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2016 2 4dr Rear-Wheel Drive Hatchback
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Price:   -  From $78,100
2016 Edition 4dr Rear-Wheel Drive Hatchback Price:   -  From $80,000
2016 4 4dr All-Wheel Drive Hatchback Price:   -  From $82,800
2016 4 Edition 4dr All-Wheel Drive Hatchback Price:   -  From $84,300
2016 S 4dr Rear-Wheel Drive Hatchback Price:   -  From $93,200
2016 4S 4dr All-Wheel Drive Hatchback Price:   -  From $98,300
2016 GTS 4dr All-Wheel Drive Hatchback Price:   -  From $113,400
2016 4S Executive 4dr All-Wheel Drive Hatchback Price:   -  From $125,600
2016 Turbo 4dr All-Wheel Drive Hatchback Price:   -  From $141,300
2016 Turbo Executive 4dr All-Wheel Drive Hatchback Price:   -  From $161,100
2016 Turbo S 4dr All-Wheel Drive Hatchback Price:   -  From $180,300
2016 Turbo S Executive 4dr All-Wheel Drive Hatchback Price:   -  From $200,500
2016 Exclusive Series 4dr All-Wheel Drive Hatchback Price:   -  From $263,900

Overview

Porsche's luxurious hatchback sedan continues to hold to the company's traditional traits of fantastic driving performance, all-around civility and usability, and supreme materials quality and build integrity. It just does so in a fairly large, very accommodating package.

What's New for 2016

The Edition models are Porsche's take on a value package for the Panamera. A meaningful list of equipment that is optional on the base Panamera or Panamera 4 -- including PASM adjustable suspension, the Dynamic Light System, Park Assist, a lovely two-tone black and tan interior, 14-way power seats and seat heaters front and rear -- is made standard. Other Panamera models carry over unchanged.

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Choosing Your Porsche Panamera

Porsche Panamera

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There are currently fourteen varieties of the Panamera available on Porsche's menu. One of these, the Panamera S E-Hybrid, is different enough from the others to warrant separate consideration and its own post. One other, the Panamera Exclusive Series, was limited to a run of 100 individual cars which sold out 48 hours after being made available. No, we don't know why it's still listed either.

This leaves us with twelve distinct cars that answer to the Panamera name. They vary by engine type, number of driven wheels, and even body length; the Executive cars are stretched by 5.9 inches to open up even more room for the already-spacious rear seats, which are also now power-adjusted. In order from least to most powerful and by price (not including the $995 destination fee) within those groups:

  • Panamera: 310-horsepower 3.6-liter, rear-wheel drive, $78,100.
  • Panamera Edition: 310-horsepower 3.6-liter V6, rear-wheel drive, upgraded standard equipment, $80,000.
  • Panamera 4: 310-horsepower 3.6-liter V6, all-wheel drive, $82,800.
  • Panamera 4 Edition: 310-horsepower 3.6-liter V6, all-wheel drive, upgraded standard equipment, $84,300.
  • Panamera S: 420-horsepower turbocharged 3-liter V6, all-wheel drive, PASM standard, $93,200.
  • Panamera 4S: 420-horsepower turbocharged 3-liter V6, all-wheel drive, PASM standard, $98,300.
  • Panamera 4S Executive: 420-horsepower turbocharged 3-liter V6, all-wheel drive, adaptive air suspension, increased length, 4-zone climate control, $125,600.
  • Panamera GTS: 440-horsepower 4.8-liter V8, all-wheel drive, adaptive air suspension, 18-way seats, $113,400.
  • Panamera Turbo: 520-horsepower turbocharged 4.8-liter V8, all-wheel drive, adaptive air suspension, keyless ignition, $141,300.
  • Panamera Turbo Executive: 520-horsepower turbocharged 4.8-liter V8, all-wheel drive, adaptive air suspension, increased length, 4-zone climate control, $161,100.
  • Panamera Turbo S: 570-horsepower turbocharged 4.8-liter V8, all-wheel drive, adaptive air suspension, PCCB ceramic brakes standard, upgraded interior, $180,300.
  • Panamera Turbo S Executive: 570-horsepower turbocharged 4.8-liter V8, all-wheel drive, adaptive air suspension, PCCB ceramic brakes standard, increased length, upgraded interior, 4-zone climate control, $200,500.

(There will be a quiz in ten minutes.)

Porsche Panamera

Various other equipment upgrades and trim changes are naturally included within this progression. Regardless of powerplant or driveline, all Panameras use Porsche's excellent 7-speed PDK semi-automatic transmission and contain an extensive amount of high-quality standard equipment including navigation and satellite radio.

