The document provides information on the Panamera model range from Porsche, including the Panamera, Panamera 4, Panamera S, Panamera 4S, and Panamera Turbo models. It discusses the vehicles' engineering and technical specifications, such as their engines, transmissions, chassis, and safety features. It also covers the vehicles' exterior and interior design philosophy, emphasizing how they combine sportscar technology and driving dynamics with passenger comfort and everyday practicality.
Panamera Models Bring Sportscar Tech to Luxury Saloons
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The Panamera model range
2. The Panamera
Concept
The Panamera model range
Panamera and Panamera 4
Panamera S and Panamera 4S
Panamera Turbo
Performance
Engines
Transmission
Chassis
Balance
Safety
Environment
Personality
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3. We have absolutely no experience when it comes to building large, heavy saloons.
How fortunate.
The Panamera model range.
What can a car manufacturer Consequently, a refreshing It’s not about coupés, nor is it
with such a small market share change is happening within the even about saloons. After all, in
worldwide have to say about automotive luxury and premium the sporty luxury saloon and
luxury saloons? Good question. classes. Suddenly, luxury is coupé segments, driving, as we
losing its association with portli- understand it, now seems to
It’s true that life sometimes ness and the premium class is no mean something else.
has to be taken very seriously, longer home to narrow thinking.
but not necessarily everywhere Perhaps it’s a slight exaggera-
and all of the time. It’s good to Luxury needn’t mean cumber- tion, but let’s simply call it func-
lighten up and relax a little. Look some – it can mean dynamic tional mobility. Getting from
at things in an original way. Think instead. This is our definition of A to B, where A and B seem to
differently. luxury. Let’s call it ‘dynamic be more important than the road
luxury’ – because sportiness is in between. Some believe that
Not everyone who achieves more important to us than the sound of the road is nothing
success should feel bound by anything else. It’s about a car to savour and that soft seats
convention. A few reject the that you would want to drive, as are as essential as ride comfort.
norms and constraints of society well as be driven in. That’s why
and view things from a new we’ve developed the Panamera
perspective: open, surprising, model range. It’s that simple.
agile and inquisitive. And that’s actually nothing new
for Porsche.
Concept The Panamera models. Four doors. Four seats. Sportscar technology
for four. Comfort and everyday practicality without compromise.
Efficient drive concepts, a lightweight body and highly dynamic. This
is the principle of Porsche Intelligent Performance.
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5. Concept | The Panamera model range Concept | The Panamera model range
It’s an attitude that we don’t For us (and you?), it’s not just We believe it’s about the pure The new Panamera.
understand. Nor would we want about mobility. It’s about jour- driving experience. And it has to The new Panamera 4.
to. It’s our firm belief that the neys that are an experience be so, regardless of whether The Panamera S.
road has its own tales to tell – in themselves. It’s about time to you sit in the front or the back. The Panamera 4S.
tales of twisting bends, of oneself. It’s about ease of per- It’s about four doors and four The Panamera Turbo.
weather, and of a passion for formance and a relationship with seats in a Porsche. Sportscar
driving. the road. technology for four. Zero compromise.
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6. Concept | The Panamera model range
A breath of fresh air in the premium class:
sportscar technology.
Engineering.
Just a second, you may be think- Fuel economy is also boosted by a 6-speed manual transmis-
ing, sports saloons already exist. by an Auto Start/Stop function, sion. In the new Panamera 4, the
Exactly what is so new about all only in conjunction with Porsche Panamera 4S and the Panamera
this? What is required when sporty Doppelkupplung (PDK). If, for Turbo, all of which feature the
luxury alone is not enough? Well, example, you stop at traffic lights 7-speed Porsche Doppelkupplung
how about a Porsche with four with your foot on the brake pedal, (PDK, p. 55) as standard, drive
doors and four seats in the pre- the system will automatically force is distributed between the
mium class – a Gran Turismo with stop the engine. The engine front and rear axles by the active
sportscar technology. restarts as soon as you release all-wheel drive of Porsche Traction
the brakes or move the steering Management (PTM, p. 60) with an
The new 3.6-litre V6 engine is wheel, for example. electronic and mapcontrolled mul-
naturally aspirated and produces tiplate clutch for optimum traction
300 hp. The 4.8-litre V8 engines, An optional sports exhaust system and driving stability.
either naturally aspirated or twin- is available for the Panamera S
turbocharged, generate 400 hp models and the Panamera Turbo. PDK is based on a development
and 500 hp respectively. All Activated by a separate button, it that helped Porsche racing cars in
engines feature VarioCam Plus produces an even more authentic the 1980s to cause a sensation
Gear selector for the 7-speed Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK)
(p. 52) and direct fuel injection sportscar sound. on racetracks around the world.
