THE NEW PANAMERA . COURAGE CHANGES EVERYTHING .
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THE NEW PANAMERA . COURAGE CHANGES EVERYTHING .
The new Porsche Panamera , redeveloped from the ground up , is a sports car and luxury saloon in one . Its engines and transmission were reengineered , the chassis perfected , the display and operating concept interpreted for the future with multi-touch controls , and its design embodies core brand values even more . Almost everything about the new Panamera is a technological leap forward .
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 . The Panamera Executive models are the latest additions to the range and combine sporty driving with a comfortable work zone in the rear passenger compartment thanks to an extra 15cm added to the length of the body .
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 .
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 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 rev-counter is still analogue , it is now flanked by two seven-inch TFT information displays , which can be configured to display information of the driver ’ s choosing .
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 touchscreen in the centre console . All new Panamera models feature the innovative Porsche Connect Plus module as standard with free online map updates for 24 months . This module enhances existing vehicle functions with intelligent services and makes the connection between the car and driver more intuitive . It is the gateway to assistance functionality , such as self-learning destination search , real time traffic information , even parking information and fuel prices .
The chassis has also been comprehensively redeveloped and now offers sophisticated innovations such as the adaptive air suspension with three-chamber technology . With 60 per cent increased air volume , the sporty tuning is pure Porsche and sets a new standard for driving comfort in the luxury saloon market . The Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control Sport ( PDCCS ) no longer relies on hydraulic actuators : they are now electromechanical , responding faster and dramatically improving anti-roll stabilisation .
At the heart of the chassis itself , integrated 4D Chassis Control operates as an advanced central brain delivering over 100 messages per second to all the chassis-related units , adapting driving parameters to maintain the optimum spread between comfort and sportiness .
The optional rear-axle steering allows both axles to be steered in opposite directions up to speeds of 31 mph , effectively shortening the wheelbase and so making manoeuvring a breeze . At higher speeds the rear wheels turn up to 2.8 degrees in the same direction as the front wheels , virtually lengthening the wheelbase for greater stability .
The new Panamera models are on sale now priced from £ 66,386.00 , including VAT .
' The new Panamera models are on sale now priced from £ 66,386.00 , including VAT . For more information please contact the Porsche Centre Mid-Sussex , or pop into the showroom where the team will be happy to welcome you and show you around .
Porsche Centre Mid-Sussex Innovation Drive York Road Burgess Hill West Sussex RH15 9TW
01444 242 911 info @ porschemidsussex . co . uk www . porschemidsussex . co . uk
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