2016 – it was a year of impressive models, beautiful moments and unique stories. We’ve made an attempt to collect all of these special moments in one video. Check it out. Brand outranks other luxury manufacturers for second year in a row
Atlanta, Georgia. The Porsche brand has ranked highest among all nameplates, according to the latest J.D. Power 2016 U.S. Sales Satisfaction Index (SSI) Study released November 11, 2016. The brand also placed higher than all other luxury manufacturers for the second consecutive year. Porsche improved upon its 2015 standing by 72 points to capture the overall ranking for the second time in the 30-year history of the SSI Study. The SSI Study measures satisfaction with the sales experience among new-vehicle buyers and rejecters - those who shop a dealership and purchase elsewhere. Buyer satisfaction is based on four measures: working out the deal (25%); salesperson (19%); delivery process (16%); and facility (15%). Porsche ranked highest among all automotive brands across all four categories. Rejecter satisfaction is based on five measures: salesperson (10%); fairness of price (4%); experience negotiating (4%); facility (3%); and variety of inventory (3%). Porsche improved this year in the areas of price, facility and inventory. "Customer satisfaction is our highest priority in our endeavor to deliver a unique and rewarding Porsche experience," said Klaus Zellmer, President and CEO, Porsche Cars North America, Inc. "We pride ourselves on building exciting and innovative sports cars, but our success is ultimately measured by the approval and appreciation of our customers. I would particularly like to thank our dealer partners who have made it their mission to provide a benchmark experience for their clients who are purchasing a Porsche." The 2016 SSI Study is based on responses from 28,979 buyers who purchased or leased their new vehicle in April or May 2016. The study is a comprehensive analysis of the new-vehicle shopping and purchasing experience and measures customer satisfaction at U.S. dealerships. Those who drive a Porsche want to drive. The more sporty, more comfortable, more efficient and more safe the drive the better. Porsche InnoDrive assists you in a completely new way.
The system enhances adaptive cruise control with additional, innovative functions. It predictively optimises your speed. With the aid of high-resolution navigation data and information supplied by the radar and video sensors, Porsche InnoDrive determines speed limits and topographical road features, such as gradients or corner radii, along your route even before you reach them – and modifies the gearshift strategy and speed of the Panamera accordingly. For intelligent driving and a significant efficiency advantage. You can adapt the driving feel by pressing the SPORT button. Depending on the mode, the system selects the optimum parameters for engine management and gear selection, including coasting and deceleration. Implemented for the first time at Porsche in the Panamera, the system uses the knowledge gained from its prediction horizon of up to 1.8 miles to formulate the optimum timing for acceleration, constant speed driving and deceleration phases to provide a harmonious driving experience. Imagine, for example, that a speed restriction is in force further along the route but the traffic sign is not yet in sight of the driver: the system already knows that deceleration will be required and initiates a fuel-saving coasting maneuver. Porsche InnoDrive represents the typically Porsche realization of efficient driving – for greater comfort and greater driving pleasure. Traffic Jam AssistAnother feature of Porsche InnoDrive including adaptive cruise control is Traffic Jam Assist. It eases the burden on the driver when congestion is encountered on major highways. At speeds of up to approximately 37 mph, the system uses gentle steering inputs to keep the vehicle in the middle of the lane, regulates the distance from vehicles in front and follows the queue ahead where system limitations allow. To do this, Traffic Jam Assist tracks roadway signs and other vehicles on the road. The benefit? Appreciable stress relief and greater comfort on long drives. * The assistance provided by Porsche InnoDrive is subject to system limitations. The driver must monitor driving style at all times and intervene in cases of doubt. The system can be overridden at any time by use of the brake or accelerator pedal. Atlanta, Georgia. The Paris Motor Show will see Porsche unveil the next model in the all-new Panamera line: the Panamera 4 E-Hybrid with standard all-wheel drive and an electric range of up to 31 miles (50 km). The plug-in hybrid vehicle generates 462 hp of total system output and delivers impressive fuel consumption of 2.5 l/100 km, which corresponds to only 56 g/km of CO2 emissions. All figures to date are based upon the New European Driving Cycle (NEDC).