(DFI, p. 51) for efficient com- Gear changes take place within
bustion, a distinct rise in power As you would expect from a hundredths of a second and
and torque, and comparatively sportscar, power is transmitted with no interruption in the flow of
low fuel consumption for this quickly and precisely. In the new power – for sporty acceleration Also new to the premium class are available in conjunction with temporarily and consequently the
class of engine. Panamera and the Panamera S, with a high level of comfort and a are the optional Sport Chrono PDK: Launch Control for optimum engine’s maximum torque: instead
power is delivered to the rear axle low rate of fuel consumption. Packages (p. 74). These further acceleration from a standing of 700 Nm, a torque figure of up
enhance the driving dynamics of start and, in the Panamera Turbo, to 770 Nm is achieved.
the Panamera models at the push the ‘overboost’ function. This
of a button. Two special functions feature increases boost pressure
7. Concept | The Panamera model range
The Porsche Ceramic Composite
Brake (PCCB, p. 86) can be fitted
on request. On the Panamera,
Panamera 4, Panamera S and
Panamera 4S models, the
grooved ceramic brake discs have
a diameter of 390 mm at the
front and 350 mm at the rear
(only in conjunction with 19-inch
wheels or larger). For more
powerful braking, the discs on the
Panamera Turbo are 410 mm at
SPORT PLUS button from the optional Sport Chrono packages
the front and 350 mm at the rear
(only compatible with 20-inch
wheels). This advanced braking
system offers high-performance
braking at all times.
All Panamera models are con-
Porsche Active Suspension Man- or a sportier ride – in simple structed using lightweight hybrid
agement (PASM, p. 66) comes terms, it’s a sports chassis at the materials. The axles, bonnet,
as standard on the Panamera S, push of a button. front wings, doors and rear lid, for
4S and Turbo, and is available as example, are made from alumin-
an option for the new Panamera Available as an option for all ium and the window frames and
and Panamera 4 models. This Panamera models is Porsche cylinder head cover are made from
system actively and continuously Dynamic Chassis Control (PDCC) magnesium, all of which reduces
regulates the damping force for with Porsche Torque Vectoring weight and therefore fuel con-
each wheel according to the road Plus (PTV Plus). This active anti- sumption.
conditions and driving style. Any roll system reduces the lateral
one of three suspension settings tilt of the vehicle when cornering A steering system with variable
can be selected. The Panamera and thereby improves agility and steering ratio is fitted as standard.
Turbo additionally features adap- safety. Combined with PDCC, Servotronic (p. 64), a speed-sen-
tive air suspension (p. 68) as PTV Plus offers increased traction sitive power-steering system, is
standard, for increased comfort and driving dynamics (p. 70). available as an option.
8. Concept | The Panamera model range
Cruise control comes as standard models. It includes a navigation is the High-End Surround Sound
in all models, while adaptive cruise module with high-speed hard drive, System from Burmester ® (p. 116),
control is available as an option high-resolution 7-inch touchscreen, one of the most respected pre-
(p. 122). In order to maintain a optional voice control system with mium audio manufacturers world-
safe distance from the vehicle in word-by-word input, and a CD/ wide.
front, adaptive cruise control reg- DVD-audio drive.
ulates the speed of your vehicle Comfort and sportscar technol-
in line with the distance between The sound of a Porsche is unique. ogy side by side. Surprising for
your vehicle and the vehicle ahead, The audio system must therefore many, perhaps. For you, it’s sim-
even down to a complete stop, meet the highest standards. ply Porsche.
thereby relieving the strain on the The CDR-31 audio system with
driver during long journeys. 7-inch colour touchscreen (stand-
ard in the Panamera, Panamera 4,
Cutting edge technology is also Panamera S and 4S models) and
featured in the Porsche Communi- the optional BOSE® Surround
cation Management System (PCM, Sound System (standard in the
p. 108), which is fitted as stand- Panamera Turbo, p. 114) both
ard in the Panamera Turbo and offer excellent sound quality. Avail-
available as an option for all other able as an option for all models
Porsche Communication Management (PCM) with navigation module Adaptive cruise control
9. Concept | The Panamera model range
If you loved the road, Unmistakably Porsche and yet
you wouldn’t dream of tarnishing it. characteristically Panamera is
the headlight design (p. 80). The
Exterior design. headlights on the Panamera Turbo
are supplemented by the Porsche
Dynamic Light System (PDLS)
As you can see, we didn’t experi- distinctive proportions and lines than extravagance. In its class, (p. 83).
