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7 most powerful sedans on SA’s new vehicle market
Sedans aren’t quite as popular as they once were, with SUVs and crossovers grabbing bigger pieces of the pie seemingly every year.
But who doesn’t love a super-brawny saloon, right? Three-box configuration, four doors and oodles of oomph.
Well, we had a rummage through the figures to pick out the seven most powerful sedans currently offered on South Africa’s new vehicle market…
1. Porsche Panamera turbo S e-hybrid: 500 kW
Porsche Panamera turbo S e-hybrid Right at the top, with a pleasingly round 500 kW, sits the dual-power Panamera, which combines a 4,0-litre V8 with an electric motor to produce a whopping 850 N.m. This results in a claimed acceleration time from zero to 100 km/h of just 3,4 seconds and a top speed of 310 km/h, along with a fully electric driving range of up to 50 km. The price? A cool R2 931 000 (or R3 134 000 if you want the better-equipped Executive derivative).
2. Mercedes-AMG S65 L: 463 kW
Mercedes-AMG S65 L Mercedes-AMG has to settle for second place on this list, with its S65 L (R3 280 126) churning out 463 kW courtesy of the brand’s turbocharged 6,0-litre V12. Peak torque comes in at a mammoth 1 000 N.m, while the claimed sprint from standstill to 100 km/h takes 4,3 seconds. The S63, for the record, offers 430 kW from its turbocharged 5,5-litre V8.
3. Bentley Flying Spur W12: 460 kW
Bentley Flying Spur W12 The most expensive vehicle on this list at R4 009 000, this version of Bentley’s Flying Spur (the even more powerful W12 S has yet to arrive in SA) is equipped with a 6,0-litre W12 worth 460 kW and 800 N.m, which is enough for a claimed 4,6-second dash to three figures and a top speed of some 320 km/h.
4. Mercedes-AMG E63 S 4Matic+: 450 kW
Mercedes-AMG E63 S 4Matic+ The most extreme E-Class (R1 878 318) makes use of Affalterbach’s familiar turbocharged 4,0-litre V8, with 450 kW and 850 N.m sent to all four wheels via a nine-speed dual-clutch transmission. Complete with a so-called “Drift Mode”, the E63 S rockets to 100 km/h in a claimed 3,4 seconds…
5. BMW M760Li xDrive: 448 kW
BMW M760Li xDrive The hefty M760Li relies upon a 6,6-litre V12 turbocharged to produce peak outputs of 448 kW and 800 N.m. The sprint to three figures takes a claimed 3,7 seconds, remarkable considering the size and weight of this 7 Series sedan, which is priced at R2 719 736…
6. BMW M6 Gran Coupé Competition: 441 kW
BMW M6 Gran Coupé The current 6 Series range may be nearing the end of its life-cycle, but the M6 Gran Coupé Competition (R2 130 668) isn’t exactly short on oomph. With a turbocharged 4,4-litre V8 beneath its bonnet, this four-door, rear-wheel drive model is worth 441 kW and 700 N.m, enough for a claimed 3,9-second run to 100 km/h…
7. Mercedes-AMG CLS63 S: 430 kW
Mercedes-AMG CLS63 S Another model that is expected to be replaced in the near future, the hottest CLS makes 430 kW and 800 N.m thanks to its 5,5-litre turbocharged V8. With drive channelled to the rear axle, the angry CLS63 S (which costs R1 920 254) completes the obligatory sprint to three figures in a claimed 4,1 seconds.
http://www.carmag.co.za/news_post/7-most-powerful-sedans-on-sas-new-vehicle-market/
Sedans aren’t quite as popular as they once were, with SUVs and crossovers grabbing bigger pieces of the pie seemingly every year.
But who doesn’t love a super-brawny saloon, right? Three-box configuration, four doors and oodles of oomph.
Well, we had a rummage through the figures to pick out the seven most powerful sedans currently offered on South Africa’s new vehicle market…
1. Porsche Panamera turbo S e-hybrid: 500 kW
Porsche Panamera turbo S e-hybrid Right at the top, with a pleasingly round 500 kW, sits the dual-power Panamera, which combines a 4,0-litre V8 with an electric motor to produce a whopping 850 N.m. This results in a claimed acceleration time from zero to 100 km/h of just 3,4 seconds and a top speed of 310 km/h, along with a fully electric driving range of up to 50 km. The price? A cool R2 931 000 (or R3 134 000 if you want the better-equipped Executive derivative).
