Today we get our first official look at the all-new, face-lifted 2014 Porsche Panamera, following yesterday’s leaked images. Personally, I can’t really find anything different about this new car compared to last year’s model, aesthetically, but I’ll take Porsche’s word for it.
Die-hard Panamera fans will probably notice the subtle cosmetic updates which include re-shaped headlights, LED taillights, new turn signals, front bumper with larger air intakes, and new placement for the license plate.
The real updates on the 2014 Porsche Panamera come in the form of new models which include a long wheelbase executive model, a new plug-in hybrid, and new engine choices for the S and 4S models.
The Panamera S E-Hybrid plug-in comes with a gasoline V6 engine that produces 316 horsepower and an electric motor that produces 94 HP, for a combined total output of 410 HP. The electric motor is powered by a 9.4 kWh lithium-ion battery pack, which has five times the capacity of the older battery; the car can be driven in all-electric mode for 22.3 miles (36 km). The batteries can by charged in 2.5 hours with the Porsche Universal Charger or in 4 hours using household electric outlets (in Germany).
The Panamera hybrid reaches 62 mph (100 km/h) in 5.5 seconds with a top speed of 168 mph (270 km/h); this model is also supposedly good for the environment, with a claimed 75.8 mpg (3.1 L/100 km) combined.
The new Panamera S and 4S are now offered with twin-turbo V6 engines, instead of V8’s. These V6 engines produce 414 HP and 384 pound-feet (520 Nm) of torque, mated to 7-speed PDK automatic transmissions. The V6 engines produce 20 HP and 20 Nm of torque more than the V8 engines they replace.
The Porsche Panamera L (Executive) is the new longer wheelbase model, offering 5.9” (150 mm) longer wheelbase. This model offers extra space for the rear passengers and fancy goodies like headrest mounted LED screens and pop-up trays for laptops. The LWB cars are powered by the same twin-turbo V6 engines mentioned above.
The 2014 Porsche Panamera cars will be unveiled in Shanghai on April 21, with a starting price of €81,849 (or about $105,000 US). Via: Porsche
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