Performance Hybrid At Porsche, the term "hybrid" is synonymous with sustainable mobility and performance – most recently displayed with the back-to-back victories of the Porsche 919 Hybrid in the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 2015 and 2016. This philosophy is now also defining the Panamera 4 E-Hybrid. The new Porsche plug-in hybrid always starts in electric mode and continues as a zero-emission vehicle with a maximum all-electric range of 31 miles and a maximum speed on battery power of 86 mph. And yet, this Panamera is still a sports car among luxury sedans: the all-wheel drive four-door Porsche achieves a top track speed of 172 mph and delivers a total system torque of 516 pound-feet without hesitation. The torque is transferred to all four wheels, while the standard three-chamber air suspension ensures an optimum balance between comfort and performance at all times. The newest plug-in hybrid sports sedan breaks the 0-60 barrier in just 4.4 seconds. New hybrid strategy based on the Porsche 918 Spyder The superlative performance is no accident: the new Panamera 4 E-Hybrid features a hybrid strategy never before seen in this segment – a strategy based on the 918 Spyder. The 887-hp 918 Spyder is the fastest series-produced vehicle ever to lap the Nürburgring Nordschleife. The record lap time of 6:57 minutes is in part attributed to the additional power provided by two electric motors. As with the 918 Spyder, the power of the Panamera electric motor – 136 hp (100 kW) and 295 pound-feet of torque – is made available as soon as the driver touches the accelerator pedal. On the predecessor model, the pedal needed to be pressed at least 80 percent of the way down to unleash the additional power of the electric drive’s “E-Boost” mode. Now, the electric motor is available to deliver additional power at any time. Together with the performance characteristics of the new 2.9-liter twin-turbo V6 (330 hp and 331 lb.-ft.), this generates an impressive boost scenario based on the electric motor and turbochargers. In the Panamera 4 E-Hybrid, the electrical energy is also used to increase the car’s top track speed. At Porsche, this new type of “E-Performance” – more power, more driving fun, lower fuel consumption – is seen as the performance kit of the future. New hybrid module and fast-shifting eight-speed PDK Together with the combustion engine decoupler, the electric motor heralds the next generation of the Porsche hybrid module. In contrast to the electro-hydraulic system of the previous model, the decoupler on the new Panamera is actuated electromechanically by an electric clutch actuator (ECA), resulting in even shorter response times. Similar to the other second-generation Panamera models, a new, efficient, and extremely fast-shifting Porsche eight-speed Doppelkupplung (PDK) transmission is used to transmit the power to the wheels. This transmission replaces the eight-speed automatic torque converter transmission in the previous model. The electric motor is supplied with power via a liquid-cooled lithium-ion battery. And despite the increase in energy content of the battery from 9.4 to 14.1 kWh (integrated under the luggage compartment floor), its weight has remained the same. The high-voltage battery takes just 12 hours to fully charge via a common 120 V, 10 amp connection. If the optional 7.2 kW on-board charger is utilized instead of the standard 3.6 kW unit, the charging times decrease to under three hours with a 240 V, 40 amp connection. The charging process can also be initiated using a timer via Porsche Communication Management (PCM) or the Porsche Car Connect app (for smartphones and Apple® Watches). Additionally, the Panamera 4 E-Hybrid features standard auxiliary air conditioning which can cool or heat the passenger compartment during charging. Porsche Advanced Cockpit with hybrid-specific displays One highlight of the second-generation Panamera is the newly designed display and control concept in the form of the standard Porsche Advanced Cockpit with touch-sensitive panels and individually configurable displays. Two seven-inch screens either side of the analog tachometer form the interactive cockpit, and in contrast to the other Panamera variants, the Panamera 4 E-Hybrid features a power meter tailored to hybrid operation. The intuitive operating principle of the hybrid-specific displays is similar to that used in the Porsche 918 Spyder hypercar. The power meter provides data such as the amount of electrical energy currently being used as well as the amount recovered through recuperation. A 12.3-inch touchscreen functions as the centralized Porsche Communication Management (PCM) control and display unit. The driver can access various items of hybrid-specific information both here on the display and in the instrument cluster. The boost assistant and hybrid assistant are both practical and informative. The former display shows the energy available for boosting, while the latter provides various visual