The earlier generation was much better IMO. The new one ditched the low-range and that's a serious kick to offroad abilities.

Most people would be surprised how far a standard car could go, how far a random SUV could go ... and how absurd obstacles a hard core offroader can overcome.

4x4_Pinzgauer - YouTube
(I am in no way saying a Cayenne should be able to climb such wall ... just showing what a dedicated hardcore offroader can do, in stock form)