PORSCHE DEBUTS THE PANAMERA & PANAMERA 4 AT BEIJING MOTOR SHOW

2010-02-17 14:35:51 Author: admin Source:

Scheduled for World debut at Beijing Motor Show on 23 April, the Porsche Panamera and Panamera 4 (above) will be the stars for Porsche AG at China's largest Motor Show come April.

Porsche AG has also announced that the two models will be at the dealership as the new entry-level versions by May. The Panamera and Panamera 4 are the stepping stones to Porsche's Gran Turismo (GT) model series.

Both models are powered by a brand-new 3.6-litre V6 featuring Direct Fuel Injection and developing maximum output of 300 bhp (220 kW) plus peak torque of 400 Nm/295 lb-ft.  The Panamera is a rear wheel drive car, while the Panamera 4 comes as standard with active all-wheel drive.
The two new versions of Porsche’s Gran Turismo are convincing examples of the Porsche Intelligent Performance consistent development strategy. Equipped with Porsche Double-Clutch Gearbox and Auto Start Stop, both models consume far less than 10 litres of fuel on 100 kilometres in the New European Driving Cycle.

The Panamera makes do with a mere 9.3 litres/100 kilometres (equal to 30.4 mpg imp), the Panamera 4 averages 9.6 litres/100 kilometres, equal to 29.4 mpg imp. Nineteen-inch all-year tyres with optimized roll resistance available as an option reduce these consumption figures by another 0.2 litres/100 kilometres, giving the Panamera a CO2 rating of just 213 g/km, the Panamera 4 an equally impressive 220 g/km.

The higher end Panamera/Panamera 4 V6 Gran Turismo is attributed to consistent lightweight construction as one particular highlight, with the axles, doors, engine compartment lid, wings and the rear lid all made either of aluminium or a combination of aluminium and magnesium.

Its powerplant, the V6 power unit boasts a 90o cylinder angle is approximately 30 kg or 66 lb lighter than the eight-cylinder featured in the Panamera S and 4S, thus contributing to the low overall weight of the Panamera of just 1,730 kg or 3,815 lb. Additionally, it combines sporting character with a high standard of comfort and everyday driving qualities. Apart from the regular steel suspension available as an option, owners may opt for variable dampers and adaptive air suspension with additional air volume as well. 

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