ment with the car’s design. We on all models. The wings are the total length of less than five
stuck with our philosophy that form slightly higher than the bonnet metres is to its advantage. The Position lights and daytime run-
should follow function. Nothing and, at the rear, they are distinctly front, shoulders, and rear all have ning lights with LED technology
else would have made sense. muscular and form the typical instantly recognisable Porsche on all Panamera models add a
Nothing else would have produced Porsche shoulder line. The silhou- traits. Particularly striking are the special touch.
a four-seater Porsche. ette of the Panamera models is side air outlets behind the front
therefore typically Porsche. It is wheels – paying homage to The wheels are of classic sports-
But how can you tell whether it dynamic without being overbear- the Carrera GT. The result is a car design: fine-spoked, light-
has the Porsche DNA? From the ing, and exudes elegance rather timeless exterior, a spacious weight, and stylish. Sizes range
interior and excellent aerody- from 18 inches to an optional
namics: the Panamera S models 20 inches, and all the wheels pro-
have a drag coefficient of 0.29, vide a good glimpse of the brake
the Panamera models and the system. Just another example
Panamera Turbo 0.30. of sporty styling.
A low, wide stance. A sleek roof-
line. The overall impression leaves
you in no doubt that these are true
sportscar proportions. Typically
Porsche. And yet, when you get
in, you’ll wonder how there can
possibly be so much room. We’ll
come to that on the pages that
follow.
10. Concept | The Panamera model range
The rear lid with large glass screen The appearance of any Panamera We’ve been playing with the concept of a saloon.
opens to a wide angle. This makes model can be customised to your It lost 4:0.
loading easier and im proves individual taste. The colour palette
access to luggage when the vehi- offers no fewer than 17 exterior Interior design.
cle is laden. An automatic rear colours. In total, there are two
lid with customisable opening solid, ten metallic and five special
angle is available as an option colours to choose from. On re - Whatever kind of journey you where even taller passengers will The four individual seats (p. 104)
(p. 131). quest, you can opt to have your are making – short or long, for find plenty of leg and head room; are comfortable and offer good
Panamera model finished in practi- business or pleasure, or even just and fourth, the versatility of the lateral support. In conjunction
The most striking aspect of the cally any colour of your choice. routine driving – the Panamera luggage compartment thanks to with seat heating, a seat ventila-
rear is undoubtedly the spoiler In addition, a wide range of per- offers something a little bit dif- the folding rear seats. tion function is also available as
which is integrated into the sonalisation options is available. ferent. an option. The electrically adjust-
rear lid. From a speed of around For more information, please refer The ignition lock is, of course, able 8-way power seats in the
55 mph (90 km/h), it deploys to page 132 onwards. When you sit inside one of the located on the left-hand side rear (p. 106) are another special
automatically, as you may already Panamera models, four things of the steering wheel, as in all feature available on request.
have suspected. However, on the So you see, whichever way you immediately stand out: first, the Porsche vehicles. The instrument
Panamera Turbo, it doesn’t stop look at it, it looks like a Porsche. elevated centre console; second, cluster incorporating the central Why four individual seats?
there. The spoiler splits in the And, most importantly, it feels like the four individual seats; third, rev counter is clear and quick Because only these satisfy our
middle and extensions deploy to one too. the amount of space in the rear to read. requirement for high-perform-
the left and right, making it con- ance driving and a high level of
siderably wider to further reduce seating comfort. Conventional
lift at the rear axle. And from rear bench seats can not fulfil
127 mph (205 km/h), the spoiler this requirement and instead
on all models adjusts to increase made way for a centre console.
its steepness to produce even
more traction and, as a result,
increased driving stability at high
speeds.
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12. Concept | The Panamera model range Concept | Panamera and Panamera 4
Does your head tell you that pleasure and efficiency are mutually exclusive?
Listen to your heart instead.
The new Panamera and the new Panamera 4.