2. Mercedes-AMG S65 L: 463 kW
Mercedes-AMG S65 L Mercedes-AMG has to settle for second place on this list, with its S65 L (R3 280 126) churning out 463 kW courtesy of the brand’s turbocharged 6,0-litre V12. Peak torque comes in at a mammoth 1 000 N.m, while the claimed sprint from standstill to 100 km/h takes 4,3 seconds. The S63, for the record, offers 430 kW from its turbocharged 5,5-litre V8.
3. Bentley Flying Spur W12: 460 kW
Bentley Flying Spur W12 The most expensive vehicle on this list at R4 009 000, this version of Bentley’s Flying Spur (the even more powerful W12 S has yet to arrive in SA) is equipped with a 6,0-litre W12 worth 460 kW and 800 N.m, which is enough for a claimed 4,6-second dash to three figures and a top speed of some 320 km/h.
4. Mercedes-AMG E63 S 4Matic+: 450 kW
Mercedes-AMG E63 S 4Matic+ The most extreme E-Class (R1 878 318) makes use of Affalterbach’s familiar turbocharged 4,0-litre V8, with 450 kW and 850 N.m sent to all four wheels via a nine-speed dual-clutch transmission. Complete with a so-called “Drift Mode”, the E63 S rockets to 100 km/h in a claimed 3,4 seconds…
5. BMW M760Li xDrive: 448 kW
BMW M760Li xDrive The hefty M760Li relies upon a 6,6-litre V12 turbocharged to produce peak outputs of 448 kW and 800 N.m. The sprint to three figures takes a claimed 3,7 seconds, remarkable considering the size and weight of this 7 Series sedan, which is priced at R2 719 736…
6. BMW M6 Gran Coupé Competition: 441 kW
BMW M6 Gran Coupé The current 6 Series range may be nearing the end of its life-cycle, but the M6 Gran Coupé Competition (R2 130 668) isn’t exactly short on oomph. With a turbocharged 4,4-litre V8 beneath its bonnet, this four-door, rear-wheel drive model is worth 441 kW and 700 N.m, enough for a claimed 3,9-second run to 100 km/h…
7. Mercedes-AMG CLS63 S: 430 kW
Mercedes-AMG CLS63 S Another model that is expected to be replaced in the near future, the hottest CLS makes 430 kW and 800 N.m thanks to its 5,5-litre turbocharged V8. With drive channelled to the rear axle, the angry CLS63 S (which costs R1 920 254) completes the obligatory sprint to three figures in a claimed 4,1 seconds.
http://www.carmag.co.za/news_post/7-most-powerful-sedans-on-sas-new-vehicle-market/
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Cars.co.za review of the Panamera 4S
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Porsche Panamera Turbo vs Mercedes-AMG E63 S
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PORSCHE PANAMERA HANDED A CARBON-CRAZY REDESIGN
The Porsche Panamera is becoming a popular choice among tuners and the results are usually quite interesting. Russia-based TopCar Design’s latest take on the 971 Panamera, which it dubs the Stingray GTR edition, is no exception.
This redesign of the Panamera is quite conclusive and includes a collection of custom carbon-fibre panels. The air intakes and rear diffuser have also increased in size.
A close look at the rear doors also shows that the conventional handles have been replaced with retractable ones, most likely to create the illusion of a two-door coupé. As for the wheels, customers will be able to select alloys supplied by HRE and Advan, depending on their preference.
Although no images have been supplied, the interior also apparently gains an array of custom parts, making use of materials such as fine leather, crocodile leather, carbon-fibre, precious wood and 24-carat gold.
Since the model you see here is based on the Panamera Turbo, TopCar also got to work on the 4,0-litre V8, tuning it to deliver 484 kW (80 kW more than standard).