signals for regulating the electrical drive power. Ultimate efficiency in “Hybrid Auto” mode The Sport Chrono Package, which integrates a mode switch into the steering wheel, forms part of the standard equipment on the Panamera 4 E-Hybrid. The mode switch and PCM are used to activate the various driving modes. These modes include the familiar “Sport” and “Sport Plus” modes from other Panamera models equipped with the Sport Chrono Package. The hybrid-specific modes are “E-Power,” “Hybrid Auto,” “E-Hold,” and “E-Charge.” The Panamera 4 E-Hybrid always starts in “E-Power” which puts the powertrain in a pure electric mode. The “Hybrid Auto” mode is a completely new development which adjusts and combines the internal combustion and electric mode drive sources automatically for ultimate efficiency. The “E-Hold” mode allows drivers to conserve the current state of charge of the lithium-ion battery. This will allow the driver to utilize electric mode (and therefore drive with zero emissions) in an environmental zone at their destination, for example. In “E-Charge” mode, the battery is charged by the V6 engine; to achieve this, the gasoline engine generates a higher level of power than is needed for driving. The highest level of drive performance is made available in the “Sport” and “Sport Plus” modes. The twin-turbo V6 remains active in these modes. In “Sport” mode, the battery charge is maintained at a level to ensure there is sufficient e-boost capability when needed. Finally, “Sport Plus” mode is all about maximum performance and allows the Panamera to reach its top track speed of 172 mph. This mode also recharges the battery as quickly as possible with the help of the twin-turbo V6 engine, while also dipping deeper into the power reserves to ensure maximum e-boost is available. Panamera 4 E-Hybrid availability and pricing The new 2018 Porsche Panamera 4 E-Hybrid is expected to become available in North America by the summer 2017. Pricing will be announced at a later date. Atlanta, Georgia. The new Panamera features a recently developed 3D High-End Surround Sound System from Burmester®. Two loudspeakers in the A-pillars work with Auro 3D technology to generate a three-dimensional spatial sound pattern that is reminiscent of the best concert halls in the world. This optional system available on all Panamera models has a total power output of 1,455 watts through 21 individually controlled loudspeakers – including a 400-watt, class-D subwoofer and a two-way center speaker.
Panamera first to pioneer high-end sound in the luxury segment The first-generation Porsche Panamera was the starting point for something that had never been available before: a sports sedan offering genuinely high-end sound engineered by music connoisseurs for music enthusiasts. Dieter Burmester took personal responsibility for the architecture and fine-tuning of the sound system that has been setting the standard for ultimate sound quality in series vehicles since 2009. Burmester® sound systems have been available for all Porsche model ranges ever since. Evolution of the sound experience in the new Panamera With the development of the new Panamera, the aim was to further improve the benchmark-setting performance delivered by the Burmester® sound system. More specifically, the objective was to enhance the emotional experience. To do this, state-of-the-art audio technologies were used, including powerful and highly efficient class-D amplifiers, intelligent algorithms to improve sound quality as well as the latest developments in Auro 3D processing. With these advantages, the new Panamera delivers a playback experience comparable to the best concert halls in the world. Conventional tuning measures also formed part of the development process. For example, higher efficiency loudspeakers have been implemented with an increased acoustically effective membrane area. While the surround sound system in the first Panamera featured 16 loudspeakers, the new Panamera features 21 loudspeakers, delivering an impressive sound experience via perfect positioning. The speaker contingent in the new Panamera comprises a total of four woofers, seven mid-range speakers, two broadband speakers and seven tweeters, as well as a subwoofer at the rear. Porsche is the only manufacturer to use the Burmester® Air Motion Transformer (AMT) in vehicles. The AMT technology — used for the front channels — is completely redesigned in the new Panamera and offers an efficiency level that has been increased by six decibels. The folded sheets of the new AMT loudspeakers have an oscillating mass that has nearly been cut in half compared to the previous design, yet the size of the piston area remains the same. In addition, the center channel of the sound system now also features two-way technology along with an AMT loudspeaker. This arrangement produces clean, clear sound and guarantees an extremely homogenous reproduction with highly realistic playback of instruments and voices, thus improving the voice