When did the Porsche Panamera 4 come out?
2010
The base-model Panamera and Panamera 4 were introduced in 2010. The Panamera’s headlights resembled those installed on the Cayenne. The profile resembled an elongated 911 or the 989 concept-car.
When did the Porsche Panamera G1 come out?
The first generation of the Porsche Panamera (970 Chassis G1; 2010–2016) has been around for over a decade now. With age, flaws become more apparent. This article will cover some of the most common issues and some downright missteps in the design of Porsches’ first shot in the 4-door sports saloon market.
Is the Porsche Panamera 4S all wheel drive?
Well, we’re still not sure. This all-wheel-drive S model is the fourth Panamera variant we’ve tested, and the hatchback cum sedan’s shape still hasn’t completely grown on us. It is agreed, however, that the Panamera is plenty agreeable to drive—and easier to enjoy from inside.
What’s the price of a new Porsche Panamera?
The base price of $96,175 isn’t bad as full-bore Euro luxury sedans go (a rear-wheel-drive S can be had for about $5000 less—bargain!). But you’ll surely want to spec the Sport Chrono Package Plus for $1480, because it adds the launch control.
What are the problems with a Porsche Panamera?
In my experience, Porsche air suspension has a lower failure rate compared to the issues with Mercedes and BMW, but not by much. Valves in the top of the strut can seize closed, causing the airbag not to fill or seize open, over pressurizing and popping the bag. Leaks are also an issue as the bags are made of rubber and fabric.
Well, we’re still not sure. This all-wheel-drive S model is the fourth Panamera variant we’ve tested, and the hatchback cum sedan’s shape still hasn’t completely grown on us. It is agreed, however, that the Panamera is plenty agreeable to drive—and easier to enjoy from inside.
The base price of $96,175 isn’t bad as full-bore Euro luxury sedans go (a rear-wheel-drive S can be had for about $5000 less—bargain!). But you’ll surely want to spec the Sport Chrono Package Plus for $1480, because it adds the launch control.
What kind of steering does a Porsche Panamera have?
The Panamera’s steering is Porsche light and offers the kind of feedback and accuracy that are a boon on a back road and welcome on a highway cruise, where fewer corrections are better. The interior works well in both situations, too. It’s all-day comfortable, nicely detailed, and functional.
Which is better a Porsche Panamera or a Cadillac CTS?
To put things in five-door perspective, the 4S trails our 556-hp Cadillac CTS- V wagon long-termer by just a 10th. The Panamera’s steering is Porsche light and offers the kind of feedback and accuracy that are a boon on a back road and welcome on a highway cruise, where fewer corrections are better.