The body kit, however, is available for Panamera derivatives throughout the range and costs some €24 556 (about R370 000).
http://www.carmag.co.za/news_post/topcar-gives-the-panamera-a-muscular-redesign/
The Porsche Panamera is becoming a popular choice among tuners and the results are usually quite interesting. Russia-based TopCar Design’s latest take on the 971 Panamera, which it dubs the Stingray GTR edition, is no exception.
This redesign of the Panamera is quite conclusive and includes a collection of custom carbon-fibre panels. The air intakes and rear diffuser have also increased in size.
A close look at the rear doors also shows that the conventional handles have been replaced with retractable ones, most likely to create the illusion of a two-door coupé. As for the wheels, customers will be able to select alloys supplied by HRE and Advan, depending on their preference.
Although no images have been supplied, the interior also apparently gains an array of custom parts, making use of materials such as fine leather, crocodile leather, carbon-fibre, precious wood and 24-carat gold.
Since the model you see here is based on the Panamera Turbo, TopCar also got to work on the 4,0-litre V8, tuning it to deliver 484 kW (80 kW more than standard).
The body kit, however, is available for Panamera derivatives throughout the range and costs some €24 556 (about R370 000).
http://www.carmag.co.za/news_post/topcar-gives-the-panamera-a-muscular-redesign/
FiestaST
Honorary Master
Porsche Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid 2017 review
Should I buy one?
If you’re sold hook, line and sinker on the idea of a petrol-electric Panamera then this one’s a sizeable improvement on the existing V6 model, but it comes at a mighty cost. Early adopters of electrified cars will need no invitation to consider the quickest Tesla Model S instead, while those simply looking for the best four-seater saloon Porsche should simply save themselves £25k and buy a Turbo.
Considering the fact that this car even misses the sub-50g/km carbon emissions rating it would need to qualify for decent financial sweetners to ownership, it looks less and less likely to transform the standing of the Panamera ‘hybrid’ in quite the way Porsche may have hoped.
Porsche Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid
Location Victoria, Canada On sale now Price £137,140 Engine V8, 3996cc, twin-turbocharged petrol; plus electric motor assist Power 671bhp at 5750-6000rpm Torque 627lb ft at 1400-5500rpm Gearbox 8-spd twin clutch automatic Kerb weight 2310kg 0-62mph 3.4sec Top speed 194mph Economy 97.4mpg CO2/tax band 66g/km Rivals Mercedes-AMG E63 S, Tesla Model S P100D
https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-revie...porsche-panamera-turbo-s-e-hybrid-2017-review
Should I buy one?
If you’re sold hook, line and sinker on the idea of a petrol-electric Panamera then this one’s a sizeable improvement on the existing V6 model, but it comes at a mighty cost. Early adopters of electrified cars will need no invitation to consider the quickest Tesla Model S instead, while those simply looking for the best four-seater saloon Porsche should simply save themselves £25k and buy a Turbo.
Considering the fact that this car even misses the sub-50g/km carbon emissions rating it would need to qualify for decent financial sweetners to ownership, it looks less and less likely to transform the standing of the Panamera ‘hybrid’ in quite the way Porsche may have hoped.
Porsche Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid
Location Victoria, Canada On sale now Price £137,140 Engine V8, 3996cc, twin-turbocharged petrol; plus electric motor assist Power 671bhp at 5750-6000rpm Torque 627lb ft at 1400-5500rpm Gearbox 8-spd twin clutch automatic Kerb weight 2310kg 0-62mph 3.4sec Top speed 194mph Economy 97.4mpg CO2/tax band 66g/km Rivals Mercedes-AMG E63 S, Tesla Model S P100D
https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-revie...porsche-panamera-turbo-s-e-hybrid-2017-review
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We drive Porsche's ass-hauling Panamera Turbo hybrid
Porsche has launched another plug-in hybrid. But wait, don’t click the back button just yet. This one’s different.
Instead of introducing another half petrol, half electric model with the sole aim of appeasing the quinoa-loving government officials in charge of reducing carmakers’ CO2 emissions, Porsche has taken a different approach this time around. The Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid we sampled at its world media launch in Canada last week is a performance range-topper with astonishing 500kW and 850Nm outputs. In other words, if you want the biggest, baddest, and fastest accelerating version of the sports sedan, you’re now forced to swallow a bit of broccoli with your meat.
