Porsche Panamera

Although Porsche had previously experimented with sedans using various prototypes, the Panamera was the brand’s first sedan. Strictly speaking, we shouldn’t call it a sedan, because technically it’s a hatchback. That makes it a practical Porsche that not only seats four people but also offers plenty of luggage space. You could say the same about a Cayenne, but thanks to its much lower center of gravity, a Panamera is sportier and therefore more “Porsche.” The beauty of the Panamera lies in its dual character. It’s the ultimate, comfortable executive sedan or family car. But press a few buttons, and it transforms into a true Porsche. The car seems to shrink, becomes stiffer, more aggressive, and actually feels like a sports car. The Panamera is comfortable, practical, lightning-fast, and yes… a true Porsche. The base model had the 3.6-liter V6, enough for excellent performance and balanced handling. Then came some naturally aspirated 8-cylinder variants, but the Turbo was, of course, “Der Hammer,” as the Germans say. That’s the one you want, because in terms of performance, it’s on par with a 911 or other serious sports car—and it offers all the comfort and luxury to boot.

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