quality of both the hands-free facility and the navigation system, too. Efficiency enhancements and lightweight construction applied to the sound system All of the drivers used in the Burmester® sound system are very durable and are now equipped with lightweight, torsion-resistant aluminum die-cast baskets. The drivers are also positioned at the optimum location in the vehicle to avoid sound and efficiency loss, enabling not only the most dynamic performance, but also considerably more consistent sound development in the vehicle. Thanks to a maximum sound level of 126 decibels, the sound system also provides a well-balanced and dynamic representation of challenging source material. Highly efficient class-D amplifiers control all 21 of the loudspeakers. The total power output has now been increased by around 40 percent to 1,455 watts but with a considerably reduced level of energy consumption. 400 watts are available to the subwoofer alone. The amplifiers achieve an efficiency level of over 95 percent, and because it weighs just 31.5 lbs., the Burmester® sound system achieves a new optimum value of 0.020 lbs. /W for its power-to-weight ratio, as is tradition in the sportscar segment. Realistic and clean sound with 3D processing and signal enhancement The Burmester® 3D High-End Surround Sound System offers a realistic concert hall-style atmosphere in a vehicle for the first time. The developers made a conscious effort not to use any of the spatial sound effects common in cinemas — instead they wanted a format that focused on delivering the best-possible music playback. Working with Galaxy Studios based in Belgium, the team implemented an algorithm developed especially for music in the Burmester® sound system. This algorithm produces a 3D musical impression that could previously only be experienced in concert halls. The Auro 3D processing format used for this purpose in a vehicle for the first time is distinguished by an extremely realistic spatial impression that can be generated from any source material, even mono sources. In the new Panamera, the 3D processing format makes it possible to subtly extend the sound in front of and even above the listener. The Burmester® sound system best showcases its spectacular sound quality when playing optimized, uncompressed and high-resolution music sources. However, the system still generates a clean sound experience when playing musical material with data compression, such as Bluetooth-streamed content, digital radio, or MP3 files. In addition, a special algorithm that restores the audio signal in line with the source material type has been used for the first time in the Panamera system. Negative influences on the sound quality resulting from limited bandwidth, encoding artifacts and pre-echo are effectively restored by the signal enhancement algorithm. The typical limitations on the dynamics of compressed music sources are also rectified in order to fully utilize the audio potential of the sound system. Naturally, the signal enhancement process also benefits from all of the other features offered by the Burmese® sound system: A smooth function for relaxed long listening periods, a variable 3D function and the option to focus the sound on a specific seat are all available. With all of these enhancements, the new Burmese® 3D High-End Surround Sound System delivers an even more emotional and realistic sound experience than before. The Burmese® audio system can be included in your Panamera build for $7525 on the Panamera 4S, and $5935 on the Panamera Turbo. Visionary? You can look at it like that. The roads of this world lure us with countless curves and corners. At night in particular, it is vital to achieve optimum illumination of the roads. As a result, at the point where human visual acuity reaches its limits, Porsche is extending the field of vision thanks to intelligent technology. This means you reach your destination faster, or simply allows you to enjoy the driving experience. The Porsche Dynamic Light System (PDLS) and the Porsche Dynamic Light System Plus (PDLS Plus) convert the main headlights of your Porsche into active assistants which do everything to ensure a relaxing and comfortable drive. After all, when it comes to controlling a vehicle, a visionary approach is sometimes characterised by the ability to see objects those decisive few tenths of a second earlier.
Dynamic cornering light
The dynamic cornering light swivels the main headlights into the bend, depending on the steering angle and vehicle speed. In Panamera and Cayenne models, the static cornering light additionally activates auxiliary headlights to illuminate tight corners or when turning.
Dynamic high beam
The dynamic high beam detects the lights of traffic traveling in front and of oncoming traffic. The intensity and range of the light beam are thus adapted to the relevant situation. This allows you to detect the course of the road, pedestrians or any dangers at an early stage without dazzling other road users.
