July 11, 200718 yr 2010 Porsche PanameraLatest LookLink to Original Article @ AutoWeek | Published 07/10/07, 3:30 pm et Porsche’s four-door Panamera keeps lapping the Nürburgring, as these photos taken hours ago near the main entrance of the “ring” show.Due for a formal unveiling at the 2009 Geneva motor show, Porsche’s Panamera is expected to be a strong competitor for the Mercedes CLS and the future Aston Martin Rapide, as well as Volkswagen’s coming four-door coupe.Though the Panamera takes design elements from the 911 range, there are obvious significant differences. While the 911 has always kept its rear-mounted boxer engine, the Panamera will have a choice of three front-mounted powerplants, though they’ll be set back toward the center of the car as much as possible and behind the front axle for balance.The entry-level mill will be VW’s 3.6-liter, 300-hp V6, while Porsche’s own drivetrain will be a direct-injection 4.8-liter V8 borrowed from the Cayenne, available in naturally-aspirated guise at 350 hp and with twin-turbos at 560 hp. A range-topping model equipped with the Porsche GT’s 700-hp V10 engine is also a rumored possibility.Panamera is intended to be a true sports car, while at the same time offer a family a car for everyday use with four full seats, easy access to the rear and a good-sized luggage compartment.When it hits the road in ’09, Porsche hopes to sell 20,000 to 30,000 annually, with a third coming to North America.More Spy Shots at...Spy Shots @ AutoblogSpy Shots @ Edmunds
July 11, 200718 yr the renderings that were out on this vehicle a year ago were sexy. this looks like a bloated pig and a lexus GS crossed together. no thanks. i'll take the maserati.
July 11, 200718 yr The way and the amount this vehicle is being tested I doubt it will take about 18 months to unveil. I am expecting it around 2008 Frankfurt Motor Show in September/October the latest.
July 12, 200718 yr Due for a formal unveiling at the 2009 Geneva motor show, Porsche’s Panamera is expected to be a strong competitor for the Mercedes CLS and the future Aston Martin Rapide, as well as Volkswagen’s coming four-door coupe. Is it not a sad day when Porsche is actually concerned about a VW?
July 13, 200718 yr Both the CLS and the Aston Rapide kill this in terms of looks IMHO... If I had the money I'd take the 911 if I wanted a Porsche, and let other manufacturers cater for my space and practicality needs.
July 13, 200718 yr No thanks, Porche. Porche is all name, IMO. The cars have the same look, poor interiors versus the competition and are overrated.
July 13, 200718 yr Damn.... I love it! I remember doodling 4dr 911 Turbos in highschool in the mid 1990s. Now THAT would be a neat car.
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