Porsche Panamera Hybrid Overview

The Panamera S Hybrid uses the same powertrain as the Cayenne Hybrid, a 333-hp supercharged 3.0-liter V-6 combined with a 47-hp electric motor and an eight-speed automatic transmission with auto stop-start. A unique feature of the Panamera Hybrid is the ability to cruise at highway speeds on electric power alone.The body appears to be a four-door sedan but with a coupe-like profile and a power liftgate, rather than a typical trunk, for access to the spacious luggage area. Standard safety features include ten airbags, bi-xenon adaptive headlights with LED daytime running lights, rain sensing wipers, full LED rear lighting, four belt pretensioners and electronic traction and stability control. A small sample of optional tech features includes a 6-disc CD changer, Bose surround sound, Burmester surround sound, front and rear ParkAssist, an electronic logbook and voice control.

The Panamera S Hybrid is all new for 2012.