So, you have duties to perform, mum engine power, but intelligent black brake calipers and twin
but who says that you cannot overall performance. That makes single-tube tailpipes. The side
follow your heart and combine practical sense, and pleasure, too. windows have matt black borders.
practicality with pleasure at the
same time? No, for us, there is The distinguishing features of Characteristic of the new
no conflict here, but a principle: the Panamera and Panamera 4 Panamera are the black double
efficiency. It's not about maxi- are the 18-inch Panamera wheels, slats on the side air intakes in
Panamera 4
the front apron and a rear apron direct fuel injection (DFI, p. 51) transmission enables fast gear
diffuser with black-grained finish. and VarioCam Plus (p. 52) fitted changes with no interruption in
If you regularly spend time in the with seven interior colours and suitcases from the Porsche The new Panamera 4 is identifiable as standard, it generates 220 kW the flow of power, for increased
rear, you can customise it with five two-tone combinations and Design Driver’s Selection. Enough by the titanium-coloured double (300 hp) and 400 Nm of torque. performance and greater comfort
a range of optional equipment a range of optional packages room, then, for a journey with slats and a rear apron diffuser but low fuel consumption.
and packages, such as the large featuring fine woods, carbon or four occupants. Practicality, but with fins. On the new Panamera, power is
centre console, the roll-up sun- aluminium. the Porsche way. transmitted to the rear axle by a
blinds for the rear side windows In terms of performance, the 6-speed manual gearbox. The
and behind the rear compart- If you suspected that the For more information on our many Panamera and Panamera 4 are 7-speed Porsche Doppelkupplung
ment, or the rear interior lighting Panamera is more than just a combinations of technological equipped with the new 3.6-litre (PDK, p. 55) with Auto Start/Stop
package. sportscar with four seats, this is options, colours and materials naturally aspirated V6 engine. function (p. 50) is available as
confirmed by a glance inside the for the interior, please see page Efficient and sporty, thanks to an option. This double-clutch
The preserve of the premium luggage compartment (p. 126). 132 onwards.
class: the comprehensive range Under the large rear lid, there is
Panamera
of personalisation options, space to accommodate four
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13. Concept | Panamera and Panamera 4
The seat surfaces, inner backrest is fitted as standard. Porsche
surfaces and side bolsters, Communication Management (PCM,
door handles, door armrests and p. 108) with navigation module is
armrest section of the centre available as an option. Both units
console are finished in embossed are compatible with the BOSE®
leather, while the gear lever or Surround Sound System (p. 114) or
selector and steering wheel rim the Burmester ® High-End Surround
are in smooth-finish leather. Sound System (p. 116).
The three-spoke sports steering The new Panamera and Panamera 4
wheel, black dial faces and inte- models offer the best of both
rior trims in high-gloss black add worlds: performance and practi-
to the interior’s visual appeal. cality. They are comfortable, luxu-
rious, fit for long journeys, and
The CDR-31 audio system with every bit a Porsche.
7-inch colour touchscreen (p. 108)
Panamera 4 with 19-inch Panamera Design wheels, Panamera with 20-inch 911 Turbo II wheels
On the new Panamera 4, drive p. 66) or adaptive air suspension The figures speak for themselves: Both models are equipped with
force is transmitted to the road with PASM are available on the new Panamera accelerates halogen headlights as standard.
by the active all-wheel drive of request. from 0 to 62 mph (100 km/h) in Bi-Xenon headlights are available
Porsche Traction Management 6.8 seconds, with a top speed as an option.
(PTM, p. 60) and by the 7-speed Also standard is Porsche Stability of 162 mph (261 km/h). With the
Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK) Management (PSM, p. 72), which optional Porsche Doppelkupplung The interior offers plenty of
with Auto Start/Stop function, both maintains stability even at the (PDK), these figures are an even comfort and lots of space. The
of which are fitted as standard. limits of dynamic driving perform- more impressive 6.3 seconds two individual seats in the rear
ance, delivering better traction and 161 mph (259 km/h). The compartment fold separately
The steel spring suspension is and increased safety. Panamera 4 completes the 0 to or jointly, increasing luggage
standard on both models, offering 62 mph (100 km/h) sprint in capacity to 1,263 litres. Auto-
a high level of comfort despite And yet the gross weight of these just 6.1 seconds and has a top matic climate control is standard.
its sporty setup. Porsche Active models is as low as 1,730 kg. Driv- speed of 159 mph (257 km/h). Three interior colours are avail-
Suspension Management (PASM, ing pleasure is simply inevitable. able for the partial leather interior.
Interior of the Panamera in Luxor Beige
14. Concept | Panamera S and Panamera 4S
Four doors. The Panamera S accelerates from
But a classic sportscar nonetheless. 0 to 62 mph (100 km/h) in just
5.6 seconds, with a top speed of
The Panamera S and the Panamera 4S. 177 mph (285 km/h). With the
optional PDK, figures of 5.4 sec-
onds and 176 mph (283 km/h)
You could choose to drive a sporty tailpipes. The side windows have that produces 294 kW (400 hp) are achieved. The Panamera 4S
saloon. Or a sporty MPV. Alterna- a chrome-coloured border. In the and 500 Nm of torque. On the completes the sprint in only
tively, you could choose to drive a interior, the silver-coloured rev Panamera S, power is transmitted 5.0 seconds and has a top speed
four-seater Porsche. Just like the counter dial is visually striking. to the rear wheels by the standard of 175 mph (282 km/h).
