2013 Porsche Panamera revealed: in pictures
New generation Porsche Panamera to debut in China
New-generation Porsche Panamera to debut in China
Porsche has released the first official details and pictures of its ‘new-generation’ Panamera five-door coupe, which is set to debut at the Shanghai Motor Show on 21 April 2013. Despite the new-generation tag, the 2013 Panamera isn’t an all-new car, rather a revised version of the existing model.
As you can see, the facelifted looks are on the subtle side, too – but there are some significant upgrades under the new Panamera’s skin. These include a remarkable new 91mpg Panamera S E-Hybrid with plug-in battery pack, a 420hp twin-turbo V6 engine, and extended wheelbase Executive models. Read on.
Porsche has released the first official details and pictures of its ‘new-generation’ Panamera five-door coupe, which is set to debut at the Shanghai Motor Show on 21 April 2013. Despite the new-generation tag, the 2013 Panamera isn’t an all-new car, rather a revised version of the existing model.
As you can see, the facelifted looks are on the subtle side, too – but there are some significant upgrades under the new Panamera’s skin. These include a remarkable new 91mpg Panamera S E-Hybrid with plug-in battery pack, a 420hp twin-turbo V6 engine, and extended wheelbase Executive models. Read on.
What makes the new 2013 Porsche Panamera S E-Hybrid so efficient?
What makes the new 2013 Porsche Panamera S E-Hybrid so efficient?
The new Panamera S E-Hybrid model is going to cause the biggest stir. With a new 95hp electric motor replacing the previous 47hp version and a new 9.4kWh lithium-ion battery pack offering over five-times the capacity of the old nickel metal hydride one, it’s both faster and far more efficient than the car it replaces.
However, part of the secret to its increase in efficiency comes from its new plug-in capability. This means you can charge the battery pack at home before you set off. This takes four hours using a domestic socket, or 2.5 hours using a more powerful supply.
The new Panamera S E-Hybrid model is going to cause the biggest stir. With a new 95hp electric motor replacing the previous 47hp version and a new 9.4kWh lithium-ion battery pack offering over five-times the capacity of the old nickel metal hydride one, it’s both faster and far more efficient than the car it replaces.
However, part of the secret to its increase in efficiency comes from its new plug-in capability. This means you can charge the battery pack at home before you set off. This takes four hours using a domestic socket, or 2.5 hours using a more powerful supply.
What’s the performance, range, mpg and CO2 for the new Panamera S E-Hybrid?
What’s the performance, range, mpg and CO2 for the new Panamera S E-Hybrid?
Add all this together, and you get a Panamera that can officially travel 18-36km (11-22 miles) on electric power alone. Porsche says it could even go further under the right conditions. 135km/h (83mph) is also possible without firing up the 333hp supercharged 3.0-litre V6 petrol engine.
Official fuel consumption increases a massive 56% over the old Panamera Hybrid – meaning an outstanding 91.1mpg has been achieved in testing. CO2 is similarly remarkable at just 71g/km – less than half that of the 166g/km Panamera Diesel. Yet 0-62mph (approx. 100kmh) in 5.5 seconds is half a second quicker than before.
Add all this together, and you get a Panamera that can officially travel 18-36km (11-22 miles) on electric power alone. Porsche says it could even go further under the right conditions. 135km/h (83mph) is also possible without firing up the 333hp supercharged 3.0-litre V6 petrol engine.
Official fuel consumption increases a massive 56% over the old Panamera Hybrid – meaning an outstanding 91.1mpg has been achieved in testing. CO2 is similarly remarkable at just 71g/km – less than half that of the 166g/km Panamera Diesel. Yet 0-62mph (approx. 100kmh) in 5.5 seconds is half a second quicker than before.
Anything else different about the new Porsche Panamera S E-Hybrid?
Anything else different about the new Porsche Panamera S E-Hybrid?
Top speed is 270km/h (that’s 167.7mph), while the coasting mode – which used to be called the sailing mode, until VW standardised it – allows the Panamera to completely disengage its engine to save fuel and recover energy whenever the driver lifts off the throttle while cruising.