Intersection light
The intersection light function detects intersections and junctions using the navigation data of the Porsche Communication Management (PCM). The system then switches on the left and right cornering lights simultaneously for optimized illumination at intersections. If there is one road joining the one you are driving on, only the static cornering light on the side facing the road mouth is activated. Atlanta, Georgia.The new 2017 Porsche Panamera reconciles two contrasting characteristics more than ever before: the performance of a genuine sports car and the comfort of a luxury sedan. It is a grand touring automobile that has been rethought and realigned. The second generation of the Panamera is advancing to become a performance icon in the luxury class. Porsche has systematically improved the Panamera concept – with a four-door sedan that has been redeveloped and reengineered down to the last detail. Its engines and transmissions have been redesigned, its chassis even further advanced, and its display and control concept reinterpreted for the future. The new Panamera also bridges the gap between the world of focused sports cars and the world of luxurious sedans with highlights such as rear axle steering, active roll compensation and a three-chamber air suspension. 911 design language with a more dynamic flyline Visually, the unique concept of this new Porsche is reflected in an expressive design: always a Panamera, unmistakably a sports car – with long, dynamic proportions, pronounced shoulders, and a roof line that is 20 mm lower at the rear. This typical Porsche flyline creates a stylistic link to Porsche’s design icon, the 911. Porsche Advanced Cockpit offers superior functionality and intuitive operation The current Porsche interior has been reinterpreted for the future in the new Panamera. Black panel surfaces and interactive displays incorporate a clear and intuitive user interface similar to that of smartphones and tablets and provide practical and intuitive solutions to control the car. Classic buttons and conventional instruments have been reduced significantly. They have been replaced by touch-sensitive panels and individually configurable displays which take center stage in the new Porsche Advanced Cockpit – with great benefits for the driver as well as the front and rear passengers. Despite a significantly extended range of communication, convenience and assistance systems, different functions can now be used and operated even more clearly and intuitively. The Porsche Advanced Cockpit transforms the analog world into the digital future of mobility, while staying true to the heritage of Porsche. The analog tachometer, with its central position in the instrument cluster, is a tribute to every Porsche sports car of the past. New V6 and V8 twin-turbo engines with ample power and full-fledged sound A Porsche has always impressed with more than just sheer power; its efficiency is equally important. To elevate this formula to a new level, all second generation Panamera models have redesigned engines. They have all been made more powerful, while significantly improving fuel economy and reducing emissions according to the New European Driving Cycle. Two new twin-turbo gasoline engines with direct fuel injection are being introduced at the market launch in the Panamera Turbo and the Panamera 4S. Both models are equipped with a permanent all-wheel drive system and a new eight-speed Porsche dual-clutch transmission (PDK). The Panamera Turbo is powered by a 550 hp twin-turbo V8, while the Panamera 4S is equipped with a 440 hp twin-turbo V6. A luxury sedan that is at home on the race track Reflecting the overall concept of the new Panamera, the chassis also unites the cruising comfort of a luxury sedan with the performance of a true sports car. The impressive standard setup, which includes a new electromechanical power steering system, can be optionally supplemented with innovative systems such as an adaptive air suspension with new three-chamber technology (standard on Panamera Turbo), including Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM electronic damper control), the enhanced Porsche Dynamic Chassis Control Sport (PDCC Sport) system including Porsche Torque Vectoring Plus (PTV Plus) and active roll stabilization. The integrated 4D Chassis Control system analyzes and synchronizes all chassis systems in real time and optimizes the road performance of the new Panamera. Porsche is also improving the steering precision and handling of the new Panamera with rear axle steering – which has been adapted from the 918 Spyder and 911 Turbo. Braking performance has also been improved. A new generation of driver assistance systems The Panamera is equipped with many standard and optional assistance systems, which make life easier and more convenient while driving. One of the new systems is Night Vision Assistant, which uses a thermal imaging camera to detect people and large animals and displays a highlighted warning indicator in the cockpit. The new Night Vision Assistant is one of the assistance systems that helps avoid critical situations in advance. Looking especially far ahead along the road is the new