Panamera S or Panamera 4S, with 6-speed manual gearbox. The
performance figures to match On the Panamera S, the double 7-speed Porsche Doppelkupplung Steel spring suspension with
many a sporty two-seater. slats on the side air intakes are (PDK) is available as an option. On Porsche Active Suspension Man-
Panamera 4S with sports exhaust system and 20-inch RS Spyder Design wheels
black. On the Panamera 4S, they the Panamera 4S, PDK is standard agement (PASM, p. 66) is fitted as
The S models are recognisable by are titanium-coloured. and transmits drive force to the standard in both models. Adaptive
the silver-coloured brake calipers all-wheel drive of Porsche Trac- air suspension, 20-inch wheels
behind the 18-inch Panamera S Both models have a 4.8-litre tion Management (PTM, p. 60) – and a sports exhaust system are
wheels and by their round twin naturally aspirated V8 engine also fitted as standard. just three of many options you can
select to personalise your vehicle.
front, with seat heating optional Surround Sound System (p. 114)
Safety features include Bi-Xenon for the rear. Seat ventilation is or Burmester ® High-End Surround
headlights with dynamic range available on request. The partial Sound System (p. 116).
adjustment (p. 80), which provide leather interior has the same
more effective illumination of specification as for the Panamera/ These options are only the
the road and are fitted as stand- Panamera 4. beginning when it comes to cus-
ard on both models. Also standard tomising the Panamera S or 4S.
is Tyre Pressure Monitoring (TPM, Standard in the Panamera S and Give your four-seater Porsche
p. 65) and the automatically Panamera 4S is the CDR-31 audio your very own personal touch.
dimming mirrors. system with 7-inch colour touch-
screen. Porsche Communication
A high level of interior comfort is Management (PCM) with navi-
assured by the automatic climate gation module is available as an
control system and the heated option. Either unit can be com-
seats fitted as standard in the bined with the optional BOSE®
Panamera S
15. Concept | Panamera Turbo
Meet the pinnacle of the Panamera range. auto-deploying two-piece rear And what about the interior? Moreover, the Porsche Commu-
spoiler is typically characteristic. Typically Porsche with all the nication Management (PCM)
The Panamera Turbo. usual Turbo features. A perfect with navigation module – standard
The Panamera Turbo is powered combination of sportiness and in the Panamera Turbo – has
by a 4.8-litre V8 twin-turbo engine comfort. As standard equipment, been combined with the BOSE®
that generates an output of the interior features electrically Surround Sound System (p. 114).
Four doors. Four seats. Eight combined with a host of features each headlight unit with separate 368 kW (500 hp) and 700 Nm. adjustable 14-way power seats The Burmester ® High-End
cylinders. Up to this point, others that are exclusive to a Turbo. direction indicators. The front The seven-speed Porsche Doppel- with memory package in the front Surround Sound System (p. 116)
may even have been able to apron features horizontal slats kupplung (PDK, p. 55) is fitted (p. 104), with seat heating front is also available as an option.
keep up. But then comes a point What about the aesthetics? and longitudinal struts in the air as standard, as is Porsche Traction and rear. Also standard are the
of difference in the form of the 19-inch Panamera Turbo wheels intakes. The air outlets in the wing Management (PTM, p. 60) with smooth-finish leather and walnut
Panamera Turbo. It not only joins and red brake calipers, naturally. behind the front wheels also active all-wheel drive and an elec- interior packages. Alternatively,
a long line of Porsche Turbo Twin dual-tube tailpipes in the have slats. Five, to be exact, tronic and mapcontrolled multi- the anthracite birch, tineo or
models, it leads the way with its unmistakable Turbo design. Four and all in a chrome finish. The plate clutch. brushed aluminium interior
extensive standard equipment LED daytime running lights in packages are available at no
Performance is exemplary. The extra cost.
Panamera Turbo races from 0 to
62 mph (100 km/h) in just 4.2 sec-
onds and has a top speed of
188 mph (303 km/h).
Also fitted as standard in the
Panamera Turbo is adaptive air
suspension including Porsche
Active Suspension Management
(PASM) with three damping, sus-
pension and ride-height settings
ranging from comfort to extra
sporty (p. 66–69). Increased
performance or greater comfort?
