MOTORING NEWS - The Panamera 4E Hybrid benefits from the dynamics of the 918 Spyder super sportscar, while the Executive models, catering for the discerning businessman, feature a wheelbase that has been extended by 150mm, not only expanding the body but also extending the range of models offered.
The Panamera 4E Hybrid delivers a winning combination of performance-oriented hybrid drive and sustainable e-mobility with dynamic sportiness and luxurious driving comfort.
This GT, with the petrol-electric powertrain, is redefining the term "balance" in its own way. It boasts 340kW of system power, generated by the new 2.9-litre V6 bi-turbo engine and the electric motor. It also delivers a level of power that rivals that of a 911 Turbo: torque of 700Nm is immediately available from the start.
This ensures driving pleasure and enables the Panamera 4E Hybrid to accelerate from 0-100km/ h in a claimed 4.6 seconds, thanks to the boost function. Balancing this, it has an electric range of about 50km, with an average fuel consumption of a 2.5-litres per 100km in the new European driving cycle. This means you'd have no real chance of achieving this figure unless you are using your 4E Hybrid in and around town most of the time.
The Panamera has been a great success story for Porsche.
HIGHLY LUXURIOUS
The new Panamera Executive models are highly luxurious versions of the Gran Turismo. They have a longer wheelbase, combining dynamic performance with outstanding comfort. With this long version, Porsche is satisfying the needs of customers who demand maximum space in the rear. All four models share a wheelbase that has been extended by 150mm, set to benefit passengers in the rear. The added space provides extra legroom.
In addition, all Executive models feature enhanced equipment levels. The standard equipment includes adaptive air suspension, a panoramic roof, electric comfort seats with comfort headrests in the rear, heated seats at the front and rear, as well as rear roll-up sun blinds.
The Panamera 4S Executive and Panamera Turbo Executive feature a more comprehensive range of equipment as standard. Designed as a chauffeur-driven saloon, this longer wheelbase Porsche is available in the all-wheel drive versions of Panamera 4 Executive at 243kW, Panamera 4E Hybrid Executive at 340kW, Panamera 4S Executive at 324kW and Panamera Turbo Executive at 404kW.
PRICING
Panamera 4 Executive - R1 527 000 (five year DrivePlan) R1 477 000 (three year DrivePlan); Panamera 4S Executive - R1 849 000 (five year DrivePlan) R1 799 000 (three year DrivePlan); Panamera Turbo Executive - R2 694 000 (five year DrivePlan) R2 644 000 (three year DrivePlan); Panamera 4E Hybrid - price to be confirmed; Panamera 4E Hybrid Executive - price to be confirmed.
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