It’s basically a garden variety Panamera Turbo (if there is such thing) with a 404kW 4-litre turbo V8 up front for primary propulsion, but with an electric motor mounted between the engine and gearbox dishing up an extra 100kW when breakneck bursts of power are needed. We’re not sure why the two power sources don’t officially add up to 504kW on paper, but hey, 500 is enough right?
Porsche claims a launch control-aided 0-100km/* time of 3.4 seconds (or 3.5 for the long-wheelbase Executive version) with a top speed of 310km/* . Awesome figures considering the whole package weighs in at almost 2.5 tons. Yes, this is one heavy lump of battery-laden four-door limo, but trust us, with the taps open it’s nearly impossible to notice.
We drove the new car for a few hotlaps around a twisty Vancouver Island Motorsport Circuit, and here the big beast tore into corners with staggering levels of grip - no doubt aided by trick anti-roll air suspension, four-wheel steering and seriously wide 21” tyres, all included as standard equipment.
Then, out on the open road, the E-Hybrid made mincemeat of straight sections, blurring scenery with throttle input in the same way as the Starship Enterprise entering warp speed. And to slow it all down very effectively there are standard-fit carbon brakes with ten-piston monoblock callipers at the front and four-potters at the back.
But here’s the quinoa-lover’s kicker: this Panamera can also drive in pure electric mode for a claimed 50km, emitting nothing but the gentle sound of electric whirr as it goes. After a few hours of thrashing Canadian back roads I entered the busy city streets of Victoria with nearly a full charge, set the drive selector to “E-Power” and cruised on battery power only for around 38km.
Interestingly, the battery range graphic within the Panamera’s giant centre touchscreen read 21km remaining when I parked, leading me to believe the 50km claimed range may be quite conservative.
Just like its predecessor, the previous-gen Panamera 4 E-Hybrid, the Turbo S’s boot-mounted battery pack can be topped up by recuperating energy while driving, or via cord from a wall socket or public charging point. Recharge times are quoted at around six hours with a standard 3.6kW charger, or 2.4 hours with an optional 7.2kW device.
The charging process can be set to start at certain times by using the onboard infotainment system, or remotely from a Porsche Connect smartphone app. It’s also possible to heat or cool the cabin while charging thanks to an auxiliary air conditioning unit which doesn’t need the petrol engine to run.
Though no components are shared, the hybrid tech incorporated in the Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid is derived in one way or another from both the 918 supercar and 919 Le Mans racer. But, neither of those cars get 20-speaker Burmester sound systems, panoramic sunroofs, adaptive cruise control, or seats for four. Back seats can also be specced with an entertainment package featuring two tablet touchscreens with 32gigs of internal memory.
Few cars, if any, offer such a spread of ability. Porsche’s new flagship can scramble your sense of speed and won’t raise too many eyebrows in a Greenpeace parking lot. So what’s the catch? Well, it is quite pricey at a 450 grand premium over equivalent non-Hybrid Panamera Turbo and Turbo Executive models. Still, that’s hardly a flinchworthy number given the performance advantages hardcore enthusiasts will lust after. Consider the 50km (or more) battery range an added bonus.
The Panamera Hybrid arrives in South Africa in September, in two versions.
PRICES:
Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid - R2 931 000
Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid Executive - R3 134 000
http://www.iol.co.za/motoring/lates...es-ass-hauling-panamera-turbo-hybrid-10608094
Porsche has launched another plug-in hybrid. But wait, don’t click the back button just yet. This one’s different.
Instead of introducing another half petrol, half electric model with the sole aim of appeasing the quinoa-loving government officials in charge of reducing carmakers’ CO2 emissions, Porsche has taken a different approach this time around. The Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid we sampled at its world media launch in Canada last week is a performance range-topper with astonishing 500kW and 850Nm outputs. In other words, if you want the biggest, baddest, and fastest accelerating version of the sports sedan, you’re now forced to swallow a bit of broccoli with your meat.