The choice is yours. Simply press
the button.
Panamera Turbo Interior of the Panamera Turbo in Espresso natural leather
16. Performance You know how it is, you always put in a good performance when
you’re under pressure. But you give your best performance when there
is genuine enjoyment to be had. And nothing is more liberating than
the feeling of having accomplished something others said would be
impossible.
17. Performance | Engines
So you want to satisfy your green credentials ticular, it evaluates the signals of Another important function is the exhaust and fuel systems and
even in the red zone? the electronic accelerator pedal cylinder-specific knock control, notify the driver immediately. This
(E-Gas) – a prerequisite for Porsche which compensates for different also prevents increased pollutant
Engines. Stability Management (PSM, p. 72), fuel grades added to the engine. emissions and unnecessary fuel
which is fitted as standard. More- Since cylinders never all work consumption.
over, it regulates all engine-related under exactly the same conditions,
For saloon drivers, it seems, aluminium crankcase of closed- Electronic engine management functions and assemblies. The the ignition point is shifted indi-
the interior is no place for engine deck construction. The casing system. results: optimum performance vidually, as and when necessary.
noise. But how important is the and cooling ducts around the and torque with reduced fuel
engine to you? We thought so. Just cylinders form a closed system. The electronic engine management consumption and emissions, The on-board diagnostics ensure
as important as it is to us. This is The engines are therefore light- system ensures optimum engine whatever your driving style. timely detection of any faults and
why we – like you – are perfectly weight for reduced fuel con- performance at all times. In par- defects that may occur in the
happy with that seductive sound. sumption and have a long service
We – like you – want to hear that life.
the Panamera models are unmis-
takably Porsche. The V6 engine, which is based on
the V8 engine, additionally fea-
When it comes to the environment, tures a balance shaft to minimise
the facts speak for themselves. vibrations and ensure smooth
Engines with high efficiency and running.
low fuel consumption. High power
output with comparatively low CO2 An integrated dry-sump lubrication
emissions per hp. system guarantees a reliable sup-
ply of oil in all driving situations.
Low on weight, too. The light-alloy Instead of an external oil tank, the
engines have cast aluminium pis- oil reservoir is located directly
tons (Panamera and Panamera S inside the engine, which saves on
models) or forged pistons space and weight.
(Panamera Turbo), aluminium
one-piece cylinder heads and an
18. 320
eff. red
300
Performance | Engines
280
260
New V6 engine. 240
220
The new Panamera and Panamera 4
models are equipped with an 2 200
3 Pemax. = 221 kW (300 PS) bei 6250
efficient and lightweight 3.6-litre
180 Mdmax. = 400 Nm bei 4250 1/min
naturally aspirated V6 engine
based on the V8 power unit. A 160
balance shaft reduces vibration 140
to ensure very smooth operation. 11
1 12 120
Direct fuel injection (DFI) and
VarioCam Plus are featured as 100
standard. The engine delivers 80
220 kW (300 hp) at 6,200 rpm. 13
60
Maximum torque of 400 Nm is
achieved at 3,750 rpm. 15 6 40
V6 engine 5 10
9
500 1000 1500 2000 2500 3000 3500 4000 4500 5000 5
8
This impressive power output 4
Drehzahl [U/min]
520 750
enables the rear-wheel-drive 19 7
480 700
440 650 Panamera with manual gearbox
14
400 600 to accelerate from 0 to 62 mph
360 550
(100 km/h) in only 6.8 seconds,
Torque (Nm)
Power (kW)
320 500
280 450 with a top speed of 162 mph
400 Nm
240 220 kW (300 hp) 400 (261 km/h). With the optional
200 350
Porsche Doppelkupplung (PDK), 18
160 300
120 250 these figures are an even more 16
180 200 impressive 6.3 seconds and
140 150
161 mph (259 km/h). Thanks to
100 100
1000 1500 2000 2500 3000 3500 4000 4500 5000 5500 6000 6500 7000 7500 PDK and the active all-wheel drive 17
Engine speed (rpm) of Porsche Traction Management
(PTM), the Panamera 4 completes
Panamera and Panamera 4: 220 kW (300 hp) at 6,200 rpm, 400 Nm at 3,750 rpm
the sprint in 6.1 seconds and
1. Throttle body/E-Gas 9. Spark plug 17. Air-conditioning compressor
has a top speed of 159 mph 2. Intake manifold 10. Piston 18. PDCC/power-steering pump
3. Intake manifold flap 11. High-pressure pump 19. Poly-V belt
(257 km/h). 4. Duplex chain 12. High-pressure rail
5. VarioCam Plus (vane-cell controller) 13. Injector
6. Intake camshaft 14. Exhaust manifold
7. Exhaust camshaft 15. Water pump (behind)
8. Valve 16. Oil-water heat exchanger
19. V8 engine.
The Panamera S and the
Panamera 4S both have a 4.8-litre
naturally aspirated V8 engine
with direct fuel injection (DFI),
VarioCam Plus and a variable
intake manifold. It generates
294 kW (400 hp) at 6,500 rpm
and has a maximum torque of
500 Nm between 3,500 rpm and
5,000 rpm.