Porsche InnoDrive, which includes adaptive cruise control. Based on navigation data and signals from radar and video sensors, it computes and activates the optimal acceleration and deceleration rates for maximum efficiency, for the next 1.8 miles. In doing so, this electronic advancement automatically takes corners, inclines and speed limits into account. New engines in detail: more power, improved fuel efficiency The V6 and V8 turbo engines of the Panamera are new, powerful, and fuel-efficient. And they all share a special conceptual design characteristic, with a central turbo layout. This means that the turbochargers of the new Panamera engines are integrated centrally into the V of the cylinder banks. This layout offers numerous benefits: the engines are more compact, and can be mounted lower as a result, which reduces the vehicle’s center of gravity. The short pathways between the two turbochargers and the combustion chambers foster spontaneous throttle response. Engine response can be sharpened further by using the optional Mode Switch with Sport Response Button. The Mode Switch, which was first introduced in the Porsche 918 Spyder, is a rotary dial located within the steering wheel, which can be used to activate one of four driving modes (Normal, Sport, Sport Plus or Individual). Located at the center of the switch is the Sport Response Button. It can be used to generate the maximum amount of power and acceleration potential at the touch of a button. The Panamera Turbo is now the most powerful model in the range. Its 4.0-liter twin-turbo V8 develops 550 hp at 5,750 rpm and a maximum torque of 567 lb-ft between 1,960 and 4,500 rpm. It has 30 hp more than the previous model, and its maximum torque has been increased by 51 lb-ft. The eight-cylinder engine is capable of propelling the Panamera Turbo from 0 to 60 mph in 3.6 seconds; with the Sport Chrono Package, this time is reduced to just 3.4 seconds. The Panamera Turbo can reach a top track speed of 190 mph, and has a weight of 4398 pounds according to DIN measurement. These are impressive figures that illustrate just how easily the engine can propel the Panamera with its power-to-weight ratio of just 8 lbs/hp. Porsche uses twin-scroll turbochargers to supply compressed air to the V8’s combustion chambers. The two counter-rotating impellers produce maximum torque at very low engine speeds. The Panamera Turbo is also the first Porsche to be equipped with cylinder deactivation control. Under partial load, the system temporarily and imperceptibly shuts off four of the eight cylinders. This reduces fuel consumption by up to 30 percent compared to the car running on eight cylinders, depending on how much power is needed while the engine is in four-cylinder mode. The 2.9-liter V6 twin-turbo engine of the Panamera 4S develops a maximum power of 440 hp (20 hp more than the previous model) at 5,650 rpm. Between 1,750 and 5,500 rpm, the new six-cylinder delivers 405 lb-ft (21 lb-ft more) to the wheels. Weighing 4123 pounds according to DIN measurement, The Panamera 4S can reach 60 mph in just 4.2 seconds (4.0 seconds with the Sport Chrono Package), and achieves a top track speed of 180 mph. Like the eight-cylinder engine of the Panamera Turbo, the six-cylinder engine of the Panamera 4S also has direct-injection nozzles that are positioned centrally in the combustion chamber. This injector position offers optimal combustion, maximum efficiency and very good engine response. EPA rated fuel economy numbers will be available at a later date. The 4S and Turbo are also characterized by exceptionally sonorous and authentic sound. Details of the new design: even more dynamic proportions The exterior of the second generation Panamera has also been sharpened. It is based on very dynamic proportions. The new Panamera is 198.8 inches / 5,049 mm (+1.3 in / 34 mm) long, 76.3 inches / 1,937 mm (+0.2 in / 6 mm) wide and 56 inches / 1,423 mm (+0.2 in / 5 mm) high. Despite the slight increase in height, the four-door sedan looks much lower and longer. This is primarily due to the reduced height above the rear passenger compartment – 20 mm less than before – while maintaining consistently good headroom. This changes the car’s overall appearance completely. The wheelbase has been increased by 1.2 inches / 30 mm to 116.1 inches / 2,950 mm, stretching the car’s proportions. The front wheels were moved further forward, reducing the front overhang and making the distance between the A-pillar and the front axle even larger. The rear overhang is slightly longer, giving the car a more powerful appearance. The Panamera has only grown six millimeters in width, but visually it seems like several centimeters. This effect is created by features such as the A-shaped air intake, which extends out to the sides and creates a completely new front-end design. At the same time, a precisely designed crossbar in the central radiator inlet emphasizes the car’s width. The arrow-shaped hood moves this visual effect forward and lower thanks to the prominently contoured powerdome, whose lines now reach into the bumper. The lower front end was enabled by the new compact construction of the engines in the vehicle concept. To the