It’s basically a garden variety Panamera Turbo (if there is such thing) with a 404kW 4-litre turbo V8 up front for primary propulsion, but with an electric motor mounted between the engine and gearbox dishing up an extra 100kW when breakneck bursts of power are needed. We’re not sure why the two power sources don’t officially add up to 504kW on paper, but hey, 500 is enough right?
Porsche claims a launch control-aided 0-100km/* time of 3.4 seconds (or 3.5 for the long-wheelbase Executive version) with a top speed of 310km/* . Awesome figures considering the whole package weighs in at almost 2.5 tons. Yes, this is one heavy lump of battery-laden four-door limo, but trust us, with the taps open it’s nearly impossible to notice.
We drove the new car for a few hotlaps around a twisty Vancouver Island Motorsport Circuit, and here the big beast tore into corners with staggering levels of grip - no doubt aided by trick anti-roll air suspension, four-wheel steering and seriously wide 21” tyres, all included as standard equipment.
Then, out on the open road, the E-Hybrid made mincemeat of straight sections, blurring scenery with throttle input in the same way as the Starship Enterprise entering warp speed. And to slow it all down very effectively there are standard-fit carbon brakes with ten-piston monoblock callipers at the front and four-potters at the back.
But here’s the quinoa-lover’s kicker: this Panamera can also drive in pure electric mode for a claimed 50km, emitting nothing but the gentle sound of electric whirr as it goes. After a few hours of thrashing Canadian back roads I entered the busy city streets of Victoria with nearly a full charge, set the drive selector to “E-Power” and cruised on battery power only for around 38km.
Interestingly, the battery range graphic within the Panamera’s giant centre touchscreen read 21km remaining when I parked, leading me to believe the 50km claimed range may be quite conservative.
Just like its predecessor, the previous-gen Panamera 4 E-Hybrid, the Turbo S’s boot-mounted battery pack can be topped up by recuperating energy while driving, or via cord from a wall socket or public charging point. Recharge times are quoted at around six hours with a standard 3.6kW charger, or 2.4 hours with an optional 7.2kW device.
The charging process can be set to start at certain times by using the onboard infotainment system, or remotely from a Porsche Connect smartphone app. It’s also possible to heat or cool the cabin while charging thanks to an auxiliary air conditioning unit which doesn’t need the petrol engine to run.
Though no components are shared, the hybrid tech incorporated in the Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid is derived in one way or another from both the 918 supercar and 919 Le Mans racer. But, neither of those cars get 20-speaker Burmester sound systems, panoramic sunroofs, adaptive cruise control, or seats for four. Back seats can also be specced with an entertainment package featuring two tablet touchscreens with 32gigs of internal memory.
Few cars, if any, offer such a spread of ability. Porsche’s new flagship can scramble your sense of speed and won’t raise too many eyebrows in a Greenpeace parking lot. So what’s the catch? Well, it is quite pricey at a 450 grand premium over equivalent non-Hybrid Panamera Turbo and Turbo Executive models. Still, that’s hardly a flinchworthy number given the performance advantages hardcore enthusiasts will lust after. Consider the 50km (or more) battery range an added bonus.
The Panamera Hybrid arrives in South Africa in September, in two versions.
PRICES:
Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid - R2 931 000
Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid Executive - R3 134 000
http://www.iol.co.za/motoring/lates...es-ass-hauling-panamera-turbo-hybrid-10608094
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Review: Porsche's Panamera - More than just an acquired taste?
The Panamera is either loved, or disliked. It's really one of those cars that shouldn't be judged by its cover.
Even then, the cover is pretty good-looking in its own right.
People love to call it ugly, or even 'Hunchback', while others call it a whale.
The Panamera was first launched in 2010 and it's been given a facelift since then. Then in 2016, the second generation was revealed.
According to the automaker, the Panamera got its name just like the Porsche Carrera line, from the Carrera Panamericana race.
According to the automaker, the Panamera is generally considered to be the long-awaited fruit of Porsche's 989 concept vehicle from the late 1980s.
But, this unshapely vehicle didn't quite get the warm welcome the automaker would have liked at first, very much just like the Cayenne SUV first did when it arrived, according to the firm. It went against everything Porsche stood for and hardcore fans were not happy.
But why was it such an abomination? Because it weighs in at 1800kg on the car scale, has four doors, and its engine is mounted in the front. It goes against everything that the Porsche purists have been used to.
