2025 Porsche Panamera Turbo Review: A 680HP Aston Martin Killer?

Rory slides elegantly into the new Panamera Turbo E-Hybrid to discover what this madly fast but subtly understated four-door coupe has to offer, and why it might actually be the ideal car for a certain 007.
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[@AutoTraderTV]

If you were an actual spy, would you drive an Aston Martin or a Porsche Panamera?

[@WJW2272]

@@AutoTraderTV probably a TVR

[@jaqspade]

@@AutoTraderTV aston

[@Bharat005]

Aston Martin any time

[@ReeceCentre]

Hey Rory, Aston Martin is not worried about this oversized 4 door VW bettle.

[@ludda42]

Aston

[@thabisompanza9852]

Nothing is more beautiful than the way this spoiler opens ups

[@mba9565]

Panamera is one of the most underrated car and sedan. Such a luxury car with sporty handling and lightning fast

[@kingkoomy]

Who under rates it?

[@NICKCAMP04]

@@kingkoomymostly the 911 fanboys. They themselves can’t get the idea of a practical 4 door 911

[@mba9565]

@@kingkoomy diddy

[@mk3tsi]

@@mba9565 bruh

[@chiragbhat9702]

I Agree FOR NOW!!

[@Monster_Rod]

Bro really called it a Diseased Brown-Interior and said it handles with Pancake-Physics! 🤣🤣🤣 Rory is a gem!

[@PEACEOUTXX1]

This thing sounds amazing

[@_Atomic_impact]

No estate version? That was The best One 😢😢😢

[@ReeceCentre]

It's an oversized 4 door VW bettle

[@joefx69]

I’m genuinely gutted. I loved that version. At least I can keep my kidneys now I suppose

[@wentworthharris3120]

I agree 100%

[@dnlmch]

Estate is the best one? Apparently sales figures told a different story.

[@R03333]

Right? Estate should be the default

[@ibrahimmoss]

Rory is a most brilliant presenter. And, if James Bond is listening, I hope he selects a Panamera with a gun metal gray exterior, and Black interior :)

[@vindevhunta4905]

A good looking car.. The prices for vehicles these days are insane

[@josephesenu2282]

Mission accomplished as always Rory! Excellent reviews! I love me this one; need one in my life Asap!

[@Allinone..8731]

Commenting from Kenya I love your reviews 😍

[@Cheezysteezyyy]

ruto must go, hapana sahau

[@snakeeyes9246]

🇰🇪

[@eddienyagah]

Tuko kila pahali 😂😂🇰🇪 Ruto must go 💪🏿

[@johnramaa]

🇰🇪

[@ajonawarioba9413]

Tuko nyere

[@michaelwang9053]

"That is a classic James Bond"🤣--- Best commentary ever

[@littleredcurious5044]

Best fashion and style for any car reviewer ever!!!, ALWAYS KILLIN IT WITH THE OUTFITS

[@richardlabeja]

Pierce Brosnan's Bond drove BMW Z3, Z8 and 7 Series.

[@ShadowRaptor8]

Dream car is still the Porsche Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid Sport Turismo. The list of reasons it's amazing is as long as its name.

[@mra9085]

This over an M5 any day - more exclusive and better looking. Plus, Porsches over £100k hold their value a lot better than other brands, which lose about a 1/3 immediately.

[@peterhammer6915]

Panamera's values drop like stone lately. This will not be different.

[@osmiumtank]

This car loses value more than any other in this luxury segment. What are you talking about?

[@tacodias]

More exclusive?! I see 20 panameras per day and a M5 per month

[@philedwards7174]

The rear tailgate is intended to work when you approach the locked vehicle. It's intended to assist you if your hands are full of shopping bags etc. If you've already opened the car it won't open if you kick the bumper. Give it a try. Fab car. Fab video once again.

[@flaminggodofthunder]

12:32 that was a cool shot

[@thatcarladmatt]

Another next level review. Love the Porsche Panamera Turbo 2025. I'm a photographer for my local Porsche Club and aspire to drive/own one some day.

[@byliauw]

The presentation skills 👏👏

[@victordeltoids8609]

Enough room for Moneypenny and Ms. Galore.😄 As usual I enjoy your reviews so much my guy💪💪

[@BugattiONE666]

I think calling any Porsche an Aston killer is a bit wrong... Porsche have ALLWAYS made the better car, but , put it this way: Noone "likes" Aston, they ADORE them, and how good the car is never really comes into it, they're just beyond anything else. Brain says Porsche, Heart says Aston, and the heart isn't so easily swained....

[@Spenny909]

If driving feel is important, Porsche wins both heart and mind.

[@Nickbaldeagle02]

ALWAYS

[@mys0076]

Love the Liverpool mention lol💪😂

[@hummerchine]

I was going to ask what color that is, glad that you said! I LOVE IT!

[@lesibasekhaolelo6450]

Your reviews are the best and could not wait to see the Panamera one.

[@decepticonstinger3150]

That spoiler though, holy crap!