left and right of the powerdome, the hood blends precisely into the stronger flares of the front fenders – a typical Porsche design trait. LED headlights with their four-point LED daytime running lights, available in three versions, give the Panamera an air of confidence. Like the hood, hatch, roof and fenders, the side body is made entirely of aluminum, and resembles the silhouette of a sports car more than ever thanks to its dynamic roof line. At the rear, this roof line becomes the charismatic Porsche flyline – the distinctive lines that adorn all of the brand’s coupés. Two precisely executed edges on the lateral roof line visually lower the silhouette’s center of gravity. The appearance of the side windows has also been restyled: its visually continuous surface, together with its lines on the rear body, creates a stylistic affinity to the Porsche 911. The doors and fenders appear three-dimensional, with incident light shining on their convex and concave surfaces generating muscular tension. Air exhaust ports behind the front wheels serve as the key design components in this area. The flared lips of the wheel arches also emphasize the muscular appearance of the Panamera. They provide space for the 19-inch (4S), 20-inch (Turbo) and optional 21-inch alloy wheels. The fact that the Panamera is not a conventional sedan is emphasized by the rear more than from any other perspective. The ‘greenhouse’ – made up of the roof, roof pillars, and window surfaces – is supported by a powerful and broad shoulder section. The most prominent components identifying the rear body are, without a doubt, the three-dimensional LED rear lights with integrated four-point brake lights. The rear lights are connected by a narrow LED strip. Together, all of these elements create an unmistakable night design. Integrated seamlessly and elegantly into the hatch, which features electric opening and closing as standard, is the extendible rear spoiler that is now finished in body color. On the Panamera Turbo, the wing also splits as it extends, providing additional surface area. A diffuser with integrated dual stainless steel exhaust pipes left and right rounds out the rear section of the car. The Panamera 4S is characterized by round tailpipes, while the Panamera Turbo features a trapezoidal tailpipe design. Porsche operating philosophy – future-based interpretation
The new Panamera is characterized by a completely new interior design. In many areas, touch-sensitive surfaces replace classic buttons, and high-resolution displays integrate seamlessly into the interior. In the luxury sedan segment, the digitalization of the Porsche interior, which began with the 918 Spyder, has reached the next stage of development in the Panamera in the form of the new Porsche Advanced Cockpit. From the low seat position typical of sports cars, drivers are not just provided a fascinating view of the car’s fenders and powerdome, but also two 7-inch displays that are placed directly in the driver’s line of sight for ideal ergonomics. The tachometer, which remains an analog instrument, is located between these two displays. Meanwhile, the console between the driver and the front passenger is dominated by the 12.3-inch touchscreen of the next generation Porsche Communication Management (PCM) system. The driver and front passenger can set the configuration for this display individually. Integrated into the PCM are features such as online navigation, the online functions of Porsche Connect, smartphone integration via Apple® Car Play™, and a new voice control system that responds to natural language input. The PCM – with its high-end, high-resolution display – transitions seamlessly into the black panel concept of the center console with a shift-by-wire gear selector. A new control panel with touch-sensitive switches on the center console enables intuitive control of various functions. Even the louvers of the central air vent are electrically adjusted by touch-sensitive sliders. Rear passengers can control air conditioning and infotainment functions using the optional four-zone automatic climate control system. In addition, the Porsche Panamera offers a high level of variability, making it very suitable for everyday use with a 40:20:40 split of the folding rear bench backrests (ranging from 17.4 cu ft/495 liters to 46.0 cu ft/1,304 liters of luggage capacity with the rear seats folded). New options such as the panoramic tilt roof, massage seats, ambient lighting and a 3D high-end sound system from Burmester® raise the level of luxury in the Panamera to new heights. The new 2017 Porsche Panamera will make its appearance at U.S. dealers in January 2017. Pricing for the Panamera 4S starts at $99,900, while the Panamera Turbo starts at $146,900, not including the $1,050 delivery, processing and handling fee. Atlanta, Georgia.On Tuesday, June 28th, Porsche celebrated the world premiere of the new 2017 Panamera in Berlin accompanied by a spectacular display of lights, music and choreography. Over 300 international media representatives – as well as guests from business, sports and the entertainment industry – were able to view the second generation of the sports sedan for the first