Delivering a top speed of 177 mph
(285 km/h), the Panamera S
V8 engine
with manual gearbox and rear-
wheel drive accelerates from 0 to
520 750
62 mph (100 km/h) in 5.6 sec-
480 700
onds. With the optional Porsche 440 650
Doppelkupplung (PDK), the clock 400 600
360 550
stops after just 5.4 seconds, 500 Nm
Torque (Nm)
Power (kW)
320 500
294 kW (400 hp)
and a top speed of 176 mph 280 450
(283 km/h) is achieved. Thanks to 240 400
200 350
PDK and the active all-wheel drive
160 300
of Porsche Traction Management 120 250
(PTM), the Panamera 4S completes 180 200
140 150
the sprint in an even more im -
100 100
pressive 5.0 seconds and has a 1000 1500 2000 2500 3000 3500 4000 4500 5000 5500 6000 6500 7000 7500
top speed of 175 mph (282 km/h). Engine speed (rpm)
Panamera S and 4S: 294 kW (400 hp) at 6,500 rpm,
500 Nm between 3,500 and 5,000 rpm
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20. Performance | Engines
V8 twin-turbo engine.
The Panamera Turbo is powered
by a 4.8-litre V8 twin-turbo engine
with direct fuel injection (DFI),
1
VarioCam Plus and charge-air
cooling. It generates 368 kW
(500 hp) at 6,000 rpm and its
maximum torque of 700 Nm is
available between 2,250 and 2
4,500 rpm. With a top speed of 21 5
6
188 mph (303 km/h), it races
from 0 to 62 mph (100 km/h) in 7
8
4.2 seconds. Using the Launch
3
Control function of the Sport 19 12
V8 twin-turbo engine
11
Chrono Package Turbo (p. 76), 4 10
the clock stops even sooner at 9
520 750
700 Nm 4.0 seconds. 20
480 700
440 650
400 600 13
360 550
368 kW (500 hp)
15
Torque (Nm)
Power (kW)
320 500
280 450
240 400 14
200 350
18
160 300
16
120 250
180 200
140 150
17
100 100
1000 1500 2000 2500 3000 3500 4000 4500 5000 5500 6000 6500 7000 7500
Engine speed (rpm)
Panamera Turbo: 368 kW (500 hp) at 6,000 rpm,
700 Nm between 2,250 and 4,500 rpm
1. Intake manifold 8. Intake camshaft 16. Oil-water heat exchanger
2. High-pressure pump 9. Exhaust camshaft 17. Air-conditioning compressor
3. VarioCam Plus (vane-cell controller) 10. Valve 18. PDCC/power-steering pump
4. Duplex chain 11. Piston (underneath) 19. Water pump (underneath)
5. High-pressure rail 12. Spark plug 20. Poly-V belt
6. Injector (underneath) 13. Exhaust manifold 21. Throttle body/E-Gas
7. VarioCam Plus (switch tappets with 14. Turbocharger
integrated valve clearance compensation) 15. Oil filter
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21. Performance | Engines
SPORT button. control continues to maintain your the battery is continuously moni- A sense of relaxation is felt especially
selected temperature, despite the tored for the level of charge and after a period of intense pressure.
All Panamera models are engine being switched off. The condition. The battery and starter
equipped with the SPORT button engine restarts if more power or are consumable components and Direct fuel injection (DFI).