After settling on a particular model the buyer must then face off against Porsche's overwhelming option list, which includes features ranging from PDCC active suspension ($5,000) to a monumentally powerful 16-speaker Burmester sound system ($5,890) to leather-trimmed climate control vents ($2,505). We strongly recommend spending serious time with Porsche's online configurator, which is among the best in the business and is invaluable in helping to sort through the dizzying array of choices.

Underlying this exercise in contemplative purchasing is one of the finest cars in the world, an individualistic and luxurious and extremely capable machine with an intriguing sense of character. Porsches have never totally conformed to mainstream guidelines even as they've become mainstream status symbols, and the Panamera's unique shape and endurance-racer genetic structure set it apart in the best way.

CarsDirect Tip

It may not pack the absolute thrust of the Turbo models and may be both slightly more expensive and slightly less efficient than the S, but get the GTS -- and its ripping, glorious naturally aspirated V8 -- while you can.

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: Outstanding vehicle. Only the most exceptional vehicles achieve this rating.

: Very Good vehicle. Very good and close to being the best vehicle in its class.

: Good vehicle. Decent, but not quite the best. Often affordable, but lacking key features found in vehicles of the same class.

: Below average vehicle. Not recommended, and lacking attributes a car buyer would come to expect for the price.

: Poor vehicle. Simply does not deserve to be on the road.

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A four-door sports car no longer seems like an oxymoron thanks to the Porsche Panamera. Introduced in 2010, the four-seat Panamera extends the Porsche range much in the same way as the brand’s two SUVs do. Rear- and all-wheel drive choices as well as standard and extended wheelbase models are available.

Pricing and Equipment

The 2016 Porsche Panamera starts at $78,100 (plus a $995 destination charge) for the standard model. The Panamera is available in more than a dozen trims, including hybrid models, with the top-end Exclusive Series sedan priced at $263,900. Three engine sizes are available, including 3- and 3.6-liter V6s, and a 4.8-liter V-8. Rear-wheel drive is standard; all-wheel drive is available.

Standard equipment for the model tested included:

  • Automatic bi-xenon headlights
  • Adaptive headlights
  • Quad-exhaust tips
  • Power liftgate
  • Adaptive suspension dampers
  • Front and rear parking sensors
  • Tilt and telescopic steering column
  • Heated power-operated front seats
  • Seven-inch touch screen with navigation
  • Eleven-speaker audio system with satellite and HD radios

Performance Pros

Porsche Panamera
  • Despite weighing more than two tons, the Porsche Panamera matches well with the 911 in the handling department.
  • Move up to the S and Turbo models and you’ll experience the full-range of power and performance this sports sedan offers.
  • The PDK is a seven-speed automated manual transmission and a fast shifting one at that.

Performance Cons

Think "Porsche" and "speed" comes to mind. The 3.6-liter V6 is the slowest of the lot, moving this sedan from 0 to 60 mph in 6 seconds flat.

Interior Pros

Porsche Panamera
  • Our testers lauded the Panamera’s roomy and limousine-like rear seat, offering space for two and a comfortable setting for both passenger positions.
  • The stretched wheelbase models offer even more room for rear seating passengers and bring in such as amenities as heated and ventilated seats, eight-way power rear seats, and power sunshades for the back and rear windows.
  • Access and egress for the rear seats is very good and excellent in stretched wheelbase models with its longer rear doors.

Interior Cons

  • Similarly priced luxury sedans offer a better selection of tech and comfort features than the Panamera. You won’t find such leading-edge technologies as active massage seats or night vision systems in this Porsche.
  • The Porsche Panamera’s cabin isn’t as quiet at its rivals. At the same time, this is one demerit entirely expected in a four-door sports car.

The Most Pleasant Surprise

Engine stop-start is increasingly common across the automotive spectrum and the Porsche Panamera is no exception. Some also find it an annoyance, but happily it can be deactivated at the press of a button, except in the hybrid.

The Least Pleasant Surprise

Did someone say that the Panamera’s interior seems “busy?” Our testers said so, pointing out the copious number of buttons up front. Try keeping track of all of them.

The Bottom Line

Porsche Panamera

There is really no other model like the Porsche Panamera. It is the ideal choice for people who must put aside their sports car as their families grow. But the trade off isn’t as steep as it is when choosing an SUV as this sedan advances exclusivity and maintains many of the same characteristics of the Cayman and 911, including its classic good looks up front.