[@applephone4]

This is just beautiful. I reckon is the best car ever

[@urbanstrencan]

Porsche Panamera is such an underrated super saloon, my choice over E class, 5 series, or Audi A6. Too bad they cancelled estate version but still love the update they did. And this spec with green and bronze wheels is just perfection ❤❤❤. Rory great video keep it up 🤟🤟😍

[@MaureenVolkwyn]

To be fair and honest, the 'estate' version wasn't really comparable to an E-class wagon or Audi A6 Avant. Gran Turismo was the correct nomenclature and it was my favourite Panamera shape.

[@ElishaMukumba]

1:40 The 30% they didnt change is the outside of the car. True Porsche genetics.

[@chriselliott8567]

Is that color Oak Green Metallic Neo? Mine arrives in one month with this color. Absolutely beautiful.

[@NigelLaBorde-n6l]

Love your stuff Rory keep it up, joking about the leaf by the way!🤣🤣

[@wookie94]

I think porsche lost their minds when they chose not to do a Sport Turismo of this gen, it was the one to have, not the coupe!!

[@jamesengland7461]

Sadly. they know too few people would buy it, as they did the previous version

[@rong8889]

Didn’t sell… I think it’s called insanity. To do the same thing expecting different results 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@leewright7623]

@@rong8889 thee definition good sir

[@mosesraradza679]

Rory kills it always 👌

[@--3414]

"because am man of certain age , I've spent a lot of time recently thinking in this case about james bond , and I've come to the conclusion that Mr 007 Mr licensed to kill , he's been driving the wrong cars" 💥 Best Line in youtub history

[@krtkks]

This is the best review i have seen

[@TitaniumDR1]

Best car in the world for the money

[@ekeluo]

This... This was a notch above!!! ✨✨✨

[@adamsassi6636]

Great review - cheeky. Not too far removed from a young Jeremy Clarkson. Keep up the great work!

[@paulhancock]

I wish the styling was a bit more aggressive on the Turbo model. It doesn't look special enough to justify the price IMO, but it's got that cool Q-car vibe. Side note - If we're really talking about an Aston Martin killer... I always wanted Porsche to make a two-door coupe on the Panamera/Bentley Conti/RS7 platform; Way more aggressive, sexy, sporty, wide-body styling with more luxury, space and practicality than the 911... Like a new 948 I guess? I think the Porsche range needs that car to complete it and fill that gap for folks who need a bigger car than a 911, but don't want an 'understated family car' with 4 doors. Obviously they won't make it because it would cannibalise 911 sales (possibly even Bentley Conti sales) and big coupes don't sell like they used to, but it would be my perfect car!

[@stillsearching1284]

They could make a two door Panamera and call it a 928. It could have even more powerful engines/batteries than the 911 bc it would be more of a grand tourer than a sports car.

[@mrmorrisniceguy987]

I understand but also disagree (not with the 2 door version though, I like that) Porsche, for the most part has always been a understated brand except for the GT Models. I for my part prefer it for a daily drive because it is so under the radar, nobody would ever expect this thing to go 300kp/h+ und the Autobahn.

[@David-jw5ro]

Love it, everything about this amazing vehicle is top notch. I want one.

[@14Unow]

Mr Bond would have brand issues with that Porsche.

[@BennoSpijker]

Hé droeve a BMW one’s ! So if Porsche pay’s Lots of€€€€ hé Will driver a Porsche

[@long_view]

Thank you. Except that the previous Panamera saloon (hatchback?) had a rear wiper as an option. However, fair point about the rear camera.

[@Whiters8]

At last, a true rival to the Citroen Xantia Activa. Can't wait for the group test. 😉

[@andyfim]

Loved it! That journo at his best! ❤❤❤

[@leoo_0308]

Pretty amazing work from porsche here gotta give the props!

[@leotac5737]

What a spec! Stunning

[@darbythornton9471]

I'd have to lease and walk away. Lots of potential repairs. Great job Rory

[@MauriceBln1]

Awesome Porsche, looks great!

[@patrickh1506]

Can you please test the Panamera GTS. Many Thanks

[@vahidvahidnia1643]

You’ve set the bar even higher with this one! Straight fire.

[@MaureenVolkwyn]

Brilliant commentary and sharp British humour (compliment from a Saffa)!

[@thesacvroom]

The sports tourismo was the best looking panamera.. and one of the best looking Porsches… it’s a shame it is discontinued

[@rickmason6157]

No my friend Bond needs Aston Martin cars to keep up the identity of a globe trotting playboy among the rich.His swag is his cover as an agent.Thats why he drives the best, dresses the best, and dines the best.Thats why he is BOND.

[@mishumihai223]

🥱 Porsche Panamera. 🥱 It's fast. Lovely. Anyway... The new Honda Prelude 🤩 Can't wait to see them on the streets.

[@Nemoticon]

The Porsche is technically better in every way, no argument whatsoever. But I don't desire one. I do however desire an Aston. IF they made a 2dr Coupe of the Panamera as a spiritual successor to the 928, I may change that opinion!

