What kind of power does a Porsche Panamera have?
Above: 2012 Porsche Panamera S Hybrid. As if the Panamera needed more than 500 hp in Turbo guise, Porsche released the Turbo S with 550 hp for 2012. The power was increased with a modified ECU and upgraded turbochargers. In 2013 the GTS was introduced with most of the equipment standard on the Panamera Turbo, but without the turbochargers.
How did the Porsche Panamera get its name?
The Panamera came about because Porsche’s foray into the Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV) market with the Cayenne was a huge success and it thought a sedan would fit in with its existing model lineup. The first Type 970s, as the Panamera was referred to internally, showed up for model year 2010 in three variations: S, 4S, and Turbo.
When did the Porsche Panamera GTS come out?
In 2013 the GTS was introduced with most of the equipment standard on the Panamera Turbo, but without the turbochargers. Instead, it made do with the S V8, modified to make 430 hp.
What’s the difference between Porsche Panamera’s and 4S?
Outside, the S and 4S models are differentiated from the Turbo mostly by their front bumper and specific headlights, but those so inclined can spot a few minor differences, too. With its 400-hp engine, the Panamera S boasts impressive performance claims: 0 to 60 mph is reached in 4.8 seconds, and 0 to 100 takes 11.5.
Are there any problems with the 2010 Porsche Panamera?
PORSCHE HAS NOTIFIED NHTSA OF A DEFECT IN CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 PANAMERA S, 4S AND TURBO 4-DOOR SEDAN. IF THE FRONT SEATS ARE ADJUSTED TOWARDS AN EXTREME POSITION, RESULTING IN UNFAVORABLE TOLERANCE OF THE MATING COMPONENTS, IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE FUNCTION OF THE LOCKING MECHANISM OF THE SEAT BELT MOUNT CAN NO LONGER BE GUARANTEED.
What’s the difference between Porsche Panamera’s and Turbo?
The differing experiences between the S and Turbo seem a bit strange, considering that the 100-hp gap between the two doesn’t sound like much.
How big is a Porsche Panamera in inches?
Porsche’s designers have done their best to mask the Panamera’s size, but at 195.7 inches long and 55.8 inches tall, there is no way to hide that this is a large car. Outside, the S and 4S models are differentiated from the Turbo mostly by their front bumper and specific headlights, but those so inclined can spot a few minor differences, too.
Is the Porsche Panamera as agile as the BMW 7?
No BMW 7-series or Benz S-class is as agile, yet the Panamera is as solid-feeling as either. Lost my temper with a left-lane loiterer and deployed all 500 horses, passing on the right. Sweet mother of Usain Bolt.