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Specs & Features

Highlights
Overall Crash Safety Rating
Not Available
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
3.6L V-6 / 310 HP / 295 ft.lbs.
Transmission
Standard: 7-spd sequential shift control auto-shift man w/OD
Drive Type
Rear-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Highway/Combined
18 / 28 / 23 Mpg
Passenger Capacity
4
Bumper to Bumper Warranty
48 Months / 50,000 Miles
Mechanical Specs
Engine - Cylinders/Horsepower/Torque
3.6L V-6 / 310 HP / 295 ft.lbs.
Drive Type
Rear-wheel
Fuel Economy - City/Hwy/Combined
18 / 28 / 23 Mpg
Brakes
4-wheel Disc
Front Suspension
Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension
Independent Multi-link
Spare Tire And Wheel
Fuel Tank
21.1 Gal. / 26.4 Gal.
Recommended Fuel Type
Premium Unleaded
Average Cost To Fill Tank
$81
Dimensions & Capabilities
Maximum Cargo Volume
44.6 Cu.ft.
Passenger Volume
Exterior Length
197.4 "
Exterior Width
76.0 "
Exterior Height
55.8 "
Front Headroom
38.0 "
Rear Headroom
38.2 "
Front Legroom
41.9 "
Rear Legroom
33.3 "
Front Shoulder Room
51.9 "
Rear Shoulder Room
51.7 "
Front Hip Room
Rear Hip Room
Curb Weight
3,902 Lbs.
Wheel Base
115 "
Turning Radius
19.6 '
Exterior Features
Door Count
4 Doors
Wheels
18.0 " Silver Aluminum / 20.0 " Machined Aluminum / 19.0 " Machined Aluminum / 20.0 " Silver Aluminum / 20.0 " Body-colored Aluminum / 20.0 " Black Aluminum / 19.0 " Silver Aluminum / 20.0 " Polished Aluminum
Paint
Clearcoat Monotone / Metallic Monotone
Exterior Mirrors
Dual Heated, Power Remote Driver, Power Remote W/tilt Down Passenger
Bumpers
Body-colored
Grille Moldings
Rear Spoiler
Power
Exhaust
Dual Stainless Steel With Polished Tailpipe Finish / Dual Stainless Steel With Powdercoated Tailpipe Finish
Interior Features
Seating
Passenger Capacity
4
Seat Trim
Leather
Front Seat Type
Bucket / Sport Bucket
Heated Front Seats
Driver And Front Passenger Heated-cushion, Heated-seatback
Front Driver Seat Direction Controls
(8-way Power) / (10-way Power) / (12-way Power)
Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls
(8-way Power) / (10-way Power) / (12-way Power)
Front Armrests
(8-way Power) / (10-way Power) / (12-way Power)
Rear Armrests
Center / Center With Pass-thru And Skibag
Rear Seats
60-40 Bucket / 40-20-40 Bucket / 40-40 Bucket
Radio & Infotainment
Radio
Siriusxm Am/fm/satellite, Seek-scan
Speakers
11 / 14 Bose / 16 Burmester
Radio Steering Wheel Controls
Apple Car Play
Android Auto
Bluetooth w/ Hands-Free Connectivity
Convenience Features
Steering Wheel Type
Telescopic Tilt Style / Power Telescopic Tilt Style
Climate Control
Automatic Air Conditioning
Cruise Control
Sun Roof
Express Open/close
Rearview Mirror
Auto-dimming Day-night
One Touch Open Window
Front And Rear
Tinted Windows
Light
Vanity Mirrors
Dual Illuminated
Remote Keyless Entry
Keyfob (all Doors)
Power Outlets
4 / 5
Safety Features
Overall Crash Safety Rating
Not Yet Available
Overall Front Crash Safety Rating
Not Yet Available
Overall Side Crash Safety Rating
Not Yet Available
Rollover Crash Safety Rating
Not Yet Available
Front Impact Airbags
Driver And Passenger
Driver Side Impact Airbags
Seat Mounted
Knee Airbag
Driver And Passenger
Passenger Side Impact Airbag
Seat Mounted
Rear Side Airbag
Rear Side-impact Airbag
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Front And Rear
Anti-Lock Brakes
4-wheel Anti-lock Brakes (abs)
Forward Collision Warning
Blind Spot Sensor
Blind Spot
Lane Departure Warning
Lane Departure
Autonomous Cruise Control
Pedestrian Detection
Driver Attention Alert
Daytime Running Lights
Auto High Beams
Auto High-beam
Adaptive Headlights
Directionally Adaptive
Parking Sensors
Parkassist Front And Rear / Front And Rear
Security Systems
Security System
Panic Alarm
Ignition Disable
Immobilizer
Warranty
Bumper To Bumper Months Miles
48 Months / 50,000 Miles
Major Components Months
48 Months / 50,000 Miles
Included Maintenance Months
Roadside Assistance Months
48 Months / 50,000 Miles
Corrosion Perforation
144 Months / Unlimited Miles
Accessories Months
24 Months / Unlimited Miles

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