2012 Porsche Panamera

In the year 2012, the new Panamera Turbo S model, recently introduced, has caused a stir in the area of performance. This new model produces a remarkable 550 horsepower – and this is in comparison to the Turbo 500 hp which is anything but standard. Also on the market is the recent Panamera Hybrid which guarantees performance of V8 status with V6 economy fuel.

With these latest models, there are now seven models in the Panamera listings. There is no doubt that you will be satisfied even if you opt for other V6 model. Adequate power is available for the regular driver plus a lot of lavishness that increases as you go up in the line of models.

There are few down downsides. It can accommodate only four persons but they can be adults of full size and the comfort level is still high in each seat. Although you will pay more options, this is not likely to deter persons from wanting to own one of these Porsche. The major issue for several buyers is its unconventional look.

In the competition line is the Jaguar XJ, BMW 7 Series, Mercedes-Benz S-Class and Maserati Quattroporte but the car that provides more of what these car have to offer is the 2012 Porsche Panamera.

This four-door hatchback and four-passenger Porsche comes in seven trim levels – Turbo, Turbo S, S, 4, 4S, base, Hybrid.

Among others, features of the Panamera include V6 powered rear wheel drive, wheels of 18 inches, xenon headlights (automatic), rear parking sensors, adaptive suspension dampers, daytime (LED) running lights, pop-up back spoiler and mirrors that dim automatically.

Basic features of the cabin are driver memory functions, dual-zone automatic climate control, heated front seats, cooled glove box, tilt-and-telescoping steering column, leather upholstery, rear bucket seats and eight-way power front seats. In addition there are navigation system plus a sound system (11-speaker) which facilitates iPod/USB and support audio jack.

The Panamera S Hybrid do not have parking sensors or xenon headlights. There is conventional air-conditioning instead of automatic climate control. However it has Bluetooth.

The Panamera S and the 4S has every feature in the V6 non-hybrid models but also has more interior lighting, adaptive headlights, shift paddles and driver-seat memory.

Some features included in the Turbo s and Panamera Turbo is 19-inch wheels, V8 turbocharged, more articulation on the back spoilers, air suspension having ride height that is adjustable, front parking sensors, additional driver memory, steer column that is power-adjustable, modifiable lumbar support, full leather interior and audio system of high quality.