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Although its styling is somewhat polarizing, the Panamera boasts levels of luxury and performance that few four-door sedans can match. The main competition comes from the Mercedes-Benz S-Class, Audi A8, BMW 7-Series, and Jaguar XJ. The seven Panamera models are distinguished by powertrain choices:
The base Panamera has a 300-horsepower 3.6-liter V-6 and rear-wheel-drive, while the Panamera 4 adds active all-wheel-drive capability. Next up is the Panamera S which features a larger 400-horsepower 4.8-liter V-8, while the Panamera 4S adds AWD to the mix.
The Panamera Turbo boosts the V-8’s output to 500 horsepower with a pair of turbochargers and also includes AWD. The new Turbo S model optimizes the turbos and engine-management system to add 50 more horsepower, allowing the Turbo S to hit 190 mph while holding the fuel economy at a respectable 15 mpg city and 23 mpg highway. All models utilize a 7-speed double-clutch gearbox with both manual and automatic modes.
With seating just for four, the Panamera is at a slight disadvantage to other sedans, but rear passengers will find the legroom and headroom rather generous. The naturally aspirated models have 8-way adjustable power front seats with the turbo models getting 10-way seats. Adaptive sport seats with 18-way adjustment and firmer support are optional. All seating has available heating and ventilation.
Drivers are kept informed through a 7-inch touch screen on the center dash and a 4.8-inch TFT multi-function display in the instrument panel. Porsche offers two climate systems—a two-zone and a four-zone. More than 15 cubic feet of cargo space is offered, which expands to 44.6 cubic feet when the rear seats are folded down. A Bose sound system is standard with a 16-speaker, 1000-watt Burmester audio available.
The 2012 Panamera offers a full array of safety features to complement its advanced technology. Although relatively new to the luxury performance sedan market, the Panamera is a worthy contender and upolds Porsche’s legendary reputation for driving thrills.
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