as standard. This feature enables extra cooling output is required. are subject to an increased rate
the driver to vary the engine of wear in the event of frequent
characteristics and, in vehicles The Auto Start/Stop function engine stopping. With millisecond precision, DFI combustion. At up to 3,500 rpm, which helps to deliver more out-
with PASM, the suspension setup. can be activated and deactivated injects fuel at up to 120 bar direct- the engine operates with dual put at the same time as enhanced
In vehicles with Porsche Doppel- using a separate button. The Fuel economy is further improved ly into the combustion chamber injection for faster heating of the engine efficiency. Injection is
kupplung (PDK), the SPORT function may remain inactive under by electrical system recuperation, by means of electromagnetically catalytic converters after a cold regulated by the electronic engine
button can be used to select a particular circumstances, e.g. whereby the battery is charged actuated injection valves. start and for greater torque in the management system and emis-
sportier gearshift strategy. For very high outside temperatures, predominantly under braking. upper load range. sions are monitored by the stereo
more information, please refer on extreme uphill gradients, or if Under acceleration, on the other The spray and cone angles have Lambda sensors, thus helping to
to page 74. battery charge is low. hand, the alternator’s charging been optimised for torque, power DFI improves the internal cooling protect the environment.
current is reduced so that the output, fuel consumption and of the combustion chamber by
The starter has been modified to engine does not need to work as emissions by enabling a homoge- having the mixture prepared
Auto Start/Stop function (only meet the increased requirements hard to charge the battery. neous distribution of the air/fuel direct ly in the cylinder. This allows
in conjunction with Porsche demanded by this function and mixture, and, therefore, effective for a higher compression ratio,
Doppelkupplung, PDK).
Silence: the typical stationary
noise. If, for example, you stop at
traffic lights with your foot on
the brake pedal, the Auto Start/
Stop function will automatically
stop the engine. This fuel-saving
system restarts the engine as
soon as you release the brakes.
A key advantage is that there is
no need for you to change your
driving habits. You can simply
carry on as normal. All audio and
communication systems remain
switched on and the climate
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22. Performance | Engines
Exhaust turbocharging. Lightweight exhaust system.
The Panamera Turbo has two The exhaust system is made from
turbochargers arranged in parallel. selected longlife stainless steel.
Intake air is compressed and then The powerful primary and main
fed to the engine via two charge- catalytic converters heat up
air coolers, one for each cylinder rapidly for effective emissions
bank. Cooling of the compressed control. As a result, all Panamera
air has two positive outcomes: models are equipped to meet
high cylinder charge and low com- the Euro 5 emission standard in
ponent temperatures. Under full Europe.
load, the boost pressure depends
on the current engine speed and The exhaust system of the
VarioCam Plus a maximum pressure of 0.85 bar is Panamera Turbo switches between
achieved at 2,500 rpm at sea two configurations automatically:
VarioCam Plus. In the middle and low load ranges, level. low noise at low engine speeds,
low valve lifts with advanced and increased throughput at high
VarioCam Plus is a two-in-one timing reduce fuel consumption With the optional Sport Chrono revs under maximum engine load.
engine concept for adjusting the and exhaust emissions and im - Package Turbo, the boost pressure
intake camshafts and switching prove smooth running. The in - produced at full throttle in the
the lift of the intake valves. crease in fuel economy is particu- 2,000 rpm to 5,000 rpm range is Sports exhaust system.
larly pronounced in the lower temporarily increased by up to
The system first differentiates engine speed range. High torque 10 % by the ‘overboost’ function. An optional sports exhaust system
between driver inputs that typify and maximum output are achieved is available for the Panamera S
normal, everyday driving and through high valve lifts and ad - models and Panamera Turbo.
those inputs that demand maxi- vanced timing. Activated by a separate button, it
mum performance. The electronic produces an even more authentic
engine management system then How does this benefit you? sportscar sound.
seamlessly adapts valve operation Extraordinary power with
to the prevailing conditions. This relatively low fuel consumption.
results in instant acceleration and
extremely smooth running.
Panamera 4S with sports exhaust system
23. Performance | Chassis
Unfortunately, the condition of the roads is beyond our control.
We’ll just make the car adapt instead.
Chassis.
Through the purposeful use of 3
lightweight technologies, we have 5
2
managed to save weight in the 1
8
chassis and increase efficiency.
The next challenge was the 12
question of how to reconcile the 11
characteristics of a sportscar 3
2
with the requirements for comfort
demanded of a saloon. The
answer: modern axle concepts.
4
Two apparently more mutually 10
exclusive qualities are high
9
performance and excellent driving
safety, which we resolved with
precise traction control systems
and powerful tyres and brakes.
1. Air suspension compressed-air
4 accumulator
2. Rear axle air suspension modules
7 6 3. RA vibration damper with PASM
4. FA air-spring strut with PASM
5. Compressor air outlet
(underneath fuel tank)
6. Air suspension pressure line
7. Double wishbone front axle
8. Multi-link rear axle
9. PDK
10. PTM (multiplate clutch)
11. Rear axle differential
12. Fuel tank
Panamera 4S
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