Porsche Cayenne Turbo: A Detailed Review
Published at : 13 Dec 2025
In this episode of Channel Cars, join Daniel Welling as Mike Fish reviews his 2018 Porsche Cayenne Turbo, affectionately named Ken. Mike meets with Daniel in the picturesque Cotswolds to give an in-depth review of his car. He shares his experience of owning Ken for the past two years, detailing everything from the initial purchase to the day-to-day driving experience on the Cotswolds roads. Learn about why Mike and his wife Sara chose the Cayenne over other SUVs like the Range Rover and Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Discover the car's numerous features and options, including its ceramic brakes, plush interior options, luxurious roof liner, black tail pipes, LED lighting, sporty red seat belts, spacious boot, keyless start, and soft-close doors. Mike also goes into the car's performance, sharing stories about its reliable handling and the clever, adjustable lighting features.
Mike's story includes some practical advice on maintenance, pointing out that the diamond-cut wheels and certain interior elements may need occasional attention. He also highlights the importance of customer service, praising the excellent support received from Silverstone Porsche, including a memorable reveal video when they first picked up Ken.
On the practical side, Mike explains how the Porsche Cayenne's ample boot space makes it perfect for family vacations, with a special mention of a road trip to Cornwall. The roomy interior comfortably accommodates tall passengers and includes independent climate control.
Towards the end, Mike touches on a recent minor issue with the water pump that was quickly resolved thanks to Porsche's responsive customer service, which even provided a courtesy BMW M3. Throughout the episode, Mike's enthusiasm for his car is evident, making it clear why the Porsche Cayenne Turbo continues to be a beloved part of his family.
Join us for this comprehensive review to see what makes the Porsche Cayenne Turbo an outstanding vehicle both in terms of luxury and performance.
00:00 Introduction and Greetings
00:29 Meet Ken the Porsche Cayenne
01:39 Features and Options of Ken
03:24 Driving Experience and Performance
04:43 Interior and Comfort
15:43 Reliability and Customer Service
17:22 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
This is EP023.1 of Channel Cars - Mike Fish from Shoal IT with a Porsche Cayenne Turbo - Car Tour
Channel Cars features guests from the IT Channel showing their car to Daniel Welling, including;
• Car history run through
• Walk around car, talking informally about how acquired, likes and frustrations
• Shots of car start up, engine, exhaust, driving inside and drive by roadside
• Dream cars and what’s next
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