The new Panamera. Courage changes everything.
The new Porsche Panamera, redeveloped from the ground up, is a sports car and luxury saloon in one. the engines and transmission were reengineered, the chassis perfected, the display and operating concept interpreted for the future with multitouch controls, and the design embodies core brand values even more. Almost everything about the new Panamera is a technological leap forwards.
The second generation of the Gran Turismo is currently available in four all-wheel drive versions: Panamera 4S, Panamera Turbo, Panamera 4S Diesel and Panamera 4 E-Hybrid. Even at first sight it is clear that the exterior is sharper, more elegant, yet with a silhouette that is inherently Porsche. Bold touches resonate with sports car genetics. It borrows its dynamic roofline from the 911 and an illuminated rear profile strip across the whole width of the car nods to the AWD models of the 911 family.
The range introduces a completely new generation of powerful yet efficient engines, 2.9-litre V6 for the Panamera 4S and 4.0-litre V8 for the 4S Diesel and Turbo. The Diesel delivers 422 hp with 850 Nm of torque. For the Turbo, the layout of its two exhaust turbochargers within the V of the cylinder banks results in shorter exhaust paths and more immediate responsiveness.
This translates to 550 hp, 770 Nm of torque and 0-62 mph in 3.6 seconds with Sport Chrono Package and Launch Control activated. However, its adaptive cylinder control means that when not required, four of the eight cylinders can be deactivated automatically, saving fuel in the process.
Any doubts about hybrid technology will evaporate behind the wheel of the new Panamera 4 E- Hybrid. 462 hp of sports car power with a top speed of 172 mph and 0 to 62 mph in just 4.6 seconds with Launch Control. Yet combined fuel consumption is an impressive 113.0 mpg and only 56 g / km of CO2 emissions are produced.
The Hybrid drive consists of a new 330 hp, 2.9- litre V6 twin-turbo engine producing 450 Nm of torque and a new 136 hp electric motor offering 400 Nm of torque. With both drive elements working in parallel, 700 Nm of torque is available immediately and constantly across a wide speed range. Significantly, the battery capacity has been increased by almost 150 % to 14 kWh giving an electric range of up to 31 miles.
The full expression of the innovative capacity of the new Panamera is evident from the interior. In front of the driver sits a familiar arrangement of five instruments but, while the central revcounter is still analogue, it is now flanked by two 7-inch TFT information displays which can be configured to display information of the driver’ s choosing.
Technical Data
Engine Power Torque 0-62 mph( with launch control) Top speed Fuel consumption( combined) CO2 emissions
Panamera 4S
2.9-litre V6 440 hp 550 Nm 4.2 sec 179 mph 34.4-34.9 mpg 186-184 g / km
This Porsche Advanced Cockpit is the control centre for a wealth of new connected services, accessed via the new Porsche Communication Management( PCM) system with a high-resolution 12-inch touch screen in the centre console.
The Porsche Connect App provides a seamless connection between information stored in the car and on your smartphone, including streamed music or calendar entries. With the new Panamera your car’ s infotainment becomes an extension of your other connected devices.
For ultimate comfort, the driver can specify 14- way power memory seats with additional massage function, and, if the soundtrack of the optional new sports exhaust system doesn’ t distract you, the Burmester ® 3D High-End surround sound system is available for a concerthall experience. You can even add in an ioniser to create the perfect air quality.
The new Panamera models are on sale now.
Panamera 4S Diesel
4.0-litre V8 422 hp 850 Nm 4.3 sec 177 mph 41.5-42.2 mpg 178-176 g / km
Panamera Turbo
4.0-litre V8 550 hp 770 Nm 3.6 sec 190 mph 30.1-30.4 mpg 214-212 g / km
Price( RRP inc VAT) |
From £ 88,700 |
From £ 91,788 |
From £ 113,075 |
Porsche Centre Tonbridge / Brook Farm / Five Oak Green Road / Tonbridge / TN11 0QN / 01732 361222 / www. porschetonbridge. co. uk
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