. You need to pay more, much more. The long list of options is quite pricey, but if you can afford a Porsche, then money shouldn’t be a big problem.

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11 There Is A Glaring Lack Of Storage Space In The 2019 Porsche 718 Boxster

The trunk of the 718 Boxster
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It’s small, muscular, beautiful, and a marvelous piece of engineering. It’s easy to love the 2019 Porsche 718 until you take a peep in the trunk. Available storage space in the 718 is discouraging and the trunk can barely fit up to three grocery bags. The trunk in the front called the ‘Frunk’ is even smaller. It’s a pity, but storage space is the major blemish in the near-perfect 718.

10 The Beloved Snarling Sounds Of Old Are Missing In The 2020 Boxster

the 2020 718 Boxster
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Newer Porsche models are typically an evolution of older models and in many ways, the 2020 Porsche 718 Boxster fits that mold. There are complaints though. Lovers of the old 718 will miss its snarling and furious sound anytime the engine is revved up which is simply miles better than what you get in the new 718. The new engine simply sounds tired and rough.

9 The Taycan Doesn’t Feel Like A Proper Sports Car

Porsche Taycan
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The Taycan is without a doubt the best electric sports sedan you can get on the market in 2020. But that’s what it is, a sports sedan. The Taycan is not a proper sports car. It does its best to beguile you, but the communion that car vibrations create between a driver and the road, and that raw excitement that a proper sports car will give you are just missing.

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8 The 2019 Porsche Panamera Is Ridiculously Expensive

Porsche Panamera
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The Panamera has been tearing up race track records and it’s a nice car to own. That privilege comes at a steep cost. The base price starts at around $90,000 and when you start to tick the essential options list, the price can skyrocket to roughly $300,000. And it’s really hard to enjoy a Porsche sold at the base price without the vital accessories on the options list.

7 The 2019 Porsche Macan Sacrifices Livability For Driving Pleasure

The Porsche Macan
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The Macan is Porsche’s sporty SUV, and while it’s classified as a sports car, it is still an SUV. An SUV is expected to be comfortable enough to be a daily driver but the Macan’s body is stiff and uncomfortable which means the impact of bumps on the road is duly felt and this makes normal daily commutes quite uncomfortable for the driver.

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6 Fuel Efficiency Is A Big Problem With The 2020 Macan

The 2020 Porsche Macan
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Most of the People who buy the Macan are not overly concerned with fuel efficiency, and that’s a good thing for Porsche because the Macan is a very thirsty SUV. Reviews give the Macan an EPA rating of 23 miles per gallon (mpg) on the highway, and that’s far worse than what you will get with a Mercedes GLC and the Audi Q5.

5 Standard Features Cost Extra In The 2019 Porsche Cayenne

The Porsche Cayenne
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The Porsche Cayenne is a big SUV and this makes its dynamic steering and incredible handling all the more impressive. But Porsche, as usual, makes you pay a ton for the privilege. Features like comfort access and heated seats that are standard in modern luxury cars are part of the expensive options package in the Cayenne.

4 The 2020 Cayenne Has A Heavy And Stiff Steering

The Porshe Cayenne's steering
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The 2020 Cayenne as a similar problem that faces the Macan, it is an SUV that is terrible at being a daily driver. When you take to the Cayenne to the tracks or when attacking corners at speed, it is in its element and it’s a great car. But on regular roads, its stiff and heavy steering becomes a hindrance.

3 The Vast Range Of Models Is Confusing

Porsche's lineup
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On the surface, Porsche has just five models but when you try to pick a car from each model, you get confused. The 911 model alone has the Porsche 911 Carrera, the Porsche 911 Cabriolet, the Porsche 911 Carrera T, the Porsche 911 Carrera S, the Carrera GTS, and the Porsche 911 Targa. All the other models have similar sub-models and figuring out what you like can get tedious.

2 Porsches Tend To Look The Same

Two Porsches from different eras
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Porsche focuses on evolution and not revolution and this means the 2020 model of the 911 will look very much like the 2019 model of the 911. If you go back 10 years, it will still be difficult to identify any major differences between yearly models unless you take a peek under the hood. Porsche lovers don’t mind subtle yearly design changes, but lovers of novelty won’t be too happy.

1 Some 2020 Models Have Faced Safety Recalls

Porsche recall
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Some 2020 Porsche 911 models failed to comply with the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) and a recall started in February 2020. The models have a software error that prevents hazard lights from functioning properly and if you own a 2020 model of the 911 you should make proper inquiries to see if your car is affected.

Sources: Cars.com, Edmunds, Carconnection.com, Topgear, Whatcar.com, CNET.

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