This – alongside other eco functions, such as stop-start – is available on most of the rest of the Panamera range as well. Hopefully the lurid green accents pictured on this particular S E-Hybrid are optional, rather than mandatory, even if they do echo those available on the 918 Spyder hybrid hypercar.
Top speed is 270km/h (that’s 167.7mph), while the coasting mode – which used to be called the sailing mode, until VW standardised it – allows the Panamera to completely disengage its engine to save fuel and recover energy whenever the driver lifts off the throttle while cruising.
This – alongside other eco functions, such as stop-start – is available on most of the rest of the Panamera range as well. Hopefully the lurid green accents pictured on this particular S E-Hybrid are optional, rather than mandatory, even if they do echo those available on the 918 Spyder hybrid hypercar.
What engine does the V6 biturbo replace in the new 2013 Porsche Panamera range?
What engine does the V6 biturbo replace in the new 2013 Porsche Panamera range?
This may well require a moment of silence – Porsche has binned the gloriously indulgent 4.8-litre non-turbo V8 from the Panamera S and 4S models, replacing it with a new twin-turbo 3.0-litre V6.
The origins of this engine aren’t being discussed yet, but we believe it’s a VW Group unit rather than a new in-house development, though Porsche is certain to have made its own adjustments, either way.
This may well require a moment of silence – Porsche has binned the gloriously indulgent 4.8-litre non-turbo V8 from the Panamera S and 4S models, replacing it with a new twin-turbo 3.0-litre V6.
The origins of this engine aren’t being discussed yet, but we believe it’s a VW Group unit rather than a new in-house development, though Porsche is certain to have made its own adjustments, either way.
How powerful is the new Porsche Panamera V6 biturbo, and is it more efficient?
How powerful is the new Porsche Panamera V6 biturbo, and is it more efficient?
On the plus side, the Panamera S and 4S V6 twin-turbo deliver 420hp – 20hp more than before. And not only does the engine feature a 15lb ft increase in torque, the new 383lb ft total is available over a much wider rev range, neutralising any previous concerns about the 4.8 V8’s peaky delivery.
0-62mph in the S takes as little as 4.8 seconds, while the four-wheel drive 4S gets the same job done in as little as 4.5 (optional Sport Chrono Package permitting). The bi-turbo is also 18% more efficient, which isn’t to be sniffed at. We’ll miss that V8 soundtrack, though. That’s for sure.
On the plus side, the Panamera S and 4S V6 twin-turbo deliver 420hp – 20hp more than before. And not only does the engine feature a 15lb ft increase in torque, the new 383lb ft total is available over a much wider rev range, neutralising any previous concerns about the 4.8 V8’s peaky delivery.
0-62mph in the S takes as little as 4.8 seconds, while the four-wheel drive 4S gets the same job done in as little as 4.5 (optional Sport Chrono Package permitting). The bi-turbo is also 18% more efficient, which isn’t to be sniffed at. We’ll miss that V8 soundtrack, though. That’s for sure.
Where will the new long-wheelbase Porsche Panamera Executive models be available?
Are the new long-wheelbase Porsche Panamera Executive models coming to the UK?
Porsche has also chosen the 2013 Auto China motor show in Shanghai to unveil new extended-wheelbase versions of the Panamera 4S and Panamera Turbo, badged Executive.
The Panamera 4S Executive and the Panamera Turbo Executive are 15cm longer between the wheels, all of which goes towards increasing rear-passenger legroom. Air suspension is also fitted as standard, for optimum ride comfort. Aimed firmly at the Chinese market, these will not be coming to the UK.
Porsche has also chosen the 2013 Auto China motor show in Shanghai to unveil new extended-wheelbase versions of the Panamera 4S and Panamera Turbo, badged Executive.
The Panamera 4S Executive and the Panamera Turbo Executive are 15cm longer between the wheels, all of which goes towards increasing rear-passenger legroom. Air suspension is also fitted as standard, for optimum ride comfort. Aimed firmly at the Chinese market, these will not be coming to the UK.