time. The new 2017 Porsche Panamera, which has been redeveloped from the ground up, combines two contrasting characteristics better than ever before: it offers both the performance of a sports car and the comfort of a luxury sedan. “We have tapped into the segment of luxury sport sedans with the Panamera. Since it launched in 2009, over 150,000 units of the Panamera have been sold. The new model represents a completely redeveloped automobile – with new engines, a new design and new technologies. Furthermore, we are now manufacturing the second generation of the vehicle entirely at our Leipzig production site. To this end, we have invested a sum of 500 million Euros – which includes a completely new body manufacturing facility,” Oliver Blume, Chairman of the Executive Board of Porsche AG, emphasized. The design language of the new Panamera creates a link to the Porsche 911 through its even more dynamic flyline and by using specific design elements of the iconic sports car. “An observer will immediately recognize the coupé-like roof line, but it is much ‘faster’, even more dynamic and includes a new side window look that emphasizes the coupe-like side view even more,” said Michael Mauer, Head of Style Porsche AG, who explained the design objectives that were set for the new model: “The new Panamera can be identified as a Panamera at first glance, but also as the new Panamera. Its strengths have been reinforced, its weaknesses have been eradicated and above all its distinctive character has been preserved.” The new twin-turbo engines of the Panamera are more powerful than before, and thanks to the new eight-speed dual-clutch transmission (PDK II) they are up to 16 percent more fuel-efficient according to the New European Driving Cycle. The Panamera will launch with two engines: the 550 hp Panamera Turbo and the 440 hp Panamera 4S. Both models will be equipped with all-wheel drive as standard. To provide an even larger spread between supple ride comfort and agile handling, the Panamera now offers features such as the new three-chamber air suspension, rear axle steering and the new electronic 4D Chassis Control chassis management system. Many new assistance systems also enhance ride comfort as well as safety.
In the new Panamera, Porsche is also introducing a future-oriented display and control concept. The new Porsche Advanced Cockpit with its smartphone-like user interfaces and configurable LED screens impresses with its intuitive functionality. Furthermore, the new Porsche Communication Management (PCM 4.1) offers an entirely new range of connectivity by its intelligent digital functions and online services. In the new Panamera, Porsche Connect is being introduced in all models. It extends existing vehicle functions by adding digital services and apps such as those used to control certain vehicle functions remotely by smartphone – and others to make more efficient use of the driver’s time on the go.
Courage changes everything.
A great dream is worth fighting for. Just like a bold vision. The next victory rarely drops into your lap. Often, you must first compete against something: against resistance, against convention and against rigid thinking. With courage. Courage that we must repeatedly summon up. To build the world's first hybrid vehicle. Or in the case of the 918 Spyder, the fastest hybrid of all. Because we strive for change, progress, precision. Only by doing so can we remain true to our principles. For us, it was never just about horsepower. But about more ideas per horsepower. About engines that are more efficient, not bigger. About a design that follows principles, not fashion. About Sports Cars you can drive every day. This is why our engineers and designers have built the next Panamera. With the courage of a new generation. The courage to change. The new Panamera. It combines the performance of a thoroughbred Sports Car with the comfort of a luxury saloon - despite all conventions. Launch Control, rear axle steering and sports exhaust system - these racing features are available in the more powerful and more efficient new models. With the new Panamera, we once again show that we have the courage to change. You can tell by just looking at it. The silhouette and design language are more Porsche than ever. Like a sprinter in the starting blocks, it is just waiting to show exactly what it is capable of. And because a Porsche is always oriented towards the future, the new Panamera models with Porsche Connect are equipped with intelligent, digital functions and are networked to the digital world. More details, product highlights and the design of the new Panamera will be revealed soon. Until then, this is just a taste of things to come. Porsche Car Connect is an app for your smartphone which offers a host of useful options for you and your Porsche. Porsche Car Connect includes Remote Services, Vehicle Tracking Services, and E-Performance Services. The Remote Services allow you to access vehicle information and control selected functions remotely. The Vehicle Tracking Services help you to protect your Porsche against theft and find it if the worst happens. Remote Services
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