Panamera Test Drive Comparison

I found this interesting article in GQJAPAN.
How to choose a Porsche Panamera - the latest Turbo Sport Turismo vs. the bare-bones Panamera [Part 1

Certainly, when choosing a Panamera in the future, there will be people who will be confused as to whether to choose the Panamera or the Sport Turismo. However, this timePanamera Turbo Sport Turismo vs. the bare-bones Panamera."Since this is a comparison, it is simplyPanamera Turbo vs. plain Panamera."Would it be a comparison? Nevertheless, I'm very curious to see what auto critics would make of it, so I read the article.

The Panamera lineup has sixteen!

I was immediately surprised to hear that there are 16 different Panamera lineups.

I don't remember there being that many (-_-)!

Not that I doubt it, but I checked the official Porsche Japan website to see if there really are 16 different types.The following is a list of the most common problems with the "C" in the "C" column.

(1) Panamera Models
(1) Panamera (2) Panamera 4 (3) Panamera 4 Executive (4) Panamera 4 Sport Turismo (5) Panamera 4S (6) Panamera 4S Executive Panamera 4S Sport Turismo
(2) Panamera E-Hybrid Models
Panamera SE Hybrid ⑧ Panamera SE Hybrid ⑨ Panamera 4E Hybrid Executive ⑩ Panamera 4E Hybrid Sport Turismo ⑪ Panamera Turbo SE Hybrid ⑫ Panamera Turbo SE Hybrid Executive ⑬ Panamera Turbo SE Hybrid Sport Turismo
(3) Panamera Turbo Models
⑭Panamera Turbo ⑮Panamera Turbo Executive ⑯Panamera Turbo Sport Turismo

...There are 16 different types!

With the introduction of Sport Turismo, does that mean the lineup has grown by five?

About the Driver's Seat and Rear Seat

Now to the main question. The model we are comparing in this article is the most basic model, the standard Panamera(Price: 11,620,000 yen)and one of the more expensive models, the Panamera Turbo Sport Turismo(main body price: 2,453,000 yen)Two units of the

First of all, this is what was written about the Panamera.

Although the Panamera has the role of a saloon in the lineup, Porsche describes it as an extremely practical sports car, and when you sit in the driver's seat, you will notice that the seats are exceptionally low for a so-called saloon.

Oh, really?

When my family was considering the purchase of a 970 Panamera, we also test drove a BMW 7 Series. But at that time, I had only driven the Panamera once when I test drove it, and I was not that interested in the car, so I did not notice the low seats or the difference at all. But after reading this article, I just thought, "After all, the Panamera is a sports car no matter how far it goes."I thought again.

It also says this about the back seat.

The rear seats are bucket-type with independent right and left sides, and unlike the usual large saloons, they are not spacious, but the feeling of resting one's body on the well-holding seats is sporty and gives a unique sense of security. Of course, there is plenty of legroom and headroom.

It's really true. Each of the Panamera's rear seats is independent and sporty, but that doesn't meanIt's not relaxing at all."This is not to say that I am not tired, but I do not get tired even after riding long distances. My husband is 178cm tall, which is a little taller than the average height of Japanese people, but he said he could still sit comfortably enough.

How does the driving compare?

So what about driving, which is a concern?

I have the impression that the performance is completely sufficient in its bare form.
If you step on it in any situation, you can get almost as much acceleration as you want without any turbo lag.
The engine sound is not particularly sensual, but it is pleasant to the ear.
It does not visit the knack and thrust in normal, as well as in Sport and Sport Plus.
The car is a sporty sports car with a high level of practicality, and its cornering is sporty as well.
The car's behavior in corners is more nimble than one would expect from its body size, and the steering is precise and road holding is adequate.
The car is able to maintain a fast pace through the winding roads without being strangely overawed.
...So my honest impression was that the Panamera, the bare bones model, is good enough.

That's exactly right! You auto critics are indeed professionals. I'm a sensible kind of guy.It's amazing! The Panamera is amazing!I can only communicate in a "like" kind of way, so it's really amazing and I respect you for being able to express yourself so accurately.

Article continues to Part 2

The article is in two parts, the second part being primarily about the Panamera Turbo Sport Turismo.How to choose a Porsche Panamera - the latest Turbo Sport Turismo vs. the bare-bones Panamera [Part 2

The Panamera Turbo Sport Turismo is aEquipped with a 4-liter V8 twin-turbo engine, it accelerates from 0-100km/h in 3.8 seconds and reaches a top speed of 304km/h despite weighing over 2 tons.... This Panamera Turbo Turismo is said to have optional rear axle steering.

When the driver steps on the wheel deeply, the car sends a powerful torque to all four wheels, and speeds up as soon as the driver steps on the wheel.
The car is equipped with an optional sports exhaust system, so when you step on it, it spits out quite an explosive sound.
If you operate your right foot with reason, you will behave in a relaxed manner in traffic.

It was also written like this.

It can be driven on winding roads with no problems, but it's hard to get the same feeling of nimbleness that I felt in the bare Panamera."

Indeed. This may be the same feeling with our Panamera Turbo. When I drove the bare Panamera on a test drive, it was light and nimble on the slide. But I thought I liked it better if it still had some heavy feeling like the previous Panamera editions. Also, descriptions like this.

The stability at high speed cruising is amazing, so much so that I have a hard time staying within the legal speed limit. (Laughter)"

I know (Polish)...just a little bit on the gas pedal and it goes so fast that I can't blog about it.

Which is better in the end?

The article concluded by saying.

If you are concerned about the hierarchy of Panameras passing each other on the street, choose the Turbo Sport Turismo and you will most likely win, except when you encounter a hybrid. On the other hand, if you are not interested in such hierarchy, I would recommend the plain Panamera.

Hierarchy when Panameras pass each other (laughs)... but in reality, you don't always know instantly when they pass each other.

My husband and I areIf I had to choose between the Panamera and the Sport Turismo, I would choose the Panamera without hesitation."The reason is design.I like the rear design of the current Panamera, which is closer to the streamlined 911 than the hatchback look.But I think this is a matter of personal preference.

My brother-in-law has a Panamera Sport Turismo.

And last week, my husband's brother bought a Panamera Turbo Sport Turismo. My brother-in-law has done a terrible thing again. The car will be delivered in mid-June, and I would love to ride in the backseat of the car. I would like to write about the difference between the Panamera Turbo and the Panamera Turbo Sport Turismo that I felt there...

I look forward to waiting for the car to be delivered in June.