What’s different about the way the facelifted 2013 Porsche Panamera looks?
What’s different about the way the facelifted 2013 Porsche Panamera looks?
While the 2013 Panamera’s new looks are certainly subtle, to our eyes they do manage to give the big Porsche a slightly more voluptuous appearance.
By tightening the lines in various places around the car, Porsche’s designers have exaggerated the Panamera’s curves. There are larger front air intakes, the side window graphic sweeps further back towards the rear, and a new bootlid incorporates a wider rear screen. The rear spoiler is wider, too.
While the 2013 Panamera’s new looks are certainly subtle, to our eyes they do manage to give the big Porsche a slightly more voluptuous appearance.
By tightening the lines in various places around the car, Porsche’s designers have exaggerated the Panamera’s curves. There are larger front air intakes, the side window graphic sweeps further back towards the rear, and a new bootlid incorporates a wider rear screen. The rear spoiler is wider, too.
Any new standard or optional features for the 2013 Porsche Panamera?
Any new standard or optional features for the 2013 Porsche Panamera?
Equipment upgrades include bi-xenon headlights, multi-function steering wheel and automatic bootlid on every model. Full LED headlights are now optional, the adaptive cruise control can now intervene to help with braking in an emergency, and the Panamera is now available with a camera that can read street signs.
There’s also a new smartphone app called Porsche Car Connect, which allows you to access information about your car from your mobile – and even locate it, if necessary. The functionality of this is extended to battery charging management and control of auxiliary climate control for the new S E-Hybrid.
Equipment upgrades include bi-xenon headlights, multi-function steering wheel and automatic bootlid on every model. Full LED headlights are now optional, the adaptive cruise control can now intervene to help with braking in an emergency, and the Panamera is now available with a camera that can read street signs.
There’s also a new smartphone app called Porsche Car Connect, which allows you to access information about your car from your mobile – and even locate it, if necessary. The functionality of this is extended to battery charging management and control of auxiliary climate control for the new S E-Hybrid.
How much does the 2013 Porsche Panamera cost, and when does it go on sale?
How much does the 2013 Porsche Panamera cost, and when does it go on sale?
Pricing for the new-generation Porsche Panamera is yet to be confirmed – though we’re told to expect a price rise of around 3%, suggesting the entry-level Panamera 3.6 V6 will start at about £63,500 (approx. $96,700).
The increase for the S E-Hybrid over the previous S Hybrid will be greater, however, due to the extra expense of the improved technology; expect this to cost well over £90,000 (approx. $137,000). The new Panamera is available to order now.
Pricing for the new-generation Porsche Panamera is yet to be confirmed – though we’re told to expect a price rise of around 3%, suggesting the entry-level Panamera 3.6 V6 will start at about £63,500 (approx. $96,700).
The increase for the S E-Hybrid over the previous S Hybrid will be greater, however, due to the extra expense of the improved technology; expect this to cost well over £90,000 (approx. $137,000). The new Panamera is available to order now.
Anything else in the pipeline for the Porsche Panamera?
Anything else in the pipeline for the Porsche Panamera?
Aside from the above, the rest of the Panamera engine line-up remains as before for the time being. However, at the start of 2014 a new 300hp diesel will join the line-up, promising greater performance and efficiency; we’re speculating that this will be a development of the Audi 3.0 BiTDI unit.
A new Panamera Turbo S will also launch in 2014; this will also be made available as a long-wheelbase Executive model in certain markets outside the UK.
Aside from the above, the rest of the Panamera engine line-up remains as before for the time being. However, at the start of 2014 a new 300hp diesel will join the line-up, promising greater performance and efficiency; we’re speculating that this will be a development of the Audi 3.0 BiTDI unit.
A new Panamera Turbo S will also launch in 2014; this will also be made available as a long-wheelbase Executive model in certain markets outside the UK.
2013 new generation Porsche Panamera
Be sure to look out for more news and pictures of the facelifted 2013 Porsche Panamera as MSN Cars covers this month's Shanghai Auto Show.
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