[@olivermboya3857]

So much to be excited about with this

[@long_view]

Great review as usual, Rory. However, why no rear wiper option? I think an owner would be very nervous reversing out of a parking bay in the rain.

[@AutoTraderTV]

Saloons tend not to have wipers. That funky rear camera is pretty helpful 🤔

[@Nickbaldeagle02]

Reverse in, drive out.

[@chionyenkwu2253]

Great vid👍🏾👍🏾 On the J Bond thingy; u missed da plot buddy==> bond drives the best of British 😉😉

[@wl660]

Apart from when he had a BMW

[@humzanazir4110]

The Porsche hands down!

[@PDW76]

Great colour Oak green shame Volkwagen don’t do it anymore Golf GTI big bumper 16v was a thing of beauty in Oak green

[@butters500]

Oak Green, my old favourite mk2 golf colour 😍

[@currencymovers]

🔥Great review Rory, however who approved that 3 story high oversized front grill, it's too bulky, looks like a truck! 👀

[@50shadesmixrace]

Evan if i brought 5 of these I still won't be eligible for a porsche 911 gt3 rs😮‍💨

[@worldwide1873]

Would you rather the hybrid or gts version with the engine tuned to 750+hp

[@Searchingtheworld7183]

Panemera is the BEST.

[@chiragbhat9702]

Dude!, Rory I Have The Same Feeling That James Bond's Next Car Is The Panamera

[@TrevorSandi]

Thank you for saying Liverpool as favourite team

[@CarsWatches]

That car not tilting in the corners is making my brain fry! 😅

[@connclissmann6514]

Low profile car for Bond? Audi RS6 without badges, maybe even the estate? Thanks for the review.

[@ClydeCarsonpowermoves]

what sweater is he wearing and where do i get one

[@saurishchanda8523]

Great car!

[@junglemandude]

Sport Mode is the Mode for me

[@steved2008]

Great vid

[@Que.96]

i love this car

[@Lookbusybuddy]

Has jason in hone hill sandhurst grown a pair yet. 😊

[@NijeBitno72]

9:47 😂

[@HLPlaysWoWB]

Wondering how this compares with the new M5

[@fastexperiencecars]

He said: “I also like these headlights, as well.” 🤦🏻‍♂️ Perfect example of “as well” getting out of control.

[@ElishaMukumba]

2:46 No Rory. They will not be in a jet. They'll be in that Aston Martin that Bond just traded in

[@TheYBGOON]

If you look on autotrader at all used Porsches from 2020 and newer you’ll find that the cheapest cars are diesel macans and the taycan. A 4 year old panamera vs a 4 year old taycan. Which would you choose.

[@alanwayte432]

The Sport Turismo was actually the one to buy ..

[@clubsobri]

The Panamera is alwasy cool. Comfort and performance. But looks-wise, I like the A7 (I have one) and the Taycan (specially the touring) better. But it is a cool car.

[@Tom.Jeffries]

The Saab 900 turbo was James Bond's personal car in the books 😊

[@tj_enju]

one day rory is going to right a book and it will be awesome

[@Nickbaldeagle02]

Write

[@K55RGB]

Fell to pieces when E-HYBRID appeared.Who needs 2 1/2 tonne car for public road use?Only 007 most like.

[@adeolaadebusuyi8295]

what a ride

[@kichini275]

"Head back for safety" 👊

[@ryss1]

I don't know which Bond you're talking about. The Bond movies I've seen the protagonist is pretty flamboyant. Definitely not "stealthy".

[@adrianmorrow9882]

Porsche made a huge mistake not doing a Sport Turismo version. That was the best looking one.

[@ThePedroDB]

Pretty sure that Bond drove a Bentley in the Flemming novels. Changed to a Saab Turbo in the John Gardner era

[@underconstruction1093]

This guy is like the reincarnation of top gear

[@johnmuzic3475]

Good God can you imagine trying to repair and maintain this car after it runs out of factory warranty? so many things these days to malfunction or break....

[@Photoandcargeek]

Your garden oak really isn't an oak tree. I don't think that Porsche will sue for that though.

[@malcolmpuhawan3695]

No, Rory. To blend in, you need to be driving a Camry...with a sporty Lexus engine (for a little more power and speed) 😄

[@nicholasdegannes]

It'll be nice to have a techart one

[@Shotter]

People lost their shit at Bond, talisman of the British Empire, driving a *German* car in the late 90s. It will never be allowed to happen again.

[@NigelLaBorde-n6l]

I recon your eyes need testing Rory, that leaf was not exact match???😂😂😂😂

[@AutoTraderTV]

It was when I first picked it in the morning. It got dried out 🫢

[@alexprost7505]

weight and active ride or best saloon ever? second

[@alexprost7505]

only 4s, gts and gt(i think they build her) deserve attention now, and base4)

[@eggplantandpeach]

7:05 Lowrider mode? Shut up and take my money! 💰💰💰

[@forcesensitive6371]

Better looking than it used to be. But Bond should stick with the Aston.