Autoblog: 2011 Porsche Panamera conceals a V6 but gives up little else in...
Jul 6, 2010 | 01:29 PM
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Autoblog: 2011 Porsche Panamera conceals a V6 but gives up little else in... "The 2010 Porsche Panamera, the automaker's first four-door sedan, debuted in the summer of 2009. The initial offering was three different models fitted with two incredibly capable eight-cylinder engines. The rear-wheel drive Panamera S and all-wheel drive Panamera 4S boasted 400 horsepower 4.8-liter V8s, while the flagship all-wheel drive Panamera Turbo featured a mighty 500 horsepower variant of the identical engine that could launch the four-passenger sedan to 60 mph in well under four seconds. This summer, the three carryover models are joined by two new six-cylinder variants that exchange some of the brawn for brains – a more tolerable bankroll and better fuel economy. The two new six-cylinder models are simply named the Panamera (rear-wheel drive) and the Panamera 4 (all-wheel drive).
Deception was not the intent, but without any identifying "V6" badging to be found, only enthusiast will be able to distinguish the difference between the new six-cylinder Panamera models and their eight-cylinder siblings without cracking the cowl. Take a closer look, because there are subtle exterior differences. The chrome finish on the window surrounds has been replaced by a matte black treatment and the quad exhaust tips are now twin brushed stainless steel ovals. The standard wheels are unique 18-inch five-spoke alloys and the multi-piston aluminum monobloc brake calipers are painted simple black (not "V8" silver, "Turbo" red or "Ceramic" yellow)."
Full article and many pics: First Drive: 2011 Porsche Panamera conceals a V6 but gives up little else in the transplant — Autoblog
Deception was not the intent, but without any identifying "V6" badging to be found, only enthusiast will be able to distinguish the difference between the new six-cylinder Panamera models and their eight-cylinder siblings without cracking the cowl. Take a closer look, because there are subtle exterior differences. The chrome finish on the window surrounds has been replaced by a matte black treatment and the quad exhaust tips are now twin brushed stainless steel ovals. The standard wheels are unique 18-inch five-spoke alloys and the multi-piston aluminum monobloc brake calipers are painted simple black (not "V8" silver, "Turbo" red or "Ceramic" yellow)."
Full article and many pics: First Drive: 2011 Porsche Panamera conceals a V6 but gives up little else in the transplant — Autoblog
Jul 7, 2010 | 10:46 AM
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(although, I think it should be standard lol)