2017 Panamera

coming soon to a dealer near you,
(perhaps this december):
2018 Porsche Panamera | car review @ Top Speed
http://www.porsche.com/usa/models/panamera/new-panamera-4s/

 

I really love the lnew look. Hunchback is gone.
supposedly top version will be hybrid ala 918 with over 700hp.

 

Those headlights look odd.

 

A bit like the 919 LeMans car...

 

My wife will likely be getting this car.

 

Not "odd" but familiar, as in 996.

 

just read in excellence mag that they will eventually offer a 5 seat version. that would make it perfect to me. give me a v6tt with air suspension, 4 wheel steering, sport chrono. best 4 seater in world.

 

[ame]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TLYlioNJYgI[/ame]

Some interesting comparos are linked to at the end of the clip.

 

anyone know when motortrend is releasing the performance coty for 16? its usually around labor day and cant find anything on it

 

just announced:
2018 panamera hybrid
Porsche Panamera E-Hybrid Paris motor show preview news

 

Needs awd to compete with tesla

 

hybrid is not a supercar ala 918 but still pretty good. has 462 hp, awd, and the new 8sp pdk transmission. 30 mile electric range with 0-60 in 4.5s. might even be less expensive than regular pana. perfect!

now they just need to add that rear bench seat

 

I'd say Telsa need a nice interior to compete with Porsche. Tesla is all go, no show. Great technology, but a 6 figure Tesla has the interior of a 3er BMW, or worse IMO.

 

How can you say that, the Telsa interior is at least as good as a Chev but then a Chev doesn't go for six figures either.

 

The new Panamera is a home-run...... love everything about it..... would buy one if I didn't need an SUV.

 

pana does everything suv does. awd, rear hatch, seats fold down, etc. only thing missing is the rear seats only fit 2

 

Space is significantly less than most SUVs as well.

 

If you need space to carry people and luggage... the Cayenne has a lot more room.

And for parking ease... the Cayenne is much shorter (but a little wider).

2017 Porsche Cayenne: Length - 191.1″
2016 Porsche Panamera: Length - 197.4" (or 203.3″ executive)
2017 Porsche Macan: Length - 184.3 to 185″

2017 Porsche Cayenne: Width - 78.7″
2016 Porsche Panamera: Width - 76.02″
2017 Porsche Macan: Width - 76.1″

So that's the challenge.... if you need more space, the Cayenne is better... if you don't need the space, why not just get a 911?

I still think the new body style is gorgeous though.

 

I have had two panameras and currently have 2014 Panamera GTS and love it has a great sound (v8) and carries a ton of stuff. I also own a 2016 cayenne Turbo this is a great vehicle also my wife loves it (got the comfort seats).. not sure it carbs any more stuff but it does have 5 seats...
I also have a2016 Audi RS7 and it is less money the the turbo panamera and I have to say I like it better .. but they both service their purpose...
I am really sold on porsche great cars and overall very high build quality ...

 

Got invited to a PCNA reveal next month. If any car can convince my wife that to forego an SUV/pickup for DD duties, it may be this car. Or, a used FF. Fingers crossed!
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I saw a '17 panamera on the road last weekend.
It was at night, so i could not get a photo.
I do like the new rear end!!

 

Porsche announces debut of turbo s hybrid for Geneva show next month.

should be insane with almost 700hp. basically a toned down 918 spider drivetrain in a panamera.

my pick for best sedan all time

 

Sport wagon also to debut in geneva. Looks good but only has 4 plus 1 seating with almost no leg room for middle seat. Not sure why they dont just make all panamera option of true 5 seats.