The Porsche Panamera is a mid-sized luxury vehicle developed by the German automotive manufacturer Porsche. Panamera is front-engined and rear-wheel-drive, with all-wheel drive versions also available. The executive car started production in 2009 and is still continued. Porsche’s Panamera was one of the first to receive the PDK, and it isn’t just reliable and robust, but also capable of drifting.
Overview
Panamera models are available in a wide range of configurations and at such a range of prices that your choice should be dictated by your budget and needs. A powerful 4.0-liter Twin-turbocharged V8 engine powers the Panamera providing 620 horsepower. The Porsche claims 0-60mph in just 3.6 seconds and it has a top speed of 168mph.
Reliability
Porsche has built a good reputation in terms of reliability over the years. However, In terms of reliability ratings, the Porsche Panamera is one of the worst in its class. The Panamera reliability rating is 0.5 out of 5.0, which ranks it right at the bottom at 30th for full-size luxury vehicles. It has poor ownership costs and a lot of issues.
Safety
The Porsche Panamera succeeded well in terms of high speed and powerful engines. However, they were somehow quite disappointing when it comes to their reliability and safety ratings. The crucial safety features aren’t that exclusive and are even not included in the base models.
Depreciation Rate
The Porsche Panamera will depreciation around 61% after 5 years and will have a resale value of $53,319. The depreciation rate depends on a lot of things apart from its condition and years of usage the market also plays a crucial role.
Maintenance and Repair
The Porsche vehicles are luxury vehicles. So, they usually require more maintenance and are expensive to maintain as compared to normal vehicles. The Porsche Panamera will cost about $16,531 for maintenance and repairs during the first 10 years of service, which is simply more than the industry average for a luxury sedan.
FAQ
Is Panamera a Front-Wheel-Drive, Rear-Wheel-Drive or All-Wheel-Drive car?
The Porsche Panamera is a Rear Wheel Drive car.
How many seats are in the Panamera?
The Panamera is a car with 4 seats. The EPA Classification for this car is: Large Cars
What is the horsepower in a Porsche Panamera and does it have a turbo?
The Porsche Panamera has 325 horsepower and 331 lb-ft of torque. The engine is a Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded V-6 with a displacement of 2.9 L The fuel system is: Gasoline Direct Injection.
What type of wheels does it have?
Porsche Panamera has 19 X 9 inch Aluminum Front Wheels and 19 X 10.5 inch Aluminum Rear Wheels.
What problems do Porsche Panamera have?
Panameras are known to have issues with the auxiliary cooler pump. At low revs, they can experience engine overheating. After you have enjoyed your test drive, the engine should be warm. Let the car sit idle for 15 minutes before turning the ignition.
What is the most reliable year for the Porsche Panamera?
The 2015 Porsche Panamera is rated the best in terms of overall quality, and customer reviews. The owners have reported the fewest problems this year, and the vehicle is close to the end of its first generation. This is because the Porsche Panamera’s builders had extensive experience in building them and were familiar with how to fix them.
Which is better Cayenne or Panamera?
The Porsche Cayenne S will produce 434 horsepower and a 0-60mph time of 4.9 seconds (or 4.6% with the Sport Chrono Package). The Porsche Panamera 4S has 440 horsepower and a 0-60mph time of 4.2 seconds (or 4.02 seconds with the Sport Chrono Package).
Which is bigger Macan or Panamera?
It’s interesting to note that the Panamera feels larger than the Macan, but it is actually wider than the Macan. Just looking at the specs, I was shocked to see that the Panamera (all variants), is 76.02″ wide and the Macan 76.1″. The Macan is a friggin’ wide!