What is it?
The third-generation Panamera (972) arrived in Australia in 2024 with a redesigned chassis, new digital cockpit and three PHEV variants. The headline tech is Porsche Active Ride hydraulic active suspension on the 4S E-Hybrid and Turbo S E-Hybrid. The Turbo S E-Hybrid is one of the quickest four-door cars Porsche has ever built.
The lineup runs from Panamera at $222,400 plus on-roads, through to Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid at $469,500 plus on-roads. Warranty cover sits at 3 years, unlimited km.
Interior and Technology
Turbo S E-Hybrid claims 2.9 seconds 0 to 100, three PHEV variants offer up to 91 km WLTP EV range, and Porsche Active Ride hydraulic suspension is genuinely segment-defining tech.
$222,400 entry point is the highest a Panamera has ever opened at. PHEV boot space drops to 421 L because of the battery, and the 3-year warranty trails the segment.
Should you buy the Panamera?
Reasons to buy
- Turbo S E-Hybrid claims 2.9 seconds 0 to 100, three PHEV variants offer up to 91 km WLTP EV range, and Porsche Active Ride hydraulic suspension is genuinely segment-defining tech.
- Warranty: 3 years, unlimited km. PHEV battery: 8 years, 160,000 km.
- 494 L boot, segment-competitive cargo space.
Reasons to wait
- $222,400 entry point is the highest a Panamera has ever opened at. PHEV boot space drops to 421 L because of the battery, and the 3-year warranty trails the segment.
- You want a longer warranty (Mercedes-AMG GT 63 4dr or BMW M5 at 5 years), traditional luxury over driver focus (S-Class), or a fully electric four-door (Taycan or Porsche's own EVs).
- Porsche Active Ride is restricted to the 4S E-Hybrid and Turbo S E-Hybrid. Options can lift a Turbo S E-Hybrid past $500,000 quickly. Confirm 3-phase wallbox install at home if buying PHEV.
- Top trim climbs to $469,500 plus on-roads.
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