insideKENT Magazine Issue 57 - December 2016 | Page 163

The new Panamera . Courage changes everything .
The new Porsche Panamera , redeveloped from the ground up , is a sports car and luxury saloon in one . the engines and transmission were reengineered , the chassis perfected , the display and operating concept interpreted for the future with multitouch controls , and the design embodies core brand values even more . Almost everything about the new Panamera is a technological leap forwards .
The second generation of the Gran Turismo is currently available in four all-wheel drive versions : Panamera 4S , Panamera Turbo , Panamera 4S Diesel and Panamera 4 E-Hybrid . Even at first sight it is clear that the exterior is sharper , more elegant , yet with a silhouette that is inherently Porsche . Bold touches resonate with sports car genetics . It borrows its dynamic roofline from the 911 and an illuminated rear profile strip across the whole width of the car nods to the AWD models of the 911 family .
The range introduces a completely new generation of powerful yet efficient engines , 2.9-litre V6 for the Panamera 4S and 4.0-litre V8 for the 4S Diesel and Turbo . The Diesel delivers 422 hp with 850 Nm of torque . For the Turbo , the layout of its two exhaust turbochargers within the V of the cylinder banks results in shorter exhaust paths and more immediate responsiveness .
This translates to 550 hp , 770 Nm of torque and 0-62 mph in 3.6 seconds with Sport Chrono Package and Launch Control activated . However , its adaptive cylinder control means that when not required , four of the eight cylinders can be deactivated automatically , saving fuel in the process .
Any doubts about hybrid technology will evaporate behind the wheel of the new Panamera 4 E- Hybrid . 462 hp of sports car power with a top speed of 172 mph and 0 to 62 mph in just 4.6 seconds with Launch Control . Yet combined fuel consumption is an impressive 113.0 mpg and only 56 g / km of CO2 emissions are produced .
The Hybrid drive consists of a new 330 hp , 2.9- litre V6 twin-turbo engine producing 450 Nm of torque and a new 136 hp electric motor offering 400 Nm of torque . With both drive elements working in parallel , 700 Nm of torque is available immediately and constantly across a wide speed range . Significantly , the battery capacity has been increased by almost 150 % to 14 kWh giving an electric range of up to 31 miles .
The full expression of the innovative capacity of the new Panamera is evident from the interior . In front of the driver sits a familiar arrangement of five instruments but , while the central revcounter is still analogue , it is now flanked by two 7-inch TFT information displays which can be configured to display information of the driver ’ s choosing .
Technical Data
Engine Power Torque 0-62 mph ( with launch control ) Top speed Fuel consumption ( combined ) CO2 emissions
Panamera 4S
2.9-litre V6 440 hp 550 Nm 4.2 sec 179 mph 34.4-34.9 mpg 186-184 g / km
This Porsche Advanced Cockpit is the control centre for a wealth of new connected services , accessed via the new Porsche Communication Management ( PCM ) system with a high-resolution 12-inch touch screen in the centre console .
The Porsche Connect App provides a seamless connection between information stored in the car and on your smartphone , including streamed music or calendar entries . With the new Panamera your car ’ s infotainment becomes an extension of your other connected devices .
For ultimate comfort , the driver can specify 14- way power memory seats with additional massage function , and , if the soundtrack of the optional new sports exhaust system doesn ’ t distract you , the Burmester ® 3D High-End surround sound system is available for a concerthall experience . You can even add in an ioniser to create the perfect air quality .
The new Panamera models are on sale now .
Panamera 4S Diesel
4.0-litre V8 422 hp 850 Nm 4.3 sec 177 mph 41.5-42.2 mpg 178-176 g / km
Panamera Turbo
4.0-litre V8 550 hp 770 Nm 3.6 sec 190 mph 30.1-30.4 mpg 214-212 g / km
Price ( RRP inc VAT )
From £ 88,700
From £ 91,788
From £ 113,075
Porsche Centre Tonbridge / Brook Farm / Five Oak Green Road / Tonbridge / TN11 0QN / 01732 361222 / www . porschetonbridge . co . uk
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