I beg to differ. I think its shape is sophisticated, and for its sheer size, it has superb handling and grit off the line for a full-sized luxury saloon that weighs nearly 2 tonnes.
Those who don't appreciate its beauty might consider it to be a stretched out 911 with its long front end and broad rear. And most probably yes, it does look that way. But, I like to think of it as a Porsche for grown ups and those who need a family vehicle but don't want to miss out on everything that is simply Porsche - pure driving pleasure.
The latest Panamera is even more refined with sharper and more chiseled design lines.
And my absolute favourite? That spoiler which is completely flush in the rear end just above the Porsche badging and comes out elegantly when driving at higher speeds like a pair of majestic wings on a lofty divine stallion like Pegasus. The instinctive mechanism there of is mechanically beautiful.
But its lofty looks are deceiving from the moment you turn that fancy Porsche-shaped key in the ignition and the Panamera lets out a growl that is distinctively Porsche.
It's absolutely comfortable to drive and its handling capabilities are without a doubt exhilarating. It's not just a basic luxury limo for the family. Gear shifts are seamless from the new ZF gearbox which replaces the old 7-speed PDK dual clutch 'box.
The version we had on test was the Panamera Turbo good for a delicious 404kW/770Nm coming from the 4.0-litre-V8 petrol unit. It goes from zero to 100km/h in 3.6s with Sport Chrono; 306km/h top speed.
It drives like any other sporty sibling in the Porsche stable. It's powerful and its size doesn't hold it back in swifty corners and lavish sweeps. It's looks might be an acquired taste, but you could get used to its styling pretty fast and it will even be forgiven once you get to the driving part. There's nothing ghastly about its performance.
The Panamera has a sumptuous interior with expensive leathers and materials. The technology and equipment also looks a lot more modern than the previous version I drove a few years ago. It's high-tech and digital, yet still exudes a classic Porsche facia.
Pricing for the Panamera Turbo comes in at R2 481 000.
http://www.wheels24.co.za/NewModels...era-more-than-just-an-acquired-taste-20170810
The Panamera is either loved, or disliked. It's really one of those cars that shouldn't be judged by its cover.
Even then, the cover is pretty good-looking in its own right.
People love to call it ugly, or even 'Hunchback', while others call it a whale.
The Panamera was first launched in 2010 and it's been given a facelift since then. Then in 2016, the second generation was revealed.
According to the automaker, the Panamera got its name just like the Porsche Carrera line, from the Carrera Panamericana race.
According to the automaker, the Panamera is generally considered to be the long-awaited fruit of Porsche's 989 concept vehicle from the late 1980s.
But, this unshapely vehicle didn't quite get the warm welcome the automaker would have liked at first, very much just like the Cayenne SUV first did when it arrived, according to the firm. It went against everything Porsche stood for and hardcore fans were not happy.
But why was it such an abomination? Because it weighs in at 1800kg on the car scale, has four doors, and its engine is mounted in the front. It goes against everything that the Porsche purists have been used to.
I beg to differ. I think its shape is sophisticated, and for its sheer size, it has superb handling and grit off the line for a full-sized luxury saloon that weighs nearly 2 tonnes.
Those who don't appreciate its beauty might consider it to be a stretched out 911 with its long front end and broad rear. And most probably yes, it does look that way. But, I like to think of it as a Porsche for grown ups and those who need a family vehicle but don't want to miss out on everything that is simply Porsche - pure driving pleasure.
The latest Panamera is even more refined with sharper and more chiseled design lines.
And my absolute favourite? That spoiler which is completely flush in the rear end just above the Porsche badging and comes out elegantly when driving at higher speeds like a pair of majestic wings on a lofty divine stallion like Pegasus. The instinctive mechanism there of is mechanically beautiful.
But its lofty looks are deceiving from the moment you turn that fancy Porsche-shaped key in the ignition and the Panamera lets out a growl that is distinctively Porsche.
It's absolutely comfortable to drive and its handling capabilities are without a doubt exhilarating. It's not just a basic luxury limo for the family. Gear shifts are seamless from the new ZF gearbox which replaces the old 7-speed PDK dual clutch 'box.
