Porsche Panamera 2012 UAE Prices & Specs

The all-new Porsche Panamera is the German manufacturer's first ever 4-door sedan model. The 'Gran Turismo' is available in five versions, namely the Panamera S, the Panamera 4S and the top-of-the-range Panamera Turbo, with the base Panamera V6 and the Panamera 4 V6 joining the range in the summer of 2010, while the flagship Panamera Turbo S debuted in early 2011. The Panamera S and the Panamera 4S have a 4.8-litre V8, while the Panamera Turbo has a turbocharged 4.8-litre V8. An upgraded 4.8-litre turbo V8 comes the Panamera Turbo S, with an overboost function as well. All come with a 7-speed PDK automanual gearbox, while the 4 V6, 4S and Turbo feature all-wheel-drive. The base V6 and the S can also be had with a 6-speed manual. All versions come with Porsche's new fuel-saving start-stop function. Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM) is a standard feature on the Turbo and an option on the Panamera S and 4S, with adjustable damping for the adaptive air suspension. In the Sport Plus Mode, the Panamera is lowered by 25 mm. The Panamera comes on newly developed 18-inch and 19-inch wheels, with 20-inch aluminium wheels available as an option. Available on the Panamera Turbo is an active adjustable rear spoiler. The four-seater Panamera boasts a unique leather-draped interior, with four sports seats and useable cargo room. Optional is a four-zone automatic a/c with individual adjustments for each seat. The Panamera S and 4S come with the "CDR" stereo as standard, while the Turbo is equipped with "PCM" multimedia computer, with navigation optional on the other two models. As an option, rear passengers can enjoy two consoles integrated in the headrests of the front seats with swivelling 7-inch touchscreens. Safety features include the usual cocoon of airbags, electronic stability control and ABS.