Porsche reveals five key innovations for its Panamera
With the launch of the Porsche Panamera expected to take place at the Shangai Motor Show next month, the Stuttgart-based sports car maker has revealed five key innovations that will debut with the 4 door Panamera. A number of these innovations are things which we are already familiar with, but these features, for the first time will be implemented in the Panamera’s market segment.
First up on the list in the automatic start/stop system in conjunction with an automatic transmission. The start/stop system is coupled with Porsche’s PDK transmission that helps the Panamera to deliver 100 kilometers with 10.8 liters of fuel based on the new European driving cycle. To help improve fuel efficiency, the Panamera also comes with tires that feature minimum roll resistance.
Next up is the adaptive air suspension with additional air volume on demand. Basically, the driver can add more volume into the system on demand, that will then change the characteristics of the Gran Turismo. This system is standard for the Panamera Turbo, and optional for Panamera S and Panamera 4S.
Then, there is also an active aerodynamics system with a 4-way adjustable rear spoiler that moves up when required on the Panamera Turbo. Via its efficient management of control angles and surface geometry geared to driving conditions, the rear spoiler optimizes the Panamera’s aerodynamics, which can then help improve down force at high speeds.
The Panamera is also the first car in its segment that comes with a complete cover on the under-floor that extends to the drivetrain tunnel and rear-end silencers. This feature helps reduce both air resistance and lift forces on the axles, which in practice means lower fuel consumption and higher driving dynamics.
Lastly, the Panamera also features a lightweight construction technology typical of a sports car, that uses advanced production methods and materials. Such materials include all kinds of steel grades, light alloys such as aluminium and magnesium, as well as plastics.
The lightweight doors also feature a load-bearing structure made of laser-treated pressure-cast aluminium, an aluminium outer skin and door window frames made of thin-walled pressure-cast magnesium. This enables the Panamera S, which also features adjustable rear seats to feature an overall weight that is rated at 1,770 kilograms. Continue reading to view an image gallery.
March 19, 2009 @ 11:32 am
if i were a millionaire..
=p
March 19, 2009 @ 11:41 am
i would love to have this car.
March 19, 2009 @ 12:02 pm
nice..nice..nice.. very innovative!
March 19, 2009 @ 1:19 pm
fulamak canggihhh..
March 19, 2009 @ 1:43 pm
Corporate leaders and tycoons can choose have this exciting car instead of the S-Class and the 7 series
March 19, 2009 @ 2:24 pm
[quote comment="222427"]if i were a millionaire..
=p[/quote]
i think u need to be a multi-millionaire to drive this car in Msia ! Could easily cost you more than a million to drive this car !
March 19, 2009 @ 2:37 pm
[quote comment="222427"]if i were a millionaire..
=p[/quote]
Millionaire also not enuf!!!!!!
This beast sure will cost more than a million…!
March 19, 2009 @ 2:46 pm
wow, truly high innovative! Wonder that what would happen if the Estoque, Rapide launched?
March 19, 2009 @ 3:09 pm
[quote comment="222467"][quote comment="222427"]if i were a millionaire..
=p[/quote]
Millionaire also not enuf!!!!!!
This beast sure will cost more than a million…![/quote]
ok2…i change into:
if i were a billionaire..
=p
March 19, 2009 @ 5:59 pm
The completely covered undercarriage is reminiscent of a typical toy car – perhaps Porsche drew inspiration from the latter?
Lame jokes aside, the Panamera truly is a showcase of modern automotive technology. Looks-wise, one can use “sexy” to describe the car from the front end up to the rear door. As for the rear end, it’s a case of love-it-or-hate-it, at least for some of us.
March 19, 2009 @ 8:45 pm
it’s really like the germany GT-R .. all those intelligence stuff on the 4 doors supercar, that delivers driving perfection ..
However, panamera is still not good looking …
that blows the whole thing .. ish ….
March 19, 2009 @ 11:42 pm
the underside cover would probably help with keeping water out to a certain extent, but when going over bumps, i think will leave a mark. maybe its a wear and tear part.
March 20, 2009 @ 8:32 am
haha, you’re right lambov12, an expensive version of German GTR.
To be honest, I didn’t see any breakthrough stuff from this car. covered under carriage are also found in the latest Audi cars. Air suspension is popular in 4wd like Tuareg, Cayenne, Range Rover etcs.
I suppose it is job well done to put all these tech into one package and 4WD as well. GTR watch out!