The version we had on test was the Panamera Turbo good for a delicious 404kW/770Nm coming from the 4.0-litre-V8 petrol unit. It goes from zero to 100km/h in 3.6s with Sport Chrono; 306km/h top speed.
It drives like any other sporty sibling in the Porsche stable. It's powerful and its size doesn't hold it back in swifty corners and lavish sweeps. It's looks might be an acquired taste, but you could get used to its styling pretty fast and it will even be forgiven once you get to the driving part. There's nothing ghastly about its performance.
The Panamera has a sumptuous interior with expensive leathers and materials. The technology and equipment also looks a lot more modern than the previous version I drove a few years ago. It's high-tech and digital, yet still exudes a classic Porsche facia.
Pricing for the Panamera Turbo comes in at R2 481 000.
http://www.wheels24.co.za/NewModels...era-more-than-just-an-acquired-taste-20170810
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2017 Porsche Panamera Turbo Executive—Is This Super Sedan a Proper Porsche? - Ignition Ep. 178 - Motor Trend Channel
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Pana Turbo test car has a glitch with its digital instrumentation
[video=youtube_share;L__S9t87JY4]https://youtu.be/L__S9t87JY4[/video]
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Porsche Panamera 4 E-Hybrid UK 2017 review
Should I buy one?
For outright driver appeal, few luxury GTs beat the Panamera. This particular one would still rank behind both a Turbo and a 4S Diesel for us, for different reasons – but if you’re looking to beat the rush and switch to electrified power in your modern performance GT sooner rather than later, there are few more commendable ways to do it.
Equally if you’re simply a Panamera buyer looking to make your money go as far as possible, the E-Hybrid’s got plenty of rational appeal – and it’s a vastly better car to drive than its immediate predecessor was.
Porsche Panamera 4 E-Hybrid
Where Feltham, UK; On sale now; Price £81,141; Engine V6, 2894cc, twin-turbocharged petrol; plus electric motor Power 456bhp at 6000rpm; Torque 516lb ft at 1100-4500rpm; Gearbox 8-spd twin-clutch automatic; Kerbweight 2170kg; Top speed 172mph; 0-62mph 4.6sec; Fuel economy 113.0mpg; CO2 rating 56g/km; Rivals Lexus LC500h, Tesla Model S 90D
https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-revie...es/porsche-panamera-4-e-hybrid-uk-2017-review
Should I buy one?
For outright driver appeal, few luxury GTs beat the Panamera. This particular one would still rank behind both a Turbo and a 4S Diesel for us, for different reasons – but if you’re looking to beat the rush and switch to electrified power in your modern performance GT sooner rather than later, there are few more commendable ways to do it.
Equally if you’re simply a Panamera buyer looking to make your money go as far as possible, the E-Hybrid’s got plenty of rational appeal – and it’s a vastly better car to drive than its immediate predecessor was.
Porsche Panamera 4 E-Hybrid
Where Feltham, UK; On sale now; Price £81,141; Engine V6, 2894cc, twin-turbocharged petrol; plus electric motor Power 456bhp at 6000rpm; Torque 516lb ft at 1100-4500rpm; Gearbox 8-spd twin-clutch automatic; Kerbweight 2170kg; Top speed 172mph; 0-62mph 4.6sec; Fuel economy 113.0mpg; CO2 rating 56g/km; Rivals Lexus LC500h, Tesla Model S 90D
https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-revie...es/porsche-panamera-4-e-hybrid-uk-2017-review
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2017 Porsche Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid Review| motoring.com.au
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AutoTrader review of the Panamera 4
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5 fastest-accelerating vehicles CAR tested in 2017
At CAR magazine, we take every new vehicle we feature to our test strip to gather data for our in-depth road tests. Sometimes, we see some pretty impressive results. Below we have listed the best 0-100 km/h times we’ve collected over the past 12 months. Yes, these are the fastest-accelerating cars from the pool of 99 vehicles we tested in 2017…
5. Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio Verde: 4,15 seconds (claimed 3,9 seconds)
Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio Verde The Italian manufacturer’s return to the performance sedan segment was a strong one, even if this particular vehicle caused some conflict in our editorial team. With its Ferrari-derived twin-turbo 2,9-litre V6, the Giulia QV was able to hit 100 km/h from standstill faster than the BMW M3 and Mercedes-AMG C63 S … all without any form of launch control.
