15. Porsche Cayenne
The launch of the Porsche Cayenne in 2002 shocked purists who never expected the storied sports car brand to build an SUV. Despite initial skepticism, the Cayenne became a massive commercial hit, blending Porsche performance with SUV practicality. It even outshone competitors like the BMW X5, and its success set the stage for other luxury automakers to enter the SUV arena. Read Car Magazine UK’s review of the Cayenne S.