Over the years, the Porsche Panamera has established an impressive reputation for performance and luxury, making it the preferred choice among drivers looking for an exhilarating and refined driving experience. For the 2024 model year, the sports sedan delivers more power and thrills than ever before with an upgraded standard engine and a new plug-in hybrid powertrain. Let's look at the engine options and performance specs of the 2024 Porsche Panamera to see if it can meet your expectations.
Engine Options
The 2024 Porsche Panamera has two powertrains to choose from. With improvements in pressure, ignition timing, and fuel-injection flow rate, the standard 2.9-liter turbocharged V-6 now generates 348 horsepower and 368 lb-ft of torque. That's 23 horsepower and 37 lb-ft more than the outgoing version. The engine delivers power to the rear wheel or all four wheels via an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.
The base engine is powerful enough to satisfy most driving enthusiasts. However, if you want something that gets your adrenaline pumping, go for the all-wheel-drive Turbo E-Hybrid. The top-spec model boasts a beastly powertrain with a 4.0-liter twin-turbo V-8 and a 187-horsepower electric motor. Mated to an upgraded eight-speed dual-clutch transmission, it delivers a combined output of 670 horsepower and 685 lb-ft of torque.
Performance Specs
Fitted with the standard 2.9-liter turbocharged V-6, the entry-level Panamera can accelerate from zero to 60 mph in a mere five seconds and reach a maximum speed of 169 mph. The Panamera 4 uses the same engine but cuts the sprint time to 4.7 seconds, achieving a top speed of 168 mph.
The Turbo E-Hybrid can go from zero to 60 mph in a mind-blowing 3 seconds and hit a top speed of 196 mph. This makes it one of the fastest sedans on the market.
Driving Dynamics
When it comes to handling, the 2024 Porsche Panamera strikes the perfect balance between a sports car and a luxury sedan. This is in part because it comes with two suspension options.
The standard setup is a two-valve air suspension system with Porsche Active Suspension Management. This helps to reduce the impact of damaged road surfaces and traverse joints, which are the parts of the road where asphalt blocks meet. It means you'll enjoy a smooth and tranquil ride even when traveling over rough surfaces. Furthermore, this suspension system contributes to better composure around corners and winding roads, making the sedan a pleasure to drive. For an even more engaging driving experience, consider getting the available all-wheel steering, which enhances responsiveness and stability at high speeds.
If you're going for the Turbo E-Hybrid, you can equip your Panamera with the state-of-the-art Porsche Active Ride suspension system. This system features two-valve technology and integrates innovative active shock absorbers connected to an electronically operated hydraulic pump. In spirited driving situations, Porsche Active Ride helps the Panamera perfectly connect with the road, taking sporty driving to a whole new level. Besides making the sedan incredibly agile and fun to drive, it provides pure driving comfort.
At the touch of a button, Porsche Active Ride enables the Panamera to lean into corners like a motorcycle. It also controls acceleration and braking forces to keep the car level. Moreover, the technology can raise or lower the sedan's body to maintain optimal ground clearance or make ingress and egress easier.
Efficiency and Eco-Friendly Options
According to the EPA, the all-wheel-drive 2024 Porsche Panamera 4 earns 18/25 mpg (city/highway), which is impressive for a sports sedan. The EPA hasn't released an official rating for the Turbo E-Hybrid, but Car and Driver estimates that the plug-in hybrid model returns 50 MPGe and an all-electric range of almost 30 miles. The Turbo E-Hybrid's 370-volt electrical system includes a 21.8 kWh battery, which can be replenished in slightly more than two hours via the 11 kWh onboard charger.
Cutting-Edge Technology
Besides being a blast to drive, the 2024 Porsche Panamera boasts cutting-edge technology to make your trips easier, more enjoyable, and safer.
Now, you can conveniently connect your smartphone to your Panamera using your Porsche ID and a QR code from the Porsche Communication Management system. In addition, the infotainment system has been updated to enhance the functionality of your My Porsche app when you're connected to Apple CarPlay or Android Auto. This allows you to use the app to control functions such as air conditioning, ambient lighting, and seat massage. The Porsche sedan also offers the Siri voice assistant to help you focus on your driving.
Regardless of your chosen model, the Panamera comes standard with a large 12.3-inch touch-screen display and a 14-speaker Bose surround-sound audio system. Available features include a head-up display and a 21-speaker Burmester 3D surround-sound audio system.
To provide greater peace of mind on the road, the new Porsche Panamera receives updates to its driver-assistance systems. Active speed assistance joins the list of standard safety features, including lane-keep assist and traffic-sign recognition. This technology recognizes and interacts with posted speed limits to ensure you don't exceed them. Porsche InnoDrive combines adaptive cruise control, active lane guidance, and intersection assistance to optimize your speed and reduce fatigue in traffic jams. Another notable feature is the automatic parking system, which lets you remotely park the car via your smartphone.
Experience the 2024 Porsche Panamera Today
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