4. BMW M760Li xDrive Sports Steptronic: 3,96 seconds (claimed 3,7 seconds)
BMW M760Li This twin-turbo 6,6-litre V12 limousine will fulfil all of your luxury requirements, but it can accelerate faster than most performance sedans as an added bonus. In fact, the M760Li is the fastest M car we’ve tested to date … although we’re sure the soon-to-arrive M5 will grab that crown.
3. Audi RS3 Sedan Quattro S-Tronic: 3,93 seconds (claimed 4,1 seconds)
Audi RS3 Sedan Quattro S-Tronic When the RS3 Sedan dipped below the 4,0-second barrier, the CAR team was speechless. There’s currently nothing below R1 000 000 that can match it for acceleration.
2. Porsche Panamera Turbo PDK: 3,44 seconds (claimed 3,8 seconds)
Porsche Panamera Turbo PDK Yes, another plus-sized sedan. This 404 kW 4,0-litre twin-turbo V8-powered executive sedan has no issues with getting up to speed. With power delivered to all four wheels through an eight-speed automatic, there’s not much out there that can keep up with it.
1. Porsche 911 GTS PDK: 3,43 seconds (claimed 3,7 seconds)
Porsche 911 GTS PDK Many consider the 911 the perfect sportscar. While the GTS isn’t quite the flagship, its turbocharged 3,0-litre flat-six (mated to a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission) churns out 331 kW and 550 N.m … and that’s enough to beat even the manufacturer’s claimed time.
http://www.carmag.co.za/news_post/5-fastest-accelerating-vehicles-car-tested-in-2017/
At CAR magazine, we take every new vehicle we feature to our test strip to gather data for our in-depth road tests. Sometimes, we see some pretty impressive results. Below we have listed the best 0-100 km/h times we’ve collected over the past 12 months. Yes, these are the fastest-accelerating cars from the pool of 99 vehicles we tested in 2017…
5. Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio Verde: 4,15 seconds (claimed 3,9 seconds)
Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio Verde The Italian manufacturer’s return to the performance sedan segment was a strong one, even if this particular vehicle caused some conflict in our editorial team. With its Ferrari-derived twin-turbo 2,9-litre V6, the Giulia QV was able to hit 100 km/h from standstill faster than the BMW M3 and Mercedes-AMG C63 S … all without any form of launch control.
4. BMW M760Li xDrive Sports Steptronic: 3,96 seconds (claimed 3,7 seconds)
BMW M760Li This twin-turbo 6,6-litre V12 limousine will fulfil all of your luxury requirements, but it can accelerate faster than most performance sedans as an added bonus. In fact, the M760Li is the fastest M car we’ve tested to date … although we’re sure the soon-to-arrive M5 will grab that crown.
3. Audi RS3 Sedan Quattro S-Tronic: 3,93 seconds (claimed 4,1 seconds)
Audi RS3 Sedan Quattro S-Tronic When the RS3 Sedan dipped below the 4,0-second barrier, the CAR team was speechless. There’s currently nothing below R1 000 000 that can match it for acceleration.
2. Porsche Panamera Turbo PDK: 3,44 seconds (claimed 3,8 seconds)
Porsche Panamera Turbo PDK Yes, another plus-sized sedan. This 404 kW 4,0-litre twin-turbo V8-powered executive sedan has no issues with getting up to speed. With power delivered to all four wheels through an eight-speed automatic, there’s not much out there that can keep up with it.
1. Porsche 911 GTS PDK: 3,43 seconds (claimed 3,7 seconds)
Porsche 911 GTS PDK Many consider the 911 the perfect sportscar. While the GTS isn’t quite the flagship, its turbocharged 3,0-litre flat-six (mated to a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission) churns out 331 kW and 550 N.m … and that’s enough to beat even the manufacturer’s claimed time.
http://www.carmag.co.za/news_post/5-fastest-accelerating-vehicles-car-tested-in-2017/