Porsche 911 Turbo review

The practical supercar oxymoron was coined by the 911. And this Turbo does nothing to dent that reputation. Once you’ve dialed your preferences into the car, it’ll greet you with everything just how you like it as you settle into the seat and it gives you a welcome hug. So, driving it everyday is a pleasure not a chore. Just be sure to spec the GPS enabled front axle lift.

The front boot’s legendary ability to swallow two full-size carry-on bags is still there. But it’s the rear seats – folded or upright – that are still the real game changer in terms of flexibility. You absolutely can squash a full-size human or two half-size ones back there for short trips. And if you’re just carrying a lot of stuff, you can cram three full size suitcases back there instead.

Even though the engine has almost as much power as the sun, working with the eight-speed PDK and some tuning witchcraft, it can also return astonishing economy. North of 30mpg is entirely possible during mature usage, something a fistful of four-cylinder hot hatches can’t claim.

And then there is the trademark reliability to factor in. There really is no other supercar that gets close to Porsche’s ability to repeatedly be hammered and then dragged out and flogged mercilessly again without doing anything other than checking the fuel and oil occasionally. There's a three year/unlimited mileage warranty, and services are every two years.

But do watch the costs. It’s pretty well kitted out as standard, but it’s also almost £60,000 more than a regular Carrera before you’ve even dallied with the highly tempting options list. The Turbo S is undeniably a very enticing halo product – the zenith of everything Porsche knows about making unflappable road cars that go outrageously quickly – but on a grimy British back-road, a stock Turbo won’t really be any less impressive (nor quick).